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Discovering Luxury Ireland
Ireland, the second biggest island in Europe, is home to rolling hills of green, a rich and charming culture, and wonderfully welcoming people. There are lively cosmopolitan cities to explore as well as many remote villages to discover. Our European specialist Diane returned from her Irish journey and told us about some of her favorite… Read More
Sail the South Pacific with Paul Gauguin Cruises
As we approach the colder seasons of the year most of us find ourselves daydreaming about tropical adventures and sun-kissed beaches. If this sounds like you, what is stopping you from taking that next step? The exotic islands of French Polynesia await you! Our colleagues at Paul Gauguin Cruises take great joy in sharing the… Read More
Air New Zealand: Travel Update
New Zealand Government Update as of Nov. 24th: The announcement suggests that fully vaccinated visitors will be able to visit New Zealand without a stay in managed isolation from April 30 2022. All travelers will need to take a pre-departure COVID-19 test and to prove they are double dose vaccinated along with completing a travel declaration… Read More
Dubai is Ready for Travelers
Dubai is an unbelievable city in the United Arab Emirates surrounded by diverse ecology. The region’s ingrained traditions are matched by its innovative push to the future. The city of Dubai is open to travelers who provide a negative PCR test taken within 96 hours of departure. Travelers may be asked to wear a GPS bracelet… Read More
Client Testimonial: Ethiopian Airlines
Recently, one of Jill’s clients chose to fly on Ethiopian Airlines, a Star Alliance member, en route to Zimbabwe. This may prove to be a popular option for travelers who have need to go to Africa but must avoid Europe due to Covid. If you have any hesitation about flying via Addis, continue reading to… Read More
Diane’s Guide to Paris: Château de Vincennes
In all my years of traveling to Paris, I ventured east on the line 1 of the metro for the first time to the Château de Vincennes – and what a wonderful surprise I had. From the Louvre metro, it’s a straight 20 minute ride to Château de Vincennes, and it couldn’t be easier. I… Read More
Fast Flying Facts
Who could have imagined that airline travel today would be vastly different than it was even 6 months ago? Borders are closed, masks are mandatory, check-ins have become contactless, and cleanliness is at the forefront of every operation. While Esplanade works with most airlines, we’d like to present some specific updates from a few of… Read More
Client Testimonial: Antarctica with Hurtigruten
While summer travel may be on hold for now, it’s never too early to start planning for an Antarctic adventure. The sailing season to Antarctica goes from November to March and spots fill up quickly, with some travelers planning 1+ years in advance. Esplanade clients Eloise and John P. are lucky enough to have now… Read More
An Update on South African Airways
Esplanade Travel has long been a partner of South African Airways and our travelers love the convenience of arriving directly into Johannesburg from JFK or Dulles airports. However, South African Airways faced a very economically challenging year in 2019 and we have seen the effect of this with uncharacteristically extensive flight delays and cancellations. SAA was left with no choice… Read More