From the Travel Office: Staff Favorites

Trunk Bay, St. John.

Favorite Beach: Trunk Bay, St. John USVI “I love the underwater national park signs, snorkeling tours and diving.” Linda Petrasek

Favorite Harper Moments: Surprise Safari “...visiting a property in South Africa and being taken on a surprise elephant-back safari. As we came around a corner, there were 10 elephants waiting for us with their trainers.” Erica Doose

Unforgettable Meals: L’Europe at Grand Hotel Europe, St. Petersburg “The ambiance is stunning, with a stained-glass ceiling and wall, and of course the food is delectable. The staff was extremely attentive, and we were treated to an eight-piece orchestra recital and our own private ballet performance." Anne Fisherkeller

Favorite Scentsations: Perfumed Soaps “Each time I smell a certain fragrance, it takes me back!” Julie Gierek Most Magical Hotel Arrivals: Umaid Bhawan, Udaipur “There were jasmine garlands, dancers, music and elephants.” Della Kelly

Favorite Off-The-Beaten-Track Destinations: Estonia and Slovenia “Tallinn, Estonia was an absolute joy to visit, and Slovenia’s magic has drawn me back twice already.” Rob Frisch Favorite Amenities: Champagne Reception, Pelican Hill “When we arrived at the Resort at Pelican Hill, they had a red carpet waiting for us and a great Champagne reception overlooking the ocean.” Trisha Stremski