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Travel expo comes to Winnetka

2010-11-04T11:41:00.000-05:00

Travel expo comes to WinnetkaClick the link above to read an article on Travel 100's latest presentation night. Abercrombie and Kent offered a unique look at South American adventure destinations followed by Uncle Dan's Sporting Goods vendors and a raffle for adventure travel products.

This could be you at the Clayoquot Wilderness Resort

2010-10-29T14:42:00.002-05:00

'This could be you! - experiencing a premier eco-safari destination called Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, accessible only by private sea plane from Vancouver. It promises soft adventure and soft beds...and , as this happy family can attest, "a delicious blend of childhood wishes and grown-up dreams!" Call for details. -- Suzanne O'Brien

Tanzania Safari Trip

2010-09-28T11:11:00.008-05:00

This amazing footage was filmed by Travel 100 Group clients on safari in Tanzania.Call us at (847) 256-7570 or (312) 727-1003 to book your trip to Africa today!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpHddBPqg

Gorilla Tracking in Rwanda

2010-05-28T09:40:00.010-05:00

We had been climbing for what seemed like hours. The path was steep and unrelenting, straight up through the bamboo forested mountain. The mud under our boots often gave way, so we steadied ourselves with our hiking sticks or whatever tree or root we could grasp. The sharp brambles tore at our arms and legs, safari ants roamed the trails, we ached, our breathing was labored, sweat dripped from

CHAMPAGNE BUBBLY AND CHAMPAGNE SNOW

2010-05-27T12:07:00.005-05:00

ST MORITZ-SWITZERLAND The temptation to go to St Moritz was great as I was invited to join a small group of travel agents. I had fond memories of Switzerland, having spent many summer holidays there as a child. But this was a very different trip as I left Chicago on a cold March day on a non-stop flight to Zurich. Having checked my luggage all the way to St Moritz, I enjoyed the freedom

Ah Ha Moments, Miami

2010-03-02T14:54:00.006-06:00

Girlfriends’ Paradise at the Viceroy Spa in Miami, FloridaRecently I had the pleasure of hosting a girlfriends’ spa outing in Miami. The Viceroy Spa and Pool Terrace is breathtaking featuring a 28,000 square-foot, full service spa and fitness center. It is housed in the groundbreaking Viceroy Miami at Icon Brickell, directly on the lush waterfront of Biscayne Bay.The SpaWe were treated to

A thank you note from Turkey

2009-10-29T11:32:00.004-05:00

Hi, Rosemary-Just a note to thank you for your help in planning our trip to Turkey. We had a wonderful time and all the preparation by you and Tamera made the logistics quite seamless. Tamera stayed "on it" the whole time, even calling us on the last day to recommend a fishing village and restaurant (including a special dish to order) when it was too rainy to go out on a boat. She was great.

Crystal Serenity from Istanbul to Venice

2009-10-22T09:53:00.003-05:00

I sailed on the award-winning Crystal Serenity this fall from Istanbul to Venice. The ship holds 1080 passengers but our sailing was small with only 700 passengers. We were met in Istanbul by Berna Uzer with Nurdan’s United Travel Service (our on site in Turkey.) She was great and before we knew it we were checking in at the harbor after a great drive from the airport. She met us again the next

An Autumn sojourn in Austria

2009-10-13T09:41:00.011-05:00

Fall in Austria – opera season is in full swing, hillsides of woods and vineyards are splashed with vibrant autumnal colors, museums are not crowded, and it is the perfect season to hike off the excellent cuisine.We have lived in Vienna for several extended periods and return to visit often. Last fall we took a nostalgia-filled trip with friends to introduce them to a country we know well and

Upscale Camping- for the Adventure Traveler

2009-10-12T09:21:00.010-05:00

Pull up the tent pegs of history and pack away memories of soggy childhood camping trips, these days staying under canvas is less about smelly sleeping bags and communal toilets and more about thread-counted sheets and tents that come with private showers that is if you opt for the “boutique” camping experience. Imagine an eco-tent with wood-burning stove and organic bedding; a Mongolian-style

California's Harvest Wine Weekend

2009-09-09T09:57:00.001-05:00

I’m just back from a week along the central California coast and already I am planning my next trip there. October 16- 18, 2009 is the Harvest Wine Weekend in the region surrounding Paso Robles where over 130 local wineries will host a myriad of activities in celebration of the 2009 harvest. It’s a pick and choose create your own itinerary which includes barrel tasting of previously uncorked

Guatemala

2009-08-17T12:16:00.006-05:00

Last summer I discovered a Latin American gem - Guatemala. I was invited to accompany three travel companions, one a native Guatemalan, on a two week journey through the country. I returned with a deep appreciation for the country’s history and cultural heritage. Colonial cities, outstanding cultural and archaeological sights, and rich indigenous artistry are among the many attractions along the

Falling into Fall

2009-08-10T14:57:00.006-05:00

The fall foliage trip is considered a classic American national rite of passage. For many, losing oneself in a landscape of ruby reds, deep purples, and outrageous oranges can be a semi-religious experience. New England, of course, is the classic destination for American fall-foliage travelers, however there are beautiful autumnal

Culture and Country Life in Ireland

2009-07-28T14:44:00.010-05:00

County MeathIn the original Gaelic divisions of Ireland Meath (An Mhí) was Mide, ‘the Middle Kingdom’, and one of five provinces. The seat of the high kings until the 6th century, Meath was a fairly heavy hitter in Irish affairs. As home of the legendary High Kings of Ireland, this rich vast land is known as the Emerald Isle. In this northeastern county you will witness the beauty of the green

Travel 100 Group in the News!

