Just Got Back: Cuba

  Marjorie Agriss, Luxury Leisure Travel Agent Where did you Just Get Back from? Cuba When were you in Cuba? October 2016 Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived:  Thrilled – I was so excited just to be there! Provide 1-3 sentences that highlight your experience: Havana could be any city in Spain or Southern Europe. Similar buildings, churches and squares. The smaller towns are moderately...

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Just Got Back: Ireland & Scotland

  Linda Dean, VP-Retail Branch Operations Where did you Just Get Back from? Ireland and Scotland When were you in Ireland and Scotland? June 2016 Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived:  Excited, I couldn’t wait to get out there and see and experience what all these wonderful towns had to offer. Where did you stay?   Ireland – Merrion Hotel – Dublin Killarney Park hotel – Killarney Ashford Castle Scotland...

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Just Got Back: Puerto Rico

  Jill Young, Europe and the Caribbean travel consultant at The Travel Authority Where did you Just Get Back from? Puerto Rico When were you in Puerto Rico? April 2016 Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived:  Fascinated—I was interested in exploring how the U.S. territory is similar and dissimilar to my corner of mainland USA. Where did you stay?  The Caribe Hilton, a 3-star hotel in...

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Just Got Back: Costa Rica

Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived: When I first arrived in Costa Rica, and for the majority of the time thereafter I was simply astonished by the beautiful wilderness and diverse wildlife that surrounded me.Read Mo...

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Destination Spotlight: Best Vacations for Wine Lovers

  Thinking about taking a romantic get away or simply a wine enthusiast looking for great vacation ideas?  Altour has got you covered.  Check out this article to see where wine experts give their suggestions on some of the best lesser known wine tasting experiences in the world.  All of these experiences offer more than just wine – with many offering exceptional food and breathtaking scenery too. Please contact contactus@altour.com...

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Just Got Back: Bahamas

  Erica Neher, Leisure Travel Where did you Just Get Back from? The Bahamas When were you in the Bahamas? June 2016 Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived: Upon first arrival in the Bahamas, there was a real charming colonial feel with a refreshing modern beach-chic vibe. Where did you stay? One & Only Ocean Club With whom would you recommend staying at this hotel? I believe that this hotel...

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Just Got Back: New Zealand

Lee Thomas, EVP ALTOUR, President of The Travel Authority Where did you Just Get Back from? Queenstown, New Zealand When were you in New Zealand? May 2016 Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived: When I first landed it almost felt like I just landed in a vibrant ski town that was full of life and excitement. Where did you stay? Sofitel Queenstown Hotel With whom would you recommend staying at this hotel? I would...

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