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A List 2023 W We are proud of our professional travel advisors who orchestrate 5-star memories with clients traveling around the globe.  Industry leading advisors were recently recognized with Travel + Leisure's 21st Annual A-List and we're excited to announce our own David Lowy and Jessica Renshaw with recognition.

 

dlowy a listDavid Lowy
Travel Advisory Board / Private Travel Specialist

This private-jet expert works with high-net-worth individuals looking for experiences they didn’t know were possible, from a stay on a tropical island to the ultimate safari or Italian getaway

 

His personal relationships with the world's best hotels ensure his clients are treated like royalty, because, as he says, "you can't VIP yourself." Private Islands, jets, super yachts, around-the-world trips, luxury safaris, and top-end suites are all in a day's work. He and his team travel constantly to find new and exciting experiences. David and his team offer a "private banking for luxury travel" service, and carefully curate each trip with the utmost creativity and innovation.

jrenshaw a listJessica Renshaw
Canada Specialist

Outdoor pursuits are Renshaw’s specialty. She gets clients out horseback riding in Jasper, Alberta; biking around Vancouver; and beluga-whale watching in the high Arctic. Lately, she’s also been recommending trips to Nova Scotia, particularly the vineyards of the Annapolis Valley and the port towns of Lunenburg and Mahone Bay.

“As a result of the pandemic, a lot of Canadians used this time to travel within their own country—which I was thrilled about,” says the Canada native. “A family of three teenage children and two parents wanted adventure, but were open to the location. I have a strong relationship with a family-owned lodge in the high Canadian Arctic — so the guests were able to charter fly into this lodge up at 74 degrees north latitude. The family helped a group of scientists gather research on muskoxen–and one of the sons even received a job offer by one of the fellow guests!”

 From Jessica and David's page on TravelandLeisure.com

 

Renshaw Travel is a proud member of the industry's leading luxury travel network Virtuoso. Therefor our aim is to give our guests the opportunity to experience quality service, which is embodied in the knowledge of our travel specialists, so they eventually enjoy the luxury holiday they dreamed of. The unique aspect about the affiliation of Renshaw and Virtuoso are exclusive amenities and perks our customer receive when booking with us. Our advisors have access to the best hotels in the world! 

To demonstrate, this article serves to present you three iconic hotels that are featured in our Virtuoso network. Read on and start dreaming. 

 

Penthouse Suite Fairmont ParisFour Seasons George V in Paris

Located steps from the Champs-Elysées, with private terraces that command all Paris, lovingly restored 18th-century tapestries and a defining spirit of elegance and charm, Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris redefines luxury service in the City of Light. The eight-storey landmark 1928 building is not only home to 244 Paris luxury hotel guest rooms and suites, but also to the finest, most luxurious hotel spa in Paris - a true retreat in the vibrant heart of the city, just off the Champs-Elysées. With boasting beautiful views of the Hotel's courtyard, the three-Michelin-star restaurant Le Cinq is an exquisite dining room, dressed in grey and gold. The tablecloths, china and silver were all created specifically for this legendary Hotel. At Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris, you are also perfectly placed to immerse yourself in culture, art and commerce, all within a delightful walk.

 

The Peninsula New YorkThe Peninsula New York

The Peninsula in New York is Fifth Avenue's most glamorous address. The hotel is within walking distance of Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue shopping, excellent restaurants, historic museums and exciting Broadway theatres. The richly appointed suites feature an elegant, residential-style blended with thoughtful technology and exquisite service, offering the perfect retreat to stretch out and unwind after a hectic day. Therefor the Peninsula Suite is the ultimate premier accommodation in New York, comprising six luxurious rooms with stunning cityscape views. Dining venues combine the comfort of tradition with modern elegance for guests to experience sophisticated dining at any time of the day and the award-winning Peninsula Spa is an urban oasis high above the city. 

 

 

 

 

 

celeste lanesborough londonThe Lanesborough London

Moments from Knightsbridge, Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park, The Lanesborough is a luxuriously transformed, Regency-style grand residence. With a stunning selection of ornately designed suites and bedrooms, the hotel combines country house elegance with the vibrancy of the capital. Renowned for classically British service, The Lanesborough exudes personality, charm and heritage. Furthermore it is is clearly a landmark within the European hospitality landscape with an exceptional heritage and a strong and unique identity, fitting perfectly in our Collection of Oetker Collection Masterpiece Hotels. Unwind and feel at home in the comfortable luxury suites or dine heavenly at Michelin-starred restaurant Céleste.

