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All Inclusive Hotel Pricing for May 2021
Choosing where you want to go on vacation can be hard. Choosing what's also in your budget can be even harder! That's why I'm going to start a new series where I share some hotel pricing for different locations and types of vacations. As a travel agent, my job is to...
Overwater Bungalows in the Caribbean
Have you been considering an overwater bungalow for your upcoming trip, but don't have the time to make it all the way to the Maldives or Bora Bora? There are MULTIPLE options in the Caribbean that allow you that exotic feel while being a short flight away. Many...
Old Edwards Inn
Recently, my husband and I took our 1 year anniversary trip back to Old Edwards Inn, where we got married! Since we are all still in different stages of quarantine, we had a discussion about if we still felt comfortable going, but with the ability to drive from...
11 Day Croatian Itinerary
Croatia has become a VERY popular destination recently, and it's clear why! From 10 locations on the UNESCO World Heritage List to crystal clear waters, Croatia offers a wide variety of things to do. The terrain ranges from mountains and lakes to beaches and islands....
Southeast Beach Honeymoon
2020 will most likely be the year of domestic travel, and that's not a bad thing! To stay safe and closer to home, car travel will probably be preferred over air travel. There are many great hotels throughout the United States to visit! If you're looking for a weekend...
Is French Polynesia Affordable?
If you search for top honeymoon destinations, Bora Bora in French Polynesia is going to be at the top of MANY lists! The clear blue water paired with overwater bungalow makes it the perfect romantic destination. There tends to be a big factor in deciding on Bora Bora,...
Receiving a Quote
I wanted to speak a little today about the process when working with Via Banks Travel! After a few emails back and forth with some questions about your upcoming trip and your dreams for your vacation, I start working on quotes for you that fit into your ideal trip....
Benefits of a Travel Agent
There are many reasons to use a travel agent, but many people think it's only for luxury travel. While some agents specialize in luxury travel and ONLY book multi-thousand dollar vacations, here at Via Banks Travel we believe every trip is important and deserves the...
Long Weekend in Kennebunkport
Last year for my 30th birthday, I wanted to go somewhere phones weren't needed. I was looking for a cute small town where you could wander around and find things to do, but didn't need your cell phone to help you figure out how to get back to the hotel. This is very...
2 Weeks in Italy
Like many others, my upcoming trip has been cancelled. I had been planning a trip to Italy for 10+ months when my husband and I found a great Delta SkyMiles deal. It just so happened to also fall over the Easter holiday, which is my birthday this year, so we'd have...
Travel Safe – Coronavirus
First, I want to start this blog post by thanking all of those who are still working hard to combat COVID-19. From grocery store employees to healthcare workers and everyone in between, the world owes you one big THANK YOU. Many companies have had to make the hard...
Monterey, CA Golf Itinerary
I posted about my Napa Vacation here, but before we headed to Napa Valley, we started just south of San Fransisco. Pebble Beach had always been one of Billy's golf dreams, and I was so excited to make it a reality for him for his 30th birthday. Since we flew in from...
