Mon Cheri Travel

23/07/2024

Is this you? 👇

I just got off of a call with a potential client who’s planning a familly trip to the Caribbean and here’s what he said:

👉 Hevis done with the overwhelm and confusion of putting together a great trip.

👉 He wants to feel sure about whatever he books instead of second-guessing it every step of the way

👉 He just wants someone to provide clarity and make it all come together.

If you can relate to any of the above as you plan your own trip, head to the link in my bio and book a complimentary planning call where I can get to know you and your travel needs.

You’ll also get to know me and how I can help you! Let’s chat.

22/07/2024

If you could choose between the love of your life or traveling the world...

Which country would you go to first?

19/07/2024

Why would someone book a trip with a travel advisor instead of on the internet? Here are a few reasons 👇

Handpicked Accommodations: Without having to scour the internet with browser tabs toggled between multiple hotels, you can’t keep track of endless review sites that don’t actually give you any clarity.

Expert Recommendations: Whether I’m matching you to that lesser-known but amazing local guide or helping you decide which tours and experiences best suit your style, I’m sharing insights from my personal travel experiences and my network of travel experts around the world.

Reclaiming time: I save my clients dozens of hours and weeks, or sometimes even months, of scouring the internet trying to figure out what to book and how to pull a great trip together.

If you haven’t experienced the absolute relief and ease of having an expert take care of your travel plans, friend, I promise you, it is SUCH a good feeling.

Here when you’re ready to travel with ease!

18/07/2024

Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends. The mind can never break off from the journey.

-Pat Conroy

17/07/2024

Pesky summer travel hiccups + what to do about them

➡️ Seat Swap Surprises

So, you’ve checked in online and picked your seats, but then you get to the airport and... surprise! They’ve changed.

What to Do: Head straight to the gate desk (not the ticketing counter). Gate agents are your best friends here—they can help fix the seating situation or find someone willing to switch seats.
Lost or Delayed Luggage

➡️ Your bags are MIA

What to do: Find the airline’s baggage desk near the baggage claim area and file a claim before you leave the airport. If you can’t locate the desk, call the airline ASAP to report your missing luggage.

Hang on to those receipts for any essentials you need to buy—just keep it reasonable (no designer splurges, unfortunately). Then, when you’re back, file a claim with your travel insurance. If you got

➡️ Delayed and cancelled flights

What to do: Check the Department of Transportation (DOT) Dashboard: If the delay is within the airline’s control, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Airline Customer Service Dashboard will show you what each airline should do to make it up to you.

➡️ Not Loving Your Hotel Room

Your room’s not up to par? Here’s how to get it sorted

What to do: Ask for the manager. Call from your room or go to the front desk and ask to speak to a manager. Be specific about the issues and honest about what resolution you’re seeking.

➡️ Rental Car Issues

What to do: If your rental car isn’t what you expected, contact the rental company’s customer service. They might be able to upgrade or switch your vehicle. Always check the car for damage before driving off the lot and report any issues immediately.

We hope you don‘t encounter any of these hiccups this summer, but if you do, use this as your quick start guide to problem-solving. Enjoy these blissful summer days!

16/07/2024

16/07/2024

I haven't been everywhere but it's on my list.

12/07/2024

Adventures fill your Soul

11/07/2024

What marks the official start of summer for you?

As a kid, I would have said that last glorious day of school.

Now, it doesn’t really feel like summer until we throw the burgers on the grill, pull out my tried and true potato salad recipe and have family and friends over].

How do you like to kick your summer off?

10/07/2024

If you can't stop thinking about it...
BOOK it!!!

09/07/2024

Money saved, money lost — it may seem cheaper to book a trip yourself but…

👉 You might snag a bargain flight, only to pay high baggage fees or get bumped if its overbooked.

👉 That cheaper hotel? It’s dated and lacks amenities.

👉 DIY travel planning often means missed discounts, exclusive deals, and insider tips that could save you more.

What I do is take my clients’ budgets and find the best value for their money.

It may mean recommending a hotel that’s a little bit more expensive but checks all of your boxes.

It could also mean recommending different travel dates so your costs are significantly cheaper.

It may even mean snagging you freebies, offers, and other value-adds you won’t get when you book yourself online.

Let‘s make smart choices together and stretch your vacation budget further without sacrificing quality or comfort. To get started with planning, send me a DM or check out the link in my bio to book a discovery call.

08/07/2024

Travel is the only thing that makes you richer!