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Wherever you ’ re going — and however you want to get there — AMA Travel counsellors offer a wealth of money- , time- and sanity-saving tips
Melanie Wilson
Mexico specialist
Cancun and the Mayan Riviera offer some of the best beaches and calmest waters in Mexico . You can also visit the ruins in Chichen Itza and eco parks such as Xel-Há or Xcaret . Off the beaten path , I recommend taking a ferry to Isla Mujeres . Rent a golf cart to tour around the island ’ s cobblestone streets , which are filled with quaint eateries and shops .
ashley reid
Disney specialist
A Character Dining experience is a unique way to make a Disney memory . You get to enjoy a great meal and really interact with the characters : They come around to each table and take photos , sign autograph books and answer kids ’ questions . I had clients who went to a breakfast where Captain Hook and Peter Pan showed up . An impromptu sword fight broke out in the middle of the dining room ! leona Manna
Cruise specialist
Advise your travel counsellor if you have any medical conditions that might require special care on board a cruise . For example , if you have diabetes , a cruise line can provide a mini fridge in the cabin for storing insulin . Ships have doctors and staff who can treat most illnesses , but if a patient can ’ t be treated on board , they ’ ll be evacuated to the nearest medical facility . Always purchase travel medical insurance that includes air-ambulance transportation .
CrysTal PaJUnen
AMA Travel specialist
For an unforgettable Arctic Circle experience , book your very own glass igloo at Finland ’ s Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort . Your bedroom is also your frontrow seat for viewing the northern lights — or you can go Aurora hunting via ski , snowmobile or reindeer-pulled sleigh . Peak viewing season runs from late August to the end of April .
liZ BerGin
AMA Travel specialist
Consider booking lounge access at transportation hubs that offer such spaces . That way you ’ ll have a place to rest prior to your flight ( or train departure ), plus food so you don ’ t have to purchase it on board . In some cases you ’ ll also get priority access through security , helping to make your boarding process more seamlessly efficient .
traveller review : alex Tye Calgary
“ A real time saver ”
we ’ ve been working with Fatima laeeq in Calgary for several years now . it ’ s been excellent and a real timesaver . Since she knows us quite well now , in terms of our travel style and how we like trips organized , she ’ s got a head start when we phone her to talk about our next adventure . During our travels , we also know we can get in touch with aMa via email or phone if needed . it ’ s nice to have someone there to help — when you travel , anything can happen !
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