Pam de Jong
Mar 2, 20223 min read
Do you want to join a morning stretching class on the sundeck while gently sailing past centuries-old castles?
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Or hike through a vineyard set on rolling hills, to enjoy a tasting with the winemaker?
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Perhaps you'd like to wind through the 48 hairpin turns on your road bike, as you climb up the famous Passo dello Stelvio.
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Whether you just want to exercise enough to work off your 7-course farm-to-table dinner or go full gas to rack up PRs, there's a European vacation option that's perfect for you.
We know that your vacation is important to you, but your time to plan it may be limited. We take care of your vacation as if it were our best friend's trip.
We will work together to create a custom itinerary with interesting experiences that will immerse you in the local culture.
Not only are we travel experts, but we also have connections around the globe which we can leverage to help make your vacation memorable.
I'm Pam de Jong, owner and travel advisor at Let's Go That Way.
There are few things that bring me more joy than helping someone discover their own favorite parts of Europe. I help active-minded travelers discover and book European river cruises and cycling vacations.
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I know that river cruising and bike tours are unfamiliar vacation options for most people. With dozens of companies offering hundreds of itineraries, it can be intimidating to choose one. I am here to help you sift through the options and match you up with the perfect vacation.
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From fitness & activity levels to the right vacation provider to maximizing your budget, I use my expertise and knowledge to help you sort through the choices. I can offer ideas and options you might not have even heard of, but which will enhance your experience. No more losing sleep worrying that you haven't covered all the bases. You have me....and I've got you!
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I take care of making sure that everything from the flights and transfers, to the cruise check-in or bike fit is covered. You just pack your bags and have a complete set of details provided for you, so that you're fully prepared to enjoy a vacation that's well-planned and organized with plenty of room for spontaneous discoveries down that road less traveled (or ridden!).
My husband and I are avid pro cycling fans, so it's a rare trip that doesn't involve watching a bike race of some sort. And while my husband enjoys century rides on his carbon-fiber frame, I'm quite happy to cruise to the coffee shop on my e-bike, so I fully understand that some people want to be active but not athletic.
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My favorite souvenirs are cowbells and FlikFlak watches.
Travel planning is not only our profession, but it's also our passion. We are experts when it comes to the European rail system, determining which cruise line or bike trip is right for you, and arranging the details so that you have plenty of time to explore.
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We have cultivated a network of professional connections around the world. This means that no matter where you travel, we have trusted resources and guides who are ready to assist you.
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The key to a successful itinerary is attention to detail. We turn complicated airport & cruise transfers and stressful rail connections into smooth, worry-free moments.
Our initial consultation is a time for you to tell us about your travel style. We want to know where you’ve been, what you like to do, and who you are traveling with so we can begin to build your itinerary.
After the consultation, we will begin creating your travel itinerary. While we may be managing all of the details, we want to collaborate with you as much as possible. You will never be handed an itinerary that you did not have a hand in creating.
Once your itinerary is finalized, it's time to book your trip! Before you leave, you will have all of your details: flight, hotel, activities, transfers, travel insurance, etc. You will also receive an itinerary app with all the details gathered in one place.