Blue Ribbon Travel Arrangements (Amy Fink, CTC)

28/10/2024

Beat the rush!

23/10/2024

Contact me for a quote.

Book with a $25 deposit

23/10/2024

A truly fantastic experience. $25 deposit!

Book with a $25 deposit

20/10/2024

If you are a frequent traveler, this is a very good buy. I am a huge fan of travel insurance and always put some kind of policy on my trips.

Emergency Assistance Plus is an Annual Membership That Provides Cardholders with Travel Assistance & Protection Anytime They Travel.

14/10/2024

Next trip to Oahu.....staying at Pink Palace and climbing to the top of Diamond Head. Care to try it? Contact me for a quote. Airfares are low right now!

09/09/2024

How about a drive on this road?

Highway 12, Utah, USA .. 🧡💙

03/09/2024

Believe it or not, we're already in the "ber" months — September, October, November and December. Travel experts will tell you that the fall season is "the best time of year to go pretty much anywhere" due to lower airfares, fewer people and nice weather.
That being said, contact me for some assistance with your next vacation!

01/09/2024

Maybe not the best time to go to either country but do keep this amazing place on your bucket list!
Unforgettable.

The Dead Sea is a salt lake that is 9 times saltier than any other sea or ocean in the world. It is located between Israel and Jordan. Due to the high salt content of the water, no living creature can live there. This explains the name - "Dead Sea". It has a length of about 80 km and a width that can range from 7 to 20 kilometers. Perhaps the most curious consequence of these salts is the fact that sinking is practically impossible.

This happens because the density of salt water is greater than that of the human body, which allows anyone to swim on their back without any effort.

Credits :Maravillas del mundo

26/08/2024

Occupying a prime East-meets-West location in Turkey, Istanbul Airport operates an impressive 309 nonstop flights to destinations around the world. Most of those are with Turkish Airlines, which serves more countries than any other airline and has very attractive pricing, especially for those looking for a discounted Business Class experience.

Around 90 million passengers a year pass through this global hub, making it the seventh busiest airport in the world, and it has an annual capacity of 200 million.

That could prove handy, as air traffic in the first half of 2024 has exceeded 2019 levels for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began.

“Our strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia allows us to serve as a vital hub for international travel,” Selahattin Bilgen, the airport’s CEO, said in a statement to CNN. “We have also proven to be the most resilient airport, recovering the fastest ever after the Covid-19 pandemic and reaching our pre-pandemic passenger numbers before any other airport in the world.”

The best-connected airports right now
1. Istanbul Airport. (309 unique nonstop destinations).

2. Frankfurt Airport. (296).

3. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. (282).

4. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. (270 = tie).

4. Chicago O’Hare International Aiport. (270 = tie).

6. Dubai International Airport. (269).

7. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. (261).

8. Shanghai Pudong International Airport. (243).

9. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. (237).

10. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. (234).

11. Denver International Airport. (229).

12. London Heathrow Airport. (221).

13. Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport. (219).

14. Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. (218 = tie).

14. London Gatwick Airport. (218 = tie).

16. Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport. (217).

17. Barcelona El Prat Airport. (209).

18. Beijing Capital International Airport. (206).

19. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. (202).

19. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. (202).

16/08/2024

Popular European destinations have been overwhelmed by swarms of tourists, resulting in sold-out hotels, packed museums and overflowing restaurants. In Italy this weekend, access to many beaches will only be granted by booking through an app, and in some cases, even towels and chairs have been banned from the sand. PLAN AHEAD - LOOK TO FALL FOR LESS CROWDS. Contact me for some ideas and quotes.

13/08/2024

Before my days are over, it is my greatest dream to take a world cruise.
How about you? Is it on your bucket list?

07/08/2024

Let me know if you'd like this place included on your itinerary!

07/08/2024

Let me know if you want me to include this place on your itinerary!

06/08/2024

22/07/2024

Let me help you make that 2025 plan!

03/07/2024

To be totally honest, I’m not a follower of The Hobbit or Lord of the Rings, etc. but we visited the Hobbiton movie set today and it was beyond cool and fun! Highly recommend! Bunch of kids on the tour that were as excited as a crowd at Disneyland. An eye opener for me.

02/07/2024

This is quite a surprise....

People applying for naturalization in Germany will now be required to affirm Israel’s right to exist, under changes to the country’s citizenship law.

01/07/2024

The geysers are something else!

01/07/2024

This is how they start their day. Can only load one video at a time. Sorry.

01/07/2024

Have you ever considered a vacation to New Zealand? So pure. So protected. So spiritual, green, clean and lush. The Maori are inspiring. Great trip!

19/06/2024

Some good ideas.

Here are the best things to take on a cruise that you may not have thought of. Add these cruise must-haves to your travel packing list.

31/08/2023

Earlier this week we sent this message to past Hawai‘i travelers, and as a valued member of our Mileage Plan ‘ohana (family), we thought you’d be interested in how you can show your support for Maui – including through your travel.

