Thirsty for Travel Designs

01/23/2025

Ancient souks, hidden beaches, and nights under desert stars—Oman welcomes you with its timeless charm. Read more about the beauty and hospitality of this captivating destination.

📷: Paul Thuysbaert

Out and about in the sultanate.

01/21/2025

Private villas are where vacation dreams get personal. Think Andalusian stables, backyard swimming coves, and kitchens fully stocked for you. Ready to escape to one of these six extraordinary stays?

📷: Villa Macakizi

International dream houses where vacation living gets personal.

01/16/2025

🚢 Ready to set sail on your next adventure?

In honor of wave season, we’re thrilled to offer a limited-time promotion for our cruise planning service at just $99! 🌊 Whether you're dreaming of tropical beaches or exploring beautiful cities along the coast, our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way. With personalized itineraries and insider tips, you can leave the planning to us and focus on packing your bags!

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make your dream cruise a reality. Click the link in our bio to secure your spot today and let the adventure begin!

01/16/2025

Thessaloníki, Greece’s first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, boasts a food scene as layered as its history. Start with bougatsa and uncover the flavors that earned this city global acclaim.

📷: Yadid Levy

Tour the sweetest treats in Greece’s second-largest city.

01/14/2025

Baja California Sur invites you to uncover towering waterfalls and cultural gems. Explore Los Cabos’ best day trips, where desert, sea, and mountains meet. ☀️

📷: Luis García

How to explore the desert, mountains, and sea during a Baja California Sur beach trip.

01/13/2025

🌊 What is Wave Season? The time of year (January to March) when cruise bookings are at their peak.

🌊 Why Now? Typically cruise lines are throwing out all the offers and incentives to attract customers right now so our clients are ready to secure.

🌊 What Does That Mean For You? Travel advisors are at their busiest during Wave Season so make sure to get on our 🗓️ ASAP (link in bio) if you are wanting travel assistance during these months.

What value do we add for our cruise clients?

🚢 Cut through the overwhelm - rely on our expertise of each cruise line to align your personality and trip needs to select the perfect fit for you!

🚢 Pre or Post-trip assistance - extend your cruise by adding on to the front or back end with our fully customized experiences in/near cruise ports

🚢 Shore excursions - want to go beyond the cruise line cookie cutter shore excursions? allow us to customize/privatize options for you

🚢 Best flight options - guidance on which flights fit your travel itinerary

🚢 Peace of mind - we stay on top of your cruise booking so you don't have to...we send reminders and checklists to make sure you have a smooth sailing

01/09/2025

A new year means new horizons to chase. This guide to 2025’s must-visit destinations will inspire your travels, from heli-skiing South America to cruising Peru’s rivers. Let your calendar fill with extraordinary journeys.

📷: Secret Bay Resort

A guide to chasing new horizons in the year ahead.

01/07/2025

👋🏻 New year...new re-intro post!

I'm Katie, the owner & lead trip designer at Thirsty for Travel Designs. I started T4T almost 5 years ago to fulfill two of my life-long dreams:

✔️ Traveling the 🌍️
✔️ Becoming an Entrepreneur

You will typically see me with my four kiddos in tow and trying to squeeze in as much fun and travel opportunities as possible.

Travel to me is beyond the checklists and must-see things...it's about who I am experiencing it with 💕.

The bonds and memories that are formed during travel are truly priceless and it is my greatest satisfaction to help my clients fulfill these lifelong memories.

01/07/2025

Known as Marseille since the 15th century, France’s oldest city is a captivating blend of history and Mediterranean charm. From ocher clay roofs and white limestone cliffs to the turquoise sea, it's a visual feast. Here’s how to make the most of your port call with exploring, dining, and shopping.

Out and about in France’s second-largest city.

01/02/2025

Wake up where the buffalo roam. Amangani blends Wyoming’s breathtaking landscapes with refined comfort, whether you’re exploring Grand Teton National Park or soaking in alpine views from the pool. Discover five reasons why this resort is a must-visit.

Image: Alex Moling

Three days exploring (and relaxing) where the buffalo roam.

12/31/2024

Experience the magic of Québec City in winter—a season that transforms this historic gem into a wonderland. Stroll cobblestone streets draped in snow, try sweet caribou, and warm up in Nordic-style spas. Don’t miss the thrill of ice canoe races or the elegance of skating under twinkling lights.

Image: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

How Québec's capital embraces the cold season.

12/26/2024

Greece’s captivating islands stretch across the Aegean, Mediterranean, and Ionian seas, offering a diverse tapestry of ancient history, striking landscapes, and unique architecture. Look beyond Mykonos and Santorini to these surprising archipelagos and islands.

Image: Greek National Tourism Organization

Look beyond Mykonos and Santorini to these surprising archipelagos and islands.

12/25/2024

🎄 🔔 Merry Christmas from my family to yours! 🔔 🎄

12/24/2024

Michelin-starred Chef Michael Mina spotlights bold flavors and rich traditions in Egypt’s capital. From iconic street food to modern takes on Egyptian cuisine, Cairo’s culinary scene promises unforgettable experiences.

Image: Billal Taright

Mina’s guide to Egypt’s capital focuses on top-notch food.

12/24/2024

🏖️ Sometimes, all you want for Christmas is your feet in the sand and the sunshine on your face.

☀️ Visiting Antigua during the festive season offers a vibrant mix of traditional Caribbean holiday cheer, cultural celebrations, and tropical beauty.

🌴 The island is beautifully decorated with Christmas lights and festive displays, with many towns and resorts adorned in holiday décor. Expect to hear Christmas carols in both English and Antiguan Creole, as locals celebrate with their own cultural twist.

12/22/2024

⛷️ Set slope-side on Beaver Creek Mountain, in the serene and exclusive Bachelor Gulch of Colorado, The Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch delivers the ultimate luxury mountain experience.

⛷️ With ski-in and ski-out access, a 21,000 square foot spa and the Fireside Bar just steps away from the lift for après-ski enthusiasts, this property is the perfect winter retreat.

🎁 They pull out all the stops for the holiday season including Santa visits, reindeer encounters, Menorah lightings and New Year's Eve celebrations making it a hit for all travelers.

12/20/2024

❄️ Just imagine curling up to a warm cup of hot chocolate and watching Switzerland's stunning winter wonderland right out your window. 🏔️

🚂 Known as the “slowest express train in the world”, the Glacier Express offers breathtaking panoramic views of snow-covered landscapes, alpine villages, and majestic mountains, making it an unforgettable journey, especially during the holidays.

12/18/2024

Everyone needs a little NYC...visiting New York City during the holidays is a magical experience, filled with festive energy and iconic attractions.

The city transforms into a winter wonderland, with Christmas lights, holiday decorations, and special events.

Envision this – a horse-drawn carriage ride filled with dazzling holiday lights, a festive cocoa and caroling cruise, vibrant holiday markets, an exclusive ‘Home Alone 2’ tour, skating under the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center and the world-famous Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall!