Trail Spice Travel - Travel Designer

07/29/2024

Happy 26th birthday to ✨ 🌊 🥥

Madison was one of my first ever clients when I started Trail Spice Travel and I’m truly grateful! ❤️

I had SO much fun helping her and her now fiancé plan her birthday getaway to Mexico!

Wishing this ray of sunshine a wonderful year full of adventures, smiles and wonderful memories with her family 🌞

07/24/2024

Myth busters❗️

Trail Spice Travel is here to set the record straight!

Working with Trail Spice Travel is a deeply personal decision. We understand that you are trusting someone with a trip you’ve worked all year to save for. That is why we treat each trip with the attention and care it deserves.

You aren’t just another number or another sale. Once you work with us, you are part of the team ✨

07/23/2024

A lot of times I will hop on a discovery call with a client and the first thing they tell me is that they want to stay at a resort that has a crystal clear beach with turquoise waters. Does this sound like you?

If so, we need to chat about Live Aqua 🌊

This resort in Cancun absolutely won me over with their Blue Flag certified beach and aromatherapy menu placed in each room.

On top of that, their staff was extremely hospitable. They are eager to partner with Trail Spice Travel to make your stay simply magical ❤️

07/22/2024

I’m officially back in the states after my second familiarization trip to Mexico this year! 🇲🇽

I toured over 20 resorts over the course of 5 days with 3 other travel advisors.

I loved every minute of the trip but let me tell you it was hard work. We walked over 71,000 steps and learned so much along the way.

I am feeling extremely grateful as I continue to grow my career in the travel industry.

Please don’t be shy and message me if you are looking to travel in the near future ❤️

07/10/2024

This week is absolutely flying by! However, I can’t complain about it too much because I’m headed to Mexico on Monday 🌞

I’ll be completing 20 site inspections of resorts in Cancun, Riviera Maya and Costa Mujeres with a few other travel advisors 🇲🇽

Let the countdown for my next familiarization trip begin 🙌🏼

07/09/2024

Between Hurricane Beryl, forest fires in Alaska and flooding in Italy, it is gearing up to be an unprectiable month for travelers.

While it is commonly assumed that travel advisors only provide a transactional service, the reality is that we provide an advisory service. We do so much more than simply booking your hotel rooms!

When you work with Trail Spice Travel, you have an expert who is ready to assist you when unpredictable events take place.

So thankful all of my clients are safe! My thoughts are with the communities impacted this past week ❤️

07/04/2024

For the past several months I have been telling James that I wanted our next international trip together to be an intense experience.

After several solo trips, I was ready for us to travel side by side and explore with our five senses.

Morocco seemed like the ideal destination. Chaotic. Colorful. Eye-opening.

This week we officially booked our plane tickets to Morocco. Let the countdown for our 2-week adventure begin 🇲🇦

06/28/2024

A big congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Peck 💍

It was a pleasure working with these two newlyweds ♥️

Planning a wedding can feel demanding at times. With plenty of deadlines to meet, contracts to sign and stylistic decisions to make, the thought of simultaneously planning your honeymoon can sound downright exhausting.

That doesn’t mean you have to give up your dream of a flawless honeymoon.

Enter, Trail Spice Travel.

If you are looking to embark on your dream honeymoon without the planning stress, hiring Trail Spice Travel may be the best investment you make in the process.

06/11/2024

Why work with Trail Spice Travel instead of just booking your own vacation? 🤷🏼‍♀️

One day you have a 3 hour layover for your international flight. The next day you have a 30 minute layover for your international flight. Flight changes are happening all. the. time.

I just got off the phone with American Airlines Customer Service on behalf of a client. Need I say more? ✈️

06/07/2024

Did you know Ecuador’s name comes from the Spanish word for the equator? 🌍

When planning my trip to Ecuador, I came across so many day trips that led guided trips from Quito to the equator line. It sounded like a cool experience but I decided to not spend an entire day traveling to the equator.

