Experience Culture Travel

23/04/2025

In honor of World Book Day, here are a few destinations that feel like they’re straight out of a novel:

📖 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘆𝗹𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮, 𝗥𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮 – Gothic castles & misty mountains = perfect for vampire lore
📖 𝗢𝘅𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱, 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 – Wander the halls that inspired Harry Potter and The Golden Compass
📖 𝗞𝘆𝗼𝘁𝗼, 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻 – Pages come to life among temples and geisha districts, often featured in historical fiction

What’s a book that made you want to travel somewhere new? Drop your favorite below! 📚✈️"

21/04/2025

🌿 𝗛𝗲 𝗜𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻 — 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠 𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙃𝙚 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠𝙚𝙙 🌅

Imagine standing in the 𝗨𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺, climbing the 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀, or being 𝗯𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻—all while surrounded by the beauty and history of the Holy Land. 🇮🇱✨

I can help you plan a 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵-𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 to Israel where you can:
✝️ Take communion in the Upper Room
🌊 Be baptized or re-baptized in the River Jordan
👣 Walk in the footsteps of Jesus through Jerusalem, Galilee, and beyond
🏘 Stay in a private villa in an olive grove with breakfasts & dinners included

These exclusive experiences for groups of 8-12 people are unforgettable for individuals and incredibly powerful for church groups and congregations. If your church is dreaming of a trip to grow in faith and fellowship—I’d love to help make it a reality in ways most larger group tours can't.

📩 DM me or 𝘁𝗮𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 below to start the conversation.

18/04/2025

🇮🇪 to rolling green hills, ancient castles, and unforgettable memories with an amazing group of travelers! ☘️✨

In March, I led a group trip through Ireland—complete with lively pubs, breathtaking coastal views, and experiences that brought history and culture to life. From taking in the Cliffs of Moher to sharing laughs over traditional music in Galway, it was the kind of journey you don’t forget.

💚 Want a behind-the-scenes look? I just shared a full recap of our Irish Adventure on the blog—photos, highlights, and moments that made it truly special.

👉 https://www.experienceculturetravel.com/past-trips/irish-adventure-25
🔁 Tag someone you'd love to experience Ireland with on a future trip!

16/04/2025

Craving somewhere off the beaten path? Add Georgia to your list (yes, the country!🙃) 🇬🇪

Hike through the Caucasus Mountains, sip wine from the world’s oldest wine region, and explore the cobblestone charm of Tbilisi. A perfect blend of rugged adventure and rich culture!

14/04/2025

Which type of traveler are you? Drop your answers below! ⬇️

🏕️ Adventure or 🏨 Luxury?
✈️ Fast-paced or 🏝️ Slow travel?
🌍 Solo or 👯‍♀️ Group trips?

12/04/2025

Did you know that in Japan, it’s considered rude to tip? Instead, excellent service is simply expected. 🙌

What’s the most surprising cultural fact you’ve learned while traveling?

11/04/2025

𝐇𝐎𝐓 𝐎𝐅𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒! is returning to in 2026!

𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙖𝙣𝙨, 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙊𝙣𝙚'𝙨 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙔𝙤𝙪!

ROGUE ON THE RHÔNE: A LEGENDARY VOYAGE WITH GRAHAM MCTAVISH
8 Day River Cruise Arles to Lyon
𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟵-𝟭𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
From $4780 per person. Airfare not included.

Ready to raise a glass and hear epic tales on the Rhône? 🍷⚔️ Join Graham McTavish — Outlander star, bestselling author and Avalon’s official storyteller — for a once-in-a-lifetime cruise through Provence and Burgundy.

Sail the Rhône on Avalon's luxurious Suite Ship, where every day delivers riveting stories, legendary scenery and exclusive moments with the man himself. This Active & Discovery itinerary is built for adventurers, history buffs, wine lovers — and anyone who’s ready for a cruise that’s straight out of a storybook. Spots will go fast.

Ready to grab your spot? PM me and we'll get you a spot on the ship!

10/04/2025

They’ve been your first adventure buddy, your built-in best friend (or friendly rival 😉), and now… 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧! 🌎✨ Whether it’s reminiscing about childhood road trips or making new memories abroad, traveling with siblings is a bond like no other.

Why sibling travel is amazing:
👫 Built-in travel buddy – No awkward icebreakers needed!
🌍 Shared nostalgia – Visiting places tied to family history or childhood dreams.
😂 Inside jokes for days – Because every trip comes with its own hilarious moments.

Whether you're hiking through Costa Rica’s jungles, wandering the streets of Rome, or reliving childhood beach vacations—traveling together strengthens your connection in the best way, as these photos of client siblings and my own kids show.

Tag your sibling and tell us: Where’s your dream destination to explore together? 🗺️👇

08/04/2025

𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸: Want to blend in while traveling? Research the local fashion and aim for neutral, respectful attire. Not only will you feel more comfortable, but you might even get better treatment from locals!

