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Reflecting on the Privilege of Able-Bodied Travel

My Eye-Opening Experience as a Temporarily Handicapped Traveler My family tells me I am comically resilient. There I was, frantically preparing for a dinner party on a sunny late-summer’s day in my Florida home. I am never one to resist an opportunity to wear heels, but after the tragedy that struck my ankle that evening, I will certainly not be thinking about shoes for a long time. As I made

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From Resolutions to Evolutions

“…New Year, New me…” As the cliché often goes: New year, New me. It’s the age-old tale of the new years’ resolution: an often-self-improvement-related decision that hits its peak in February and dwindles in May. The idea of a fresh start is enticing, so we set idealistic goals that put us up against our old habits. Specifically, the concept of a “resolution” leads us to believe that 1) there is a

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Quite the Comeback, it can be done!

I hope you are starting to feel the momentum build as we venture out a bit more. Thanks to more rapid testing and the vaccine distribution picking up speed, I am feeling more optimistic than I have in quite a while. Let me tell you why… I just returned from being on a riverboat for a cruise!  Yes, I know that may sound shocking but believe it or not, they

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Are you dreaming of a vacation Down-Under? Check out Tasmania

As an Aussie Specialist, I am obsessed with the range of climates, ecosystems, topography, and countless things to do in this incredible destination known as Australia, or “Aus” or “Oz”.  In the next several weeks, I want to take you on a tour of this stunning country and share some of my favorite recommendations along the way. You’ve seen the stunning beaches, native wildlife, and beautiful outback, and guess what, they’re all

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Come Dream With Me!

First Stop-Majestic South Africa I am so excited about this next piece of news!  I have partnered with some of my FAVORITE suppliers to bring you a series of three destinations, VIRTUALLY, in a Travel and Wine tasting event!  Yes, we will be traveling the world with the world’s most wonderful wines! If you have never been and wondered why people return again and again, please join us on Wednesday, March

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Love is in the air

Dreaming of Valentine’s Day You might not be thinking about a romantic getaway during this travel climate. But I can assure you; there is an array of socially distanced spots that are perfect for Valentine’s weekend. These are some of our favorite resorts. We love them, and we believe you’d love them too. They’re in the United States, and they are ideal for surprising that special someone. I would be

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Hi, I'm Lise-Marie

Founder of Sterling Journeys

We craft tailored vacations for travelers in search of the sublime. Whether it’s an adventure through the Australian Outback or a grand tour through classic European destinations, your escape will be highly curated, delightfully unexpected, and perfectly plotted—down to every last detail.

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