TravelOnly with Vicki

As professional travel advisors, we’re here to answer all your burning questions. But, unlike asking Alexa, Google or Siri, we’ll provide you with an answer that’s unique to you. We’ll be your insider knowledge and your expert advice, so you can book the perfect vacation —the one that fits your personality, your budget and your dreams. Reach out to us today to start planning your next trip!

This image shows longtail boats in Krabi, Thailand. A place I know very well having lived there for 2 years! I would be delighted to help you plan a vacation to this or other amazing destinations in Asia, the Caribbean, Hawaii, and many more.

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Are you thinking of a winter vacation this year? Now is the time to book as the best deals are selling fast!

Queue the jingle bells but leave the snow at home this Christmas! Dipping our toes in the ocean and walking on white sand-covered beaches is something we all deserve this year. 🎄

Contact me soon to discuss your ideas. Planning luxury and family adventures is what I do best!

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It is time. All those months of dreaming where you would go when you could get away. Now is the time to plan that much anticipated trip!

Looking for a relaxing getaway? Picture yourself strolling along white sandy beaches, swimming in crystal blue waters, perhaps while enjoying a private luxury villa? Antigua and Barbuda are awaiting your arrival. It's time to pamper yourself, take that break you've been waiting for, visit Antiqua and Barbuda Islands.




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Luxury in 2021

Luxury travel looks rather different now than it did a few years ago. According to a recent study, luxury travel in 2021 means:
Exploring remote destinations with space and privacy. This is now the ultimate luxury. Three-quarters of travelers said complete privacy is a key component of luxury travel.

Personalized and unique experiences

A chance to recharge and improve health and well-being.

Increasingly, travelers are also willing to pay a little extra: 61% of travelers say they plan to spend more than they normally would on a trip in 2021. But that doesn’t mean you need to break the bank.

With such personal requirements while on vacation, it’s little surprise that 81% of travelers are turning to travel agents for expert guidance*, loving their rich destination knowledge and ability to recommend unique experiences to build amazing trips.

Contact us for tips on how to achieve a luxurious and affordable travel experience.

*Source: https://www.travelmarketreport.com/articles/Travel-Agent-Popularity-on-the-Rise-Yet-Again

🌏 A travel agent friend of mine posted this and I thought I would share! It is so true...

⚠️Travel is back.... and I mean back with a vengeance. Travel demand is extremely high...crazy high, and we are working as fast as we can to keep up with the demand. But, in the midst of the demand for clients to take a vacation, there are daily issues. So, I feel the need to give you a little guidance.

1) 📘 If you don't have your passport or you need to renew your passport and you plan on traveling any time in the near future, take care of it ASAP. Passport processing is taking as much as 18 weeks standard processing and can easily take 12 weeks expedited. This won't get any better for a long time!! AND, if your passport expires within 6 months, many countries still will not allow entry.

2) 📆 Plan now for 2022! For every person who has said, "There are probably some great travel deals for right now, huh?' I wish I had a dollar to put in my own vacation fund. I could fly to an an island for a long time! When the demand is this high, there is no need for resorts, hotels, airlines, or tour companies to offer a deal. Pricing is reflecting the fact that demand is outpacing supply for many destinations. You've probably even noticed this if you've simply looked for a place to reserve at a local lake rental.

3) ✈When you do travel, be patient and flexible! Be prepared for things that are not normal, with staffing shortages, new protocols, LOTS of flight changes and delays, and long lines. People are going and they are going HARD! Even if you booked your vacation a long time ago, TONS of people jumped on the bandwagon with you within the past few months and it shows!

4) 👩‍💼 Be patient with me, or your travel agent (which btw, you should not be traveling without one, now more than ever). I will help you navigate this craziness, because I promise you, so much is going to come up that you don't know! Again, be patient with me, as I am navigating new rules, too. The influx of demand as well as a thousand new details that must be taken care of before you can even travel. Our job is so much more complicated than ever before.....I love it, but travel is a little bit of a beast right now. 😊
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This is the time that all of us have been waiting for. Lets set out to discover this beautiful planet and all it has to offer while appreciating everything so much more than we did before. I absolutely look forward to navigating with you as we move forward 🌴⛰🛳✈️

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Are you ready to begin planning? I am ready to help!

We have access to more than 200,000 activities, attractions, and adventures around the world. In addition to finding and booking experiences of a lifetime, we also help ensure you have a seamless experience from the moment you leave home.

While everyone else is waiting in line or scrambling for tickets and barcodes, forgetting they’re meant to be stress-free, you can indulge in true serenity.

Contact us to get one step closer to your vacation mode.

Hello Again!

For obvious reasons I haven't been very active on here for the last few months, but all that is about to change. Now is the time!! Book your vacation and travel plans quickly before prices start to go up. There are still some amazing deals to be found, always fully flexible, and a brilliant way to have something to look forward to.

If you have any plans at all to get away in the next year reach out now, and let's get it booked at one of the many amazing deals.

Take a look at this one from Sunwing...valid ONLY until July 5th. Book Early. Save BIG!

