Industry News

Gadabout Travel Wins ‘The Best Travel Agency’ in 2023 Daily Southtown Best of Chicago’s Southland

Gadabout Travel has won again as ‘The Best Travel Agency’ in the Daily Southtown’s Best of Chicago’s Southland 2023! Read the article below that was featured in the Daily Southtown:   Gadabout Travel has always been known to specialize in Ireland, however they have expanded their area of expertise to include intricate European Itineraries, River Cruises, […] Read More

Gadabout Has Been to Alaska!

Did you know that we’ve been to Alaska on multiple occasions? It’s a fascinating destination that Pam Carroll, owner of Gadabout Travel, has been to on a number of different cruises and tours. Consider Alaska for an upcoming vacation and Gadabout can assist with putting together an adventurous itinerary together where you can see towns […] Read More

Pam Carroll Celebrates Thirty-Five Years at Gadabout Travel

Original article written by Emmett Fitzpatrick and published in the July 2022 issue of the Irish American News. Ask Pam Carroll, owner of Gadabout Travel in Palos Hills, to share the secrets of her company’s success, and she will go out of her way to mention its previous two owners (with whom she remains close […] Read More

MSC Seaside Ship

Gadabout has the Inside Scoop on these 4 BRAND NEW Cruise Ships!

Gadabout Travel has been invited on 4 Inaugural Sailings for new ships within the past year. Pam was able to see and experience first hand the following new ships in 2018: MSC Seaside from MSC Cruises Norwegian Bliss with Norwegian Cruise Line Symphony of the Seas with Royal Caribbean Celebrity Edge with Celebrity Cruises When […] Read More

Lunch with An Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Prime Minister of Ireland

Gadabout has lunch with An Taoiseach Enda Kenny (Prime Minister of Ireland)

As you know, we LOVE Ireland — it’s our specialty. So, when Pam was invited to the Drake Hotel to have Lunch with An Taoiseach Enda Kenny, the Prime Minister of Ireland, she could not refuse! She mingled and chatted with him about our support and love for travel to his country. Check out the […] Read More

Six Reasons Travel Agents are Back

1. Travel agents offer guidance. It’s a scary world out there, and even seasoned travelers are a little nervous. Whether the destination they are considering is facing the Zika virus or the threat of terrorism, travelers are more inclined to talk through their concerns, and get unbiased information, from a live agent. “The tips we […] Read More

Harmony of the Seas – Royal Caribbean’s New Ship to Arrive in Europe May 2016

According to a sneak-peak video on Royal Caribbean’s website, they’re looking forward to, “Introduce the most innovative adventure ship ever imagined – the new Harmony of the Seas!” This ship is perfect for a combination of travelers; where thrill seekers, adventurers and relaxers are able to come together. Harmony of the Seas is part of […] Read More

Royal Caribbean Receives ‘Autism-Friendly’ Certification

Royal Caribbean International has been certified ‘Autism-Friendly’ by Autism on the Seas. According the FAQ’s found on Royal Caribbean’s website, “Cruise lines are awarded for their efforts to ensure their products and services are accessible for inclusion and participation by the autism and developmental disability community”. According to an article from Travel Weekly, “The certification […] Read More

Passports Must Be Valid at Least 6 Months From Return Date

Your passport must be valid for at least an additional 6 months from your return date. This requirement has always been in effect, however it is now becoming more strictly enforced by airlines and cruise ships. Failure to comply can result in denial of boarding and travel. It is important to know the rules and […] Read More

The Importance of Purchasing Travel Insurance

We all have unexpected emergencies. They come up at the very last minute and catch you by surprise. Imagine you have a trip planned and you just arrived at the airport, the weather is horrible outside and your flight gets cancelled, or maybe your luggage has gotten lost. Imagine another situation where a family member […] Read More