Author Archives: TravelWithResi

Ah…Jamaica! Always a welcoming destination. The Ocean Coral Spring is a fairly new resort. It opened in December 2019, and then had to close in March of 2020. It is now open! It’s approximately 40 minutes from Montego Bay airport. The beautiful views along the way easily distract you from getting bored with the drive.Continue reading “Ocean Coral Spring”

So, you’ve just taken a trip out of the country. On arrival back to Canada, you are currently required to quarantine at home, or somewhere without other people for 14 days. This sounds like a lot, but here are some ways that might make this task a little easier. Step 1: Before you travel:Do notContinue reading “The 14 day quarantine”

Travel has always been so important to me, as it is to many others. Getting away from it all has never seemed more powerful than now. The Velas Vallarta has been in my radar for some time. To actually go and experience it, was a game changer. This resort was outstanding. From the moment youContinue reading “A Week in Paradise!”

I’ve never been to Mexico in September. The warm weather trips are usually reserved for January or February. This trip proved to be everything and more! After several months of restricted travel, it was nice to get out again. Flying, and navigating airports is easy. Having a smart phone at your disposal can speed thingsContinue reading “Ah Mexico!”

I’ve been to Greece twice. The first trip was focused on Athens, followed by a seven night cruise to visit Mykonos, Crete, Patmos, Kusadasi (Turkey), and finally Santorini. All of the islands and Kusadasi have so much history to offer. Flying into Athens is the best place to start. Taking the time to see theContinue reading “Take me back to Greece!”

I have to say, I love this place! January 9-16, 2020 was my fourth year in a row to the Azul Ixtapa Grand. The resort just gets better and better all the time. Our group of 26 all enjoyed this week and managed to get in a variety of excursions and relaxation. 7 days goesContinue reading “Ixtapa 2020”

This was actually my first time in Cabo San Lucas. Years ago, I had spent part of a day here while on a Mexican Riviera cruise. We spent a week at the RIU Palace Baja California this time. This resort is directly on the beach and also allows access to the RIU Santa Fe andContinue reading “Cabo San Lucas”

What does a travel agent do when they aren’t able to travel for a while? They dream about places to go, and live vicariously through clients that are booking their trips! When I was finally more mobile and able to do something, I took a road trip to Montana. Total driving time to our destinationContinue reading “Road Trip!”

This is the biggest cruise ship to ever visit Vancouver! The Bliss can accommodate about 4200 passengers. They have sailed to Alaska all summer and are able to make this stop on Sunday September 30. The ship will have to wait to depart until 1:30am, the following day in order to fit under the LionsContinue reading “Norwegian Bliss”