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Just like the various condiments take a hamburger from boring to awesome, the same is said for your next cruise! No, we're not talking about ketchup and mustard! We are talking about Specialty Restaurants and Shore Excursions!Today's episode is all about enhancing your overall cruise experience with the addition of a night or two spent dining in one of your cruise ship's specialty restaurants and reserving your place on an unforgettable shore excursion. But it wasn't good enough for me to just tell you about them, I wanted to really show you just how meaningful these 2 additions are.Come along as I take you inside Carnival Cruise Line's Fahrenheit Steakhouse where I dined with my all-time favorite client on a 7-night Caribbean cruise. Get ready to walk with me through the Puerto Rico Rainforest during what would be the best shore excursion of my life! And as always, be inspired to step outside and start living and enjoying life like it was meant to be!*DON'T FORGET THE LINKS!Kevin Lowe can be reached by visiting:https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comYou can Follow Kevin Lowe's travel agency, Better Days Travel:FB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelIG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Prepare to cruise like you have never cruised before! I'm going to show you what it's like to go on a cruise from my point of view - From the view of someone who is completely blind!Today's episode is the 4th in our 5 part series on All Things Cruising. And I've decided to try my best at showing you what the experience is like when you can't see. People often ask me, "Why would you go on a cruise when you can't see?" And as crazy as this question may sound, people just don't know what they don't know.My hope is that this episode will help to open their eyes to just how much there is to life, to the world, and in this situation cruising than just what the eye can see.*IMPORTANT LINKS:Please feel free to reach out to Kevin or follow him on social media.Website: https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comOnline Calendar: https://calendly.com/kevin_loweFB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelIG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Celebrity Cruises sets the standard for modern luxury cruising by their innovative approach at making the destination experience even more immersive, starting right on board. It's not enough to just see the world... Travelers today want to be fully immersed in the destinations and cultures of the world. Celebrity Cruises understands this. Matter of fact, they excel at this!Prepare to be taken around the world - from the Galapagos to Alaska, the Mediterranean to the Caribbean. Celebrity Cruises lets you see the world in a way far different than you have ever seen it before!*To take advantage of the Special Offer presented at the end of the episode you will want to contact the host and owner of Better Days Travel, Kevin Lowe.Kevin's Contact Info.:E: [email protected]: https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comP: (386) 795-2702*Schedule a Complimentary Vacation Consultation Call:https://calendly.com/kevin_loweFollow Kevin's travel agency, Better Days Travel both on FB and IG:FB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelIG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Receive a Backstage Pass to a part of the world few will ever see. It's the world as it should be... Raw and untamed, beautiful and luxurious. UnCruise Adventures has found a way to break away from the masses and tap into the World like no other.UnCruise Adventures excels in the realm of small ship adventure cruising. With a passenger capacity well under 100 people on their largest ship and itineraries that have you face-to-face with wildlife instead of people it's as if Uncruise was social distancing before it was even a thing.UnCruise Adventures has found a way to expertly pair a sense of adventure with a desire for luxury indulgences. They have also made a way for people of all ages and abilities to get off the ship and to step into the world like they have never experienced before.Come along as I explore the world from the perspective of UnCruise Adventures! A Special thank you goes out to Julie Quarry, Business Development Director, Strategic Accounts with UnCruise Adventures for being my guest in today's episode.*IMPORTANT LINKS:Follow UnCruise Adventures:FaceBook: https://facebook.com/uncruiseYouTube: https://youtube.com/uncruiseInstagram: https://instagram.com/uncruise**Don't forget to schedule your complimentary vacation planning session with Kevin if you'd like to discuss an UnCruise for yourself!CLICK HERE: https://calendly.com/kevin_loweFollow Kevin and Better Days Travel:Website: https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comFaceBook: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelInstagram: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

