NTIA Awards Sydney is the biggest night in the travel industry and tonight 1306 agents, wholesaler, tour and cruise operators came together to celebrate. I was nominated Manager of the year across Australia and after a lot of hard work I made it from 83 to the top 6. Although I didn’t take out the…
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We took the time to interview Michelle Hartland Managing Director after she returned from her first Disney cruise. She spent 7 nights on board Disney Fantasy cruise ship cruising the Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral. How did you find cruising on a Disney Cruise Line? Fantastic! I was a little concerned there would be too…
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Rail & Sail Australia — No Passports, No Flying! In November 2024, a group of 30 Champagne Travel clients embarked on a unique Rail and Sail adventure across Australia! Lisa and Courtney met the group in Sydney to ensure everything went smoothly (and to share in the fun, too!) The adventure kicked off with an…
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Cruising from Bali to Darwin on Viking Venus First impressions Check-in at the port was quick and seamless—a great start to the journey. From the very beginning, the staff were warm, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. Viking Venus is a stunning ship with a modern and inviting Scandinavian design. Every detail on…
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Greek Island Hopping with Contiki: Courtney & Trinity’s adventure through Greece Two weeks, five destinations, and more memories than we could count! Our Greek Island Hopping adventure with Contiki was nothing short of unforgettable. From ancient ruins in Athens to swimming in the Aegean Sea, our journey was the perfect mix of history, island life,…
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Italy, Spain & Malta: A Teen-Friendly Cruise Adventure on MSC Seaview Travelling with teenagers can be a delightful challenge — they crave independence, excitement, and a little indulgence. Our recent Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC Seaview ticked every box, delivering an unforgettable journey through Italy, Spain, and the sparkling gem of Malta. First Stop: Italy –…
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To travel is to live ….. Christian Andersen Today I go out of my comfort zone and travel to Argentina and Chile on a Quark Expeditions adventure never been done before! Exploring new territory for Quark and myself! Nearly 5 years in the making of “Essential Patagonia” Carefully calculated decisions made by the best in…
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September 2024, Courtney I travelled through Vietnam and Cambodia with Travelmarvel along the Mekong River onboard the RV Apsara (formerly RV Amalotus). I had a Category C cabin on Deck 1, which featured both a French balcony and an outside balcony, along with a spacious bathroom. We visited four ports in Vietnam, where we learned…
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I had an amazing experience at Hong Kong Disneyland! We found it easy to make our way through the park in just one day without feeling like we missed anything! Don’t forget to download the Hong Kong Disneyland app before you arrive. This allows you to check wait times on attractions and dining locations, find…
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Champagne Travel is Cruiseco’s Cruise Agency of the Year for 2023 – Courtney. In December 2023, I sailed onboard Queen Elizabeth for 5 nights from Melbourne return with an overnight stay in Hobart. I stayed in a balcony stateroom which was amazing! This is a beautiful ship with a traditional feel to it. The service…
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I sailed onboard Azamara Journey from Fremantle to Hong Kong for 16 nights in an oceanview stateroom. Azamara Journey is a luxurious boutique hotel at sea and that is exactly what we experienced! The staff were very friendly, attentive and genuinely wanted to make our experience onboard more enjoyable. The dining was a highlight of…
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