Archive - 2017 - March & April - The Traveling Compass

Travel News & Updates - 04.20.17

This weekend I am SO excited to have my interview for Global Entry. I am ready to simplify my security and customs routine. Leave stuff in my bag? Yes! Leave my shoes on my feet? Yes (I can't tell you how much it grosses me out to take them off)! Go through shorter lines? Yes! Have you ever considered a trusted traveler program? ... See MoreSee Less

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Travel News & Updates - 04.07.17

Confessions of a travel tip junkie: Most US airlines have a 24 hour cancellation/correction policy. After you book, always check your confirmation for errors and let the airline know right away to avoid change fees. ... See MoreSee Less

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Travel News & Updates - 03.30.17

This week is my work-versary! Thank YOU for letting me have the best job ever. I truly have the best clients and am honored you trust me with your most precious memory making.

What better way to remember and celebrate than a traveling throwback? My first and still most nostalgic destination is Disneyland. And I still love that hat. ... See MoreSee Less

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Travel News & Updates - 03.25.17

Watching Planet Earth II with the kiddos tonight forming our bucket lists. We have now added seeing real lava. What's on your list? ... See MoreSee Less

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Travel News & Updates - 03.23.17

Is a cruise right for you? Cruises work well for so many people for different reasons. I've been talking cruises with several clients this week!. ... See MoreSee Less

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Travel News & Updates - 03.16.17

I spend time each week in "Travel School"...webinars, presentations, podcasts, and conferences to stay up on the best places and experiences for my clients. My favorite this week? Definitely Hawaii! ... See MoreSee Less

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Travel News & Updates - 03.05.17

February was the month of the CRUISE. Grand Turk, Cozumel, Belize, private islands...our clients are getting ready to see the world via cruise. We've also been seeing Tahiti pop up everywhere (overwater bungalows, anyone?). We have several groups in the works from weddings to conferences. Last but not least, a slew of last minute Disney folks figuring out how to take their littles to the Happiest Place on Earth this summer. Can't wait to see where in the world we are sending clients in March! ... See MoreSee Less

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Travel News & Updates - 03.02.17

Travel Insurance saves the day...again. Clients frequently ask me, "Why would we need insurance?" Good travel insurance covers those you leave behind too. If your kid ends up hospitalized with the flu and you need to be there to care for them (or gives YOU the flu), you don't have to lose your vacation too. ... See MoreSee Less

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Cultural Experience to the extreme –

Will
She made the vacation planning so easy!

We will never plan our own vacation again! Mandy took our preferences and ran with them—giving us options that met our criteria and our budget. She always updated us with the newest sales and promotions and helped us to get the most for our money. We really appreciated the traveling advice she gave us, especially the tips for managing our way through the Cancun airport! I was so impressed with the amount of knowledge she had about the resorts, and she made it so easy–all we did was provide the money. We will definitely be using her for all our future trips!

JohnnaProfessional Speaker
Great friends – Great Cruise –

I loved working with Mandy – she was super quick to answer questions, provided suggestions, and made our trip amazing. We had 3 families with children between 24 – 18. It was truly a trip we won’t forget!! She had our rooms close together, picked a great ship with a variety of excursions, meal options.

Ogle Group Trip
Amazing trip with my best friend!

Mandy was responsive and accessible throughout the entire planning experience and accommodating to all of our requests.

Rachel
Disney trip planning made easy!

Mandy is the best! We were planning our first trip to Disney World and felt totally overwhelmed. Should we stay at a Disney Resort or off-site? What days should we visit which park? Do we need a meal plan? What the heck is a MagicBand??? Mandy answered all of those questions and helped us plan a Disney vacation to remember! She shared several options within our budget and helped us understand how all of the ‘extras’ work…and there are A LOT at Disney World. She was quick to get back with us when we had questions, was thoughtful in her suggestions and highly knowledgeable. We were able to plan a trip that felt tailored to our family. I would definitely use her again in booking any trip! Thanks, Mandy!

Rachel S.North Carolina
Relaxing Spring Break –

We had an excellent experience planning this trip with Mandy. She helped us decide on the type of accommodations that would work best for our family and booked a condo for us. It was a quick and easy process. The condo was very spacious, comfortable, and had a wonderful ocean view. We look forward to other opportunities to work with Mandy in the future!

Iulian & Alina