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How to Safeguard Your Passport While Traveling
No one wants to lose their passport while traveling. If that happens, you may not be able to go home or move on to your next destination....

daria@journeysofalifetime
Jan 22, 2025


What's an Expedition Cruise? Who Likes Them? (You Will Be Surprised)
One of my specialties is luxury cruises, and I can tell you expedition cruises are much different from other ocean cruises. They cater to...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Jan 22, 2025


8 Best Irish Castles & Manor Homes
A visit to Ireland is not complete without a stay in at least one historic castle or manor home . It is a quintessential experience. As...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Jan 15, 2025


New Entry Requirements in 2026 for Travel to Europe
In 2025 and 2026, a number of changes to requirements for travel to Europe have and are taking effect. Most countries will require you to submit an online application that will need to be approved prior to your travel; this is not technically a visa. The new requirements aren't too burdensome, and I'll help you with everything you need to know when you book your trip with me. I'm here to ensure your travels remain seamless and stress-free. Here is the latest about the new r

daria@journeysofalifetime
Dec 14, 2024


6 Fabulous Trends in Luxury Wellness Travel for Your Next Getaway
I love wellness! Spas, yoga, meditation, fitness—all of it. As a luxury travel advisor, I keep up-to-date on all things wellness travel....

daria@journeysofalifetime
Nov 18, 2024


A Group Trip to Italy to Celebrate a Milestone Birthday
I was recently contacted by a client wanting to travel someplace special for his 60th birthday with a group of 14 friends and family...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Nov 18, 2024


Join Me This Winter in the Caribbean!
How about a warm weather respite this winter? Join me this Valentine's Day ! We'll be among the first to experience the world's newest...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Nov 18, 2024


10 Tips for Avoiding Seasickness on Your Next Cruise
I own a travel agency specializing in bespoke luxury trips, group vacations, and exclusive cruise experiences. Unfortunately, I get motion sickness in cars and on buses, airplanes, and ocean cruises. I got married in Venice, Italy in 2000 and after over a week riding water buses (vaporetti), I started to get motion sickness when I was in a museum looking at a painting. I felt like the ground was moving! Since then I've learned how to deal with my motion sickness and have t

daria@journeysofalifetime
Sep 11, 2024


11 Best Resort Pools in Hawaii
A great pool is very important to my clients on their Hawaiian vacations. Whether you are seeking a kid-friendly pool with...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Aug 17, 2024


Top 10 Tips for Booking a Cruise
I am a luxury travel advisor and one of my specialities is high-end cruises. There are dozens of cruise lines to choose from, each with...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Jul 15, 2024


19 Mistakes to Avoid on Your Next Trip to Europe
As a luxury travel advisor, Europe is one of my specialities . I travel to the region a couple of times a year to keep up-to-date for my...

daria@journeysofalifetime
May 18, 2024


12 Expert Tips for the Best Trip to Hawaii
Wailea Beach Resort, an under-the-radar gem on Maui great for families and couples I'm a luxury travel advisor and Hawaii is one of my agency's specialties so, even if you have been to the islands a bunch of times, using me to book your trip is better. I’m an expert in the destinations I sell. I travel to them myself. I save you time and give you personalized advice. I curate unique excursions and experiences. I get you a better value, including perks. I have clout and conn

daria@journeysofalifetime
Apr 16, 2024


12 Pro Tips for Packing Light
Not to brag, but I'm an excellent packer. I'm a luxury travel advisor and know lots of seasoned travelers, but even my travel advisor...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Mar 8, 2024


9 Ways to Avoid Post-Flight Aches & Pains
Does your body hurt after a long flight? Mine usually does. Once upon a time on a long haul flight, I discovered the best way to avoid...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Jan 16, 2024


10 Tips for Avoiding Jet Lag
As travel advisor specializing luxury travel, groups trips and high end cruises, I travel internationally a lot. At this point, I rarely get jet lag for more than a day. Here are the tips I give my clients before they depart for trips abroad: Drink a lot of water , starting when you board the plane or a little beforehand and continuing at least 24 hours after you land. Avoid alcohol for the first 24 hours of your trip including when you are on the airplane. (I know, it's vac

daria@journeysofalifetime
Oct 18, 2023


Top 7 Reasons to Reserve Your Cruise With Me
I am a luxury travel advisor, specializing in high end cruises. I help choose the right cruise for you, I deliver wrap around,...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Sep 27, 2023


8 Reasons NOT to Book Your Trip to Hawaii With Me
Some people have tons of free time, enjoy exhaustive research and don't appreciate an expert who also has connections and perks. Whatever...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Aug 19, 2023


My Favorite Travel Shoes
As a luxury travel advisor, I travel a lot, and I insist on packing light. Even for a three week trip to Europe, I travel with only one...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Jul 19, 2023


11 Key Differences Between Ocean & River Cruising
Will you like a river cruise if you like ocean cruising? And vice versa? Well, my travel agency specializes in high end cruises and I...

daria@journeysofalifetime
Jun 17, 2023


Tips for Traveling with Kids
I know what you need to have fun traveling with kids at every age because I've done it myself. As a luxury travel advisor, I have also...

daria@journeysofalifetime
May 13, 2023
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