Europe

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Explore Vicariously: Top 5 Virtual Museum Tours

Explore Vicariously: Top 5 Virtual Museum Tours

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 canceled trips, and we need a little wanderlust pick-me-up. With that in mind, we’re doing a series of blogs with...

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We’re Working Remotely!

We’re Working Remotely!

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...

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It’s Time to Stop Traveling – For Now

It’s Time to Stop Traveling – For Now

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...

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Travel Insurance: Is it Worth the Cost?

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...

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Resources for Questions on Coronavirus and Travel

Resources for Questions on Coronavirus and Travel

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...

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A Room With a View: Best Hotel Views Worldwide

A Room With a View: Best Hotel Views Worldwide

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.

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The Fairmont San Francisco

The Fairmont San Francisco

Hotel Snapshot Guests arrive at the Fairmont San Francisco feeling like they have just walked into an American Palace. The old-world glamour of the lobby and common areas are reminiscent of a time past while the contemporary room features cater to the gusts of the...

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On Our Radar: October 2019

On Our Radar: October 2019

One of our favorite parts of being travel advisors is getting to know all of the great gossip and insider knowledge about what's coming soon in the world of luxury travel. Rather than keep these exciting updates to ourselves, we've decided to share these insights with...

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