Please email me to book: lauren@thatblondetravels.com. Let me know preferred dates, Rosewood property, and room type you are looking at for fastest response.

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ROSEWOOD HOTELS

Booking dates: November 26 - December 3 (Rosewood Elite - me!)
Travel By dates: November 29, 2024 - August 31, 2025
Blackout dates: Property specific blackout dates apply

Save 30% off Best Available Rates, plus Rosewood Elite benefits, immersing oneself in the unique cultures and adventures each destination has to offer.

Rosewood Elite Perks:

Daily Breakfast for 2
Resort Credit
Early check-in/late check-out *based on availability
Upgrade on arrival *based on availability

Rosewood Elite bookings begin Tuesday, November 26, 2024 and end Tuesday, December 3, 2024, with public sale opening on November 29, 2024.

Please email me to book: lauren@thatblondetravels.com. Let me know preferred cruise, dates, and room type you are looking at for fastest response.

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EXPLORA JOURNEYS

Booking dates: November 13 - December 4 (Me only through November 20th)
Travel By dates: November 20, 2024 and April 9, 2026
Blackout dates: *see below for exclusions

Book with Explora Journeys before 4 December 2024 to benefit from savings of up to 50% on your journey fare and pay a reduced deposit of only 5%.

Feel like you are on your own private yacht with an array of inclusive experiences. Sail in unparalleled elegance in your home-away-from-home. Enjoy unforgettable culinary creations and indulge in ocean-inspired wellness as you visit celebrated and lesser-travelled destinations on a journey to the Ocean State of Mind.

This limited time offer is available for journey reservations made between 13 November to 4 December 2024. Combinable with select offers. Book with me to get your extra onboard credit!

Please email me to book: lauren@thatblondetravels.com. Let me know preferred cruise, dates, and room type you are looking at for fastest response.

Blackout dates: *Select Journeys are excluded from this promotion including but not limited to:

EXPLORA II 13 May 2025 13 night journey from Barcelona to Monte Carlo  
EXPLORA II 13 May 2025 20 night journey Barcelona round trip  
EXPLORA II 20 May 2025   7 night journey Civitavecchia (Rome) round trip  
EXPLORA II 21 May 2025   5 night journey in Monte Carlo   
EXPLORA II 21 May 2025 12 night journey from Monte Carlo to Barcelona

Terms & Conditions: The offer is for new bookings only and applies to the journey fare only and is not applicable to any pre / post-journey hotels and transfers, destination experiences or onboard paid experiences.  The offer is combinable with the Journey Together, Journey Together Gathering, Journeys for Solo Travellers, Additional Guests and Younger Travellers (3rd and 4th guest fares), Consortia Amenities, American Express CPP benefits, Event Offer and Onboard Booking benefits.  It is not combinable with any FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO fares, any other offer or reduced fare programs.  Offer may be withdrawn at any time.

Quark Expeditions Black Friday Sale!

The Explorers Black Friday sale offers up to 50% off on Antarctic 2024/2025 and Arctic 2025 voyages, allowing your guests to explore with the best expedition team in the Polar Regions—by ship, helicopter, Zodiac and kayak.  

The sale will run from Monday, November 18th, 2024, to Monday, December 2nd, 2024.     

Save 50%  

1.Epic Antarctica: Crossing the Circle via Falklands and South Georgia  
Duration: 23 days  
Ship: Ultramarine  
Dates: Dec. 16, 2024 to Jan. 7, 2025  
Please note only Explorer Suites are available at 50% on this voyage.  

