I just watched this video highlighting Virgin Galactic’s recent test flights. Even knowing about success after success in these flights, I found myself in awe! Consider this the ultimate valentine! You might even see Cupid!
Introducing Perfect Summer Adventures for Families
For parents and grandparents looking for a hassle-free outdoor adventure in North America, look no further than the American West. Abercrombie & Kent is introducing two exciting new small-group journeys for 2012, TheGrand Canyon & Beyond and Discovering California’s National Parks, which take you through the rivers and canyons of the Southwest and among the towering sequoias of the Golden State in the company of private guides and drivers.
Book Now, Save $250
Reserve either The Grand Canyon & Beyond or Discovering California’s National Parks by March 31, 2012 and save $250 per person.
The Grand Canyon & Beyond June 24 – July 1, 2012 | August 4 – 11, 2012 | 8 days From $4,845 (was $5,095)
On this Family Holiday, view stunning desert canyons awash with color, explore the Grand Canyon, float along the Colorado River and hike Zion National Park’s gorgeous trails.
•
Privately explore the Grand Canyon’s rim and trails led by Grand Canyon Field Institute guides
•
Pay an exclusive visit to Emery & Ellsworth Kolb’s photography studio
•
Explore Grand Staircase Escalante and Zion National Park with private guides
Discovering California’s National Parks June 21-30, 2012 | July 29-August 7, 2012 | 10 days From $5,645 (was $5,895)
Explore the Golden State’s many national parks on this Family Holiday, basking in incredible scenery that includes 2,000-year-old giant redwood trees.
•
Explore Yosemite National Park with private Yosemite Conservancy guides
•
Visit the Avenue of the Giants, Redwood National Park and Sequoia National Park
•
Take a float trip on the American River
Call us to reserve your A&K American West journey today.
We don’t even consider ourselves “agents”. Agents are order-takers; Advisors collaborate with you to create a seamless, enjoyable life experience, which is our definition of a great vacation! We are very well-traveled, full-time professionals and we have connections all over this world (and now, thanks to Sir Richard Branson, in Space, too!) that help you savor those precious moments, your discretionary time.
I just read what I wrote and now will cut through the flowery, multi-syllabic words. Here’s the skinny:
We travel all over the world A LOT, so we’re knowledgeable. We have connections that afford you value when you travel (think “insider tips” , upgrades, and value-added amenities). We’re organized so you don’t have to stress over the details. AND, we are here for you! You aren’t talking to a call center employee (if you can actually talk to a someone “Live”). We monitor your vacation before, during and after. If you need our assistance, we are just a phone call away. Missed a flight? Want to extend your vacation? Need a reccomendation for a walking tour of Paris? We are here to help.
Enough from me. Please watch this interview by Ann Curry, TODAY SHOW host, of our friend and CEO of Virtuoso, Matthew Upchurch:
This award-winning publication gives you an inside look at the world’s best hotels and resorts. Every property included in this collection is Virtuoso-preferred and known for its unique setting, exceptional service and remarkable attention to detail. And when you book your stay through your Virtuoso travel advisor, you’ll enjoy exclusive amenities including preferred rates and availability, breakfast for two daily, room upgrades, early check-in and late checkout and complimentary extras that will make your travel experience extraordinary.
That song is getting closer to reality! While many of you know that I represent Virgin Galactic, this may be “NEWS” to some of you. Yesterday the New York Times ran an article about the burgeoning industry of consumer space flight, featuring Virgin Galactic, http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/04/science/space/spaceflights-prepare-to-expand-customer-base.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=virgin%20galactic&st=cse . I’ve given two media interviews thanks to that article and that spurred this blog post. Maybe I could remind people that I sell flights into space as well as flight within the world’s atmosphere!
In 2009 I attended the gala unveiling of Virgin Galactic’s Spaceship, the VSS Enterprise. 850 people from around the world gathered in Mojave, California to be part of that historic moment, the beginning of a new frontier of the consumer travel industry. As the mother ship, with the spaceship securely attached, rolled into the viewing area, I remember the whole crowd became silent, in anticipation and awe. When Governors Schwarzenagger and Richardson joined Sir Richard Branson in christening the ship, the crowd erupted in cheers and applause. Tears rolled down my cheeks as I realized I was experiencing a significant milestone in history. Years from now, when my toddler-aged grandsons are older and space travel more commonplace, I hope the boys will brag, “My grandma was at the christening of the first consumer spaceship!” Then again, by that time, rather than the exception, people traveling in Space will be the norm and its beginning might be a long-ago faded memory. How cool would that be? Either way, Virgin Galactic gave me an incredible life experience. Now, if I sell 10 flights, I’ll be eliglble to fly aboard Virgin Galactic! Ready to be part of my group of 10?
We don’t even consider ourselves “agents”. Agents are order-takers; Advisors collaborate with you to create a seamless, enjoyable life experience, which is our definition of a great vacation! We are very well-traveled, full-time professionals and we have connections all over this world (and now, thanks to Sir Richard Branson, in Space, too!) that help you savor those precious moments, your discretionary time.
