Join us on Oceania in August, 2026 or select one of their cruises to fit your schedule. The newest ships are the Vista and the Allura. Less than 1300 people, not a mega ship.
Contact us for detailed information at sue@travelchangeslife.com
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure for your whole family, and no worries for you. US based or international, we can help you.
Viking offers river, ocean, and expedition cruises. I'll help you find the best fit for you. Contact us for Viking details at sue@travelchangeslife.com or book a time to talk with us here: https://calendly.com/sue-travelchangeslife.
Explora's 3 ships are mega-yacht sized, with large and beautiful staterooms, fine cuisine, and personalized service. Their pricing is excellent for what they offer, too. Join us for our Dubai and Oman adventure in January of 2027 or browse for what attracts your attention. Their winter Caribbean sailings are very nice!
National Geographic/Lindblad tours are for you if you want to really learn about the world. Excellent guides and enjoyable adventures for curious couples, solos, and families looking to adventure together. Worldwide destinations to rivers, oceans, and land. Contact me to find out more.
Tampa to New Orleans, Progreso, and Cozumel
I love a day to explore the restaurants and parks in New Orleans. This Margaritaville at Sea mid-priced cruise is on the Islander, their largest ship (but not TOO large). Sail from Tampa and visit The Big Easy for a day, have a few sea days for total relaxation, and enjoy Progreso and Cozumel before returning back to Tampa. For day to day details and pricing please click below.
June 29 - July 8, 2026
Imagine ten days immersed in some of the most breathtaking landscapes in North America. I'm talking about soaring peaks, emerald lakes, glaciers, and historic railways.
This journey combines luxury rail travel aboard the legendary Rocky Mountaineer (GoldLeaf Service) with iconic mountain resorts and unforgettable sightseeing across Alberta and British Columbia.
Highlights of this Grand Adventure include:
• GoldLeaf Service on the Rocky Mountaineer. which means panoramic bi-level glass-dome coaches, gourmet meals prepared onboard, and outdoor vestibules for fresh-air viewing
• A scenic motorcoach journey from Calgary to Lake Louise, including the Banff Gondola and a cruise on Lake Minnewanka
• Two nights at the legendary Fairmont Château Lake Louise, surrounded by glacier-fed waters and alpine peaks
• A full rail day from Lake Louise to Kamloops, watching the landscape transform from towering Rockies to dramatic interior canyons
• A second rail journey from Kamloops to Jasper, passing Mount Robson, Moose Lake, and waterfalls along the Continental Divide
• A stay at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, set on pristine Lac Beauvert inside Jasper National Park
• A half-day Jasper sightseeing tour with the Jasper SkyTram
• One of the world’s most scenic drives — the Icefields Parkway — including the Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, and a ride onto the Athabasca Glacier
• Time to relax and explore Banff, staying steps from town with rooftop hot pools
• A seamless return transfer back to Calgary
This journey is ideal for travelers who want spectacular scenery without unpacking every night, who appreciate fine service, and who want to experience the Canadian Rockies at their most dramatic — early summer, when lakes glow turquoise and wildlife is active.
This trip WILL sell out. Please contact sue@travelchangeslife.com for current pricing. You can also book a time with Sue here: https://calendly.com/sue-travelchangeslife.
Scotland Sept 2027
Book now for special group pricing into our September, 2027 Globus group to Scotland. Dates are September 2 to 11, 2027. This trip begins in Edinburgh and goes all around Scotland, ending in Glasgow. We are taking deposits now and currently have 6 spots left. Solo travelers and couples are welcome. Please go to this link to get pricing and details: suepainter.com/Scotland2027
Contact Sue at sue@travelchangeslife.com or
I'm Sue Painter, your guide in the vast world of travel. With footprints on all seven continents and over 100 countries, I bring to the table an unparalleled first-hand experience and solid understanding of global destinations. I know the good, the bad, and the ugly from personal experience. I promise I will give you the pros and cons and help you plan a trip you will look forward to and remember.
I can help you sort out where to go that you will enjoy, from beaches to far-flung places, to the world's great cities and rivers. We have a pulse on the experiences that you will talk about for years to come, with trusted contacts. You don't have to dig for it yourself.
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