Joanne Dunmyre - Vacation Designer

21/08/2024

If you're looking for a different kind of cruise experience, now is a good time to book an adults only Virgin Voyages cruise. For a very limited time, they have extended the 70% off a 2nd Sailor offer plus free balcony upgrades on most sailings in 2025 and 2026.

Alex and I loved our Virgin Voyages cruise a few years ago!

01/08/2024

We went on a great Curaçao history and culture tour yesterday. Kudos to our guide, Anita, who was not only knowledgeable but so much fun!

31/07/2024

First day at Dreams Curacao Resort, Spa & Casino, enjoying the beach, pool, and sunset.

30/07/2024

Renaissance Wind Creek Resort in Curacao is a welcoming hotel with spacious, upscale rooms and a bright and upbeat lobby. It has quite the creative infinity pool and beach. The infinity pool overlooks the sea, and a sand beach merges into the pool creating a natural beach feel. Lights at night create a great ambience to sit and have a drink.

29/06/2024

Did you know there are all-inclusive resorts in Greece? These beautiful photos were taken by my clients during their stay in Crete. The evening in Athens included a hotel with a rooftop bar and view of the Acropolis.

24/06/2024

Beautiful but hot day in Texas Hill Country.

07/06/2024

Dewey Beach. One of our perennial favorites.

02/06/2024

Who doesn't like good food when they travel? Which of these cities on the list of top foodie cities in the world would you want to visit? My choices would be Naples, Montreal, and an trip back to Lyon!

Time Out’s Best Cities for Food 2024
1. Naples, Italy
2. Johannesburg, South Africa
3. Lima, Peru
4. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
5. Beijing, China
6. Bangkok, Thailand
7. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
8. Mumbai, India
9. Dubai, UAE
10. Portland, USA
11. Liverpool, UK
12. Medellín, Colombia
13. Seville, Spain
14. Porto, Portugal
15. Marrakech, Morocco
16. Lyon, France
17. Sydney, Australia
18. Montreal, Canada
19. Osaka, Japan
20. Copenhagen, Denmark

Time Out’s released a round-up of the best spots in the world for a food-based city break. Here are the gourmand destinations that topped the list.

27/05/2024

Stopped by the Acqualina Resort in Sunny Isles for an incredible dinner at Il Mulino. Pictures of the pool and outdoor areas taken close to sunset.

23/04/2024

Good food and good drinks in Austin! These are some of the places we visited, including the Texas Farmers' Market at Mueller.

21/04/2024

Mayfield Park House and Gardens in Austin.

18/04/2024

What's up next on your travel list?

11/04/2024

I just finished reading Dust Child by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai (highly recommend), and the description of the food sounded so good! I'll have to see if I can get to this restaurant when I'm in Miami later this year.

Let’s hear it for the delicious Tâm Tâm, who has just received a prestigious MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand recognition 🥳🍾 Miami now has 19 Bib Gourmand restaurants!

Inspired by “quán nhậu” taverns, Tâm Tâm is a Vietnamese restaurant in Downtown Miami 🏙️that serves up delectable and traditional dishes that are sure to impress.

They are open from 5:30pm to 11pm Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are recommended for this trendy spot 😋

06/04/2024

April 6 is National Tartan Day!
Whether you've got Scottish blood in your veins or just love shortbread, today's the day to plan a visit to Scotland. Groups, families or couples; ultra-luxury or on a budget; on your own or part of a tour... There's no wrong way to explore the land of unicorns, castles, and whiskey -- and we can arrange it all for you.

24/02/2024

The solar eclipse is happening on April 8. For my local friends in Pittsburgh, you can go to Erie or Cleveland to try to catch it, but why not make a spring trip out of it and go to Austin or San Antonio? Check out the map in this CNN article for the eclipse path. Pick your destination and give me a call so we can get you on your way.

The total solar eclipse passing over North America is less than two months away. Some spots in the path of totality are nearly booked up, but it’s not too late.

24/01/2024

Wow what an adventure! My clients did the BridgeClimb to the summit of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge on their recent trip to Australia. Who wants to try it next?

18/12/2023

I completed this training in memory of my dear friend Terry, so that I can help families with an autistic member or autistic individuals find vacation options that meet their needs and that they can enjoy.

31/10/2023

I have bingo! Do you?

Let's play bingo (haunted edition)! 🦇🎃 Give yourself a space for every spooky destination you've visited. Tell us if you won your bingo card!

-Edinburgh, Scotland: Known as one of the most haunted cities in Europe.

-Salem, Massachusetts: Famous for the Salem witch trials.

-New Orleans, Louisiana: Known for being one of the most haunted cities in the United States.

-London, England: Home of the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, and the Old Bailey, all known for their ghostly sightings.

-Transylvania, Romania: Bran Castle, often linked to Dracula, is a must-visit for vampire enthusiasts.

-Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: The site of the American Civil War battle and is believed to be one of the most haunted places in America. Ghost tours and paranormal investigations are popular activities here.

-Charleston, South Carolina: Home to numerous haunted places, including the Old City Jail and the Battery Carriage House Inn, both known for their ghostly occurrences.

-Prague, Czech Republic: With its Gothic architecture and dark history, Prague exudes an eerie atmosphere.

28/10/2023

A drive through Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest on a misty fall day

03/10/2023

I'd choose #3. I really enjoyed the excursion to Heidelberg on my AmaWaterways Rhine river cruise.

Helsinki, Finland; Ha Long Bay, Vietnam; or Heidelberg, Germany - which one would you choose? 🤔

21/09/2023

Who likes pickleball and river cruising? I was on an Ama river cruise last fall and loved it!

25/06/2023

I love a good murder mystery. What fun to combine an interactive murder mystery adventure with a resort stay! Mohonk Mountain House in New York, Wilburton Inn in Vermont, Vermejo, a Ted Turner Reserve in New Mexico, or Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada, Florida -- which one would you choose?

Four hotels where mystery lovers can channel their inner Agatha Christie or Sherlock Holmes with a bit of sleuthing.

12/06/2023

Evening at the beach, enjoying some of our favorite spots in Rehoboth.

05/06/2023

Pick the image that best matches your current mood:
A. Gullfoss Falls, Iceland
B. Muskoka, Canada
C. Montego Bay, Jamaica

28/05/2023

Calling all Frontline Medical Heroes -- active medical professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, hospital staff, lab technicians) and active first responders (Emergency Medical Services/paramedics).

In appreciation for all that you have done during the pandemic and continue to do, AmaWaterways is offering you a complimentary river cruise through December 31, 2023. There are select sailings, and you must be traveling with one paying guest in the same stateroom. Send me a message to learn about this great opportunity!

22/05/2023

Italy is on my mind. Capri anyone?

Looking to extend those warm sunny summer months into fall? Here are just a few ideas for trips to take in the fall to hang onto that sunshine just a little bit longer:

Lagos, Portugal
Bali, Indonesia
Capri, Italy

If you need more suggestions, we're just a phone call away!

19/05/2023

Here's part of Italy you may not know about -- Matera and its cave dwellings carved into the mountainside. My clients took this video on their recent trip and loved it!

06/04/2023

I'm so happy my clients are enjoying the view from their balcony at Couples Tower Isle, Ocho Rios, Jamaica!

08/03/2023

I'd love to try this restaurant the next time I'm in New York City. Food just like my grandmother's? Oh yes, please! Let me know if you want to go to New York to experience it, and I'd be happy to plan your trip.

23/02/2023

We didn't make it back to Vizcaya on our last trip to Florida, but I'd love to visit again the next time I'm in Miami! Maybe combine it with Miami Spice Restaurant month, too!

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