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We have a way for you to chase away those winter blues ~ trade ‘em in for these Caribbean blues! 🩵🩵🩵Let us introduce you...
26/01/2025

We have a way for you to chase away those winter blues ~ trade ‘em in for these Caribbean blues! 🩵🩵🩵

Let us introduce you to a well-designed, all inclusive, adults-only, tropical, beachfront getaway 👇

Meet located only 20 mins from the Punta Cana airport on the island of the Dominican Republic.

Real talk~ not all inclusive resorts are truly all inclusive 🙃 but this one is! From the moment you check in, no wrist bands, and no ID checking (we loved that). From your mini frig to your morning snack at the expresso stand to your poolside cocktail to breakfast lunch and dinner among multiple restaurants is included.

Powder soft sand with plenty of chaises at the beach or if the pool is more your scene, there a few to choose from, plus lots of private nooks and seating spread out around this manageable sized property. 🏝️

Ask us for help to plan your winter vacay! It’s simple, stress free and you’ll save heaps of time avoiding those internet rabbit holes 🫠 Plus, your trip is always elevated and VIP’d booking through a pro! 🤩

🚨 If you’re thinking of traveling to the UK this year, here’s an important update:Starting in 2025 you may need an ETA t...
24/01/2025

🚨 If you’re thinking of traveling to the UK this year, here’s an important update:

Starting in 2025 you may need an ETA to enter the UK. Here’s everything you need to know.

1️⃣ Who needs one? Any visitors who do not need a visa for short stays in the UK (👉 for US passport holders, that’s us). All travelers, even babies must have one.

2️⃣ When to apply? Apply early (as early as you can), and it must be done before travel.

3️⃣ How long does it take to know if approved? Some travelers will have an immediate approval and the UK agency states you should have an answer within 3 days of applying.

4️⃣ How long is the ETA valid? 2 years

5️⃣ How to apply? Head to the official UK government website or even easier, download the UK ETA app. You’ll need to upload a photo of your passport and upload a photo of yourself. The cost is 10£ and payment can be done by credit card, debit card and even Apple Pay.

6️⃣ What do I do once approved? Once you’re approved, your ETA will be connected to your passport so all you’ll need day of travel is your passport document.

Now you’re ready to start planning your British adventure! 🇬🇧

👋 Hi from your professional travel advisor with a reminder for your next trip. 🌎 You could spend hours 😵‍💫 trying to DIY...
17/01/2025

👋 Hi from your professional travel advisor with a reminder for your next trip. 🌎

You could spend hours 😵‍💫 trying to DIY your dream vacation ~ or ~ you could work with us, a pro who’s been there, done that, and has the local partners to curate your perfect adventure.

With our expertise:
👉 You’ll save time (and your sanity)

👉 Your trip will be designed for your
specific preferences (no cookie cutter itineraries coming out of this office 🤓)

👉 You’ll get insider access and VIP perks you won’t find online.

🔑 Info: To get started, a trip design fee = $500-$900 depending on the trip’s scope.

✨ Bonus - there’s never a fee for hotel-only bookings for a single destination.

🧳 Cost of the trip? Our hotel rates match (or are better) best published refundable rates, and the rates we offer for touring and cruises are competitive with the added value of being vetted with authentic and top notch guides.

💠 Sites, and destinations can change (crowds, authenticity etc.) year to year and we always have the insider’s scoop!

More of the enchanting Strasbourg Christmas markets- because the magic is just too extraordinary not to share! 🎄 ❤️Are E...
21/12/2024

More of the enchanting Strasbourg Christmas markets- because the magic is just too extraordinary not to share! 🎄 ❤️

Are Europe’s Christmas markets on your travel list? 🌟 🎅 We can make that happen and now have first hand insider’s knowledge to create the best trip.

December in Paris! ✨🤩 🤍We missed a rare snowfall by just a few days, but still, our visit was beyond magical. There’s S...
14/12/2024

December in Paris! ✨🤩 🤍

We missed a rare snowfall by just a few days, but still, our visit was beyond magical. There’s SO much to experience in this incredible city, but let me make it easy ~ Top 5 places to see after dark:

🎀 Walk along the right bank and Rue Saint-Honoré ~ one of the glitziest shopping streets and some of the best decorations!