As you all know, I’m a firm believer in planning your travels 😉 With that said, I am also a firm believer in leaving enough room in your itinerary to wander and explore without an agenda! This story is exactly why…

I was so stoked when I was hiking in the Amazon Rainforest when our guide pointed out that we were about to cross over the equator in a remote area.

What a happy accident ❤️

Crossing the equator by foot ✔️

05/30/2024

📍 Sunrise nestled in Ecuador’s Amazon Rainforest

05/17/2024

Surprise! I’ve spent the past 3 weeks solo traveling in Ecuador. I am headed home today with eye opening stories, experiences, knowledge and insight.

A big thanks to my parents for taking me to the airport at unconventional hours, John & Beth for taking care of Ella while James and I were both out of town and James for holding down the fort and being my biggest supporter ❤️

My goal for returning home is to share as much as I can about what Ecuador has to offer. South America has once again stole my heart 🌎

05/10/2024

Are you looking for a little adventure next time you head to Mexico? 🇲🇽

Mexico has over 3,000 natural cenotes, which are water-filled sinkholes that are primarily found in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Here’s why you should add a cenote adventure to your bucket list:

1. Rich Cultural Heritage - Cenotes hold significant cultural and historical importance to the Mayan Civilization.

2. Thrilling Adventure - Cenotes offer thrilling adventures for water enthusiasts of all levels!

3. Natural Beauty - Each cenote has its own unique charm, ranging from open-air sinkholes to partially or fully enclosed caves.

05/03/2024

Yesterday was Global Travel Advisor Day! 🌎

Global Travel Advisor Day is a day dedicated to celebrating travel advisors and their invaluable role they play in creating unforgettable travel experiences.

To support your favorite travel advisor (me 😉), you can spread the word about my services to your friends & family, share my social media posts and send positive reviews about your trips!

Your support means the world to travel advisors. Let’s celebrate the hard work and commitment of travel advisors yesterday, today and everyday! 🙌🏼

04/16/2024

I had the best time at the ALG Vacations Pros on the Go Familiarization Trip last week. It was my first ever work trip as a travel advisor and I felt right at home ❤️

I’m back home and feeling inspired, motivated and grateful! I have a busy week of finalizing several itineraries for clients and couldn’t be more excited 🤌🏼

04/07/2024

My familiarization trip starts Tuesday! 😍

I will be completing a total of six site inspections of all inclusive resorts including two brand new resorts, Hyatt Vivid Grand Island & Secrets Tulum Resort ✨

Until then I’ll be exploring all that Downtown Cancún has to offer for those looking to explore a little off the beaten path while vacationing!

04/04/2024

Travel Tip Thursday 🌍

I highly recommend heading to your local bank that offers foreign currency exchange services before departing for any international trip!

It is such a relief to have this checked off your list before landing in any destination! 🙌🏼

Although American dollars are normally accepted in touristy areas of Costa Rica, Mexico, etc, it gives me peace of mind having local currency on hand.

Please make sure your bills are not damaged or torn if you are using United Stares dollars!

And of course when you book with Trail Spice Travel, I go over all of this before your departure if you need a reminder 😉

04/01/2024

📍 Chinatown Chicago

I could easily spend a week exploring Chinatown Chicago!

I had so much fun peeking in restaurants, trying curry chicken boa and snacking on mochi 🤗

03/30/2024

Do you ever feel like you just don’t have the time to plan a vacation with your already busy schedule?

Don’t worry because it is never too early to start planning your next vacation. Nonstop flights departing from St. Louis to Punta Cana and Cancún for 2025 are on sale now!

With the help of Trail Spice Travel you could have the ideal vacation waiting for in 2025 before 2024 is even over!

