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The Increasing Importance of Travel Insurance
As we’re designing your trip, we discuss topics such as where you want to go, what you want to see, and how you want to get there. When you’re envisioning your perfect trip, you may not be thinking about travel insurance, when the truth is, that should be one of the first things you think… Read More
Amy’s New Zealand Adventure
Rolling green hills, Snow capped mountains, and lush vibrant rainforests cover the islands of New Zealand. After 2 years of strictly closed borders, this is part of the reason I jumped on one of the first planes I could down to the South Pacific. North Island First flying into Auckland, I spent a couple of… Read More
9 Places you can visit today with a vaccine card
At Esplanade Travel we understand that planning a trip right now can be a bit overwhelming. The pandemic has left us wondering what countries are open? What restrictions are in place in this country? Will I need to take time off to quarantine? This is where we can help! We have compiled a list of our favorite destinations that are currently welcoming U.S. citizens without… Read More
Video Series: Back With Grace
As we all emerge from the pandemic that has shaken up the world, it helps to remember the simple philosophies of life: understand, evolve, and come back stronger during hard times. The Cape Grace Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa has done just that. Just steps from the V&A waterfront stands the charming and stylish Cape Grace Hotel.… 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
Gratitude this Thanksgiving
As we face a different Thanksgiving, one filled with zoom calls instead of a bustling table while we all social distance and stay safe, we at Esplanade would like to express what we are grateful for this year during these challenging times. The support of our staff, our families and loved ones, and our pets… 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
Together We Are Stronger – with Wilderness Safaris
As one of our most valued partners around the world, the Esplanade team is always excited to hear updates from Wilderness Safaris. Today the update is even greater and more heartwarming than usual – an overview of the support and assistance Wilderness has provided throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to local communities. The core of Wilderness’s… Read More
Client Testimonial: Tahitian Escape
While travel to many destinations is on hold right now, there are a few countries whose borders are open to Americans. Ksusha’s clients Vince and Lindsay K. had booked their trip to French Polynesia before the pandemic and were lucky to still make their Tahitian escape a reality. Read on about their safe experience traveling… Read More