2009-07-20T11:06:00.003-05:00

We thought we would share with our Blog readers and regular contributors a recent Crain's interview with our company President, Howard Scharf, that was posted on the widely-read Crain's Chicago Blog (www.chicagobusiness.com):Q&A: How one travel shop competes with Web giantsCrain’s contributor Steve Hendershot asked Mr. Scharf how a small business like his can compete in an industry that’s

Napa Valley

2009-07-13T10:22:00.006-05:00

My husband and I recently returned from a quick getaway trip to Napa and Carmel valleys. We bypassed San Francisco and stayed at the new resort hotel, Cavallo Point, nestled at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge. From the airport, we crossed the GGB capturing photos en route, but nothing would prepare us for the views of the bridge and city from Cavallo Point.The hotel is on the site of historic

The Golden Age of Travel

2009-07-09T09:23:00.014-05:00

It remains with us with the added luxuries of modern amenities. I just traveled on the River Cloud from Amsterdam to Basel for one glorious week. Sitting in luxury on the deck of this beautiful river yacht and swathed in a cozy blue rug. Watching the vineyards, castles and sixteenth century villages of the Rhine, I drift slowly by. Young, helpful staff at the ready to bring any refreshment

Belize Epiphany

2009-07-06T09:27:00.001-05:00

Usually when we decide to go on a vacation it means traveling to a place we have always wanted to go. It may also mean luxuriating on a beautiful beach, exploring great museums or discovering hidden corners of famous cities. Hopefully for most of us traveling will always be a new experience by meeting some new people, experiencing a new culture and in turn, sharing a bit about yours along the

AFRICA

2009-06-29T10:38:00.024-05:00

For three weeks in the summer of 2007, my family and I were transported to a world away - East Africa. Our journey began in Nairobi at the lovely Nairobi Serena Hotel. I booked our African adventure with Big Five Tours & Expeditions, who design custom, luxury travel. They lived up to their fabulous reputation with outstanding, knowledgeable guides and wonderful lodging. In Kenya, our itinerary

PROVENCE

2009-06-22T12:09:00.000-05:00

When I think of Provence, this beautiful region of France, I envision rolling hills covered with vineyards, fields of lavender, olive groves and wild thyme. I think of a slow pace of life and Sunday brunch with friends at a sidewalk café in a small village tucked on the side of a mountain. Like Cezanne and Van Gogh, once you visit this spectacular region of France

Happy in Hawaii

2009-06-18T15:16:00.006-05:00

The day my clients arrived in Hawaii at Mauna Lani Bay Hotel they e-mailed me to say they had been upgraded to ocean front bungalows which are the crème de la crème of this luxury hotel. The two families, each with two young children and very sophisticated travelers, were booked into the very nice two bedroom villas but the upgrade to the bungalows took their breath away. Although used to very

Spa Getaway with Canyon Ranch

2009-06-16T10:08:00.017-05:00

When booking Canyon Ranch through Travel 100 Group you can receive the following amenities: $150 Spa, sport or Integrative Wellness service Credit per Person per Stay for individual travel; group discounts get 8 friends together and 9th person stays free! Lucky girlI just got back from an amazing spa getaway to Massachusetts!! Thank you to Gilia from Travel 100 Group for this most generous and

Small-Ship Adventure Cruises

2009-06-11T12:03:00.010-05:00

Some of our cruisers at Travel 100 Group are not about the buffet, island hopping or the sun bathing they are looking more for active outdoor nature adventures. Below we have listed 4 amazing cruise adventures to wet your appetite for the wild! The ships cater to 500 passengers or less, which allows them to slip into shallow waters and stay alongside rugged coastlines. The beauty of this type of

Cruise Offer with T100G

2009-06-04T09:06:00.018-05:00

14-night South America Cruise sailing from Guayaquil to Santiago.If you love the idea of sailing on a small ship and are interested in exploring the natural and archaeological worlds along the coast of Peru, join me on the Prince Albert II sailing from Guayaquil, Ecuador to Santiago, Peru.Carrying only 132 guests, the Prince Albert II is a purpose-built expedition ship unlike any other. Designed

Asian Impressions: Bali, Java and Eastern Orient Express

2009-05-27T09:40:00.017-05:00

Our Asia trip began on the Indonesian island of Bali, a wonderful, mystical, and spiritually refreshing place. We stayed at the Amandari Hotel in Ubud, an area considered to be the cultural center of the island. Situated on a cliff overlooking the river, this lovely hotel was built to blend into the surrounding village and countryside. To sum it up: “assuming that God has perfect taste, Amandari