If you’ve missed previous newsletter emails that I’ve sent out, you can find them below! I don’t archive the What to Be Planning ones because they are typically only relevant in the month they are sent. Let me know if any of these make you eager to travel!
This month, I’m working on a Thailand adventure that blends the best of the country without trying to do too much. They’re early risers who love getting out before the crowds, enjoy great food and local experiences, and wanted a trip that included plenty of history, culture, and time to relax. They’ll explore Bangkok and Chiang Mai, spend time with their son while he’s studying abroad, and finish the trip with a few days in Phuket for some well-earned downtime.
Read MoreThis month, I’m working on a once-in-a-lifetime trip for a family of six who are ready to bring the history their children have been studying to life! Their kids attend a classical education school, and rather than joining a large group tour, the family wanted to create their own journey through Greece and Italy—one where they can take their time, see the places that matter most to them, and enjoy the experience together. From ancient ruins and legendary battlefields to Renaissance cities and winding Venetian canals, this trip is shaping up to be one for the books!
Read MoreThis month, I'm planning a trip to Argentina for clients who won a three-day bird hunt at an auction. They start out in Buenos Aires, exploring the city and taking in a tango show with dinner before they head on to Cordoba for a bird hunting trip. Once the hunting portion wraps up, they'll continue on to experience another side of the country with a stay in Mendoza's famous wine region before finishing their trip in Buenos Aires for a final night.
Read MoreThis month, I'm planning a Mexico City trip for clients who are combining two great reasons to visit Mexico — experiencing the city's incredible food, history, and culture while also catching the Minnesota Vikings take on the San Francisco 49ers. They've got a great mix of walking tours, local experiences, day trips, and plenty of authentic Mexican cuisine before finishing the trip with Sunday Night Football in one of the NFL's international games.
Read MoreAn unforgettable friends getaway through Portugal and beyond! This month, I am helping a returning client craft their unforgettable journey. A group of friends is heading to Portugal for an exciting adventure! Their trip combines a mix of guided experiences in Porto, Lisbon, and the Algarve with plenty of free time to explore at their own pace. Along the way, they’ll enjoy stunning coastal scenery, historic cities, and a taste of Portugal’s vibrant culture.
Read MoreThis month, I’m putting together an unforgettable trip for a client and his family. They’re set to explore Australia’s stunning landscapes, encounter iconic wildlife, and enjoy a great mix of active days and relaxed moments — all planned with a perfect balance to suit everyone.
Read MoreAn unforgettable father and son journey through the UK and the Netherlands awaits! This repeat client is back with his son for an exciting 10-day journey through the UK, mixing history, culture, and a bit of football action! They’re gearing up to experience some of the best sites, stories, and sports the UK and Netherlands have to offer.
Read MoreThis month, I’m helping this family plan an unforgettable European adventure. Their journey begins in Barcelona, where the couple will explore the city’s vibrant culture before reuniting with their son, who’s wrapping up a study abroad program. After the family is together, they’ll continue their travels through Italy, with stops in Florence, Rome, and Sorrento.
Read MoreWhen my client came to me, she wanted to explore Norway with her husband and her parents, as their heritage stems from the Scandinavian country. They hope to see a great deal of it while they are there, so I've got them going from Oslo, up to Bodø, over to Ålesund and Geiranger, and down to Bergen.
Read MoreThis repeat client had taken her older daughter to Thailand for her 12th birthday and now it's time to take the younger on her 12th birthday trip, this time to New Zealand! They'll be enjoying the Hobbit life - exploring in a cozy and calm way, and enjoying the wildlife of the North Island!
Read MoreThis well-traveled family had plans to head to Peru, but wanted assistance with the planning as one of the members wasn't sure they could manage the elevation in Cusco. They wanted an expert to assist and be on call while they traveled, just in case. They are splitting their time between the Amazon rainforest and the Sacred Valley, and it looks like it will be an AMAZING trip!
Read MoreThis was a really fun trip to plan - a family traveling to watch a member participate in the Deaflympics, the International Olympics for Deaf People. Since they are traveling so far, they also wanted to check out Tokyo a bit, as well as the area around Ibaraki, where they are staying to be nearby to the event location.
Read MoreThese clients contacted me to plan their scenic trip through Switzerland with an emphasis on the Glacier Express and Bernina Express trains. The best friend duo wanted to check off this bucket list itinerary together during Christmas Market season so they could enjoy those special markets as well.
Read MoreMy client's daughter decided she would rather go on a trip than have a graduation party - an excellent idea if I do say so myself! They will be exploring Dubrovnik and a bit of the Tuscany region on this trip.
Read MoreDid you know that if you've already got a portion of a trip planned, I can help with an extension, like I did with this family? They are meeting up with their extended family in Germany to get back to their heritage and do some genealogy-digging, but these three wanted to also check out London (since they were flying all the way over to Europe already). They enlisted my help to get them their flights to/from Europe, as well as to plan a 6 day extension in England!
Read MoreThese clients were looking to get their Spring Break trip planned a little last minute. They had started to do it on their own and got overwhelmed (analysis paralysis is real!) so they contacted me to pull it all together.
Read MoreMy client and her 18 year old son wanted to do a mother-son trip to a place he had a lot of interest in -- Norway! He wanted to learn more about Viking culture, see the fjords and landscapes, and experience a bit of Norwegian culture.
Read MoreThis family of 5 wanted to get some adventurous activities in but also have some time relaxing on a beach. Costa Rica is an excellent location to do just that! Bonus: the mom is a Spanish teacher, so she can speak the language fluently and get even more immersed in the culture of the area!
Read MoreMy client wanted to surprise his wife for her birthday with an awesome trip reminiscent of one they took before they had kids. They'd done small ship sailing off the coast of Mexico & Belize, but wanted to explore a bit of the Aegean Sea as well as see some of the ancient historical sites in Türkiye. The ship they will sail on will have a maximum of 17 passengers, making it a super intimate experience where everyone will be friends by the end. This is a unique way to experience sailing, and is not terribly expensive either!
Read MoreThese three friends wanted to experience the culture of Japan by splitting their time between Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. They'd always had an interest in it, and one of them had gone years before and stayed in hostels, but they decided that they have moved far beyond youth hostels and capsule hotels for this trip.
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