What Shapes Your World View?

Some say perception is everything and our perceptions are shaped by our experiences. Our experiences create how we feel about the world.  I love being an American (it has it perks) however I am not a fan of our busy fast paced culture. At times it feels as though we are so busy that as a society we take a lot of things for granted and expect the world to be just as life is here in the states. As an American I find that when I travel and speak with people from around the world there is a perception that Americans are arrogant and ignorant.  Unfortunately and honestly speaking I would have to agree that is true for a certain portion of our population. Americans are nice people for the most part however it feels as though we take our way of life for granted and we don’t realize the realities of the rest of the world. I notice this often when having conversation with other Americans when I am home and more so when I travel abroad especially when traveling to so called “third world countries”.  If we choose to get all of our news from CNN, Fox, MSNBC etc. and depend on government to tell us everything we need to know instead of choosing to become active and informed citizens this shows we take our way of life for granted.

The Americans who share my point of view are fellow travelers and or people who study other cultures and personally know people who live in other countries. In America we don’t get as much time off to vacation from our busy lifestyle as compared to other countries. Travel has to be on your radar in order to make the most of time off to actually plan and vacation somewhere outside of your normal surroundings. Anyone who grew up as an Army brat has an idea of what I mean.  A part of their life was traveling with their parents which exposed them to lots of different people with different beliefs and ways of life. Not all of these chances to interact with other people are always abroad there are lots of places here in the states where it’s a bit of a melting pot and traveling to have new experiences is not always a passport issue. New York, Florida and California just to name a few has an abundance of different people from all over the world. Also Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Hawaii are great destinations that don’t require a passport these places will get you in touch with other cultures. 

Traveling doesn't have to be really expensive. If you plan it in advance and you review all of your options you can find really great deals. Also if you need some help The Odyssey Goddess herself is here to assist.

For me traveling allows me to be exposed to things outside of my norm and opens my mind to new adventures and lifestyles. As a socially, culturally and eco conscious American I care about what we do to our planet, how we interact with each other and how the rest of the world feels about my country and its inhabitants. I find it very interesting and informative to watch the news in another country to listen to the difference in perspective on how America is viewed and how others feel about the things going on in our world.   We are all here together and borders should not impact how we relate to each other in the world which is why I am a strong travel advocate. The more I travel I see how amazing the world and people are. I become more accepting, open minded and my appreciation for what I have in life grows.  My hope is that more people get to explore and use traveling not just a means to get away but as a chance to expand our world view.

Odyssey Goddess Travel Club

Odyssey Goddess Travel Club Membership

Start making travel plans with as little as $50 per month with an Odyssey Goddess Travel Club Membership. Each membership has a personal travel account. Use your account balance at any time to book travel accommodations, products or services offered by The Odyssey Goddess Inc.

Contribution Amounts: $50, $100 or $150 per month (plus 4% processing fee) increase or decrease your contributions at any time ($15 administrative fee may apply)

Membership Fee: $149 for new customers or $99 for existing customers.

This fee can be paid upfront so you can start building your account right away or it can be stretch out over the first few months of contributions.  Sign up with your friends and family and get 20% group discount for 6 or more people

“Travel opened my mind and changed my life.  Now I want to share it with you “

You don’t have to know exactly where you want to go. We can figure it out together ~ Tara Fisher, The Odyssey Goddess

In addition to the personal travel accounts the travel club membership includes a host of travel inspiration:

·         Monthly newsletter – Destination highlights, lifestyle, travel tourism, culture , recipes and product/service updates

·         Odyssey Goddess Radio – this show will have travel and lifestyle information as well as interviews and music. Available via podcast

·         Quarterly Odyssey Adventures – each season there will be travel options with group rates for selected destination.  You can decide to travel alone or with a companion. Great opportunity to meet new people. These options will be posted a year in advance so you can make plans and decide how you want to use your personal travel account.

·         Travel planner – Our travel planner can create a package unique to your needs for any occasion

·         Quarterly travel account statements – Every quarter you will receive an account balance update.

No refunds for the travel club since the idea is we want you to travel.   

In the event that you cancel your membership your balance is available up to 6 months after cancellation. This means you have up to 6 months to plan a vacation even if that vacation is scheduled a year in advance.

Explore the world one odyssey at a time ~Odyssey Goddess

4 Nights in SEN City

SENsational Las Vegas

4 nights in Vegas $525 per person (2 people)* or 4 nights in Vegas $425 per person (3-4 people)*

Our balcony studio condo, adjacent to The Palms Casino via the private Skytube Entrance, has luxurious linens, complete compact kitchen, and a full balcony that has a fabulous view of the Vegas Strip. (other rooms do not have a balcony or the Strip view so request a Strip view balcony when booking) Simon Restaurant, and room service is available 24/7. An intimate bar, the Rojo Lounge, is located on the first floor.