2. South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari  
Duration: 18 days  
Ship: World Explorer 
Dates: Jan. 6 - 23, 2025  

3. Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway  
Duration: 10 days  
Dates:   

May 31- June 9, 2025 on Ocean Explorer  
June 17 - June 26, 2025 on Ultramarine  

4. Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights  
Duration: 11 days  
Ship: Ocean Explorer  
Dates:  Aug. 26 - Sept. 5. 2025   

5. Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen  
Duration: 14 days  
Ship: Ultramarine  
Dates: April 29 - May 12, 2025  

Save 40% 

1. Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent  
   Duration: 11 days  
   Ship: World Explorer  
   Dates: Feb. 18-28, 2025   

2. Crossing the Circle Southern: Southern Expedition  
   Duration: 14 days  
   Dates:  

1. Feb. 7 -20, 2025 on Ultramarine  

2. March 1-14, 2025 on Ultramarine 

3. March 4-17, 2025 on Ocean Explorer 

3. South Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula: Penguin Safari  
   Duration: 18 days  
   Ship: Ocean Explorer 
   Dates: Feb. 16 - March 5,2025  

4.  Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway  
   Duration: 10 or 12 days  
   Dates:   

1. Aug. 3 - Aug. 14, 2025 on Ocean Explorer  

2. May 11 - 20, 2025 on Ultramarine  

3. May 24 - June 2, 2025 on Ultramarine  

4. June 9 - June 18, 2025 on Ultramarine 

5. Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights  
   Duration: 11 days  
   Ship: Ocean Explorer  
   Dates:  Sept. 4 - 14, 2025     

6. Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland  
   Duration: 13 days  
   Ship: Ultramarine   
   Date: July 7 - 19, 2025  

7. South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic  
   Duration:  13 days   
   Ship: Ultramarine 
   Dates: July 29 - Aug. 10, 2025 

Terms and Conditions:  

Offer valid for new bookings from November 18th, 2024, to December 2nd, 2024, on select voyages in the Antarctic 2024-2025 and Arctic 2025 seasons. Applicable to all cabin types on all voyages except for the Epic Antarctica voyage where the offer is only applicable on the explorer suite category; cabin is based on availability at time of booking. Must provide full name to hold cabin space, 48 hour holds only. Bookings made after the promotion period do not qualify for the savings. Not combinable with any other promotions, except for shipboard credits only where applicable. Not applicable to transfer packages, adventure options, additional hotel accommodations, pre/post tours, insurance, flights, or group bookings. Quark Expeditions has the right to limit, change, or discontinue promotion at any time without notice. No cash value. Name changes are not allowed. If Quark Expeditions cancels the voyage, Quark Expeditions will offer a future travel credit or cash refund for the amount paid. A voyage for voyage match for a future date will not be honored. The 15-day free cancellation period does not apply to this offer. 

Please email me to book: lauren@thatblondetravels.com. Let me know preferred dates, Auberge property, and room type you are looking at for fastest response.

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AUBERGE HOTELS

Booking dates: November 12 - December 9
Travel By dates: November 2024 - December 2025
Blackout dates: Property specific blackout dates apply

Promotion varies by property: 25-35% off

Auberge VIP Perks:

Daily Breakfast for 2
Resort Credit
Early check-in/late check-out *based on availability
Upgrade on arrival *based on availability

Auberge VIP bookings begin Tuesday, November 12, 2024 and end Tuesday, December 9, 2024.

Please email me to book: lauren@thatblondetravels.com. Let me know preferred dates, Auberge property, and room type you are looking at for fastest response.

Please email me to book: lauren@thatblondetravels.com. Let me know preferred dates and what deal you are looking at for fastest response. For any questions, please send me an email. This is a short compilation and I have other deals so please check! :)

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Auberge, inn at mattie’s tavern: Auberge Friends & Family Sale

Booking dates: November 12 - December 6
Travel By dates: November 12, 2024 - April 30, 2025
Blackout dates: varied

Tiered discounts across room categories
25% off standard rooms
30% off one-bedroom cottages
35% off two-bedroom cottage**
**2-night minimum LOS for 2-Bdrms

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Bishop's Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection

Booking dates: November 12 - December 2
Travel By dates: November 12, 2024 - December 18, 2025
Blackout dates: December 29 - 31, 2024

30% off with a 2 night minimum length of stay.

