Friday, August 27, 2010
I recently did an interview with Tracy Lightfoot on travel deals online and was interviewed for a travel agent perspective. Here are some of my responses. Get Good Travel Deals Signing up for alerts and mailing lists are a great way to stay informed about travel deals – for a local favour b... Read More

Thursday, April 15, 2010
Just returned from St. Maarten/St. Martin and loved it! The 37 mile island has 37 beaches, all lovely and only has a population of 77,000....for an islander that was very appealing. We stayed in Maho Beach area at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort and Spa - We opted for the non-all inclusive and ma... Read More

Monday, March 29, 2010
TPI- Travel Places is thrilled to have a co-branded website with Viking River Cruises - they have a great sale on 2 for 1 France River Cruises. The wonderful benefit of river cruising is that they are like hotels on a river - unpack once and then go on a shore (excursions included in price) - e... Read More

Friday, March 19, 2010
TPI - Travel Places is please to provide access to more than 5,500 activities in 450 destinations worldwide, and reserve day trips, tours, excursions, concert or theatre tickets and more from the comfort of home. With competitive prices and quick, secure booking, Contac Entertainment offers value, c... Read More

DUBLIN, IRELAND
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Trafalgar has developed a great online video that lets you see a tour through travellers eyes. check it out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPs6IjxIC1w ... Read More

MADRID, SPAIN
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Personality: True wine connoisseurs and food aficionados Highlights: 14th-century Alpendurada Monastery, Vintage House, winetasting at local quintas, Mateus Palace, and traditional Spanish lunch with flamenco showDestinations: Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Bitetos, Regua, Salamanca, Pinhao, and Cast... Read More

Monday, January 04, 2010
Deal announced January 11th Yacht away from winter to these warm-weather voyages and see the lush beauty of the Lesser Antilles, the unspoiled islets that lie in the deep Caribbean. Discover white sand beaches and aquamarine waters, coral gardens teaming with neon fish - ... Read More

Thursday, December 31, 2009
Who wouldn't like to travel for free? It is actually easier than you think. Depending on the supplier there are group deals, even for small groups. It all depends on the tour operator, the type of package and time of year. The catch, you need a certain number of people to travel with ... Read More

Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Great last minute deals to Las Vegas....from Charlottetown...samples as of Dec 22nd, for up to date deals go to TPI Travel Places click book online and click the Last Minute tab. Charlottetown to All Destinations 70 Vacation Packages were found based on your search. New Search --> ... Read More

GUATEMALA CITY, GUATEMALA
Friday, December 11, 2009
Culinary & Yoga Adventures, Oberoi Exclusive & A Seductive Wine Tour A Room With A Nile View OBEROI Egyptian Exclusive 12 Days From $5,088 pp Travel in a style worthy of the ancient kings & queens with this elegant private guided Oberoi Egypt exclusiv... Read More

ICA, PERU
Friday, December 11, 2009
GAP Adventure Tours Big news for anyone heading to Africa in the next 6 months - all of our Africa Overland tours are 100% guaranteed until June, 2010! We offer more than 35 Overland tours running through 10 countries in eastern and southern Africa. Trips are as short as 8 days or as long as 54... Read More

SANTA CLARA, COSTA RICA
Thursday, December 10, 2009
The Top 10 Volunteer Travel Trips of 2009 Work with Lions in South Africa $2,039 Help protect endangered (and totally adorable!) white lion cubs by volunteering at this lion sanctuary set in some of South Africa’s most awe-inspiring scenery. It’s not just lions either: y... Read More

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Sunday, November 15, 2009
It is hard to belief, but yes, Barbados can fit any budget...I had the privilege to talk to John Cahill the Atlantic Tourism Barbados representative and he gave a wonderful overview of the Island and all it has to offer. Air Canada and Westjet among other suppliers offer some great vacation package... Read More

CHARLOTTETOWN, CANADA
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Receive 10% off our Travel Store Merchandise and up to 15% off Park N FlySave 10% off our Travel Store merchandise when you book a car rental, airfare, hotel, or package deal at http://www.travelplaces.ca?b Once you make an online booking, we will send you a 10% off code you can then use at our onl... Read More

CANCUN, MEXICO
Monday, May 04, 2009
Message re: Mexico Being in the industry we receive first hand information direct from suppliers. For example, Sunquest suspending flights effect April 28th up to June 9th and the process for re-booking/credits. While other suppliers have different dates. If you tried yesterday to re-schedule... Read More

TORONTO, CANADA
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Tip #1 – Check the extras Many of the services and amenities travelers once thought routine now have surcharges by the minute (if not disappearing altogether). Charges for checked bags, going to the loo!, booking your seats, food, head sets, blankets, and the list goes on. Tip #2 Reduce Cost ... Read More

Thursday, January 01, 2009
Red Mountain Spa has it all! Why this spa? Hiking and cycling in their spectacular red rock setting Jump-starting a new, healthier lifestyle or life transition Try a new adventure sport Relaxing and luxuriating with their signature spa treatments Exploring and sightseeing in the Grea... Read More

MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Monday, November 24, 2008
My husband and I went to Montego Bay, Jamaica, last February and stayed at the Sandals Inn - fanastic trip. Here are a few ways to save money for your next trip. Bank your coupon savings. Take all your coupon savings and start banking them into a vacation savings account. This website will s... Read More

LONDON, ENGLAND
Friday, October 31, 2008
Tragalar Tours is hosting a webinar - tell them your favourite travel agent is Tracey Allen of TPI.... Should be fun to learn more about....Europe & Britain "Tour Talk 2009 Europe & Britain- A conversation with Trafalgar"Join us for a Webinar on November 27Discover Trafalgar's Worl... Read More

CHARLOTTETOWN, CANADA
Sunday, October 19, 2008
I just added this site to a few search engines and this travel directory... http://www.wv-travel-directory.com Travel Websites- Top collection of travel and tourism websites from around the world. Submit your travel website to the WV Travel Directory. ... Read More

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
A new type of destination travel is medical travel. New Zealand in addition to India, Thailand are a few of the destinations catering to Medical Travel. For those individuals wanting to pay for medical attention sooner than what the waiting lists are offering then medical travel. Various pr... Read More

TUCSON, USA
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
A great health/spa vacation I recently viewed online was Devon Hiking Spa in Tucson, Arizona. A rare event, it is an all-inclusive spa. They have a special on to save $300 US on their December Hiking and Health Spa Package.... Read More

DUBLIN, IRELAND
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
A great Golf package from Ireland just came into my mailbox..... Southwest Ireland Golf 7 Day Golfing PackageFrom CAD $2960 per person sharing. Offer includes: 6 nights 4* accommodation; five rounds of golf including Doonbeg, Ballybunion, Lahinch, Tralee and Dooks Golf Club; 7 day minivan renta... Read More

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL
Friday, August 22, 2008
I completed a course on Israel as a destination and I can say I was completely impressed. The country is very modern in technology so ATMs and Internet connections will not be a problem. The beauty and diversity of the country is amazing. Although most people think of Israel as a religious destin... Read More

VIRGINIA BEACH, USA
Friday, August 01, 2008
Ok - I haven't actually travelled to Virginia Beach yet but I just did a short tutorial on it and wow, I plan to go. Did you know that: - they have 130 wineries - they are listed as 5th in Tourism & Leisure for wine and are up there with Chile, Italy, and the big boys. - they have 500 gol... Read More