It really can be that easy and seamless ❤️🌊🤌🏼

03/26/2024

I just returned from an extended weekend in Chicago! I’m so excited to share more about my weekend in the city 🌃

03/20/2024

Doing a happy dance because I have clients departing for vacation this week 💃🏼

My clients are headed to Florida to celebrate their wedding anniversary! They knew they wanted to relax by the beach, do some shelling, enjoy time in nature and see a family member while in Florida 🐚

I found them an oceanfront property with great shelling! Plus, the island is tucked away so it should be nice and quiet compared to your average spring break destinations 🙌🏼

They received their itinerary before their departure with all the information they could possibly need plus some 😉 Of course I had to include a city guide with local eats along with some possible excursions at Everglades National Park!

The best part? They can access the itinerary 3 different ways; from a printed PDF, with their email OR with a mobile app.

03/19/2024

Spring is here and I could not be more happy about it! I have clients leaving for an anniversary trip to Florida later this week and I’m currently packing my bags for an extended weekend in Chicago with family & friends 🧳

A friendly reminder to not delay booking summer travel! Message me to inquire ♥️

03/15/2024

I cannot get over how cute my new business cards turned out! Shoutout to Custom Creations Graphics and More for making my vision come to life 😍

Do you want one for yourself? Or, do you know of someone who might be interested in working with Trail Spice Travel?

If so, send me a message & I will get some mailed to you asap! 💌

03/11/2024

Today’s Destination Highlight - Alaska 🐋

I’m currently in the early stages of planning a trip to Alaska for a group of twelve people! ♥️

There are so many questions to consider when planning a trip to Alaska…

What’s the best way to explore Alaska❔Land❔Sea❔Train❔

What is the best time of the year for whale watching❔

What are the advantages & disadvantages of traveling to Alaska in the off/on season ❔

What excursions should I book with so many options to choose from❔

Traveling to Alaska is a big undertaking! Luckily you don’t have to tackle it alone 🙌🏼

I’m so excited to be working with such a fun group of people! I can’t wait to watch their bucket list trip come to life 😊

03/07/2024

03/04/2024

I recently booked my plane ticket for a familiarization trip to Mexico in April ✈️

My time in Cancun & Riviera Maya is going to be jam packed with touring a unique hotel itinerary, training sessions, excursions and volunteer activities. On top of that, I’ll be arriving a few days early to explore Downtown Cancun. My goal is to relax by the beach, search for local eats, and practice my Spanish.

Excited is an understatement!

I’ll be continuing to share more about this experience. In the meantime, let me know if there is anything you want me to report on! 🌞

03/01/2024

Welcoming March with open arms today ♥️ Time feels like it is absolutely flying!

February was a busy month for Trail Spice Travel and I am absolutely loving it!

Here are a few trips I have been working on the past month…

Fully Independent & Customized Trip for 3 Weeks in Spain 🇪🇸
Family Celebration Cruise in Western Caribbean 🚢
Group Trip to Alaska 🐋
Girls’ Desert Getaway in Arizona 🌵

I’m also gearing up for my first work trip to Mexico! 😍

I’m so excited to see what March brings and share more details about these travels throughout the month!

02/27/2024

I’m headed to Mexico in April 🌞 I can’t wait to share more details on this exciting opportunity in the near future!

Exciting news! 🌟

One of the Travel Gals recently booked her plane ticket for ALG Vacations upcoming familiarization trip to Cancun! ✈️

The ALGV Pros on the Go program will host travel advisors staying at multiple resorts and touring one of eight unique hotel itineraries.
Excursions, along with volunteer 'give-back' activities and a one-day training session, will be included.

We are so excited to have one of the Travel Gals representing our team at this amazing event in April! ⭐️

02/20/2024

Some posts just speak for themselves 🧡

02/19/2024

What was my biggest learning lesson from my Travel Advisor training program?

There is no right or wrong way to travel 🌍

Travel looks different for everyone whether you are focusing on relaxation and self care, diving into adventure, seeking experiences with locals, connecting with your family, etc.

As long as you respect others land and culture, I believe you can travel anyway you want to.

I’m excited to continue to work with clients to help them discover their travel goals and help them create authentic experiences ♥️

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