🎄Don’t miss seeing the sweetly decorated windows at Galleries Lafayette (the location on Haussmann) and the huge bedazzled Christmas tree inside.

🎁 There a few small Christmas markets including close to the Eiffel Tower, the Trocadero and Place de La Concorde (pro tip: if you’re top focus is on Europe’s Christmas markets, stay turned for 📍Strasbourg, Tallin and Helsinki details)

☕️ Skip the hot cocoa stands in the markets, and grab a cup to go in one the authentic chocolatier shops like - trust me, it will be one of the best cups of hot chocolate you’ve ever had. 🤤

🎠 Wander to Place Vendome, where you’ll find more holiday decor, a carousel and a beautiful place for afternoon tea (or your luxury stay 🌟)

🎻 Ask us how to book a classical concert featuring Mozart, Vivaldi and more -only one hour and held in one of Paris’s historic churches. Talk about great acoustics! (Our experience took place in one of the oldest in Paris dating back to the 13th century and featuring one of France’s best up and coming violinists)

Happy Thanksgiving everyone to you and yours!I always look forward to this long weekend for time to gather with family a...
28/11/2024

Happy Thanksgiving everyone to you and yours!

I always look forward to this long weekend for time to gather with family and friends, take pause, turn that out of office on, and reflect on my abundant gratitude being a part of the travel industry. These last 8 years have been a wild ride, and my loyal clients, hardworking supply partners around the world, fellow advisors who I now call friends, and the opportunity to travel to incredible destinations have my heart feeling full 💟

A pro’s tip for 24 hours in Rome! 1️⃣ Get up early and we mean 6am early. You’ll have sites like the Trevi Fountain and ...
27/11/2024

A pro’s tip for 24 hours in Rome!

1️⃣ Get up early and we mean 6am early. You’ll have sites like the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon (almost 😉) all to yourself

2️⃣ Put on your walking shoes! Rome is a very walkable city and make sure you discover neighborhoods like Trastevere, an artsy neighborhood best for a local lunch 🍝

3️⃣ Plan for a private aperitivo tour to wrap up your day! We loved meeting .brancatisano who knows where all the best off the beaten path bites and sips are to be found 🍷

Whether in Rome for one night or 4, we’ll guide you to the best hotels in the city - there are too many to choose from so let’s make it easier and book with us 💫

👋 from and our top 5 things we loved about our stay 👇1️⃣ This boutique hotel partner of ours has a strong sense of pl...
13/11/2024

👋 from and our top 5 things we loved about our stay 👇

1️⃣ This boutique hotel partner of ours has a strong sense of place with natural materials and Chilean textiles.
2️⃣ The food wasn’t just ‘good’, it was delish!
3️⃣ The peaceful mornings (tune into the last slide with sound on 🦜 🎶)
4️⃣ Walkable to San Pedro de Atacama town where you’ll find local restaurant options and souvenirs.
5️⃣ Helpful staff for everything from dining recommends, to questions about touring the Atacama area, to attentive housekeepers 💫

Postcards from 🤩🤩🤩Just back and WOW ~ this place is the next level of magic. Picture all-inclusive perks in the heart ...
01/11/2024

Postcards from 🤩🤩🤩

Just back and WOW ~ this place is the next level of magic. Picture all-inclusive perks in the heart of the Atacama region of Chile, delicious food, top notch service, soothing spa treatments and local guides who know the region inside and out, plus the main attraction - stargazing that will leave you speechless. ✨

Thank you for the opportunity to experience one of your special properties. 🔑

We’ve got the inside scoop and firsthand destination knowledge to design your Chile trip! 🇨🇱

Let me tell you about a truly remarkable place on our planet you may not have heard of ~ Atacama Desert, Chile 🇨🇱 🤍 Salt...
30/10/2024

Let me tell you about a truly remarkable place on our planet you may not have heard of ~ Atacama Desert, Chile 🇨🇱

🤍 Salt and more salt! You’ll find places like Céjar Lagoon where the high concentration of salt will have your morning swim feel like you’re floating on a cloud

🦩 One of the driest places on earth but also one that wildlife like flamingos can survive

⛰️ Sacred lands, and volcano vistas in the Andes mountains to explore

✨ Elevations ranging from 8,000-15,000 feet, and one of the darkest skies on the planet - you’ll see the Milky Way and more.

