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PAULA POLACHEK

GROUPS ONLY

GROUP SALES CO-ORDINATOR

I am hooked on group travel and cannot think of a more enriching experience than to travel with like-minded people who share the same passion for adventure, learning, and exploration. I have over 25 years of travel industry expertise in such diverse fields as cruises, airline operations, and wholesale group travel. As an experienced group travel planner, I take pleasure in hand-crafting travel arrangements for a multitude of special interest groups, incentives, pilgrimages, student study programs, family and sports groups, and volunteer and charity organizations. Along with my planning expertise, I have travelled extensively throughout Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the South Pacific. I invite you to contact me with the specifics about your group, and I will design the itinerary and make the tour arrangements to fulfill your group’s travel needs.

My favourite places

  • Paris

    Europe

    I love the culture, art, and sheer beauty of the city. Take a walk through Le Maris, one of the city's oldest neighborhoods, visit the Louvre, and join a Seine River cruise to appreciate just a sliver of what the city has to offer. Drop by Café de Flore, one of the oldest and prettiest cafes in Paris.

  • Florence

    Europe

    It's a fabulous walking city for art and architecture enthusiasts. Knowledgeable guides enjoy sharing with the visitor history and cultural insights to make the experience all the more enriching. For shopping, visit San Lorenzo Market with a variety of street vendors and retail stores selling leather items.

  • Beijing

    Asia

    It is such a city of extremes with its skycrapers, hutongs of Old Beijing, and the vast Forbidden City. Outside the city is China's world-renowned Great Wall. Truly, it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience to trek across its ancient steps. Don't miss a performance of the thrilling Flying Acrobatic Show.

  • St. Petersburg

    Asia

    This "Venice of the North" embodies the soul of Imperial Russia, when opulent court life dominated the city. One must visit the exquisite Hermitage Museum, Peterhof's Palace with its magnificent fountains, the stunning Catherine Palace, and attend a ballet performance at the historic Mariinsky Theatre.

Did you know?

  • Do you want to avoid crowds? Lunchtime is a great time to visit historical sites because the crowd thins.
  • Walking tours are great; they give the visitor a good orientation and intimate look at the destination.
  • Save receipts and ask for the VAT refund form. Present the completed form at the airport tax refund desk .
  • When visiting places of worship (cathedrals, mosques, and temples) be respectful and dress conservatively.