Lorraine's 2019 Travel Recommendations

Posted by Lorraine Stobbe · Dec 10 · about Awesome Travel Stuff

Contact me at lorraine@northsouthtravel.com // 604-717-1737

As one of the Luxury Vacation Specialists at North South Travel, I wanted to share my top 3 travel recommendations for 2019.

Thinking about the Mediterranean in style? Ask me about a wine voyage with Seadream Yacht Club!

Every single wine cruise on SeaDream is a unique and personalized culinary experience, especially with a carefully crafted itineraries that immerse guests into the world of wine. With the expertise of Wine Director Martin Arentz, a SeaDream Wine Voyage it is the perfect opportunity to enhance your food & wine pairings knowledge. While cruising to the most beautiful ports in the Mediterranean and visiting world-renowned wineries, you’ll be able to come back home to friends and family with a whole new appreciation and love for wine.

On all SeaDream voyages, bar drinks and selected wine are complimentary. Wine packages by-the-glass during Winemaker’s dinner and Wine Land Adventures are offered for an additional cost. During a wine cruise, a representative from the visiting winery will be present, to host the scheduled wine tastings and the winemaker’s dinner. At minimum, SeaDream Wine Voyages feature:

  • 2 complimentary wine tastings per voyage
  • 1 Winemakers Dinner / food and wine pairing dinner per voyage
  • 2 Wine related Yachting Land Adventures* per voyage in addition to our regular selection


Stay at one of the Top Notch All Inclusive resorts in all of Mexico and the Caribbean!

Grand Velas los Cabos - All Ocean View Suites

Escape to the epitome of luxury in our stylishly appointed suites, all over 1,100 sq. ft., with ocean view and private terraces that seamlessly blend the indoors and outdoors. There's a choice of suites, depending on your needs. Explore our Ambassador Suites, with spacious living areas to relax complemented by premium stocked mini-bars. Or retreat to the Grand Class Suites where your own plunge pool is an extra touch of indulgence. Renewal awaits in the stunning Wellness Suites, with organic food and beverage amenities, fitness features and special services. And even families, have their special suites, to make for unforgettable memories.

Whichever you choose, you'll enjoy the pampering and warm service of a 24 hour personalized butler concierge.


Visiting Lisbon and looking for a luxurious add on juts one hour away? - Treat yourself!

Comporta, located in the Alentejo province of Portugal and just one-hour drive from Lisbon, is a magical, unspoiled place. This is where you find Sublime, nestled on a stunning 17-hectare estate, surrounded by undulating umbrella pines and cork trees, sand dunes, vineyards, rice fields and over 60km of pristine, white-sand beaches. The rooms and suites are in the main and guest houses, and the “Comporta Style” Villas are spread around the estate adding intimacy to each guest. The hotel iconic outdoor pool and fire-pit area is and ideal set up for a refreshing swim or gather with your family and friends for a glass of Portugal’s best wines or cocktails at sunset. The magical restaurant Sem Porta, uses local products and a seasonal cuisine, and The Food Club, Sublime's outdoor organic restaurant, offers a unique experience to 12 fortunate guests who will have direct contact with the chefs and dine under the stars with the aromas of the gardens.

Contact me directly if you would like any more information or to get planning one of these amazing trips!



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