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Hope in the midst of suffering… I ran across that quote on a billboard when driving last week, and it seemed to resonate for me once I got through questioning how those two words made sense in the same sentence. Hope and suffering, two simple words, each with its own meaning, but when used together […]

The year that wasn’t “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory.” — Dr. Seuss   That Dr. Seuss quote really resonated for me this year. As most of you have learned, some of my fondest memories of my father, and newfound respect for him, had not really […]

Mourn the past and start reinventing THE FUTURE   It has been more than eight months since our world was introduced to Covid-19 and our lives began to change in ways we never could have imagined. For many of us in the beginning, we chose peace over panic, faith over fear, and always believed that […]

How to Build Luxury Small Group Departures Costa Rica – Wonders of Costa Rica See the Itinerary for this Departure Dispatch from Alida Paljevic, IWorld of Travel Destination Specialist  A few months ago when I started speaking with Mr. Michael Gelber, the CEO of IWorld of Travel, about coming onboard and joining the team, we […]

  Your word is one thing you have that can’t be taken away from you   By this point, I hope it has become apparent that transparency, follow through, and transition do not scare me. They are, I believe, essential to success. In a world where good intentions have become irrelevant compared to actual actions, […]

Eighteen and elephants. Don’t laugh, but this became a driving force behind the next stage of rebuilding our company. I can’t emphasize enough how valuable it is to have a sense of purpose that is meaningful to you. I have been in sales most of my life, and in any sales position there is always […]

My father lived that mantra every day; with his partners, employees, suppliers, travel advisors, and travel agencies. I remember traveling with him from an early age, and no matter where in the world we went, we were never alone. We would always feel the love, whether visiting local partners for coffee, lunch, or dinner at […]

As I shared last week, when I first embarked on taking over my father’s company after his passing, it was somewhat overwhelming, and quite frankly daunting. The idea of trying to rebuild a company on the brink of closure, restoring its reputation, and protecting my father’s legacy that took 50 years to establish, was almost […]

If you think you can, or if you think you can’t–you’re right. – Henry Ford Hello, A year after my father passed away, my sister and I had to deal with the reality that the company he had spent his lifetime building was on the brink of shutting down. There was no question what we […]

You didn’t come this far, to only come this far… and neither have we. Hello, If you know our 53-year history and have been watching our global relaunch over the last three years, then you know we are a company driven by passion and grit, with a team that just won’t quit. But just as […]

“Going to Japan was a dream come true for me.Over the years, I have sent many clients to these placesand I was thrilled to finally be able to experiencethe country and its treasures for myself.“ –Becky Wong, IWorld of Travel Senior Executive Destination SpecialistBwong@iworldoftravel.com   Going to Japan was a dream come true for me. […]

After a long flight from NY and a long layover in Johannesburg, I boarded a small plane to Maun, Botswana and finally arrived at the luxurious Maun Lodge for a highly anticipated overnight. The hotel has an excellent restaurant where I was able to try a favorite local dish known as Seswaa. Maun is a bustling frontier town on […]

A Nuts-and-bolts look behind the scenes of our bookings Dispatch from Melanie Segnorile, IWorld of Travel Destination Expert I custom-designed a trip to Havana, Cuba for three travelers in December. The trip was to take place in less than a week from the time I received the booking inquiry from their travel advisor. It was […]

“My heart skipped a beat when the elephant came into view,then began to pound as she lumbered across the dusty roadand smashed into a tree, crushing it.” –Penelope Dackis, IWorld of Travel Copy Writer https://youtu.be/KxwY2KwFQps Our first “Ellie” sighting of the day, and my very first in the wild! Pure joy! After scores of impala […]

A message from the CEO: Every year at IWorld of Travel is a journey, and this year was certainly no different. We continued to expect more of ourselves, so we could do more for you. Our tagline, Expect more. Do More is a simple message with a deep meaning. Over the past 52 years, Travel […]

Joyce Staver Destination CoordinatorCertified Wellness Advisor jstaver@iworldoftravel.com First impressions can stay with you a lifetime and my first day in Nepal will be forever etched in my mind. My #memoriesbeyond moment came about by chance…or was it meant to be? Wandering around Kathmandu, the centuries-old capital, I got lost trying to get back to the […]

Travel memories are feelings that come to mind at unexpected moments, stirred by our senses—a taste, touch, scent, sound, or visual. The taste of ceviche triggers memories of Peru; touching fluffy sheepskin rugs conjures Scotland; the scent of jasmine awakens recollections of morning walks in Israel; the sound of Mariachi transports us to Mexico, just […]

A little taste of heaven, salsa and rhythm. Discover Cali, a warm and balmy city that will dazzle you with its celebratory spirit, its colorful streets, world class salsa. Cali is a warm and revitalizing place. Palm trees dot its colorful streets and its people are always in the mood to party. Cali is known for […]

In an effort to prioritize the preservation of our environment,  the Tanzanian government has taken an important measure to ban single-use plastic bags

Majete Wildlife Reserve is situated in the south-western part of Malawi and is an incredible success story representing the rebirth of a dwindling wildlife reserve.

Kelly Swift Chief Operating Officer/Global Marketing kswift@iworldoftravel.com When I travel, I search for unexpected moments. I like to step out of the ‘postcards’ of my destination and into the surprise of the great unknown.

