Bursch Travel

09/03/2026

🐻 ALASKA, FROM LAND TO SEA | INTO THE WILD

Four of Alaska's "Big Five." A bear sighting. Incredible scenery. And then…the clouds parted. 🏔️

Our Alaska group spent the day exploring Denali National Park on the Tundra Wilderness Tour, keeping their eyes open for some of the park's most famous residents along the way.

They were lucky enough to spot four of the "Big Five"—and just when they thought the day couldn't get much better, the clouds cleared as they were leaving the park and revealed a beautiful view of Denali.

Those are the Alaska moments you can't schedule. You just have to be there for them. ❤️
And according to our advisor, one of the best parts wasn't something you'll find on an itinerary: 37 travelers sharing a lot of laughs and experiencing it together.

If Alaska has been sitting on your bucket list, 2027 and 2028 are both great years to make it happen. And with so many choices—cruise or cruisetour, itinerary, lodge stays, excursions, stateroom location and more—having an advisor who's actually experienced Alaska can make planning a whole lot easier.

📍 Let Bursch Travel help you find your Alaska.
Princess' 2028 Alaska Early Booking Bonus is available now, with up to $500 instant savings + up to $500 onboard credit on eligible bookings.
Terms and conditions apply.

09/02/2026

🏔️ ALASKA, FROM LAND TO SEA

When you think of an Alaska cruise, you probably picture glaciers, mountains and incredible views from the ship. But one of the best ways to experience Alaska? Start on land.

One of our Bursch Travel advisors, Sheila Elder, recently led a group of 37 travelers on an 11-night Princess Alaska Cruisetour—and we're taking you along this week!

Their adventure began in Fairbanks, where even the views from the plane gave them a taste of what was ahead. The next morning brought a cruise along the Chena River aboard the Riverboat Discovery, complete with a bush floatplane demonstration, a visit to Susan Butcher's legendary Iditarod sled dog kennel and a look into Alaska Native history and culture at a recreated Athabascan village.
And this was only the beginning.

Next stop: Denali. 🐻🏔️

Could you see yourself here? Princess' 2028 Alaska season is now open, and the Early Booking Bonus makes now a great time to start planning: up to $500 instant savings + up to $500 onboard credit, plus added early-booking benefits on eligible sailings. ➡️ https://www.burschtravel.com/princess-early-booking-bonus/

Not ready to wait until 2028? We're planning Alaska vacations for 2027, too. Talk with a Bursch Travel advisor and we'll help you find the Alaska experience that's right for you.

Offers, amounts and benefits vary by itinerary and stateroom category. Terms apply.

09/01/2026

👉🏻 This Week’s Travel Pro: Kassondra R. – Alexandria, MN
Kassondra has been traveling her entire life and has been with Bursch Travel for two years!

🌍 Specialization?
All things Asia! I’m a PADI Advanced Open Water SCUBA Diver, and it’s a passion that has led me to plan trips in many parts of the world. I am also a backpack camper and an avid hiker – National Park vacations are another highlight of my adventure planning experience.

✈️ Never Travel Without…
Sunscreen, battery pack for your phone, and lots of layers! You’ll be able to have the best time with a fully charged cell and appropriate clothing for whatever weather may come.

🏰 Top Travel Memory?
One favorite vacation memory is staying in the Monteverde Cloud Forest of Costa Rica, it’s the definition of serenity. Another memorable moment is watching the sunrise over the Indian ocean in Padang Bai, Bali.

🌍 What’s On Your Bucket List?
My short list includes Norway, Antarctica, Thailand, and to see the infamous underwater waterfall of Mauritius.

🍴 Best Foodie Find?
Multi course dining experiences in Ireland. It's more than just a meal, it's a memory that will last a lifetime!

💡 Top Travel Tip?
Talk with your advisor about the cultural Do’s and Don’ts of your upcoming international travels. Many things we do here in America can be interpreted much differently in another country. I also take the time to learn a few phrases in the native tongue, specifically “please,” “thank you,” and “where is the bathroom?”

08/31/2026

Join Bursch Travel Hutchinson for an evening of cruising inspiration as we dive into the wonderful world of river and ocean cruising with Princess Cruises and Avalon Waterways!

Discover the differences between cruising on intimate river ships and larger ocean vessels. Explore incredible destinations around the world and learn about the unique experiences waiting for you—whether you're dreaming of sailing through Europe's charming towns or setting off on an unforgettable ocean adventure.

📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM CST
📍 Archive 101 | 101 Main Street S, Ste. #100, Hutchinson, MN
🍕 Complimentary pizza and soft drinks will be served!

Space is limited, and RSVP is required. Please RSVP by September 11 by calling 320-753-0912 or 320-753-0919.

As your regional, family-owned travel management company, we are passionate about helping you discover the world and create unforgettable memories. Our advisors will use their expertise and state-of-the-art technology to curate the perfect journey for each client, tailored to their unique needs and budget.

08/25/2026

👉🏻 This Week’s Travel Pro: Maggie L. – Omaha, NE
Maggie has been with Bursch Travel for 8 years and has been in the travel industry for 46 years.

🌍 Specialization?
Ireland — I have been five times. I’ve traveled through 26 of its 29 counties, including Northern Ireland. My other love is African safaris. I’ve been on 4 safaris, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa & Botswana.

✈️ Never Travel Without…
My iPad. It fits in my purse, and I can remote into the office if needed. It proved very useful when Atlanta was hit hard by a windstorm. It was a mess. With my mini iPad in hand, I was able to get my sister & I protected on flights the following day.

🏰 Top Travel Memory?
I have so many, but the best ones are of my time on safari.