Also in house is a full service Health Spa, featuring the co-ed Hamman steam room, workout area, and separate men's and women's Jacuzzi and dressing facilities. There is also a quieter private pool area complete with cocktail and food service. Palms Place is modern, comfortable and just the place to retreat when you're ready to regroup. But if you're ready for casino action and nightlife, The Palms Casino is right next door.

In an exclusive guard gated luxury resort located in the heart of the Las Vegas strip. Services include a 24-hour concierge, pool, spa, hi-tech fitness room, complimentary valet service, high speed internet and Wi-Fi access inside the suite and throughout the resort. This unit features a one bedroom suite with a complete kitchen, 2 full baths and measures approx. 950 square feet.

Sleep in the plush pillow-top king bed, soak away in a jetted bath tub or take in the magnificent mountain, city and partial strip views from the private balcony. Exquisite bathrooms feature marble and granite throughout, a flat screen TV and a two-person Jacuzzi whirlpool tub. Full kitchen includes state-of-the-art kitchen appliances and everything you need to prepare your meals. The unit also includes a Queen sized pull out bed in the living room, 2 LCD flat-screen HDTV's, a dining and living area, high-speed Wi-Fi internet access and an iPod docking station.

Guests have access to all of the MGM Grand amenities including the pools and world-renowned restaurants. You will also have access to the private pools, lounge, casino, nightclubs restaurant, and fitness center. There is even a Starbucks and Cafe right on site!

1 Bedroom signature Suite @ one of two 5 star luxury resort condo (based on availability)

4 nights in Vegas $525 per person (2 people)* or 4 nights in Vegas $425 per person (3-4 people)*

Payment plan available. $150 deposit (non-refundable) per person required to lock in your selected travel dates

*Hotel accommodations only.  

The Odyssey Goddess Inc. can also assist with your flight accommodations.

Travel Planning Policy

For questions or further details email or call us

804-399-2453 or info@odysseygoddess.org

7 Nights in Cancun

7 Nights in Cancun

$600.00 per person for a group of 4-6 people. This package includes lodging accommodation and round-trip ground transportation to villa. The Odyssey Goddess, Inc. can also assist with airline accommodations and excursions. Traveling made convenient and affordable. Payment plan available.

 This two bedroom beachfront Villa can easily accommodate a family or party of 6. The Villa is complete with flat screen TV's w/DVD in the living room and both bedrooms and is decorated throughout with custom artwork, furnishings and window treatments to create a truly unique and beautiful living space. Villa features a fully equipped kitchen with gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker and all necessary utensils, dishes and flatware for both entertaining and everyday use. A small bar with professional grade blender is included for you to entertain in style!  

The Villa also includes free internet, free international calls (optional & subject to avail.), free bottled water w/hot-cold dispenser, multiple head showers in both bathrooms and much, much more. Villa is fully air conditioned with ceiling fans throughout. It is a few short steps from the complex pools and beach. The master bedroom has two queen size beds and the guest bedroom has another queen bed and its own private full bath.

$600.00 per person for a group of 4-6 people.

Payment plan available $200 deposit (non refundable) per person.

Travel Planning Policy

Full Name

Email us  info@odysseygoddess.org or call us at 804-399-2453

Travel Planning Policy

All references stated below as “planner” are referring to The Odyssey Goddess Inc. and all reference to the “client” or “person” are referring to any person/individual or group that is paying or promises to pay  for a booking or package (travel accommodations).

Booking Confirmation

Confirmation states that you have reviewed the details and you intend to purchase this package, it is not an agreement to pay for the package.

Deposit

The deposit is an agreement to pay for the package. All deposit are non-refundable. Deposits are transferable to another package within 180 days after cancellation of an original booking. Deposits are not transferable to another person. In order to qualify for a transfer of deposit your cancellation must be considered timely or you forfeit the transfer.

Destination Changes

If for any reason the destination or accommodations should be changed after the confirmation of the package by the client(s), there will be a Destination Change Fee added. This fee will be a minimum of $150.00 per booking and will be determined based on the details of the package.

Flights

All flights included in the packages offered by “planner” are non-refundable flights unless otherwise stated. Once a flight is booked the” planner “is no longer responsible for any changes to said flight. The airline must be notified directly and their policies must be followed.

Cancellation

Cancellations 60 days prior to the travel date as defined in the “package” are refundable minus the deposit and the amount for any flights that have been purchased. Refunds will be made as soon as commercially possible but may take up to 45 days from the refund request depending on the type of accommodations included in the booking.

  

Security Deposits          

Any security deposit paid by the “planner” on behalf of the “client” is refundable to the “planner”.  The client is required to sign a rental agreement which holds the “client” responsible for any damages by the “client” (or “client” guest) to the property while the “client” is on the premises.

Damages or Injuries

The “planner” is not liable and is held harmless for any damages or injuries not limited to but including litigation or attorney's fees claimed by the “client” as a result of travel accommodations.

By purchasing and or making a deposit on a booking/package with the “planner” the “client” acknowledges and agrees to this policy.

The Odyssey Goddess, Inc.
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