JESSICA JONES | DEPARTURE LOUNGE

Journey Elite Travel
DL Allegiant Stadium

Our winning team takes the field at Allegiant Stadium

Growing a Winning Team, Here and Abroad

In August, Departure Lounge celebrated 11 years in business, counted 286 advisors globally (and growing...!), found ourselves named as one of Virtuoso’s top agencies, and continues to expand a network that creates a win win win for our clients’ adventures.


We also fielded a team at Virtuoso Travel Week aka the “Super Bowl of Luxury Travel”. The weeklong event allows advisors and representatives from the industry to deepen relationships and knowledge of what’s now and what’s new in all things travel. The takeaway? Teamwork does indeed make the dream work. (For proof of those winning partnerships, see below!)

The Westbury

Sláinte! The Sidecar cocktail bar at The Westbury

An Irish blessing of a #DepartureLoungeVIP Partner

Travel + Leisure readers recently ranked this Dublin gem among their top city favorites—a sentiment we wholeheartedly share as we welcome The Westbury to the #DepartureLoungeVIP family. Perfectly positioned between Trinity College and Saint Stephen’s Green, The Westbury enjoys the Creative Quarter’s unique boutiques and the lively nightlife of Grafton Street right at its doorstep–allowing for a full immersion in Dublin’s vibrant social and cultural scene.


Prefer to stay in? Cozy up with inventive cocktails of The Sidecar cocktail bar; enjoy the 1930s glamour of WILDE—one of Dublin’s finest restaurants; breakfast and bask in Balfes’ open kitchen and outdoor terrace; or try the renowned afternoon tea at The Gallery, the height of luxury in this urban haven.

Ready to meet your travel MVP?

Regent Aston Martin | F1

Regent Seven Seas Cruises x F1 | Fast cars via the high seas

#DepartureLounge VIP Views + News

Regent Puts F1 Fans in the Driver's Seat

While the streets of Vegas now host one of the newest circuits in the world of F1, the Circuit de Monaco has defined the classic street circuit since 1929. A truly iconic event, we’re thrilled to see Regent Seven Seas Cruises make the most of it with the unveiling of two new optional Land Programs available on the Spotlight Voyage with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team.


Before the cruise, guests can embark on a journey to the historic Montjuïc track in Barcelona, featuring gourmet dining, exclusive tours, and a stunning helicopter ride over Montserrat National Park.


Or you may choose to extend your vacation with a Post-Cruise Land Program to explore Bologna’s Motor Valley, the birthplace of some legendary supercars.


Also available: an exclusive Regent Choice Shore Excursion during the call on Monte Carlo, offering a classic car driving experience along the famed Monaco street track.


The thrill of racing, complemented by world-class cuisine and exclusive tours – sounds like a podium finish when it comes to memories.

Reach out to your #DepartureLoungeXpert to find the most up-to-date offers from Regent.

Aurora Expeditions

Antarctica up close with Aurora

Spring in Antarctica with Aurora Expeditions

The arrival of spring in the Antarctic Peninsula heralds nesting penguins, seal pups, and whales. And Aurora Expeditions offers a unique opportunity timed just right to explore and experience the season with their 'Antarctic Peninsula in Depth' itinerary. Guests travel aboard a small, environmentally-responsible expedition ship with no more than 130 passengers. That allows for more time off the ship to enjoy a range of adventure activities like Zodiac cruising, hiking, snowshoeing, snorkeling, and kayaking.


The deep-dive expedition provides ample opportunities for taking in and capturing the dramatic landscapes of sea ice and icebergs, both by indelible memory and photography. Special highlights include pristine landing sites, encounters with Antarctic wildlife, and early-season whale sightings.

Book by 30 September 2024, and enjoy an Air Credit of US$2,000 per person and 20% off your journey.

Exclusive offers and elevated treatment?

Gleneagles

The best of Christmas future at Gleneagles | The warmth of winter with an old friend

Priority Access : Celebrating With Our VIP Partners

When my partners are celebrating, that gives you cause to celebrate too. From landmark occasions to significant milestones, why not join in the festivities with these #DepartureLoungeVIP Partners to multiply the joy of a shared experience–and to enjoy the additional benefits that come from booking with your #DepartureLoungeXpert.

A Very Centenary Season at Gleneagles

Whether Christmas or Twixmas or New Year’s Break, the festive season continues to celebrate this very special year at Gleneagles. Marking 100 Years of The Glorious Playground, travelers can still join in on the celebration with bespoke and bewitching events like a Centenary Afternoon Tea and the glamorous Centenary Ball. Even as the estate moves from summer to fall, the great outdoors of bonnie Scotland offer activities for everyone from the wee ones to those closer to celebrating a centenary themselves. The year closes with the estate transforming into a magical winter wonderland, with Festive Packages still available.

More cause for celebration:

  • Priority for upgrade
  • Daily breakfast for two
  • Resort credit
  • The elevated treatment that comes from booking with Departure Lounge
Explora

The warmth of a Caribbean holiday

Celebration at Sea with Explora

Celebrate with an Ocean State of Mind on a small ship cruise with Explora Journeys. Both Explora I and Explora II will be in the Caribbean, ready to welcome you onboard ships designed to feel like your own private yacht. Elaborate festivities and champagne toasts headline the holiday journeys, and every detail is crafted to unwrap a multitude of memories.

A high-value option to a hotel stay over the same period, enjoy:

  • 7 nights | Butterfly Isles & French Caribbean Chic
  • 7 nights | Ambrosial Arc of the Lesser Antilles
  • 9 nights | Sizzling New Year & Enchanted Isles
  • 8 nights | Spice Island to ABC Islands
Uniworld

The warmth of a classic holiday market

A Classic Christmas Market Cruise with Uniworld

There is something undeniably special about a European river cruise in the weeks leading up to Christmas, when your trip turns into a veritable advent calendar of travel experiences. Each day is a new present to unwrap, a new delight to behold, with a new town decked in holiday finery and a new Christmas market to explore.

I'm thrilled to share a few new sailings of the popular Rhine Holiday Markets have been added to the 2024 season–reach out today to get on board!

The Brando

The warmth of a dream come true

Call Your Own Island Home for the Holidays

The Brando stands as a luxurious, eco-friendly resort that effortlessly blends natural beauty, lavish comfort, and sustainable practices. Guests enjoy pristine beaches, crystal-clear lagoons, and overwater bungalows, all while experiencing world-class dining, spa treatments, and personalized service. Consider it a sanctuary for mind, body, and soul, where possibilities extend as far as the deep blue horizon.

Offers to optimize your stay now through 2025:

  • 5th Night free
  • 50% off flights from Papette to Brando
  • Travel 26 January–31 May 2025
  • Book by 31 May 2025

Always included: the elevated amenities and treatment extended when you book with your #DepartureLoungeXpert: priority upgrade, resort credit, daily breakfast, and more. 

Jessica Jones

Happy Travels,

Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones

Journey Elite Travel

My Virtuoso landing page is perfect for simple hotel bookings, and it offers the added benefit of exclusive amenities. When you book through my Virtuoso page, you not only get access to a seamless booking experience but also enjoy special amenities tailored to enhance your stay. If you have a hotel/location in mind, simply click on the link below to book and take advantage of these exclusive benefits.

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