We are kicking off a series devoted to all things cruising with a trip down the world's rivers with none other than AmaWaterways. This family owned, award winning river cruise line takes the river cruise experience to another level of luxury.Whether sailing on the rivers of Europe during one of their Christmas Markets river cruises or flowing through the heart of Africa on the Zambezi River AmaWaterways will be sure that you check-off item after item on your Bucket List.Pull up a chair and listen in as I speak with a member of the AmaWaterways team, Kathy Brock, all about the magical moments that are to be had while sailing with such a tremendous cruise line. If you don't remember anything else from today's episode, do at least remember Kathy's favorite quote from Buddha, "The trouble is, you think you have time".Make today be the moment that you stop putting off your dreams and instead start living and enjoying life like it was meant to be.*If interested in learning more be sure to reach out to your favorite travel advisor, or if you don't have a favorite then by all means set up a time to talk with the host, Kevin Lowe.Schedule a Complimentary Vacation Planning Session with Kevin Lowe by visiting: https://calendly.com/kevin_loweOr visit the website for Better Days Travel to learn more:https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comFollow Kevin both on Facebook and Instagram @BetterDaysTravel:FB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelIG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Hot off of a trip to Cancun, Mexico Mark Murphy talks openly about his experience traveling. From a delayed flight due to a couple of non-compliant mask wearing passengers to the cleanest he's ever seen the Cancun airport to absolutely pristine resorts Mark urges people to stop listening to the fear driven media and get back traveling again!This would be mark Murphy's second time appearing on the podcast and based on the wealth of information the guy possesses and his take no prisoners approach to talking about current affairs I don't expect this to be the last time either. Mark is the founder of travAlliancemedia, the leading travel trade media company in the United States. But even after selling the company Mark continues to be the go-to source for "what's happening in the world of travel" as he is a familiar face on major TV networks like FOX News, CNN, The Today Show, ABC, CBS, and of course now, The Lowe Down on Life and Travel!*LINKS MENTIONED:Follow Mark Murphy @MurphyTravelsOn FB: https://facebook.com/murphytravelsOn IG: https://instagram.com/murphytravelsFollow the host, Kevin Lowe @BetterDaysTravelWebsite: https://BetterDaysTravel.comOn FB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelOn IG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Brenda Llamas is a Soldier turned Travel Agent turned Marketing/ Business Strategist. Following 24 years in the United States Army Brenda would find herself opening her own travel agency specializing in luxury honeymoons. This career change was sparked after being forced to plan her own destination wedding and honeymoon while deployed in Baghdad, Iraq after not being able to find a travel agent to help her. It didn't take long however for the skills acquired in the Army to shine through as Brenda found herself helping and mentoring other fellow travel agents.This is what would lead to the creation of her company, Market Your Thing, where she helps travel agents create thriving recession-proof businesses. And somehow I was lucky enough to get to have this amazing woman on my podcast! Come along as we dive-deep and get real on life and travel with Brenda Llamas!*DON'T FORGET THE LINKS:Brenda Llamas with Market Your ThingWebsite: https://marketyourthing.comJoin her Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/marketingTA/Kevin Lowe, Host and Travel AdvisorWebsite: https://BetterDaysTravel.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelInstagram: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Come along as I take you with me to the island of Jamaica! Traveling to this picturesque Caribbean island with a small group of fellow travel advisors gave me the chance to experience this incredible destination for myself.I share my totally unbiased review of our resort, Moon Palace Jamaica Grand, plus dive into the way in which I "see" a resort verses how someone sighted sees the same thing. I also share with you the most incredible moment of the trip as I rode a chairlift up to the top of Mystic Mountain. My hope is that you'll come away not only wanting to travel to Jamaica, but also realizing that there is so much more to a destination than just what the eye can see.*Don't forget the ever important links!Mentioned Episode: https://bit.ly/2DtrEDnSign Up for Kevin's weekly newsletter for even more into life and travel... You'll find a sign-up form right there on the home page: https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comFollow Kevin on Facebook and Instagram for a daily dose of travel inspiration @BetterDaysTravelFB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelIG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Saying goodbye to her home in California Tee McNeill set off on what would become a continuous trip around the world. Tee McNeill, the owner of McNeill Luxury Travel shares her story of living out of a suitcase as a digital nomad. Living for a few months in one corner of the world before moving on to another Tee finds a deep sense of belonging in each place she visits. Tee also credits her nomadic lifestyle to the life-changing trips she is able to curate for her clients.But that’s not all that makes Tee McNeill so interesting! Have you ever heard of Forest Bathing? Tee gives us a look inside this profoundly moving practice of connecting ourselves with nature. As a travel entrepreneur, digital nomad, history geek, travel blogger, and friend I could think of no better person to be a guest on the podcast! DON'T FORGET THE LINKS! Contact Info for Tee McNeill with McNeill Luxury Travel:Visit:https://www.mcneillluxurytravel.com/Follow:FB: https://www.facebook.com/mcneillluxurytravelIG: http://www.instagram.com/mcneillluxurytravel/Contact Info. for the host, Kevin Lowe:Visit:https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comFollow:FB: https://www.facebook.com/betterdaystravelIG: https://www.instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

