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Book Early vs Last Minute Deal
Book Early vs Last Minute Deal

Almost daily I am asked if it’s better to book early or wait for a last minute deal. 

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General TravelJoy CrutchfieldAugust 18, 2018Deals
Different Meanings
Different Meanings

I spent some time in Florida last month exchanging ideas with the top travel professionals in the nation.  While I was there I realized that even among my travel agent peers, the same word meant different things to different people.

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General TravelJoy CrutchfieldAugust 11, 2018Tips, Travel Agent
Paradise on Earth
Paradise on Earth

The first time I went to Jamaica I absolutely hated it.  I arrived on a cruise ship and offloaded right into a swarm of highly aggressive vendors at the pier in Montego Bay.  It was miserable. 

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TropicalJoy CrutchfieldAugust 4, 2018Jamaica
8 European Castles You Need to Visit
8 European Castles You Need to Visit

We love Europe for so many reasons, but nothing compares to the glamour and majesty or an old-world castle.

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EuropeJoy CrutchfieldJuly 28, 2018Castles
The Lion of Lucerne
The Lion of Lucerne

Life continually proves to me that it is pointless to doubt or argue with your parents.

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EuropeJoy CrutchfieldJuly 14, 2018Switzerland
Sicily
Sicily

With thousands of years of fascinating history coupled with breathtaking landscapes, Sicily is worthy of a place at the top of your bucket list.

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EuropeJoy CrutchfieldJuly 7, 2018Volcano, UNESCO World Heritage Site
Travel Tips - Saving 9 Hours of Time
Travel Tips - Saving 9 Hours of Time

Buying travel is a unique purchase.  It is both a product and a service.  At The Joy of Travel our agents excel at matching you with the best product (destination, airline, resort, cruise etc.). 

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General TravelJoy CrutchfieldJune 30, 2018Tips
Webinar Recording: Avalon Waterways Active Discovery River Cruises
Webinar Recording: Avalon Waterways Active Discovery River Cruises

If you missed our webinar Tuesday evening about Active Discovery River Cruises here you go-enjoy!

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Joy CrutchfieldJune 23, 2018
Northern Ireland and Scotland
Northern Ireland and Scotland

We just returned from another amazing group adventure, this time in Northern Ireland and across Scotland.

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EuropeJoy CrutchfieldJune 9, 2018Ireland, Scotland
The Islands of Hawaii
The Islands of Hawaii

Hawaii seems to be at the top of everyone’s bucket list these days.  Each island offers not only a tropical paradise, but also a unique vacation experience.

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TropicalJoy CrutchfieldMay 26, 2018Hawaii
The Caribbean - Multi-Cultural Experience Close to Home
The Caribbean - Multi-Cultural Experience Close to Home

If you’re wanting to having an authentic cultural experience but don’t want to travel too far from home, have you considered the Islands of the Caribbean?

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TropicalJoy CrutchfieldMay 19, 2018Caribbean
What Does “All-Inclusive” Really Mean?
What Does “All-Inclusive” Really Mean?

There is so much confusion out there about “all inclusive” vacations I thought a little clarification might help you out.

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CruisesJoy CrutchfieldMay 12, 2018River Cruises, Ocean Cruises, Resorts
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