About us
Welcome to Lush Life-Senior Travel Meetup. This group is for those people out there who want to mix, mingle, share, and inspire one another to travel - and - most importantly, travel!
I hope you can join us to meet fellow senior travel enthusiasts and share your stories. Maybe attend a travel movie night, or coffee & luncheon confab. Get first-hand recommendations on new exotic destinations, and old standard destinations - or maybe something just in between the two. Learn about travel suppliers, attend information sessions, and maybe join an organized group trip. Couples and singles are welcome. Special solo events are also structured. Find fun, laughs -- and maybe even a new travel buddy!
This is open to all senior travelers who want to travel; whether you're looking for an element of nature, culture, and/or wildlife - whether you like cruising (ocean, river, expedition) or land tours, or beyond.Start the travel conversations, and sharing. This group is sponsored solely through Lush Life Travel. Contact Meetup Organizer: Sheila Gallant-Halloran ; Tel: 613 837-0699 ; sheila.gh@visiontravel.ca
Monthly, interactive meet ups will be arranged where we will meet in a central location and discuss different destinations members have traveled to, and plan upcoming trips together. Cost is $2/person to help cover expenses of running meetup, website and live events.
BTW, head over to our FB page and give it a thumbs up if you like this whole concept: www.facebook.com/lushlifetravel
or either of our FB Groups
https://www.facebook.com/groups/LushLife.Adventure/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/LushLife.Solo/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/LushLife.RiverCruising
Join us for ideas, find people to travel with, and get traveling - that's what this group is all about!
Make sure to connect with us and stay in the know on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheila_lushllife
Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/lushlife.adventure
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheila_gh or https://twitter.com/lushlifetravel
We have a special request when it comes to ADVERTISING upcoming meetups and scheduling trips. When booking travel please consider using the services of our Sponsor Agency Lush Life Travel. Travel, Tours & All Inclusive Vacations can be booked directly with Lush Life Travel by contacting 1-613-837-0699. We plan all group trips that are promoted here in this meetup.
I WANT TO LET ALL YOU TRAVELERS KNOW THAT YOU CAN USE THIS AS A PLATFORM FOR A TRIP YOU WANT TO CREATE AND BRING PEOPLE TO SHARE IN THE FUN. LUSH LIFE TRAVEL WILL TAKE CARE OF LOGISTICS AND ALL DETAILS. If you bring a group of 10 or more you will be rewarded COLD HARD CASH for your efforts.
We want to bring men & women together to have fun, laugh and create lasting memories with one another! Youāre welcome, whether youāre a solo traveler or a couple! Everyone is welcome.
There are so many cool, interesting places to explore in the world we live. So, let's get this started! Let's get the conversations going around travel!
Upcoming events
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Natureās Frontiers: Antarctica, GalĆ”pagos & Beyond
Cafe Amore, 2409 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, ON, CA### š§ Natureās Frontiers: Antarctica, GalĆ”pagos & Beyond
A Travel Talk Social with Lush Life Travel + Lindblad Expeditions
š Thursday, February 5
ā° 6:30 PM EST
š CafĆ© Amore ā 2409 St. Joseph Blvd, OttawaOttawa friends! āļøāļø
Come warm up with coffee, pastries, and stories from the ends of the Earth. Iām hosting a Travel Talk Social at the always-wonderful CafĆ© Amore, and youāre invited to join me for an evening of travel inspiration and community connection.
Iāll be joined by my special guest Cara Matthew from Lindblad Expeditions, and together weāll take you on a journey through:
š§ Antarctica (featuring my own recent adventure!)
š¢ GalĆ”pagos
š„ Iceland
šŗ Egypt
ā© Japan
š Australia
š The Kimberleys ā¦and beyond!Discover why Lindbladās nature-forward, expedition-style travel ā in partnership with National Geographic ā is a dream for curious explorers, wildlife lovers, photographers, and ānon-cruisersā alike.
š Admission is free
š æļø Parking is free
āļø Please support our hosts at CafĆ© Amore by enjoying a coffee and pastryIf you love culture, history, nature, or meaningful travel, this night is for you.
⨠RSVP: Email sheila@lushlife.ca to save your seat - or sign up at eventbriteBring a friend ā because travel stories are always better shared.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/natures-frontiers-antarctica-galapagos-beyond-tickets-1980714291766
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River Cruising 101 with Sheila Gallant-Halloran
Shenkman Arts Centre des arts, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa, ON, CAš River Cruising 101 with Sheila Gallant-Halloran
Thursday, February 22 ⢠2:30 PM ā 4:00 PM
Shenkman Arts Centre, Orleans
Emmy & Victor Abboud Music StudioCurious about river cruising but not sure where to start? Whether youāre dreaming of drifting through Europeās storybook towns or discovering ancient wonders along the Nile, this exclusive afternoon session is your chance to dive into the world of river cruising ā hosted by Canadian river cruise expert Sheila Gallant-Halloran of Lush Life Travel.
Join Sheila for an intimate and informative talk covering the essentials of river cruising ā from what to expect on board, to how to choose the right cruise line, ship, and itinerary for you.
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### š What to Expect:
š¹ River Cruising 101: Sheila will walk you through what makes river cruising so unique ā including the differences between the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Mekong, Nile, and more.
š¹ Insider Advice: Drawing from her years of experience ā and hundreds of clients sheās guided on the rivers ā Sheila will help you understand what style of river cruise best fits your travel personality.
š¹ Expert Perspective: As the only Canadian travel advisor invited to last yearās ASTA River Cruise Expo in Vienna, Sheila gained behind-the-scenes access to the worldās top river cruise brands. Sheās heading to Amsterdam in March for the 2026 edition ā ready to bring even more insight back to you.
š° Read more: How a Canadian Travel Advisor gained major insights at ASTAās River Cruise Expo in Vienna
š¹ Hosted Group Cruises: Sheila will also share details about some of her personally escorted group sailings, including:
⢠Egypt ā November 2026 (Nile River with land extensions)
⢠Festive Rhine ā November 2027 (Europeās magical Christmas markets)
⢠Additional 2026ā2027 departures in planning for the Danube, Douro, and beyond
š¹ Q&A Time: Bring your questions! Sheila will offer personal recommendations and travel planning tips to help you map out your next unforgettable journey.***
### ⨠Why Attend:
āļø Learn how to choose the perfect river cruise for your interests and travel style
āļø Get real, firsthand insight ā not just brochures and buzzwords
āļø Hear about upcoming group departures you can join
āļø Connect with fellow travelers and start dreaming about 2026ā2027
āļø Leave with inspiration, clarity, and a better understanding of the value and joy of river cruising***
š Presentations begin at 2:30 PM ā arrive a few minutes early to grab your seat and say hello!
š© Want to reserve your spot? Email sheila@lushlife.ca or register online https://www.eventbrite.com/e/river-cruising-101-with-sheila-gallant-halloran-tickets-19818516255622 attendees
Past events
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