My partner and I started traveling with Olivia last year and have been on four trips in the past year.  The Greek Isles cruise was our first cruise ever and we had a wonderful time.  I must say that I was a bit put off by the price of Olivia trips; they do cost more--that is until January 08  when my sister and I took my mother on a cruise (straight) for her 80th birthday.  The entertainment was soooo bad and the whole environment depressing--I thought I was in hetero hell!! When I got home I told my partner we should just send Olivia a check each month to make sure they never go out of business!!

If you factor in the price of the entertainment, then the prices make sense.  Think about about much it costs to see a quality show (comedy, concert etc.), then add that to the price of straight cruises, resorts etc. and the price no longer seems so high.

For our travel dollars, we choose Olivia because we have a much better time on Olivia vacations than other vacations.  We have also met some wonderful women and love the camaraderie we always experience.  And hey--no one ever asks if we are "sisters" or traveling "alone."

How many times have I told friends how "Olivia has changed my life!"  And certainly for the better!  I have found friends, fun, and a place where I can "be me."  Olivia has given me a boost in my self esteem, an opportunity to meet other women and make new and lasting friends, .... and most of all, travel safely to my dream travel destinations.  If not for the vision, dedication, and integrity of Judy and her staff this would never have happened for me.

There are some who would discredit Olivia for making a profit; all this wonder and organization comes at a cost.  A cost I am privileged to pay as I think of it as buying an opportunity for travel, friendship and fun.  Where else can I "buy" that? 

 I will always be grateful to Judy, and Olivia for the joy and wonder that has enriched my life.

Marianne 

My partner and I have been on 7 trips in 10 years with Olivia.  After our very first trip, we said we couldn't imagine vacationing any other way.  Olivia gives us the freedom of choice, the choice of having a vacation with all women. Yes, we may pay a little more for it, but look at what you get! Not just a vacation with women only, (which to us is priceless)  BUT they provide daily and nightly entertainment, with some of the top names in the business. In addition to the ship or resort staff, there is the Olivia staff, that provides so much more entertainment, with pool games, beach games, Oldywed - Newlywed, karaoke, etc.  There is always a friendly face around to make sure everything is going OK, making sure you are having a good time.

Judy and her staff have been doing a great job for 35 years, and I KNOW Judy will not let Amy and her little group, tear down years of work, or the reputation of Olivia. 

Looking forward to our next trip in 2009.   Peace, Cindy & Kathy

Cindy & I found Olivia 4 years ago and have taken a trip a year since !  This year we are hoping to book into another trip for October and that would make 2 for 2008 . 

Judy D. and the Olivia staff are the most accomodating group of staff and work incredibly hard to meet our every need. The trips are to terrific places and are chosen carefully to provide a wide range of vacations to choose from.  The ships, resorts and hotels are always top of the line and we know that we are receiving a great value. 

Oliva brings along entertainers, sports figures and other icons from our community that we would otherwise not have the chance to see and meet.  This past trip we had the priviledge of meeting Colonel Gretta Cammemeyer and to hear her story when she was interviewed by Kate Cinton.  How amazing that Olivia provides these opportunities for us.

The bonus of all of this for the two of us is that we Judy has created that place for us to travel with our community and experience a peace of mind that we have not found anywhere else.  During these Olivia vacations we have met womyn who we now count as lifelong friends.  Through the Olivia Connect site, we have met other from our community who live in our same town and across the world.

We also will not travel any other way then with Oliva ! 

Thank you Judy & the Olivia team. Cindy & I will look forward to all of the upcoming adventures as we continue to travel with only you !!

Jo

Without question, this is the best company we have ever travelled with. Not just because it offers us the opportunity to be ourselves & meet wonderful people but because it is simply the best for both service & entertainment.

We took our first Olivia a decade ago & plan to be travelling with them for decades to come.

Don't anyone "give up the ship". Olivia will be sailing for years to come. So confident are we that we have 2 more trips booked in the next 10 months. We urge you all to take a look at the variety of trips planned for 2008 & 2009. A terrific program with something for everyone.

We believe that nothing can take the wind out of Olivia's sails! The women at the helm are experienced, talented business women with lots of heart. 

We support them all the way.

Sincerely

Phyl & Julie

From: cbrealtor
Sent: Today, 9:48 AM
Subject: Olivia, the best way to travel for women

I am very thankful for the day Olivia came into my life.  I had just come out and I found this company dedicated to helping women take extrodinary vacations.  I will be taking my 35th Olivia trip at the end of March.  I have made life long friends from all over the world and had the most amazing travel experiences.

The people at Olivia and the staff on the cruises are wonderful.  They are dedicated to helping each of us have a teriffic vacation in the company of other women.  No matter what you like to do on your vacation you can find it with Olivia.  Being free to be who we are is a dream come true and Olivia helps us realize those dreams.

Dale Shafer