This place is what adventures are made of, so grab your bestie and reach out to us so we can make that happen for you 🙌

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Looking for an intimate, peaceful and gastronomic romantic escape? is more than just a stay - Its what a vacation shoul...
14/10/2024

Looking for an intimate, peaceful and gastronomic romantic escape? is more than just a stay - Its what a vacation should feel like and an unforgettable experience.

Stick with us while we tell the story of a stay here! ✨

🛎️ You’ll arrive via a more rugged road with the lure and feeling of getting off the beaten path (but still not far from the Sardinian beaches). Plus, you’ll be warmly welcomed in what feels like a creative and well designed estate.

🍴 Sardinia is an island known for its gastronomy and with at the helm of this kitchen, you’ll be dreaming about his Michelin starred tasting menu long after your return home.

🌿 The grounds here are serene and truly magical, sprinkled with a rocky landscape, indigenous gardens and that sweeping vista down to the sea? Perfection for an apéritif. 🥂

🔑 You’ll have a range of room categories to choose from, all private and with a private terrace. We fell in love with our pool suite, a roomy private cottage with living room, spacious bathroom and pool and those views 🤩

🦋 Last but certainly not least - the spa. You’ll weave your way through large boulders to a garden cottage setting where the therapists will ease you into a state of blissful relaxation.

Are you ready for a trip to Sardinia? 🇮🇹

Ready for your next destination inspo? We’ve got it for you ~ Costa Smeralda, Sardinia 🩵📍 Where? An island off the weste...
11/10/2024

Ready for your next destination inspo? We’ve got it for you ~ Costa Smeralda, Sardinia 🩵

📍 Where? An island off the western coast of Italy & this region in the northeast corner of the island. You’ll get there via daily flights from mainland Italy, London and more.

😍 Why? You love crystal clear waters, swimming, boating and sipping on Italian wine paired with incredible fresh seafood.

🏨 Stay? In general, the best 5* luxury hotels are located in this region (stay tuned for more detailed posts on our hotel reviews.)

📅 When? The season here is pretty short, May to Sept (many places close by Sept 15th), and you’ll want to consider the beginning or the end of the season to avoid the jam packed (and terrible traffic) busiest peak season.

🤓 What else to know? This is an area of the island to ‘see and be seen’ with mega yachts, luxury branded shopping and a higher budget needed for hotel stays. A rental car for self-drive is best to navigate since taxis and private drivers are limited. One of the highlights is getting out to the nearby National Park, La Maddelena Archipelago- ask us about setting up a private RIB boat day- We loved it so much, we went out twice! Thank you and 🧜‍♀️ 🌊 ☀️

Sardinia now on your radar? Send us a message to get started

I have a confession to make and I have a feeling I’m not alone. 👋 👀👇As much as we all love summertime~ the beach, the wa...
30/08/2024

I have a confession to make and I have a feeling I’m not alone. 👋 👀👇

As much as we all love summertime~ the beach, the warm sunshine, the fresh produce that garnishes our dinner tables, I love fall maybe just a little bit more. 🍁 🧣 🪵 🌅 🍄‍🟫

One of the reasons I (and many of my clients!) have fallen for this season is it happens to be one of the best times to travel to the busier European destinations with fewer lines, better value for those luxury hotel rooms you’ve had your eye on from the latest edition of 🌟, less expensive flights, and the chance to bundle up in your cutest scarf and boots and get cozy.

When you plan a trip with us, you get a real person to see your trip through from our consultation to your arrival safe and sound back home. 🙌 Let’s make it happen!

Planning with a travel advisor for the first time? Cheers to that! 🌟🥂 ✈️ And what took you so long? 😉 We’ve started work...
21/08/2024

Planning with a travel advisor for the first time? Cheers to that! 🌟🥂 ✈️

And what took you so long? 😉

We’ve started working with quite a few new clients that are self-proclaimed travel DIY’ers. But after hearing about our client (who also happens to be their trusted friend) talking about the
AH-mazing trip we designed, they decided to reach out. 👋

Here’s the top 3 reasons why these new clients fall for us 🫶🏼

1️⃣ Insider, up to date and knowledgeable destination intel
2️⃣ Saves hours of valuable time
3️⃣ You just went from the trip organizer and daily coordinator to sitting back and enjoying your vacation!