Contact me to check availability!

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If you have been wondering exactly how hotels are managing COVID protocols, this is a great video from Playa Hotels. They and many other hotel groups are doing an incredible job. To make your trip even more fun why not travel with your bubble. Your family or social group can travel together and create your own little group at the beach. The deals right now are INCREDIBLE!! There is wonderful COVID insurance available and most bookings are completely changeable or can be cancelled for a full refund if the situation changes.

Contact me for more information!

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The Playa Hotels & Resorts SAFE STAY™ Promise As a response to COVID-19, Playa Hotels & Resorts has expanded existing guest safety procedures and developed new safety protocols at all of their all-inclus...

Now is the time to dream... and start to plan the reality.

WestJet Vacations Sales Extended – Save up to 25% on every WestJet destination! No blackout dates and get flexible change/cancellation policies. Contact me today.

One thing we have learned this year is that Travel Advisors are invaluable when the unexpected happens! As we are getting ready to travel again, the insurance companies are stepping up with incredible fully COVID inclusive insurance, the hotel and airline companies are offering flexibility like never before, but you want to be sure you use you an agent so you have someone to do all the leg work for you if you need to make unexpected changes.

The time to book is now while these amazing deals are out there. The industry is offering incredible incentives to book at the moment with low deposits and amazing offers. Contact me if I can help!

Where do you dream of visiting?



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Why You Should Book With A Travel Advisor “Why would I book with you when I can just book the same trip online?” This is the question we were asked daily, prior to March 2020…but this mindset changed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

No matter what time of year you’re looking to vacation, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a destination as adventure-packed as Iceland.
But, despite its surge in popularity over recent years, the tiny island nation is once again taking the forefront of travelers’ minds.

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How To Make the Most of Your First Trip to Iceland No matter what time of year you’re looking to vacation, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a destination as adventure packed as Iceland. But, despite its surge in popularity over recent years, the tiny island nation is once again taking the forefront of travelers’ minds.

How about combining home schooling with a once-in-a-lifetime vacation? The Four Seasons brand is super luxury all the way and have combined their amazing hotel with all you need to study or work poolside!

Contact me for help planning this unique adventure.

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Schoolcations by Punta Mita Four Seasons Punta Mita offers the Schoolcations program to make remote learning convenient and fun for both parents & kids in their home-away-from-home.

Costa Rica has breathtaking beaches and beautiful vistas from the mountain to the sea. Did you know there are over 200 identifiable volcanoes in Costa Rica?
Put it on your list. When you are ready to start planning, I am here! Booking for next year right now comes with amazing offers... in many cases upgraded insurance to include changes of plans for anything COVID related, super low deposits, and some of the best deals ever seen. Start dreaming now!



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Hidden Secrets and Natural Wonders of 4 Costa Rican Volcanoes From breathtaking beaches, up through rainforests and cloud forests, Costa Rica’s terrain rises from the sea to mountain ranges and, like icing on a scenic cake, a string of volcanoes that are evidence of the country’s location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.

From the gleaming city of the Wild West in Calgary to the majestic Lake Louise, it’s time to Escape to the Rockies this fall. October departures for only $999 per person!

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Canadian Rockies Escape Promotion Sometimes it takes the higher elevations to elevate your soul. To escape the routine and reroute your spirit where the First Nations first came to know the Canadian Rockies for their otherworldly beauty.

Did you miss out on a "proper" vacation this year? The year is not finished yet! Fall is one of my favourite times in Canada, it is so beautiful and the perfect time to visit somewhere new.

There is so much to see in this amazing country, and I am all set to help you! From land, rail, RV and luxury hotels - we work with the top travel partners and can create customized vacation packages for you and your family. ✈️🛤️🚐. Why not consider a fully customised vacation for Thanksgiving. Whether you have 3 days or 10 days, we can create something amazing!

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Vicki Hunt
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To answer a question that a few people have asked… I will be branding my business with my own name eventually. All independent travel agents have to work under an umbrella company, it’s part of making sure that we meet the legal requirements to keep everyone’s money safe in case of crazy things happening like airlines going out of business etc. The parent company I am working with is TravelOnly. They are one of Canada’s oldest travel agencies and have been in operation since 1974 (older than me... just!). They generally recommend that you do all of your training and make a start using their branding, and then once you have completed the many MANY hours of training and developed the business further you are better equipped to work on your own branding.

I have chosen the name Hello Travel, and will be using this as my brand for the website and page etc. in time. For now I am taking advantage of having many things set up for me while I continue to learn.

Now you know :)

Where is the most memorable place you have ever been?

Mine is in the comments... please share yours :) We might not be able to travel very far right now but we can live vicariously through each other's stories.

Make your next vacation truly Canadian with these amazing packages with Air Canada Vacations! With free seat selection, one checked bag, and flexible cancellation policies you can still get away this summer.
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Travel brings people together — fills your heart with joy, calms your spirit, and much more. Here's a quote to inspire you for your next journey...

(If you can't wait to travel again, don't forget I can help with travel within Canada too!)

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