Important Forms & Waivers

Important Forms & Waivers

We are thrilled that you are ready to book a new vacation with us! Even if you are a longtime client of ours (thank you very much), you may need to update a credit card or upload your renewed Read more

Should You Take a World Cruise?

Should You Take a World Cruise?

For many travelers, a world cruise sits quietly on the bucket list. It is one of those ideas that sounds extraordinary, yet somehow distant, like something reserved for “someday.”

But every year, a small group of travelers decides that Read more

Kelly’s Packing Strategy has a few Surprises

Kelly’s Packing Strategy has a few Surprises

Owning a travel agency means we travel a LOT.  We travel with clients, escorting groups around the world.  We travel to gain knowledge on new products, destinations, and to learn about different routes and methods of transport. Read more

Elevate Your Voyage: A Guide to Cruise Suite Perks

Elevate Your Voyage: A Guide to Cruise Suite Perks

Upgrading to a suite on a cruise is a game-changer for your vacation experience. It’s not just about having more space; it’s about the exclusive perks and premium amenities that take your journey to the next level. Below are Read more

Zephalto’s Low carbon flight to the stratosphere

Zephalto’s Low carbon flight to the stratosphere

Experience the Overview Effect and feel the extraordinary emotion that only 600 astronauts have felt so far. By observing, as they did, the curvature of the Earth from space, you will live an overwhelming experience that transcends humanity and Read more

Real ID Requirement to fly beginning May 7th, 2025

Real ID Requirement to fly beginning May 7th, 2025

Do you have the proper driver’s license?You need the gold star to TRAVEL by air…even domestically inside of the USA.

Starting May 7th, 2025 a REAL ID will be required to fly domestically or you will have to Read more

Relais and Villa Collection

Relais and Villa Collection

MGA Travel maintains a carefully curated collection of Relais (a type of inn) and Private Villas that we have personally visited and recommend. We have personal relationships with the owners and access to special rates and amenities.

This very Read more

Top 5 steaks in the world (cuts of beef)

Top 5 steaks in the world (cuts of beef)

In the author’s opinion, here are the best cuts of beef you can find traveling the world.

1) Bistecca Fiorentina (Italy) [Pictured from https://www.instagram.com/osteriadaluca/ ] (and I just had a great one with today’s lunch in Florence at https://www.facebook.com/CantinadePucci Read more

An Update on Our River Cruise Partnerships

An Update on Our River Cruise Partnerships

Dear Valued Clients,

We hope this message finds you well and excited about your upcoming travel adventures. At MGA Travel, your peace of mind and satisfaction with your travel experiences are our top priorities. We want to address recent Read more

Cruising – What are “guaranteed” cabins?

Cruising – What are “guaranteed” cabins?

UPDATE: It is important to be aware of the downsides of booking a guaranteed cabin: one of these is the risk of being bumped from an overbooked cruise. While not extremely common, it is a possibility. Anecdotal reports of Read more

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