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My Two Favorite Travel Apps

7/19/2021

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I love discovering ways to do things more efficiently. In fact, in another lifetime, I was a business analyst where part of my job was to help my co-workers work smarter.  Read on to learn about my two favorite travel apps that help me travel with ease. 

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For those who want organized photos, but don't want to spend the time actually organizing them, this is the travel app for you. It automatically sorts your photos by time and location. It also includes a map view! Simply explore the map as your photos pop into view. Not only can you search for photos by date and location, but you can also search by color. Plus, it includes a feature that allows you to hide an album from prying eyes. If you love to take photos when traveling, this app will become your new best friend.

Learn more about this incredible travel app here.

Hopper
With airfare constantly fluctuating, it's hard to know when to buy your ticket to get the best rate. You can check one moment and by the next moment, the rate has already increased. Hopper has a data science team mining through trillions of archived flight records to spot trends and predict when you should book your flight to get the best rate possible. It also has a 95 percent accuracy rate! If you are traveling while on a budget, this travel app is perfect for you!

​Download it here.
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The world is opening up for vaccinated travelers – check this out!

7/15/2021

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Of the many reasons to get vaccinated against COVID-19, one that is getting people the most excited is to travel again. Countries and travel providers are opening their doors to vaccinated travelers, giving you many options to escape and explore the world.
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Putting Europe Back on the Map

Vaccinated American adults are now free to visit 14 European countries and counting, including traveler favorites Greece, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Switzerland.

Other popular countries offering quarantine-free entry to vaccinated Americans include Bahamas, Belize, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Seychelles, Tahiti and dozens more. Plus, those who are vaccinated can skip the test requirements to visit Hawaii.

Cruises Setting Sail
with Vaccinated Guests

​Fan-favorite cruise lines in every price range are now offering cruises exclusively for those who have been vaccinated. Caribbean, Europe and Alaska cruises are being offered by American Queen Steamboat, Crystal Cruises, Celebrity Cruises*, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean*, Seabourn, Silversea Cruises, UnCruise, Viking Cruises and Windstar. More and more itineraries are being announced weekly, and each one is filling up fast with cruise lovers ready to hit the open seas.​
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Here at Home

​As data about efficacy and safety continues to bring good news about the vaccines being given to Americans, the CDC continues to update their recommendations for those who are vaccinated. This means that vaccinated Americans are now allowed to:
  • Enjoy the outdoors without wearing a mask
  • Meet in small groups of other vaccinated family and friends indoors
  • Enjoy close contact with family members too young to be vaccinated

We're Here to Help

If you have questions about getting vaccinated, talk to your healthcare professional or visit the CDC website for expert medical guidance. An amazing 97% of physicians offered to be vaccinated have done so.

Not sure where to get vaccinated? Visit this site for local options. 

Of course, our expertise is in travel, not medicine. When you are ready to travel, we are here to help you sort out the various entry restrictions and requirements for vaccinated (and non-vaccinated) travelers, cancellation and refund policies and safe travel protocols. This wonderful world is a pure joy to explore, we hope you take every opportunity to do so.

Take advantage of our expertise! Contact us today at
(408) 718-4872

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Special Offers on Luxury Travel Experiences

7/6/2021

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​Luxury Travel Offers from Matt Travel
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​Luxury offers, including complimentary
upgrades, VIP amenities, up to $1,000
in resort credit and more.
VIEW LUXURY TRAVEL EBOOK
If you’re wondering how to take your next vacation to new heights, whether this year or the next, our Luxury Travel magazine has your answer. Inside you’ll find luxurious all-inclusive resorts packed with 5-star gourmet restaurants, sumptuous suites on classic cruise lines, yachts that whisk you around the South Pacific, VIP access to bucket list-worthy sporting events, personalized adventure programs that combine biking and hiking with true cultural immersion and more.
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VIEW LUXURY TRAVEL EBOOK
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The Top Three Reasons to Book a Fall Wine Cruise

7/1/2021

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A wine cruise offers the hospitality of traveling with a group of like-minded people with a variety of private events, dinners and tastings scheduled aboard the ship and on land. Keep reading to discover three of the best reasons to book a fall wine cruise!

1. See Europe’s breathtaking landscapes illuminated in vibrant autumn colors.
2. Visit renowned sites and wineries as the locals do, amid less crowds.
3. Save on airfare, as prices are typically reduced during fall.

Cruise through highly acclaimed European wine regions, from Austria’s UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley to Germany’s Rheingau and Moselle regions, to France’s celebrated Bordeaux region and beyond.

Expert Wine Hosts
You’ll be accompanied throughout your cruise by a dedicated Wine Host from a North American winery who will lead tastings and provide trips to private cellars and historic vineyards. You will also enjoy carefully curated food and wine pairing dinners.

Are you interested in booking a fall wine cruise? Click here to learn more about river cruising. Contact me today so we can get started finding the perfect wine cruise for you! 
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