2016 is the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. The USA was the first nation to create a National Park system, something every American should be proud of. And did you know Yellowstone is the world’s first National Park, so designated in 1872? The National Park Service now oversees over 400 parks, monuments, sites […]
Things to Do in Las Vegas
Cindi Brewer, Vacation Advisor in Covington’s downtown Richmond location, recently received a wonderful recap of an anniversary celebration trip to Las Vegas from clients. Their letter and photos gave such a great description of so many exciting things to do in Las Vegas, we wanted to share it with Travel Maestro readers. Warning: If you’re […]
Celebrity Cruises Shore Excursions
Celebrity Cruises shore excursions offer a collection of unique and in-depth destination experiences that are designed to engage the traveler in fun and interesting ways. Tours give guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the local culture and learn about their destination. Advantages of Celebrity Cruises Shore Excursions When you choose to purchase Celebrity Cruises […]
Everything First-Time Flyers Need to Know
I spend a lot of time telling people where to travel and why they should go there. Covington Travel’s knowledgeable travel advisors design amazing vacations and efficient business trips all over the globe on a daily basis. Travel is our profession and we are immersed in it, so it’s easy to forget that not everyone […]
9 Characteristics of Boutique Hotels
Temporary lodging for travelers has been around for millennia. The Romans offered accommodations and thermal spas to government travelers. Caravanserais provided shelter for man and beast along the famed Silk Road from Turkey to China. During the Middle Ages, monasteries provided refuge to traveling pilgrims. In 21st century travel, the hotel is ubiquitous. Styles range […]
Pro Tips for Efficient Business Travel
It’s commonly accepted that face-to-face communication is one of the most effective ways to do business. Whether you’re pitching a concept, providing a service, selling a widget or managing people, doing it in person raises your probability of success. That’s the basic tenet behind business travel. But doing business on the road has its own […]