 

 

For more information, contact us by email or call toll free 1 800 745 7753

Rocky-Mountaineer-View-webTraveling is about expressing your passion. To live in the moment and take on the world. What better way to do this then taking an adventure in the Great Canadian Outdoors! Rocky Mountaineer is a Train with 65 unique experiences to visit the iconic natural spots of Canada, such as the world renowned Rocky Mountains in Alberta. This adventurous journey will take you into rich natural wonders of lakes, forests and more. Immersed in majestic mountains with wildlife all around you, you will feel like you have entered the true outdoors. Not only does this rail system have the most stunning views in stops like Jasper or travelling the exhilarating Hells Gate but it can all be done in luxury style. The Goldleaf Service aboard will ensure nightly stays at deluxe accommodation, gourmet food and glass domed coaches but it's all done with exceptional Rocky-Mountaineer-Service3-webservice. Enjoying panoramic views of Yoho National Park or the Columbia Icefields will give you an experience like no other. The natural parks of Canada are filled with history and character guaranteeing you will fall in love with what you are seeing. This trip isn't complete without a stop to the well known Lake Louise, the crystal blue waters and dense West Coast forests cannot be fully captured by pictures as the relaxing and rejuvenating feeling of being there is truly a Canadian Gem.

 

To experience a trip like this, call us today at 604 733 1010 and talk to our Canadian Specialists for the trip of freedom, relaxation, and luxury.  Email us through our contact page as well.

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Of course you can plan your own vacation through the internet but what happens when flights are cancelled or other unforseen events alter your vacation?  The person who hold the keys to 'making it right' is your travel advisor.  They know the industry and the right contacts to not only create a seemless experience but to go above and beyond for you.  Checkout the 5 reasons below and see if they resonate with you!

couple-in-love1. Personalized Planning
When you collaborate with a travel advisor, your trips will be tailored to your needs, interests, and budget. Emily Howard Slater and her husband worked with an advisor on a trip to Greece. "Each place we went and stayed was different, and she considered all that," says Emily. "We ended in Santorini, and she even knew the exact room to request to maximize the view. It was a perfect trip."

2. Global Expertise And Connections
Virtuoso advisors have relationships with people around the world who can arrange experiences that make a trip truly extraordinary. Zach and Parker Morse have worked with an advisor on several trips, including their honeymoon to Africa. "When you think about the nature of a trip to Africa with all the logistics and the extraordinary amount of choices, we wanted someone who really knew what to do when you're there," says Parker.

3. Value For The Money
A Virtuoso advisor has access to the same (and often better) pricing than you can find online, and can secure special perks you can't get yourself. Elise Muhawi worked with a Virtuoso advisor on her (destination) wedding and honeymoon. Initially, price point was a concern – but as the planning began, value became the clear difference in working with an advisor. "Working with an advisor was a lifesaver," says Elise.

4. VIP Treatment
A Virtuoso travel advisor can get you exclusive access to events, private tours, and other extras. Dahlia Mannarino and her new husband woa-travel-advisor-is-a-good-guiderked with an advisor on a trip to the South Pacific. "There were just so many little things throughout, these personal touches," says Dahlia. "There would be champagne in the different rooms we checked into, courtesy of him. There were upgrades. It was a dream experience."

5. Peace Of Mind
In addition to saving you time and money, your advisor is available 24/7 before, during, and after your trip; you can relax and have fun. Carter Drewry and her husband got to the airport for a big trip. His passport was water-damaged, and he wasn't allowed to board. In tears, they reached out to their advisor. She saved the day.

 View the Virtuoso Benefits

Contact us today and we'll help you design your dream vacation 1 800 745 7753

Four-Seasons-DubaiThe latest addition to the collection of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is Dubai at Jumeirah Beach. 

Light, fresh and airy, the guest rooms and suites at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach set the tone for a sophisticated resort experience. Relax into a sanctuary blending subtle Arabic details with comfortable, contemporary furnishings in seaside colour palettes of blues and greens.

canadian rockies

The Canadian Rockies are the easternmost part of the Canadian Cordillera, the collective name for the mountains of Western Canada. there are five national parks within the Canadian Rockies, four of which make up the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. These four parks are Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho. The fifth national park, Waterton, combined with three British Columbia (BC) provincial parks, were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984 for their unique mountain landscapes.

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“Aurora borealis” and “Aurora australis”, the magical dancing lights seen above the magnetic poles of the northern and southern hemispheres, are actually collisions between charged particles from the sun that enter the earth’s atmosphere. The Canadian northern lights, “Aurora borealis”, can be best seen in the northwestern parts of Canada, specially the Yukon, Nunavut, and Northwest territories. Although the Aurora Borealis is always present at the northern pole, we can’t always see them because of daylight hours getting in the way during the summer months at such extreme latitudes. Therefore the best time to try and see this beautiful phenomenon is anytime between late August to early April when the  hours of darkness are longer. Good periods to see the lights are between late September and late March; statistically there are more Aurora display in proximity of the two equinoxes, that is around late September and late March. 

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