Author Archives: Ourisman Travel
Kenya: Giraffe Manor Review
Located in the suburbs of Nairobi, Giraffe Manor is a perfect spot to either launch or wrap up your East African safari. This small, boutique guest house offers a unique residential experience. Built in the 1930s, the manor is full … finish reading Kenya: Giraffe Manor Review
Posted in Africa/Safari, Hotel Reviews
Tagged Adventure Travel, family destination, Hotel, hotel review, Kenya
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Luxury Mobile Tented Safari
Kenya Safari Part 2: Read the first post in the Kenya Safari series here. If Giraffe Manor and Mount Kenya Safari club can be labeled as a “soft” safari, then the Abercrombie & Kent mobile tented camp is the exact … finish reading Luxury Mobile Tented Safari
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Tagged A&K, Adventure Travel, Africa/Safari, Kenya, Lewa
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A “Soft” Safari
This morning, we are packing up and heading to the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy for 2 days of mobile camping. Out there, very little will separate us from the wild. But so far, Our itinerary has been what I would call … finish reading A “Soft” Safari
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Africa/Safari, Family Travel, Kenya
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My Fall Travel Plans
This blog post is coming to you from my ocean view balcony at the Ritz-Carlton San Juan. I’m spending 5 nights on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico visiting the St. Regis Bahia Beach as well as the Ritz-Carlton. I … finish reading My Fall Travel Plans
Posted in Travel Industry and Ourisman Travel
Tagged A&K, Abercrombie and Kent, Africa, Caribbean, Kenya, Nairobi, Puerto Rico, Ritz-Carlton, San Juan, South Africa, Turks + Caicos
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Impression of Virtuoso Week 2012
Virtuoso Travel Week is an awe-inspiring event from the logistics of scheduling some 350 4-minute meetings per person, to hosting 3,900 attendees for a gourmet dinner, to attending a 5am breakfast and still finding the energy for drinks with a … finish reading Impression of Virtuoso Week 2012
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Tagged Francis Ford Coppola, Luxury Travel News, Mexico, Micato, Sally Hogshead, Virtuoso, Virtuoso Week
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A Photo Tour of Four Seasons Costa Rica
Back in May, I was so fortunate to do a site visit of the Four Seasons Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo. The hotel did a great job of making sure that I experienced every aspect, facility and amenity during my … finish reading A Photo Tour of Four Seasons Costa Rica
Posted in Costa Rica, Hotel Reviews
Tagged Adventure Travel, Central America, Costa Rica, family destination, Four Seasons, golf, Hotel, hotel review, Latin America, pictures
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Cruise the Amazon and Get FREE International Airfare
One of our Virtuoso tour suppliers for Amazonian Cruises has just announced an exclusive opportunity for Brownell clients. Book an Amazon Voyage for August 24, September 7, 14, or 21 and get free airfare on LAN Airlines from Miami to … finish reading Cruise the Amazon and Get FREE International Airfare
Posted in Promotional Specials, Trip Ideas
Tagged Adventure Travel, Amazon, Cruises, ecotourism, South America
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Meadowood: Summer Camp for the Whole Family
Today’s families are gravitating toward something a bit more sophisticated for their family getaways. They want a greater variety of activities and they look for a higher level of polish and comfort. With a healthy dose of sophistication injected into … finish reading Meadowood: Summer Camp for the Whole Family
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Tagged California, croquet, family destination, golf, hiking, Hotel, Meadowood, Napa Valley, romantic destination, St. Helena, west coast vacations, Wine
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A 3-star Michelin Experience
My taste buds were so overwhelmed with the amazing flavors of this meal that I’ve been a bit tongue tied; I haven’t been able to put words to the experience to a point where I felt like I’ve done it … finish reading A 3-star Michelin Experience
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Tagged California, Napa Valley, restaurants, west coast vacations, Wine
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Travel Trend: California Road Trips
Driving the PCH (Pacific Coastal Highway) has been a popular vacation idea for decades, and it is no secret that this is one of the most scenic roads in the country. Couples have been hopping into convertibles destined for Romantic … finish reading Travel Trend: California Road Trips
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Tagged California, driving vacations, west coast vacations
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