This episode may very well leave you questioning everything you've ever been taught. What you thought was impossible, something that only happened in the movies, I'm about to show you just how real it actually is! Come along as I take you full-circle – From the moment I became blind to nearly 14 years later learning to see again, just in a different way. Prepare to discover 3 important life lessons all packed into this single episode:You can never imagine how someone you meet is going to impact the rest of your life.Don’t let yourself be limited by what the world tells you is true.The impact that experiencing a place like a local can have is life changing.A special thank you goes out to World Access for the Blind and to my instructor and friend, Brian Bushway for opening my eyes to what is possible in the world! Don’t forget to join The Lowe Down on Life and Travel Insiders private Facebook Group!https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelowedowninsiders And don’t forget to Follow Kevin Lowe on FB and IG!https://facebook.com/betterdaystravel https://instagram.com/betterdaystravel Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

What is it about Africa that puts it at the top of so many people's bucket lists? This is exactly the question that this episode answers. I sit down with the Founder and CEO (Chief Experience Officer), Sandy Salle of Hills of Africa Travel to gain a better understanding of the life-changing power Africa has on its visitors. Let us discover together the magical moments that await at every turn.Be sure to follow Hills of Africa Travel on Facebook for plenty of travel inspiration:https://www.facebook.com/hillsofafricaOr to learn more about the amazing trips Hills of Africa Travel is able to curate visit:http://www.hillsofafrica.com/Don't forget to reach out to your favorite travel advisor for help with your trip to Africa and beyond. Don't have one? Well, below is my contact information - I'd love to help bring your dream trip to life.Schedule a Complimentary Vacation Planning Session with Kevin Lowe:https://calendly.com/kevin_lowe/vacationplanningsessionVisit Kevin's travel agency:https://www.betterdaystravel.comA bit more about our guest:A native of Zimbabwe, Sandy Salle was born and raised in southern Africa and was fortunate to travel to many places in the southern part of the continent. While she is now happily an American citizen, she does miss Africa—the smell of the first rains, the beautiful sunsets, and the magic of the people. Believing the next best thing to living in Africa is sharing it with others, in 2002, Sandy founded Hills of Africa travel. Sandy is Hills of Africa’s personal escort and takes great pride in giving her clients the once-in-a-lifetime, magical African experience they’ll remember forever.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Many people visit Yellowstone National Park every year, but that's in fact the problem. You never want to visit a place like this, you want to EXPERIENCE it! And no one gives you this opportunity quite like Austin Adventures.I sat down with the President of Austin Adventures, Kasey Morrissey, to talk about the absolutely incredible vacation opportunities that await at Yellowstone as part of one of Austin Adventures guided trips.Austin Adventures is a small group adventure travel company that specializes in once-in-a-lifetime vacations made for the entire family. They are an award-winning, family owned business that has been recognized as being one of the best when it comes to hiking, biking, and multi-sport tours around the world. But today, it's all about Yellowstone!IMPORTANT LINKS:Follow Austin Adventures...https://www.facebook.com/AustinAdv/Schedule a time to talk with Kevin Lowe about your own Yellowstone Adventure!https://calendly.com/kevin_loweDon't Forget to Join our Private Group on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelowedowninsidersSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Sometimes you just have to be willing to throw Political Correctness out the door. You have to not be afraid to offend your mother, brother, sister, or the neighbor next door. You've just got to say what you've got to say. And that pretty much sums up my conversation with none other than Mark Murphy himself! Mark Murphy is a well-known name in the travel industry. He is the founder of travAlliancemedia, the leading travel trade media company in the United States. He is a best-selling author with his two books: Travel Unscripted and Travel Forward. Plus Mark is a familiar face on major television networks and news stations including: The Today Show, CNN, FOX News, NBC, CBS, ABC, and The Travel Channel. I had the chance to catch up with Mark while he was vacationing in Colorado. Sitting outside of a Starbuck's Mark spoke openly about everything from his view on the state of travel in the midst of the Coronavirus to his dislike for face masks to even rehashing an old story of him sending me a shattered coffee mug. What makes this conversation with Mark Murphy so great, is the fact that the guy is absolutely hysterical! If you're game for a brutally honest conversation about life and travel, then go ahead and hit PLAY!Links Mentioned:Become an Insider! Join The Lowe Down on Life and Travel