Journeys …by Kathryn

I’m visiting our beautiful Nation’s Capitol – Ottawa for the long weekend.  We have come to visit with family and friends and to finally check out the tulip festival.  We managed to get a room at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier and after a drive accross Hwy 7 we have arrived and relaxed with a swim in the pool.

I will add more details to my next Kathryn’s Kapers…watch for it.  Meanwhile check out this great hotel at Chateau Laurier.

The weather man is forcasting a wonderul weekend and we plan a variety of activities.  Tomorrow we are going camping for the day and we will be brunching in the Market with friends on Sunday.  There could be a few showers on Monday but we’ll be on the way home by then.

My first visit to New York City…The Big Apple…why didn’t I do this before?

First impressions are great…my best friend, Torill and I flew down yesterday and after checking in to our midtown hotel we hit the streets…walked for six hours only stopping for coffee and again for dinner.  We found a great little Italian place.

We plan a harbour cruise today and we have a couple of theatre events too this weekend.  Of course we will also shop a little!

Watch for the next issue of Kathryn’s Kapers for a complete report.

The spring edition of Kathryn’s Kapers is now available at http://journeysbykathryn.ca/kathryns-kapers/kathryns-kapers-april-2012/.

Highlights include:

Tuscany & Rome – a group travel opportunity
Travel Safety 101 – a small booklet of very important information
Uniworld – 2013 Europe, Russia, and Southeast Asia Boutique River Cruises
Oceania – 2 for 1 cruise fares & my special gift to the next booking
Collette Vacations – truly all inclusive door to door travel
Airline Upgrades – how to get one
New York City – The Big Apple…here I come!
Dreamscapes – the latest electronic edition

You will need to get your self a cup of tea and settle in for a few minutes to read all of this issue.  Enjoy…and as always if you have any questions, just contact me for more information or to book.

With over 700 agents accross Canada there is always something happening; the Ontario Regional office group of agents have been making some big plans.  In order to provide our clients with a premier travel experience and TPI preferred pricing, we have put our heads together and are able to offer you Tuscany & Rome Food & Wine Adventure.

Check out the details of this amazing travel package:  TuscanyFlyer2012.

TPI Ontario has teamed up with preferred supplier, Transat Holidays, to provide an exclusive departure only for TPI clients to enjoy a fully escorted 10-day tour from Toronto with one departure only on September 28th, 2012.  This complete package includes round trip air fare with all transfers, a private deluxe air-conditioned motor coach, 4-star accommodation for 8 nights with breakfast daily, three lunches and two dinners, wine tasting, cooking classes, guided tours and much, much more.

Availability is limited and going fast.  Call me for more information and to reserve your spot.

There have been some changes with regard to my ability to sell out of province travel insurance.  For more information on this very important topic please go to my website to the new page:  http://journeysbykathryn.ca/rbc-travel-insurance/.

I have included losts more information on this page regarding travel insurance.  Here you will find a Client Brochure and Client Insurance Guide.  Also for your information will be a Credit Card Comparison chart for those of you who have insurance on your credit cards you will be able to see at a glance just what it covers and decide if you need to ‘top up’.  I have also placed links for the Client Liability Waiver and the Client Medical Insurance.  These two forms are often required so now they are easilly accessable.

Has Alaska been on your bucket list for some time?  This is the year to finally see this wilderness up close!

Myself and a fellow TPI colleage are promoting an Alaskan cruise for this summer.  The beautiful and luxurious Holland America Zuiderdam is the ultimate ship to view Alaskan scenery and all her wild life in ultimate comfort.

Click on the link to check out our flyer for Alaska 2012.  From this flyer you can access the link to the Holland America web site with all the details of the cruise.

I have quoted only one category of stateroom, but there are lots of other options to fit any budget or vacation style.  Air has not been included in this cost but can be added from your departure point, just ask for a quote.  Also, if you wish to extend your cruise in either Vancouver or Anchorage it is very easy to do.  Want to see more of the Alaskan interior…add a cruise tour.  Holland America is the only cruise line that takes you to our Canadian Yukon on tour.  Anything is possible, just ask.

As I write this I am on VIA Rail to Montreal using the wi-fi onboard. This is a very civalized way to travel!  My sister Judy and I are visiting cousins we haven’t seen for a long time.

We boarded the morning GO train at East Gwillimbury and connected to the train at Union station.  Timing for the trip will be faster than flying as the train arrives in downtown Montreal.

I have access to a website for booking and would be delighted to assist with any rail travel you might consider.  What a great way to really see the country!  Call me anytime for more information.

The February 2012 edition is now ready.  Time to make a coffee and relax while you read about Cuba.  We loved it by the way.

Contents:

Travel Professionals
Euros for Europe
Trafel Safety 101

Cruise News
Alaska Anyone?
All Inclusive Cruise Lines

Vacation News
Fairmont
Plaza Premium Lounge
Royal Irish Tours

Kathryn’s Kapers
Play Pesquero, Holguin, Cuba

Finally