Hank Smart - Dream Vacations

09/08/2026

For those of you who are planning to join the Higher Ed @ Sea cruise group, see the update below.

💰 Group Registration Update:

The deadline to take advantage of our negotiated group rates has passed, but we are still accepting new reservations! Reservations are now based on the best available rate at the time of your request.

To learn more, or to register, visit: https://dreamvacations.com/hsmart/editorial/higheredatsea

09/08/2026

Alaska is not only a destination to see, but one to experience up close in ports such as Ketchikan, Klawock, Sitka and Valdez.

Aboard EXPLORA III, travel from Vancouver, Canada to Seward, United States from 30 July to 6 August 2027 on a 7-night Journey.

With carefully selected Destination Experiences, your Alaska Journey can take you beyond the coastline, from glacier landscapes and scenic wilderness to authentic encounters that bring each destination to life.

Let me help you reserve your Alaska Journey and plan the Destination Experiences that make it truly unforgettable.

09/07/2026

With so many exceptional dining venues on board, longer itineraries allow the time to savor them properly. Discover something new each evening — then return to the one that lingers in memory.​

From refined culinary artistry to relaxed al fresco moments on a private veranda, every detail is designed to delight.​

Explore the dining experiences awaiting aboard Silversea:
https://inspires.to/experiences/savor-sip-and-see-the-world-dining-lounge-experiences-vr77w3

09/07/2026

🌟 Welcome to the new way to weekend with Royal Caribbean! Experience action-packed escapes on the boldest ships, Utopia and Wonder of the Seas, and enjoy primetime fun at Perfect Day at CocoCay, voted Best Private Island! Win your weekend—contact me at [email protected] today to book your getaway! 🚢

View Sailings: https://hanksmart.com/promotion/royal-caribbean-cruises.do?c=44

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09/07/2026

Contact me if you want to meet one of South Georgia’s true locals: the king penguin 🐧

On land, they move with a stiff, regal waddle, but in the water, they transform into agile hunters and are capable of diving to depths of 300 metres in search of fish 🐟

📸: Marvin Kuhr

View Sailings: https://hanksmart.com/promotion/hurtigruten-expeditions.do?c=377

Questions? Call (888) 271-1815

09/07/2026

Collette's travelers are their greatest storytellers, sharing firsthand experiences that highlight what group travel is all about.

Are you ready to embark on your own adventure with Collette? 🌍✈️

Reach out today at [email protected] and I'll help you plan!

09/04/2026

As you set plans for the upcoming holidays, consider Disney Cruises.

There are options available for Halloween and Thanksgiving.

To browse current specials, use the pinned comment.

For a quick turnaround for pricing, DM four things: name, email, party size, # of kids 12 yo and under.

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09/03/2026

Europe by river in 2027 sounds even better with this offer!

Enjoy FREE AIR OR SAVE $1,500 PER PERSON on select 2027 Avalon Waterways Europe river cruises.*

Charming towns, iconic cities, scenic stretches of river—and only one unpacking along the way.

Offer ends October 12, 2026.

Message me at [email protected] to start planning.

*Terms and conditions apply.

09/03/2026

Earlier this week, I took the plunge into Substack. It's an interesting space, to say the least.

For my first piece, I tackle the myth of "Do It Yourself" travel by likening it to modern-day grocery shopping. You might need to be of a certain age to get it right away, but the article breaks the analogy down so anyone can relate.

I welcome your feedback.
Note: If you are allergic to four-letter words, skip this one.

Myth-Busting the Self-Service “Trap”

09/03/2026

S.A.L.T. Cart is more than a traveling bar — it’s a journey in a glass.

Take it all in poolside, soaking up the views of Norway while sipping on a NorwegianSummer 🍹