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Virtuoso Traveler - Authentic Adventures

Barbara S. King
Great Getaways
913-338-2244 800-546-TRIP (8747)
Barbara@greatgetaways.travel
www.greatgetaways.travel


A Proud Member of Virtuoso®

Find authentic adventures in the April issue of Virtuoso Traveler. From Kenya to the Galápagos you'll find tempting trips to add to, and scratch off of, your bucket list. And if you're looking for something more leisurely, how does a luxurious rail adventure or relaxing spa retreat sound? Whichever path you decide to forge, or follow, this summer, your Virtuoso travel advisor is certain to have you covered each step of the way.

In this issue

4: Why Do It Yourself?
How one travel advisor crafted an epic, month-long honeymoon.

6: Spa Retreats
Relax, recharge, and renew your spirit with these Virtuoso exclusive wellness retreats in Italy, Hong Kong, and the Caribbean.

14: Antarctica or Alaska
Two cruise expeditions for two budgets.

18: My Oh Maya
As the Mayan long - count calendar concludes its 5,125-year cycle, we show you how to experience the 2012 phenomenon in style.

40: Travel on Track
From the Swiss Alps to the Australian Outback, get on board our favorite rail journeys.

Enjoy this issue

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Barbara S. King

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Barbara@greatgetaways.travel

Fares, schedules, Virtuoso exclusives, events and amenities are subject to availability and blackout dates and may change without notice. Unless otherwise stated, prices are in U.S. dollars, per person and based on double occupancy. Restrictions may apply. See your Virtuoso travel advisor for more details and applicable restrictions. Virtuoso is not responsible for any errors in pricing.
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Your Destination Guide to Exotic Lands

 

 

Barbara S. King
Great Getaways
913-338-2244 800-546-TRIP (8747)
Barbara@greatgetaways.travel
www.greatgetaways.travel


A Proud Member of Virtuoso ®

 

Adventure is calling!

Ready for a fairytale stay high in the Himalayas? Maybe a safari in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro? Then again, you might prefer a luxury cruise along the tranquil Mekong River, or an overwater pavilion in the magical Maldives. You'll find inspiring travel ideas for authentic trips in this Destination Guide.

Your Virtuoso travel advisor, can make any travel fantasy a reality - in exclusive fashion, of course. Look over these pages for a few ideas and start planning your customized adventure today!


In this issue

 

6: AFRICA
Sip sundowners on The Masai Mara, and ride elephant-back at Victoria Falls. Take a boating safari in the Okavango Delta, then taste crocodile as you rail across the Great Karoo.

 

20: ASIA
Meet the mysterious Mud Men of Papua New Guinea, cruise spectacular Halong Bay in Vietnam, or dine on dim sum in Hong Kong.

 

38: INDIA
Watch the sun rise upon the Taj Mahal. At Varanasi, view worshippers cleansing in the Ganges River. Or make your own exclusive pilgrimage across the country on a tour by private plane.

Enjoy this issue

 

Contact Me

Barbara S. King

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913-338-2244 800-546-TRIP (8747)

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Barbara@greatgetaways.travel

 

 

Fares, schedules, Virtuoso exclusives, events and amenities are subject to availability and blackout dates and may change without notice. Unless otherwise stated, prices are in U.S. dollars, per person and based on double occupancy. Restrictions may apply. See your Virtuoso travel advisor for more details and applicable restrictions. Virtuoso is not responsible for any errors in pricing.

The trademarks VIRTUOSO, the Globe Swirl Logo, SPECIALISTS IN THE ART OF TRAVEL and WE ORCHESTRATE DREAMS are registered trademarks of Virtuoso, Ltd. Virtuoso, Ltd. has a U.S. copyright registration for the Globe Swirl Logo, ©2000. All rights reserved. Virtuoso CST#2069091-50 301204 US 03/12

© 2012 Virtuoso, Ltd. | 505 Main Street, Suite 500 | Fort Worth, TX 76102

MOVE, LEARN, EAT

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Recently saw this post on alltop.com and thought you might enjoy it as much as I did! Ready, set, travel!

3 guys, 44 days, 11 countries, 18 flights, 38 thousand miles, an exploding volcano, 2 cameras and almost a terabyte of footage... all to turn 3 ambitious linear concepts based on movement, learning and food ....into 3 beautiful and hopefully compelling short films.....= a trip of a lifetime.

 

MOVE from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

LEARN from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

 

EAT from Rick Mereki on Vimeo.

25 Romantic Great Getaways for 2011

via animoto.com

We HEART romantic getaways and it was very difficult limiting our list to only 25 journeys! This year we chose an interesting variety of experiences---some tranquil, some ethereal, some secluded, and some sophisticated city jaunts----all are most definitely romantic!

Tell us what you think of our list and please share your favorites!

Find the trip of a lifetime in this catalog!

 
Barbara King, ASA
Great Getaways Travel
913-338-2244
Email barbara@greatgetaways.travel


 

  Virtuoso Member - Specialists in the Art of Travel

This catalog is full of dream journeys to faraway places, including breathtaking hotels and luxurious cruises. Take a look inside, then, rely on our global connections and in-depth knowledge to plan your very own trip of a lifetime.

Call us today!

 September 2010 Travel Catalog: Trips of a Lifetime

4:: 
Island Escapes
Cascading waterfalls in New Zealand, a hedonistic spa treatment in the Bahamas or the paradise called Polynesia.

11:: 
Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventures
India on the Maharajas' Express; an inaugural rail route through Australia; or see the Sahara by elephant, camel or 4x4.

22::
 Ultimate Trips
Virtuoso staff list their picks for amazing journeys and extraordinary travel.

30::

 Wining, Dining and Romance
Savor a new vintage, tour the great British pubs, dine under desert stars, or enjoy hotels with private butler service and award-winning cuisines.
 All travel offers are shown in U.S. dollars, and subject to change, availability, and alteration without notice. Restrictions apply.



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