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Hi, I'm Casey Sholson
I'm a Senior Travel Consultant at xtravel, based in Queenstown, New Zealand. This is my own corner of the internet, where I share destination guides, travel notes, and the way I plan trips for the people I work with. Have a look around, and when you're ready, I'd love to hear where you want to go.
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From the Travel Journal
All postsDo I Need a Travel Agent in 2026?
An honest answer from a Queenstown travel advisor: when a travel agent is worth it in 2026, what they actually do, and when you can book it yourself.
Planning a Six-Week Japan, Alaska and North America Trip: How It All Came Together
A behind-the-scenes look at planning a six-week luxury itinerary spanning Japan, a North Pacific crossing aboard Crystal Serenity, Alaska's Inside Passage, and a scenic rail journey through the Canadian Rockies on Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf, finishing with time in Toronto, Niagara Falls, Boston and New York. A real look at how a big, multi-country trip comes together when it's planned properly.
Three Extraordinary Travel Brands, Two Events, One Very Excited Travel Agent
Tomorrow and Wednesday, xtravel is hosting client events with three suppliers I rate highly: Viking, Wendy Wu Tours and Journey Beyond Rail. Each one does something distinctive and does it very well, and I can't wait for you to hear from them directly.
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