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The Lanesborough London

Booking dates: November 8 - March 2025
Travel By dates: November 8, 2024-May 2025
Blackout dates: Christmas Eve, Day & NYE

25% across All Rooms & Suites
Pearl Partner Guaranteed Upgrade at time of booking will also apply & will be extended up to Grosvenor Suite (Normally till Junior Suite)

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Corinthia London

Booking dates: November 29 - December 6
Travel By dates: November 30, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Blackout dates: December 31, 2024; 2025: 14 to 16 February, 15 June to 15 July, 10 October to 20 October and 31 December

Guaranteed upgrade on bookings made between 29th November to 6th December.

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Seabourn CRUISES

Booking dates: November 13 - December 3
Travel By dates: All dates open
Blackout dates: NA

Two Category Veranda Suite Upgrade
15% Reduced Deposit

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CONRAD PUNTA DE MITA

Booking dates: November 8 - December 6
Travel By dates: November 8, 2024-October 31, 2025
Blackout dates: varied
Restrictions: 3 Night Minimum; Subject To Availability

Embark on a journey to Mexico’s breathtaking Riviera Nayarit and indulge in the epitome of opulence at Conrad Punta de Mita. We’re thrilled to unveil an extraordinary opportunity for discerning travelers like you, offering an unmatched 40% discount on accommodations for your next escape.

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Maroma, A Belmond Hotel in Riviera Maya

Booking dates: Now - December 31
Travel By dates: Based on availability
Blackout dates: Blackout dates apply including festive

Stay A Little Longer - 4th Night Free (+ VIP amenities)

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NIZUC Resort & Spa

Booking dates: November 28 - December 2
Travel By dates: January 6 - December 18, 2025
Blackout dates: This offer applies to new reservations only and cannot be combined with other promotions. It is valid across all room categories except for the NIZUC Villa and Presidential Villa. Minimum Length of Stay (MLOS): 3 nights. Blackout Dates: Presidents' Week: February 14-17, April 12-18, Thanksgiving: November 26-28

Up to 45% off plus an exclusive add-on value: a complimentary room upgrade at the time of booking!

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Booking dates: November 15 - November 30
Travel By dates: January 6 - December 18, 2025
Blackout dates: select sailings; Not combinable with Covert offers

$1000 per suite credit

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Azamara Cruises

Booking dates: November 19 - December 4, 2024
Select Voyages Only

Up to $4,000 Off combinable with up to $750 onboard credit!

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promos posting at a later date

Auberge Hotels - posting November 12th

Explora Journeys - posting November 13th

Rosewood Hotels - posting November 18th

Quark Expeditions - posting November 18th

Shore Club and The Palms Turks and Caicos - posting November 29th

Hi guys! I actually get this question a ton as Italy is one of my top selling destinations. I figured I would highlight some of my most requested itineraries below to help you get a jump start on figuring out where you want to go on your next trip to Italy. There are so many amazing places in Italy that it can be very hard to narrow down where you want to go but hopefully these will give you a good starting point. If you are ready to start planning your Italy vacation, please feel out my contact form and we can get started! Happy planning!

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ITALY ITINERARIES

Recommended 10-Night Northern Italy Itinerary:

Arrive Venice (2 nights)

Portovenere (1 night)

Florence (4 nights)

Rome (3 nights)

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Total nights: 10

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Recommended 12-Night Northern Italy Itinerary:

Arrive Venice (2 nights)

Lake Como (4 nights)

Portovenere (1 night)

Florence (3 nights)

Rome (2 nights)

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Total nights: 12

**If this one feels too rushed, I would recommend adding a night to Rome and one to Florence if you can.

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Recommended 12-Night Highlights of Italy:

Arrive Venice (2 nights)

Florence (3 nights)

Amalfi Coast (5 nights)

Rome (2 nights)

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Total nights: 12

**If this one feels too rushed, I would recommend adding a night to Rome and one to Florence if you can.

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So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable Italian adventure! Contact me to get started today!

Written by: Lauren Pijut

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www.thatblondetravels.com

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The holidays are the perfect time to curl up under a blanket with a festive book and cup of hot chocolate. Today, I'm going to share my favorite holiday book authors.

