September 17, 2020
What's new in the world of travel? Our luxury travel concierge team has the inside scoop on changes to travel policies, the current trends for travelers, hotel reopenings, and more! Check back in weekly to see the newest travel updates!
September 15, 2020
Destinations are slowly reopening to US travelers, but it can be tricky to keep up with the constantly changing list and associated restrictions. That’s where our River Oaks Travel advisor team comes in! We are constantly monitoring domestic and international news, speaking with tourism boards, and checking with official government […]
August 20, 2020
Whether you’re planning a trip for next weekend or next year, travel looks a little different today than it did before. Between new requirements for entry, overhauls of travel procedures, and changes to hotel operations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed! Our team is here to make the process smooth and […]
August 14, 2020
With many schools postponing start dates or going digital, why not consider a schoolcation? Give the kids (and yourself!) a change of scenery and pace at a luxury resort, with everything you need for distance learning and remote working. From cabanas revamped with the latest tech to local experiences you […]
July 2, 2020
With our Texas summer in full swing (and unlike any other!), we’re spending our time daydreaming of resort pools, morning hikes, and refreshing new scenery! While we may have to stick a little closer to home this year, that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of vacation and staycation options in […]
May 27, 2020
Is anyone else quaran-tired?! As we all grow bored of being stuck at home, we’re seeing more and more travelers reaching out to plan their next getaway. While it may be a little harder than normal to plan an international trip, our domestic destinations are ready to shine! Until borders […]
May 20, 2020
Is anyone else quaran-tired?! We’re definitely ready to get back out and explore once travel bans are lifted! As we wait for things to settle around the world, we’re looking forward to exploring a little closer to home. With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of our 10 […]
May 6, 2020
As COVID-19 forced everyone home and social distancing took effect, the immediate focus of travelers worldwide was on cancelling their upcoming plans. Now that this initial wave of cancellations has crested, many of you may be wondering what’s taking your travel refunds so long to appear. While every company is […]
May 1, 2020
Our travel survey results are in! First off, we’d like to thank our wonderful River Oaks Travelers who took the time to complete our post-COVID-19 travel survey. We were overwhelmed by the participation, and truly appreciate the support and additional insight as we all look forward to the days when […]
April 13, 2020
The coronavirus and worldwide lockdown has created an unprecedented situation, where many of us are wondering what the world will look like “after”. As a travel agency, we’ve been using our personal expertise, connections, and worldwide relationships to begin painting a picture of what we think the future of travel […]
April 3, 2020
While social distancing may be the best thing for society right now, it already has us going a little stir-crazy! Combine that with the disappointment of cancelled trips, and we need a little wanderlust pick-me-up. With that in mind, we’re going to be doing a series of blogs with ways […]
March 30, 2020
While social distancing may be the best thing for society right now, it already has us going a little stir-crazy! Combine that with the disappointment of cancelled trips, and we need a little wanderlust pick-me-up. With that in mind, we’re going to be doing a series of blogs with ways […]
March 25, 2020
While social distancing may be the best thing for society right now, it already has us going a little stir-crazy! Combine that with the disappointment of cancelled trips, and we need a little wanderlust pick-me-up. With that in mind, we’re going to be doing a series of blogs with ways to […]
March 20, 2020
While social distancing may be the best thing for society right now, it already has us going a little stir-crazy! Combine that with the disappointment of cancelled trips, and we need a little wanderlust pick-me-up. With that in mind, we’re doing a series of blogs with ways to get your travel […]
March 18, 2020
It’s official – the River Oaks Travel team has left the building! By that, of course, we mean our beautiful offices on West Alabama. For our travel advisors and coordinators it’s business as usual, but we will be working remotely for the next few weeks to do our part to […]
March 16, 2020
Dear Travelers, As a travel agency, our daily lives revolve around everything travel – talking through trip planning with you, dreaming of our own next adventures, and reminiscing on past experiences all over the world. We love celebrating with you as we plan your honeymoons, creatively problem solving to keep […]
March 16, 2020
As your travel advisors and advocates, we are dedicated to providing you with helpful information regarding travel restrictions during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. While this information is subject to change as the situation evolves, please find below the current travel restrictions as of March 16, 2020. UNITED STATES On March […]
March 13, 2020
With the travel interruptions and overall global uncertainty in the time of the coronavirus COVID-19, our River Oaks Travel team is here to help you as much as possible. Our team is committed to providing the same positive and excellent service you have come to expect as we help you […]
March 12, 2020
The COVID-19 outbreak is rapidly evolving and affecting travel worldwide. As people assess the risk for their scheduled trips and the cancellation penalties, many airlines have responded by updating their booking polices. If you’ve booked your airfare through River Oaks Travel, our team is standing by to assist you in […]
March 10, 2020
We often take for granted the beautiful destinations in our own backyard – now is the perfect time to explore somewhere a little closer to home! Check out these North American vacation destinations that are currently topping our wanderlists! Amangiri + Amangani – Utah/Wyoming An otherworldly desert retreat, Amangiri is […]
January 18, 2020
Looking for a unique experience over the holidays? Venture over to the Netherlands to see the Amsterdam Light Festival, organized every year from November to January. The canal belt of Amsterdam lights up with spectacular light sculptures, projections, and art installations. Experience the open-air exhibition “DISRUPT!” from the Amsterdam waters […]
June 10, 2019
With a prime location in the Museum Quarter, the luxury Amsterdam hotel Conservatorium offers the perfect base for exploring Amsterdam.