What’s your #1 packing tip?

05/04/2025

Did you know Guatemala is home to over 30 volcanoes, colorful markets, and one of the most stunning lakes in the world—Lake Atitlán? 🌋✨ If you love adventure and culture, this hidden gem deserves a spot on your bucket list!

Would you explore it? Drop a 🌎 in the comments!

01/04/2025

🚨 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧: 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗔… 𝗕𝗬 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗟! 🐫❄️

I'm beyond excited to announce the most unique group trip yet—𝙖 𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚-𝙞𝙣-𝙖-𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙡 𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙠 𝙖𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨 𝘼𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖! 🌍🐪 Because why should camels only roam the desert?

Highlights include:
❄️ Riding a caravan of cold-resistant camels (bred for extreme temperatures!)
🏕️ Glamping in heated igloos with penguins as your neighbors
🍽️ Michelin-starred iceberg dining—ever had a frozen cocktail on an actual glacier?
🌅 A "beach day" on Antarctica’s warmest summer afternoon (a balmy 10°F!)

Spots are extremely limited, so act fast! 🏃‍♀️💨

…𝗢𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝘆𝗯𝗲 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗱. 😉 April Fools!

31/03/2025

I love an opportunity to use my public speaking and teaching skillset, and today at the Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum I got to moderate a panel on Destination Management Companies. I regularly utilize DMCs to help craft unique and immersive itineraries and so it was a fun panel for me!

31/03/2025

Renewing online is a newer option and can make your life easier. Check the requirements below to see if you can utilize this option!

Wondering if you qualify for online passport renewal? Here are the key requirements:
✅The passport you are renewing is/was valid for 10 years, and you are age 25 or older.
✅ Your passport is either expiring within one year or has expired less than five years ago.
✅ You live in the United States (either state or territory).
✅ Your most recent passport is in your possession and was never reported as lost or stolen.
✅ You are comfortable paying online and uploading your own passport photo.
Learn more at travel.state.gov/renewonline

31/03/2025

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗳𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀? Try one of these bucket-list river & expedition cruises instead! 🚢 🌍

🌿 Amazon River Cruise – Wildlife, remote villages & jungle adventures
🏔️ Norwegian Fjords Cruise – Stunning scenery & Northern Lights views
🕌 Nile River Cruise – Temples, tombs & history along Egypt’s lifeline

Which one would you pick? 👇

30/03/2025

Starting today until Thursday morning, I will be out of the office with limited access to emails as I am attending the Las Vegas Travel Agent Forum.

Im excited to get 1-1 time with many of my favorite tour operators and destination management companies that I use to create the trips my clients love, and to be able to network with hundreds of other travel industry professionals in order to learn and leverage best practices across the industry!

30/03/2025

Behind every small business is a passion, a dream, and a lot of dedication! 💜 As the owner of 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥, I’ve built my business around helping travelers connect with the world in a meaningful way—crafting culturally immersive itineraries and unforgettable experiences.

Being a small business owner means every trip I plan is personal—not just a transaction, but a 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪. Your support allows me to keep doing what I love, and for that, I’m incredibly grateful. 💕

So today, on 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐨𝐦 & 𝐏𝐨𝐩 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲, I just want to say THANK YOU to my amazing clients! Your trust in me means everything. 🌍✨

If you’ve traveled with me before, drop a ✈️ in the comments! If you’re new here, let’s start planning your next adventure! 🚀

28/03/2025

Heading 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡? 🥾

Here’s what you shouldn’t forget in your adventure travel pack:
🎒 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸 – Lightweight & waterproof
🦟 𝗕𝘂𝗴 𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗮𝘆 – Essential for jungle & safari trips
🩹 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗸𝗶𝘁 – Always be prepared
🔦 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗽 – For night hikes or power outages

What’s your must-have travel item? Drop it below! 👇

27/03/2025

🌿 𝐆𝐚𝐥á𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐬 – 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🌊

Join me on a 𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚-𝙞𝙣-𝙖-𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 to the breathtaking 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗼𝘀 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 from 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟭𝟯-𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 🐢🏝️

✨ 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
✔️ Roundtrip 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗮 𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 from MSP ✈️
✔️ 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝟭𝟰 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 🍽️
✔️ 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 in the itinerary, including a 𝗦𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗵𝗶𝗸𝗲 🌋
✔️ 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗼𝗻-𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 🚐
✔️ Explore 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗼, 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹, 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗮, 𝗜𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗮, & 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝘇 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 🏝️
✔️ Experience 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 🌿

💰 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞: $5,230 pp (with airfare) | $4,125 pp (without airfare)
🔹 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 $𝟰𝟬𝟬 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁!

Our last Travel with Kara group went to 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁. 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸'𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 and was an amazing experience, so 𝙮𝙤𝙪'𝙡𝙡 𝙙𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙂𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙤𝙨!

📩 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙! Email me at [email protected] or visit www.experienceculturetravel.com/galapagos to book.