While West Maui works to recover and rebuild for years to come, the rest of Maui remains open and safe. Local businesses are such an important part of the community and many of these small business owners are ready to welcome mindful travelers back to the island.

Please have compassion and mālama (care for) the island during your stay and support local Maui businesses while giving Lāhainā and the surrounding areas the space they need to heal and recover.

We’re offering 40% off your next flight to Maui between today and October 18* so you can show your support by visiting these local businesses (and many more). Additionally, the Fairmont Kea Lani in Wailea is providing a 20% discount for your visit, the Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort is offering your 5th night free, and the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea will donate up to $200 per night to the “Maui Strong” fund.

13/08/2023

Maui Wildfires Update
August 13, 2023

Visitors Urged to Forego Travel Plans to West Maui
Vacation travel to West Maui is strongly discouraged for the near future. Visitors in West Maui have largely heeded the call to leave the island. About 46,000 people have flown out of Kahului Airport since Wednesday.

In the weeks ahead, the collective resources and attention of the federal, state and county government, the West Maui community, and the travel industry must be focused on the recovery of residents who were forced to evacuate their homes and businesses.

Visitors with plans to stay in West Maui in the coming weeks and months are urged to consider rescheduling their travel plans for a later time when the overall situation has improved for area residents.

Hotels in West Maui have temporarily stopped accepting bookings of future reservations. At this time, many hotels are housing their employees and families until the fires in West Maui are fully contained and travel on the roadways is safe. These same hotels are preparing to house evacuees and first responders working on disaster recovery.

While efforts are underway to restore basic services, like power and communications, visitors are encouraged to refrain from attempting to reach West Maui accommodations for reservation adjustments until the situation improves.

Travel to the other Hawaiian Islands, like Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Lānaʻi, and Hawaiʻi Island, are not affected at this time.

Access Restrictions In Lāhainā
The devastation in Lāhainā is immense and unprecedented. The extent of the damage affecting residents, families and area businesses has yet to be fully understood. Experts have warned that hazardous materials are likely present. The area most affected by the wildfires is off limits to the public.

Visitors leaving West Maui, or needing to pass by Lāhainā to pick up their belongings, are reminded to comply with the protocols established by law enforcement and Maui County officials. There is no access into the restricted zones of historic Lāhainā town until the hazardous conditions improve.

For updates, visit the County of Maui website: www.mauicounty.gov/.

Assistance Center to Relocate to Ke‘ehi Lagoon
The Assistance Center at the Hawai‘i Convention Center will close at noon Sunday, August 13, and be relocated to the Keʻehi Lagoon Memorial at 2685 N. Nimitz Highway in Honolulu.

Operated in partnership with the American Red Cross to support those evacuated from Maui due to the wildfires, the Assistance Center has served nearly 300 evacuees since the facility opened on August 9. Evacuees have been provided with temporary accommodations until they are able to board flights to return home or secure their own hotel lodging. Water and food have been provided to the evacuees, as well as showers, toiletries and clothes, if needed, all free of charge.

The American Red Cross will continue to offer these same services to Maui evacuees at Ke‘ehi Lagoon Memorial. Shuttles offering free transportation from the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to Keʻehi Lagoon Memorial will be running throughout the day and can be found outside of baggage claim 9 and baggage claim 20 at the airport.

How to Help
Anyone wanting to make donations to help communities and families recover on Maui can do so through the Maui Strong Fund established by the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation. The link can be accessed here.

Due to capacity limitations, please consider making financial rather than physical donations.

Hotels, vacation rental owners, and anyone with available space to temporarily house displaced Maui residents are encouraged to make those accommodations available. The state is setting up programs to make those connections. See the latest at MauiStrong.hawaii.gov.

The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority will continue to provide updates and answers to frequently asked questions on our website.

10/08/2023

Maui and Hawai‘i Island Wildfire Update

Aloha,

As you have probably heard, devastating wildfires are affecting areas on Maui and Hawai‘i Island’s Kohala Coast. These fires are resulting in road closures and evacuations affecting thousands of residents and visitors. The update below includes additional details, and highlights the following three key points:

Visitors who are on non-essential travel are being asked to leave Maui, and non-essential travel to Maui is strongly discouraged at this time. Visitors who have travel plans to West Maui in the coming weeks are encouraged to consider rescheduling their travel plans for a later time.

Travel to the rest of the Hawaiian Islands (Kaua‘i, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and other parts of Hawaiʻi Island) is currently unaffected.

While Kahului Airport on Maui remains open at this time, residents and visitors with travel bookings are encouraged to check with their airline for any flight changes or cancellations, or for assistance with rebooking.

Keep updated by visiting the link below:
https://www.hawaiitourismauthority.org/news/alerts/maui-and-hawai%CA%BBi-island-wildfire-update/