Mar 18, 2020 | Travel Stories
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 flatten the curve of coronavirus COVID-19 here in the U.S....
Mar 16, 2020 | Travel Stories
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 everyone happy on your family...
Mar 13, 2020 | Travel Stories
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 to navigate changes and the coronavirus travel advisory: 1.... Feb 29, 2020 | Travel Stories
You insure your car, your house, your health… so should you insure your travel plans? Many clients ask whether travel insurance is worth purchasing, and the answer is a resounding YES! With all the time and money spent planning your ideal vacation, insurance is an essential trip component. We explain why below. Protect Your Investment Like homes...
Feb 25, 2020 | Travel Stories
As a travel agency, we are often asked our thoughts on global situations that impact our industry. The one currently dominating headlines? COVID-19, or coronavirus. We’ve faced health issues in the past – SARS, Zika – and understand that this outbreak can make travelers uneasy. Our first priority is the health, welfare, and overall comfort of our...
Feb 24, 2020 | Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia & New Zealand, Europe, North America, South America, Travel Stories
Paris, the city of lights. While this nickname originally appeared because of Paris’ early adoption of electricity, it’s still just as appropriate today as the city sparkles after dark. The iconic structure of Paris, The Eiffel Tower, even has a special light show each evening. One of the most amazing views of this twinkling city is from the Belle Etoile Penthouse, the crowning glory of Le Meurice in the 1st Arrondissement on the Right Bank. The penthouse’s expansive terrace provides an uninterrupted view of Paris from all directions. The Tuileries Gardens are your front yard, the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Sacré Coeur and the Eiffel Tower are all visible as you stroll through your own private garden. All in all, this is a place to feel inspired and delighted by the enchanting city of lights, maybe even a place to kick off your shoes and dance among the stars.