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Susan is passionate about travel. She owns a travel agency which evolved from a 20+ year career as a professional travel counselor. When not traveling to exciting destinations abroad she plays tourist at home visiting entertaining events and attractions throughout Portland. Check with her to learn about the coolest events in the area!


 
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Share the Joy, Adventure, Memories &
the Bond of Travel

During these difficult times many are reevaluating what is truly important to them. Being something of a free spirit I’ve always known I need a challenging, enjoyable job, time with family and friends, and the ability to travel.
We remember things that impact us emotionally so travel is an incredible value. 
Think about the things you always remember, to some degree:
·         Family time

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·         School events
·         Friends, both good and bad
·         Pets
·         Adventures
·         Weddings
·         Deaths
·         Celebrations
·         Travel
Initially purchases give us pleasure but fade quickly. I don’t enjoy shopping yet I accumulate items that I don’t recall ever purchasing.
I travel; perhaps more than the average person. Those who hear about my trips either relate to it as travelers themselves or they proclaim that they love to travel but can’t afford it. 
I have an internal chuckle at many of these proclamations since those who can’t afford to travel oftentimes have several gigantic television sets, the newest electronics, a yearly new car, constantly updated furniture, expensive clothes, quality jewelry, weekly gardeners, fulltime housekeepers, and many other things that cost a lot of money.
My house is okay, but nothing fancy. I shop at discount stores that sell designer clothes.  My television is an unremarkable 22 inches, my stereo works well even at 25 years old, I clean my own house and mow my own grass. 
I choose to do without those goodies and, instead I travel with my children and friends.
It’s a gift that tightens our bonds and lasts through a lifetime of memories.
 

Now is the Perfect Time to Purchase Your Trip! Incredible Deals on Travel are Everywhere!

  Dramatic reductions on all types of travel are available:
  • Cruises starting at $129
  • Resorts offering up to 75% discounts
  • Vacation packages Hawaii, Vegas
  • Luxury Travel at the best value ever
A spectacular bonus, for the first time in two decades, the EURO is down against the US DOLLAR.  Currently you save about 25 percent on everything you buy in Europe. The last time I visited in July I paid about 46 percent more on everything I purchased. I guess I’ll have to go back now that my money goes further.
 
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Family Reunion Cruise is a pleasurable way to reconnect and bond with family members.  
Share a cooking class.  Play volleyball in the pool.  Enjoy elaborate meals with impeccable service.
Free amenities are available for reunion groups and, with a qualifying group size; a complimentary stateroom can be yours!
Cruises to raise money forCharity are available. For each booked stateroom money is donated to the nonprofit charity of your choice.
Participate in a group cruise with people who the activity you most enjoy like quilting, music, cooking, hiking and any other activity you can imagine. I’ve been surprised by the different types of groups who populate cruises.
Utilize a local travel agent to do all the work and help you spread the word about your special cruise. Usually travel agents get better rates and special amenities. Plus you have an ally should you encounter an unpredictable situation.
 With all of the amazing deals it's the perfect time to share pleasant times, garner good memories and save money while doing-so.  Travel is my favorite gift!
 
Author: Susan Knudsen
Susan Knudsen is an Examiner from Portland. You can see Susan's articles on Susan's Home Page.
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Susan is passionate about travel. She owns a travel agency which evolved from a 20+ year career as a professional travel counselor. When not traveling to exciting destinations abroad she plays tourist at home visiting entertaining events and attractions throughout Portland. Check with her to learn about the coolest events in the area!
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