I recently returned from Cancun, and the trip reinforced something we have been discussing with our customers for several years: sargassum remains an ongoing challenge throughout much of the Caribbean. . .
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As I pack to hit the beaches of Cabo tomorrow, I can’t help thinking about other great fun in the sun vacation opportunities in 2024.
There's something undeniably enchanting about basking in the warmth of the sun, feeling the gentle caress of a salty breeze, and indulging in the sheer delight of a "Fun in the Sun" vacation.
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There’s never a dull moment here at The Joy of Travel.
Immediately after recovering from the Thanksgiving Holidays, several members of our team and I set off to dig deeper into the allure and adventure of Tulum.
You’ve been hearing about Tulum for a while now, haven’t you?
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As you may know, I just spent a week at three different resorts in the Dominican Republic.
For those of you who have never been there, the DR is different. Mexico and the DR are not interchangeable. Especially considering the Cancun/Riviera Maya/Cabo area where so many native Mexicans in the hospitality industry have lived, at one time or another, in the United States.
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I am a huge fan of small ships. I think you all know that.
I am also a huge fan of excellent guest to staff ratios. Have you heard that term before?
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My oldest grandson graduated from High School. Has there ever been a better excuse for everyone to get together and celebrate? Especially on a fabulous beach attached to a gorgeous all-inclusive resort, right?
We had ages 11, 12, 18, two in their 30’s, one in his 40’s, one in his 50’s, three in their 60’s and one 70-year-old. 11 total. All coming to the experience with a different set of needs and expectations.
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Did you know there’s a travel term for customers whose main purpose is to visit as many ports of call as possible? That’s right, they’re called Port Collectors.
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Sargassum Seaweed has had an enormous impact on almost every square inch of the Caribbean for almost a decade now.
It began as an infrequent nuisance, and has evolved into a stinking, rotting, horrible mess.
How do you avoid it?
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Have you ever considered the difference between “failure” and “regret”?
I looked it up, and the definition of failure is “lack of success”.
The definition for regret is “Feel sad, repentant, or disappointed over something that has happened or been done, (especially a missed opportunity).
Regret seems to have a negative impact on a deeper level, doesn’t it?
The world is opening back up, and . . .
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If there is any one thing happening right now in the world of travel that is true no matter where you want to go, it’s this-the demand is huge.
As you can imagine, anywhere people can travel without being vaccinated is in huge demand right now.
But here’s the other side of that coin. . .
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Dear friends,
You have been asking me about villa rentals for years, and as you know, I've been afraid of booking you into any product I can't personally vouch for.
I finally found a company whose vetting process I trust, and in whose customer service department I have confidence. So I am very happy to announce the new villa program at The Joy of Travel.
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Happy June everyone!
Now that the Caribbean is beginning to open back up, I thought you might be interested in knowing some tidbits about one of my favorite islands, Jamaica.
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