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Antwerp, Belgium: The Hidden Gem You Need to Visit in 2025
If you’re searching for a destination that combines old-world charm with modern sophistication, Antwerp deserves a spot on your travel list for 2025. The vibrant Belgian city, often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors like Brussels or Bruges, offers a unique blend of history, culture, and style—and it’s still delightfully under the radar for many travelers.Antwerp’s nickname as the diamond...
Three Significant Travel Rule Changes to Expect in 2025
As the travel landscape continues to evolve, travel advisors and their clients must stay updated on the latest changes. Though the COVID-19 pandemic is behind us, we can expect more adjustments in the coming years. In this River Oaks Travel blog, we will highlight three crucial rule changes that will impact travelers and travel advisors!Starting January 8, 2025, American and Canadian travelers...
Discover the Unparalleled Luxury of Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Regent Seven Seas Cruises redefines luxury cruising with an exquisite blend of opulence, adventure, and relaxation. Their all-inclusive voyages offer an unparalleled experience, covering nearly every aspect of your journey, including airfare, transfers, gourmet dining, shore excursions, gratuities, and unlimited beverages. The fleet, comprising six elegant ships - Seven Seas Grandeur, Seven Seas...
A Luxurious Escape at Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Perched between two idyllic beaches on Costa Rica’s stunning Peninsula Papagayo, the Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo Costa Rica offers a sophisticated blend of natural beauty and refined luxury. From the moment of arrival, the property’s serene design and breathtaking vistas set the stage for an unforgettable experience.Dining at the Four Seasons Resort is an extraordinary experience....
Setting Sail on Ilma: A Luxurious Shakedown Cruise with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
In the world of luxury travel, certain experiences are not to be missed, and sailing on Ilma, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's newest masterpiece, is one of them. I was privileged to embark on an exclusive three-day shakedown cruise from Barcelona to Saint-Tropez, a rare opportunity to preview the unparalleled craftsmanship of Ilma before its official launch. This voyage was more than just a...
River Oaks Travel Concierge Endorsed by Forbes Travel Guide
We are excited to announce that River Oaks Travel Concierge has been endorsed by Forbes Travel Guide, the sole independent global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, and ocean cruises. This prestigious recognition places us among an elite group of agencies worldwide known for their superior service in luxury travel. This endorsement is not just a mark of quality; it’s a testament...
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Cap Juluca, a Belmond Hotel
Anguilla, CaribbeanCap Juluca, a Belmond Hotel Review At Belmond's Cap Juluca Hotel, barefoot luxury has never looked so good! This iconic resort has graced Anguilla since 1988, when Linda and Charles Hickox fell in love with the location and decided to build the hotel and its (now famous) Pimms restaurant. Fast forward a few years, and Cap Juluca quickly become "the" place to be for jetsetters...
Americans will be able to renew their passports online
Americans will be able to renew their passports online According to recent news from the U.S. Department of State, Americans will be able to renew their passports online as soon as next year.The program will require applicants to meet a specific set of criteria, including that they are at least 25 years old, that their most recent passport was valid for 10 years, and their old...
Hong Kong To Drop Travel Quarantine
Hong Kong To Drop Travel Quarantine Hong Kong will no longer require travelers to undergo three days of mandatory hotel quarantine upon arrival, lifting the burden on international travelers to Hong Kong for the first time since early 2020. The new rules take effect starting September 26. Travelers will only have to undergo three days of self-monitoring post-arrival and an antigen test 24...