🌍 What’s On Your Bucket List?
Machu Picchu, a safari to see the gorillas, Iceland, and any place I can see Northern Lights.

🍴 Best Foodie Find?
Le Soufflé in Paris. I have been to Paris twice and eaten here 3 times. The chocolate soufflé is a must! I recommend it to everyone going to Paris.

💡 Top Travel Tip?
I always tell couples, when traveling together, to pack some of their clothes in their traveling companion’s suitcases. Should 1 bag get lost/delayed, chances are good you at least have a change of clothes. Take a picture of your passport page that includes your photo. Should your passport get lost or stolen, you have a copy – I speak from personal experience.

08/24/2026

A day well spent! 💙

Bursch Travel advisor Misty Doblar joined our Celebrity Cruises representative and fellow travel advisors for a meaningful day of giving back at Feed My Starving Children - Chanhassen.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to come together, lend a hand, and make an impact in the lives of others! 🌎✨

08/18/2026

🌑✨ THE ECLIPSE OF THE CENTURY IS COMING… and Egypt has a front-row seat.

On August 2, 2027, the skies over Egypt will go dark during the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century. Near Luxor, totality will last an incredible 6 minutes and 22 seconds.

Now imagine experiencing it surrounded by some of the most legendary landscapes on Earth.

🏺 Explore ancient temples and tombs
🌊 Cruise the Nile
🐪 Stand in the land of the pharaohs
🌑 And watch day turn to darkness during a celestial event we won't see the likes of again for generations.

If Egypt has been sitting on your bucket list, this might just be your sign to finally cross it off.

And with travelers from around the world already planning trips around this rare event, now is the time to start planning.

At Bursch Travel, we can help turn the eclipse into an entire Egyptian adventure—from flights and accommodations to Nile cruises, guided sightseeing and the details that make a once-in-a-lifetime trip feel seamless.

Some trips you take. Others you talk about for the rest of your life.

Who's putting this one on their bucket list? Contact us to start planning! https://www.burschtravel.com/contact/

Luxor will experience 6 minutes 19 seconds of totality during the Aug. 2, 2027 total solar eclipse — the longest visible from land between 1991 and 2114.

08/11/2026

Nashville may be famous for the writers round… but who says it has to be exclusive to Music City? 🎶

Trade Broadway for the beach and experience an intimate live beachside songwriters round in Cabo San Lucas featuring Canaan Smith and Jason Nix — the stories behind the songs, the music you know, and a setting you definitely won’t find back home.

And because this is Beaches & Boots, the concert is only part of the experience. ☀️🤠

🌴 All-inclusive resort stay
🍹 Drinks included
🌮 Meals included
🌊 Cabo sunsets & beach days
🎶 Private live music experience
🤠 And a few surprises along the way

March 4–8, 2027 | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico 🌴

Why just listen to great country music when you can make a vacation out of it?

All inclusive. All memorable. All yours.

Tap the link in our bio for all the details and we’ll see you on the beach! 🤠

https://www.burschtravel.com/beaches-boots-cabo-san-lucas-march-4-8-2027/

08/11/2026

👉🏻 This Week’s Travel Pro: Judy K.
Judy started at Bursch Travel in May of 2023 after over 40 years in the travel industry. She lives and works remotely from Peshtigo, WI.

🌍 Specialization?
Hawaii, Alaska, Europe, Ocean & River Cruises, Touring, Groups, and Meeting Planning and Hosting.

🌍 What’s On Your Bucket List?
Galapagos, Australia, Africa, and South America.

🏰 Top Travel Memory?
Assisting in travel planning and escorting to share the world while continually educating travelers—and myself—on the world and all it has to offer.

🎉 Fun Fact About Yourself?
I love spending time with family and friends, traveling the world with my traveling friends, and making new friends along the way! Why not join one of my groups?! I also enjoy volunteering and spending time with children!
Please join our Group March 2027 16-day Panama Canal cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles! And Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen, Germany with 2 day Prague extension September 2027!

08/11/2026

ALASKA 2028 IS HERE — AND EARLY BOOKING HAS ITS PERKS! 🛳️✨

Dreaming of glaciers, wildlife, charming Alaska ports and maybe even a journey into the heart of Denali? Princess Cruises’ 2028 Alaska season is officially open!

And booking early comes with some pretty incredible extras:

✨ Up to $500 Instant Savings
💰 Up to $500 Onboard Credit
🍽️ Early access to dining reservations
🛏️ Room location upgrade opportunities & more
⭐ Captain’s Circle Members can save up to an additional $400!

❗️Alaska Cruisetour Exclusive: Free Meal Package!

Choose from 8 incredible Princess ships, weeklong Alaska voyages and extended cruisetours that combine your cruise with even more time exploring the Great Land.

And when you book with Bursch Travel, you’re not planning it alone. 💚💙

Our Vacation Travel Advisors can help you:
• Compare ships, itineraries and stateroom options
• Decide between a cruise or an Alaska cruisetour
• Navigate current promotions and available offers
• Coordinate flights, hotels, transfers and travel protection
• Help with the little details before you leave
• Be a trusted resource if you need assistance along the way

You get the Princess vacation — plus a real travel advisor in your corner.

🐋 Whales. Glaciers. Denali. The Inside Passage.
2028 may sound far away, but the best Alaska vacations are worth planning early.

📅 Early Booking Bonus ends December 7, 2026.
📅 Captain’s Circle offer ends October 9, 2026.
Terms and conditions apply. Offers and availability are subject to change.

Ready to start planning? Contact your local Bursch Travel Advisor and let’s find the Alaska adventure that fits you. 🏔️🛳️

https://www.burschtravel.com/contact/