This article was published in June 2020. The COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation is fluid and travel restrictions may change frequently. Contact a travel advisor for the latest information about your travel plans before staying at hotel during COVID-19. Also see our Read More …
When should you use a travel advisor?
Yesterday, “The Points Guy” wrote about 4 scenarios when you should use a travel agent. In the article, they emphasize the same reasons we advise travelers to seek out a trusted travel advisor: A good travel agent can be a Read More …
Overwhelmed by travel options? You’re not alone!
Are you overwhelmed by travel options? You’re not alone. A recent survey concludes that travel options overwhelm 92% of leisure travelers. Fortunately, we’re here to help! Need a winter escape? Ready for a cruise? Is it time to do something Read More …
Travel planning takes too much time! We can help.
“It’s a lot of work to plan a trip,” says Google VP Oliver Heckmann in a recent Conde Nast Traveler interview, “But planning a trip is also a really complex task.” At LBL Travel, we know travel planning can be time consuming Read More …
Skytrax announces world’s top 10 airlines of 2019 and 6 of them fly from Houston
On June 18, 2019, Skytrax announced the world’s best airlines based on the results of over 21 million survey responses. Qatar Airways was ranked number one in the world for a record fifth time. No other airline has been ranked Read More …
Rules changed for cruises and “people-to-people” travel to Cuba
In a recent article published by the Houston Chronicle, LBL Travel’s Laura Carlson weighs-in on the impact of the recent changes to Cuba travel rules. The rules changed suddenly and without advance notice to travelers. Cruises are no longer allowed Read More …
Travel advisors deliver more value than booking directly
CNN reports what we already know at LBL Travel: working with a Virtuoso travel advisor gets you more! When you connect with a travel advisor you benefit through her valuable insights and industry connections — you can’t get these any Read More …
USA passport holders get new express lane at British airports and train stations
As of May 20, 2019, USA passport holders may now use the express “ePassport” lanes at major airports and train stations in the United Kingdom. This will save you a lot of time for your next trip to the UK. Read More …
Get off-the-beaten-path to find your Instagramable next cruise
In a recent article published by TravelPulse, LBL Travel’s Laura Carlson explains how to get off-the-beaten-path for you next cruise itinerary. She recommends Cuba, the Galapagos Islands, and Antarctica as among the best off-the-beaten-path cruise destinations. Have you considered traveling Read More …
Can US citizens still travel to Cuba?
Cuba travel rules have changed since this was originally posted. For the latest information based on the June 5, 2019 rule changes, please read our recent update. What happened? Cuba has been a “forbidden” destination for US citizens for decades Read More …