Insiders Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/thelowedowninsidersFollow Mark Murphy @MurphyTravels:FB: https://facebook.com/murphytravelsIG: https://instagram.com/murphytravelsFollow Kevin Lowe @BetterDaysTravel:FB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelIG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Rocky Mountaineer is what you get when you combine the majesty of the Canadian Rockies with luxury train travel. Rocky Mountaineer, a luxury train company, aims to provide its guests with the most spectacular and unforgettable travel experiences in the world. Come aboard as Kevin Lowe sits down one-on-one with a member of the Rocky Mountaineer team to discover all that this truly moving journey has to offer.To learn more, checkout the blog Kevin wrote on Rocky Mountaineer. It can be found by visiting https://betterdaystravel.com/blogBECOME AN Insider! BE SURE TO JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP! https://facebook.com/groups/thelowedowninsidersSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

At a time when everyone is talking about social distancing I thought it made sense to talk to the people who have been social distancing before they even knew it was a thing. When you're on 550 Thousand acres in northern New Mexico the only thing you have to worry about coming too close to is a herd of bison!I had a chance to sit down with Doug Lindauer, Vice President, Sales and Marketing with Ted Turner Reserves to learn all about Vermejo, their luxury guest ranch in New Mexico. If you're game for some exciting and interesting stories paired with a look at an incredible vacation opportunity for the entire family then this is the podcast for you!To Learn More:Email: [email protected] visit: https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comFollow Kevin Lowe on FB and IG:Facebook: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelInstagram: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravelWant a Podcast of your own? Buzzsprout is who I use, because they make launching a podcast as easy as it can get! Checkout Buzzsprout for yourself using my special affiliate link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=848329Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Get an insider's glimpse into the American Queen Steamboat Company. I sit down one-on-one with Matt Macis, a Business Development Manager for American Queen Steamboat Company and Victory Cruise Line to learn as much as possible about this truly unique way of seeing America.Interested in learning more?Give Kevin's travel agency, Better Days Travel, a call: (386) 795-2702Or send an email: [email protected] Matt Macis on FB: https://facebook.com/aqscmattFollow Kevin on FB: https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelFollow Kevin on IG: https://instagram.com/betterdaystravel*Sign-Up for The Lowe Down on Life and Travel weekly eNewsletter simply by visiting: https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

In this week's episode we focus our attention on the incredible vacations that are available right here, in the USA. All too often our Bucket Lists consist of far away destinations like Africa or Australia where we can go on safari or snorkel the Great Barrier Reef. And as great as those experiences are, sometimes you just want somewhere a little closer to home. For that reason, we are going to dive into some of the very best vacations that exist within the United States! Prepare to add these top picks to your Bucket List!Visit Our Travel Agency @ https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Take your family vacation to Orlando, Florida from good to amazing with these 3 high-flying, adrenaline-pumping, memory-making experiences! A trip to Orlando's infamous I-Drive, where all of these activities are located, is the perfect addition to an already great vacation spent at Disney World, Universal Studios, or any of the other theme parks.Be sure to Sign Up for our weekly eNewsletter on our travel agency's website:https://www.BetterDaysTravel.comFollow Us:https://facebook.com/betterdaystravelhttps://instagram.com/betterdaystravelSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Listen as Kevin takes a slightly different tone with this episode, sharing his story of life bringing him to his knees. Whether related to the Coronavirus or something completely different, chances are at some point in your life you have found yourself in the midst of some really hard times. And chances are, you were beaten down so badly that feelings of worry, overwhelm, even fear took hold of your life and not only impacted right then, but also your hopes and dreams for the future.Kevin hopes by sharing his own story it may help you get through those hard times as well as helping you to not allow those negative feelings to take hold of your life.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)

Deciding now is as good of a time as ever I'm addressing the elephant in the room... How in the world am I a travel advisor when I can't see? Maybe it does seem a little unnerving to put your dream vacation in the hands of someone who is completely blind, but by the time this episode is over, don't be surprised if you're left thinking that maybe using a blind travel advisor is really the only way to go.Follow Kevin's travel agency, Better Days Travel on Facebook and Instagram @BetterDaysTravelAnd subscribe to The Lowe Down on Life and Travel eNewsletter by visiting www.BetterDaysTravel.com where you can sign up.S6RdGm8ramnYf2asnCaRSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kevinlowe)