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👋 Just back from📍Opatija, CroatiaWelcome to .hotel, the best address along the Opatija Riviera and here’s why:🫶🏼 You’ll ...
07/06/2024

👋 Just back from📍Opatija, Croatia

Welcome to .hotel, the best address along the Opatija Riviera and here’s why:

🫶🏼 You’ll love this walkable location with sea views for breakfast, your afternoon swim and glowing sunsets.

🍴Gastronomy? Oooh yes

🍃 When you’re ready to get your zen on, the spa’s naturally sourced ingredients, and their unique offerings like crystal sound therapy will have you feeling relaxed and in vacay-mode.

🚤 You’ll enjoy one of the world’s exclusive Riva lounges on property- and the option to cruise the Adriatic coast on one of these gorgeous Italian crafted boats.

🎼 The hotel’s elegant decor - an ode to the 19th century royals, artists and musical composers.

👉 I know we’re all about summer at the moment, but it’s worth mentioning fall travel offers great prices and is still a beautiful time to visit. We can’t wait to share our intel and create an Istrian itinerary for you!

You know what always surprises me? When I’m on a flight, my seat neighbor asks what I do, and after my reply, their resp...
07/06/2024

You know what always surprises me? When I’m on a flight, my seat neighbor asks what I do, and after my reply, their response is, ‘travel agents still exist?’ 🤨

We do! And believe it or not, we travel advisors have an overwhelming amount of business these days 🥳

When you’re a discerning traveler and want to be sure that your vacation is seamless, and exceptional (including extra value and VIP services you would miss out booking on your own), queue up your professional travel advisor. 👋

We go to great lengths to understand what you’re looking for then work with our trusted global network to take the stress of planning off your shoulders. The result? You get to land at the airport, pick up your luggage and start a vacay that’s been designed especially for you. 🎯

Ready, set, jet!

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Looking ahead and getting ready to hit send 📤 on clients’ final summer itineraries- the office is buzzing! ❌ But all th...
24/05/2024

Looking ahead and getting ready to hit send 📤 on clients’ final summer itineraries- the office is buzzing!

❌ But all those curated details don’t happen overnight or even over a few weeks.

Here’s your reminder 🤓 to think ahead - especially when it comes to peak summer season and travel to popular destinations such as the Croatian coast, Amalfi region in Italy and the Greek islands. How far ahead? We suggest giving us a shout at least 6 months in advance to have the best availability for hotel choices and rates, securing the best guides, and the availability to get on our planning schedule.

Our ultimate goal = the experiences you want, where you want, with our insider’s gems sprinkled in for an AMAZING trip! 💫 💫💫

🔑 Want to know one of the most important parts of planning your travel?This may come as a surprise, but securing travel ...
09/02/2024

🔑 Want to know one of the most important parts of planning your travel?

This may come as a surprise, but securing travel insurance and protecting your trip 🛡️

🚫 But wait don’t scroll past this post!
We’ve got some common myths about travel insurance.

🔷Myth: Travel insurance is expensive. Reality: The cost of a policy is often minimal compared to the potential financial risks of losing your entire trip investment. Depending on age and who’s traveling, policy costs start at about 10% of the total trip cost.

🔷 Myth: Travel insurance companies take forever to pay a claim. Reality: As a professional travel advisor, we’ve seen our share of travel claims and typically, clients will see a reimbursement for covered reasons within 6-8 weeks.

🔷 Myth: my credit card provides coverage. Reality: be sure to read the fine print, many credit cards have restrictions and may not cover all aspects of your trip.

🔷 Myth: I’m healthy, so why purchase travel protection. Reality: Travel covers more than just medical emergencies for the traveler. It provides protection against severe weather, civil unrest, and if a family member back home has a medical emergency, these policies protect you against trip interruption too.

Life is full of surprises, including unexpected emergencies and global events that may cut your trip short. Travel insurance to the rescue 🛟 You’ll have access to someone 24/7 (who also speaks the local language where you’re traveling) and will help you sort out the way home. It’s your all-in-one safety net. ✨

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