It’s shopping season! And we’re in the middle of a cold, dreary winter. So where is the best place to shop under the sun? After doing a little research, I discovered GUAM!

Malawi is a country rich with historic and cultural markers, and UNESCO (The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has officially recognized two sites within Malawi as having worldwide cultural significance, with many other sites listed as tentative UNESCO World Heritage sites.

  Happy Holiday from IWorld of Travel CEO Michael Gelber and family.

Carla, is our star blogger/traveler who visited Israel for a lightning three-day trip, visiting Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Masada and the Dead Sea.

The Mapuche Culture in Southern Chile You can choose to sit on a double-decker bus and listen to a random guide repeat scripted dialogue through a crackling sound system, OR you can submerge yourself into the culture, meet and become friends with indigenous locals who share their experiences of their land and their history with passion. Which do you prefer? For me, […]

If you love the outdoors then you will love Araucania in southern Chile. Famous for the Sierra Nevada and the active Llaima volcano, Reserva Nacional Malalcahuello has a network of trails and includes glacial valleys, araucaria tree forests and lakes such as Conguillío. It has a great variety of fauna, such as the small and rare pudu deer. […]

A message from the CEO: I look back at our company’s achievements over the past 51 years with tremendous pride, and I look forward with great optimism for what the future holds. I am gratified that, under my father’s leadership, so many people were devoted to creating “memories beyond” moments for travelers. We have seen […]

Today we explored the seaside city of Valparaiso. We were really able to soak up the essence of local life as we walked along the harbor and hillside neighborhoods. I loved the bohemian culture, mosaics, murals, and colorful houses. We took a boat tour around the bay where we were greeted by the Chilean Navy […]

Headed into Chile’s famous wine region, Casablanca. The climate and geography in this region of Chile is ideal for growing grapes that later produce some of the finest wine in the world. Our first visit was to Veramonte Wines, a pioneer in Casablanca Valley for their organic growing methods. No pesticides are used in the […]

Joining me for #expeditionchili2018 are representatives from Germany, Portugal, Spain, Australia, China, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Peru, Paraguay, Ecuador, and Colombia. We have the privilege of embarking upon an epic adventure to discover some of the most fascinating places Chile has to offer. Chile is a South American country occupying a long and narrow […]

IWorld of Travel is committed to developing the strongest partnerships with destinations around the world so that we can provide unique experiences for our clients. We call these experiences #memoriesbeyond. We are honored to be invited to join The Ministry of Tourism and Sernatur for Expedition Chile 2018. I will personally participate in the expedition […]

We are finally ending up in Delhi, another magical city. You can really discover both the old and new Delhi, visit the Parliament House, and the strong British influence in Embassy Row. The stunning Old Delhi is a must see – with all its little streets, shops, and spice markets. Make sure to go early to avoid overcrowded streets! The hand-painted ceiling and walls of the Digambar Jain Temple were […]

When you first wake up in Guam, you open your eyes to a tropical wonderland. After shaking off your slumber and verifying you aren’t dreaming, you check your phone to confirm where you are: a blinking blue dot in the Pacific, nearly 4,000 miles away from Hawaii and a mere 900 miles north of the […]

Pauline Deschenes is a destination expert with IWorld of Travel. She is currently attending a convention in India to explore opportunities to develop the best tour programs that create #memoriesbeyond. It was another beautiful day here in India. We were on the road for four hours from Lucknow to Agra which offered us a closer look at […]

Pauline Deschenes is a destination expert with IWorld of Travel. She is currently attending a convention in India to explore opportunities to develop the best tour programs that create #memoriesbeyond. Greetings from India! Arrival Lucknow – reminds me of an airport in Vietnam 20 years ago – cows just outside to welcome you City is […]

Guam & Japan – an LGBTQ Adventure Leave it to PrideWorld, an IWorld of Travel Company, to bring you the perfect combination of a well known LGBTQ destination like Japan and an emerging destination – Guam! Guam, “The Jewel of Micronesia” has a rapidly developing community including a Pride parade and celebration (if you’re traveling […]

Argentina can be a beautiful, diverse and awe inspiring travel destination. Here are just a few highlights to enjoy on your travels: Mar del Plata Buenos Aires is a city of jaw-dropping beauty. In lots of ways, you will feel as though you have magically been transported to Vienna. The European impression is overwhelming. The city […]

Lisbon, perhaps, is one of the most exciting places to visit while embarking on any exciting European tours. Here, we nibble at a few of the exciting landmarks and iconic places to tick of while on your tour of Lisbon. From breathtaking jagged cliffs and pleasant sands to its jaunty and colorful trams, your Lisbon travel […]

Without debate, India remains one of the most enigmatic, spiritual and colourful destinations to visit. You’ll see chaos and peace wrangling side by side. Wealth and poverty side by side. And all your senses will be treated, wined and dined in a way that most other destinations simply cannot offer. Four Major Cities & Landmarks […]

“YOU CANNOT ADD MORE MINUTES TO THE DAY, BUT YOU CAN UTILIZE EACH ONE TO THE FULLEST.” — Menachem Mendel Schneerson That quote comes from a friend of my father whom I have come to find out, he greatly admired. In one of his wallets, there was a picture of a Rabbi and laminated cards […]