The first is a series by Elin Hilderbrand called 'The Winter Series'- there are a total of four books in this collection. It follows the same family, owners of a charming bed and breakfast, through four Christmases on Nantucket. You may laugh and cry, but you won't be disappointed!

Her new winter novels are part of the Paradise Series, set in the Bahamas, the second one just came out this October. I have read the first book in this series and must say I prefer the ones set in Nantucket so far. It's hard to get in the holiday mood when it's taking place at the beach, at least for this mid-western gal!

One Day in December was a Reese Book Club x Hello Sunshine Book Club Pick last year. I devoured this book- it is basically a Hallmark Movie. So if you are into the cheesy romantics- this one is for you!

I haven't read read books by Mary Kay Andrews or Nancy Thayer, but I know they release new holiday reads every year!

Is there a book or author that gets you in the spirit?! Comment Below!!

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Disclaimer: This Holiday Reading List contains Affiliate Links for products I’m currently using. By using these links you won’t pay any additional fees but support me to keep this site running!

** will continue to update this while all the sales are coming out so stay tunned! **

PLEASANT HOLIDAYS DEALS:

• ASIA | THAILAND

  • Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok | Stay 4/Pay 3. Valid for travel through 10/01/2020.

• CARIBBEAN | DOMINICAN REBUBLIC

  • Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana | Up to 50% Off room rate and room upgrade* In select room categories PLUS Limitless Resort Credit! Book 11/25/19 - 12/3/19 for travel 11/25/19 - 12/20/20. *Room upgrade valid for travel through 12/21/19.

  • Majestic Mirage Punta Cana | Up to 55% Off! Book by 11/30/19 for travel 12/24/19 - 12/23/20.

• CARIBBEAN | JAMAICA

  • Couples Negril | 7th Night FREE PLUS $250 Resort Credid. Book 11/26/19 - 12/2/19 for travel 4/16/20 - 12/24/20.

• COSTA RICA | GUANACASTE

  • Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Costa Rica | Kids stay FREE! Book by 12/9/19 for select travel through 12/23/20.

  • The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal | Up to 43% Off! Bookings made by 11/30/19 for travel 1/2/20 - 4/30/20.

• EUROPE | PARIS

  • Hotel Napoleon Champs Elysees Paris | 20% Off. Valid for travel through 3/29/19.

• EUROPE | FLORENCE, ITALY

  • Hotel Brunelleschi | Stay 3/Pay 2. Valid for travel 1/10/20-2/29/20

• HAWAII | MAUI

  • Grand Wailea | Up to 50% Off, and receive a $15 resort credit per person per day (based on double occupancy) and 15% Off spa services. Valid for ravel through 12/24/20.

• HAWAII | OAHU

  • Moana Surfridger, A Westin Resort & Spa | Up to 50% Off, and receive daily Beach Club access for two and 15% Off spa services. Valid for travel through 1/2/21.

• MEXICO | CANCUN

  • Paradisus Cancun | Up to 45% Off and receive up to $1500 in resort coupons PLUS kids 12 & younger stay FREE*. Book 11/25/19-12/4/19 for travel 11/25/19 - 12/22/20. *Kids FREE promotion does not apply to travel 12/22/19 - 12/31/19 and 1/1//20 - 4/17/20; resort credit does not apply to travel 12/23/19 - 1/2/20.

• MEXICO | RIVIERA MAYA

  • The Fives Beach Resort & Residences | Up to 60% Off! Book by 12/5/19 for travel through 12/20/20.

• TAHITI | BORA BORA

  • Le Meridien Bora Bora | Up to 40% Off and receive dialy breakfast with a min 3-night stay. Book by 11/30/19 for travel 12/1/19 - 2/29/20.

• TAHITI | TAHAA

  • Le Taha’a Island Resort & Spa | Up to 30% Off and receive daily breakfast and dinner with min 3-night stay. Valid for travel through 12/19/19 and 1/6/20 - 4/30/20.

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Check back in the next few days for Black Friday Sales and Cyber Monday deals!