Deep Horizons Travel

18/06/2024

Not a region we specialize in but the supplier is a great option for immersive travel adventures with your family now that they are becoming more family friendly.

02/05/2024

Due to recent changes in DOT rules we will no longer be purchasing airline tickets for clients. If you are a long time client, you are likely aware that we stopped selling "bundled" air and hotel packages years ago due to the increased prevelance of interruptions, delays, and cancelations which inevitably that necessitated extraordinary measures to make clients whole and ultimately created logistical nightmares for any land components bundled into the package (e.g. missed nights and tours requiring partial refunds) made worse by clients who did not purchase insurance.

New DOT rules require airlines to issue refunds for such delays and cancellations automatically but history has shown that airlines cannot always be trusted to do the right thing without a fight. Those same rules also stipulate that travel agencies issuing those tickets may also be liable. It is our position that the new rule is positive development for clients but nonetheless, we are small family-owned agency and cannot assume such risks so we have made the difficult decision to no longer book flights. What the new rule means for air travel booked through cruise lines remains unclear and we are seeking further guidance on that matter. It will likely depend on whether or not the cruise lines are assuming that risk or if it will be passed down to the agency.

If you typically purchase your flights throught the cruise line (this is a very small portion of our clientele), please inquire with us during your next booking. For everyone else, we will gladly provide you with flight recommendations to assist with your vacation planning but you will be asked to purchase those tickets on your own going forward.

We appreciate your understanding with this ever-changing industry.

26/04/2024

I have no idea what this guy did but he deserves a pardon and a job at the FL DMV as driver's ed instructor... please Lord make it happen!

25/04/2024

A little long but a good summary. Those not in the industry can probably skip the second half though. Everyone else should read the first part at least for some good tips to spot and avoid greenwashing (pro tip: we'll help too if you book with us... 904-410-4116).

Learn what greenwashing means, how to identify it, and what you can do as a traveler or tourism company to avoid it.

01/03/2024

Our latest hot take...

Yes, and no.

01/02/2024

Maybe I'm biased (my graduate degree is in this area) but I don't think the lack of people specifically calling out sustainability as a major deciding factor in choosing their travel suppliers is cause to stop talking about it. Rather, I see it as an education problem. It's our responsiblity to travel responsibly to ensure future generations can enjoy the same travel experienes we can and our suppliers should practice sustainable tourism for this reason, but it's our responsibility as travel advisors (who promote responsible tourism) to educate our clients on the whats and the whys so that they can make informed decisions. If it's not talked about openly, it becomes forgotten about. What do you think?

I hate to say this, but I think the travel industry spends too much time talking about sustainability. 

26/09/2023

Halloween is a great time visit Mexico, but be sure to stay a few extra days for Dia de los Mu***os too!

29/08/2023

With the impending storm (Idalia) coming our way, please be patient with us. We are still working and intend to as long weather and internet permit but we also have a home and family to prep and care for over the next 72 hours so things might take a little longer. Thank you for your understanding.

22/08/2023

There is so much more to Mexico than condos and beaches. Let Deep Horizons Travel put you in touch with the authentic Mexico.

Guadalajara, Mexico… land of the real Mariachi and celebrated at the drop of a hat!

08/08/2023

Some great tips for your immersive Mexico travel experience, though not all are 100% true or black and white. There is a lot of nuance and diversity in Mexico which is why we recommend hiring an expert in Mexico travel like us to help plan your adventure.

AbsoluteHistory, it all happens here.

02/06/2023

This applies to our Deep Horizons Travel clients as well. Thank you.

26/05/2023

One of our favorite cruise lines (for a reason)...

MSC Cruises will operate the industry’s first cruise with net zero greenhouse gas emissions next week with the debut of the liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered < | The voyage will be the ship’s first upon leaving its shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France as it sails to its naming ceremony in Copenha...

09/05/2023

This is at the core of our beliefs...

Raise your hand if you also agree🤚

20/04/2023

Hey, look, we made the news (sort of)! It's a good read and when you are ready to plan a responsible vacation, we can provide a little more depth to these recommendations to meet your needs.

Discover top things to consider while exploring the globe.

17/03/2023

This is why we encourage our fellow travelers to forgo the all inclusive resorts. When you stay at a hotel, you are forced to venture out into the community, to immerse yourself. What better way to do that than with food? Give us a call today to start planning your next authentic travel experience.

Food. People. Culture. May 7th - 21st, 2023. Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week.

13/12/2022

Travel should be a source of good for the places we visit.

During COP15 in Montreal on Dec. 12, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (SHA) announced a new col

01/12/2022

Interesting concept. I hope they are funnelling some of their profit back into those indigenous communities as well.

Intrepid Travel is set to offer over 100 global Indigenous experiences in 2023. | The tour operator aims to elevate Indigenous culture by offering travelers a chance to explore authentic experiences. Here's what you need to know.