Your Trip Expert

03/05/2024

Much needed.

Highgate Hotels has announced the upcoming opening of Oahu’s first adults-only hotel. | Romer House Waikiki is accepting reservations ahead of its opening on June 1, 2024 in the heart of Waikiki Beach. Here's what you need to know.

02/04/2024

This is not the fault of NCL. Several tour excursion companies guarantee to get you back to your ship, but this couple chose to go with an operator that didn’t.

A couple left behind on an African island by a Norwegian Cruise Line ship traveled through seven countries in 48 hours to catch up to the cruise — but now may not rejoin the ship.

24/03/2024

Our day started with a lovely guided walk through the hills along Lake Garda in Salo. I thoroughly enjoyed conversing with our guide, who also leads treks through the Dolomites. 🥾

Our education continued with a boat ride to the town of Sirmione. 🚤

Our dining deserves many individual posts to come. 🍽️

Please consider booking Lake Garda. I’m here to learn everything to make your trip “meraviglioso” - that means wonderful in Italian. 🇮🇹

17/02/2024

Game changer alert 🚨🚨🚨

Gale Miami Hotel & Residences will be opening in a few months. This 51-story property is the ideal location when visiting the busy Port of Miami along with Bayside, Kaseya Center, and Brightline.

Gale is an exquisitely designed project by the renowned architecture firm, Arquitectonica. With the collaborative efforts of Russell Galbut and Frank Del Rio, Chairman of NCL Holdings and former CEO of NCL, at the forefront, this exciting new property will impeccably cater to the ever-evolving needs of both passengers and cruise line executives. There are rumors of a complimentary shuttle to the port 🤞🤞🤞.

I was not only impressed with the views of the port from the large pool area, but also with the studio, one, and two-bedroom units, most with balconies and many offering kitchenettes or full kitchens. The spa will feature my personal favorite, a hammam, and in addition to several new restaurants coming opening on the property, they managed to add a speakeasy. Bonus!

Thank you so much to Maite, Mariana, and Lucas from the Gale’s dedicated and passionate sales team for my hard hat tour to see the work in progress. Thank you to Debra Lee, Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, for the invitation and our delicious lunch at Sexy Fish Miami.

07/02/2024

Experience the ultimate Caribbean getaway in Barbados, where crystal-clear waters and powdery white sand beaches await. My portfolio features an array of luxury resorts that offer world-class amenities and unparalleled service, making your stay truly unforgettable.

Delta is offering more beach destinations from its ATL, JFK and MSP hubs, improving access to the Caribbean and Mexico from across the U.S.

29/01/2024

My favorite hometown event of the year with my best friends! Sunday funday locals style. We are lucky to have the most beautiful beaches and warm weather in January. C’mon down. 🌞🌸👙👛🥂🌴

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23/01/2024

Thank you to .johns & for the invitation tonight to meet with some of my favorite luxury properties in Greece. The is a client favorite for good reason, is high on my personal bucket to visit, and all the properties deliver for families and romantic getaways for couples only. If you have questions about 4-5 star luxury properties in Greece please reach out. Too many photos to post. My Dad would be very happy the Greeks picked the very best Greek restaurant in Fort Lauderdale to host this beautiful dinner.

06/11/2023

Just arrived for four days of meetings with my travel suppliers and partners Signature Travel Network. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

29/10/2023

We splurged. It was worth it. Twelve course tasting menu. France & Japan. Inspired by Daishi made from the pure stream waters of Kyoto. The restaurant is only two years old and very close to a Michelin star. Our entire trip to Japan we happily ate the best street food and local restaurant food in the world, but I am happy we did this, too.

26/10/2023

We are working long days at Kormarine 2023 in South Korea, but making time for a walk in this beautiful area next to our hotel every morning.

23/10/2023

One full day in Tokyo. Tokyo is incredibly easy to navigate and you can find fun around every corner. This city tops my solo traveler list for women.

21/10/2023

This trip to Tokyo🗼was not planned like my regular travels. I only have about a day and a half on the ground. I didn’t have time for research. I arrived at the 🌆 in the early evening. The first thing I do in a new location is walk🚶🏻‍♀️as much as I can with no clear destination. I watch 👀 where the locals go. I found 🎯 the best sushi of my life 🍱🍣. Absolutely no one spoke English. Clearly a locals only place on this Saturday evening 🌙. The chefs couldn’t have been nicer. Plate after 🍽️ of divine sushi was served. I’m really tempted to go back again tonight 🤔.

With only one day in Tokyo and a passion for walking and trains, small beautiful places, local shops and neighborhoods, and not enough time or desire for tourist sites, where would you go?

📍Tokyo

19/10/2023

We had a two night stay last weekend at this contemporary and modern Marriott property near Disney. I love that we had complimentary transport service to all the parks. The girls were fully independent, but not too old to enjoy their loft bedroom in our family suite. Dinner was at Illume, the sushi restaurant on the rooftop with a great view of the fireworks each night at 9p. This was the best choice we could have made for our teenagers. I add perks with my Marriott and Ritz bookings for all my clients.

29/09/2023

As a Tauck Certified Agent I have been able to add many perks to my clients' bookings. In many cases that included a pre-hotel night for everyone in the family. My daughter and I loved our Family Bridges Rhine River cruise, our Alaskan adventure, and our trips to Zion, Bryce, and the Grand Canyon with Tauck. You have access to hotels inside the national parks, flightseeing over Denali was included, and we met a countess in a castle.

Celebrating 20 years as family travel specialists, Tauck Bridges has made it its mission to cater to the interests of multigenerational travelers since it was launched by Tauck in 2003. Today it is re

28/09/2023

Backroads just started a collection of women-only walking and hiking trips 👩🥾. Most of you know Backroads is my favorite ❤travel partner. I've been to Canada, Iceland, and Maine with Backroads 🌎. I'll feature many of these luxury women-only adventures on my social media. 📲

Book with me and you will receive a complimentary Patagonia backpack🎒. I will also help with your pre-and post-trip plans.

I can make many of the Backroads trips private for families or friends, too. It's a great way to travel with your family and add multi-generational. Cyclists, hikers, and yogis - Do you want to lead a Backroads trip and can guarantee ten additional travelers? Let's discuss it.

Backroads = Active Adventure + Luxury.

22/09/2023

Backroads just started a collection of women-only walking and hiking trips 👩🥾. Most of you know Backroads is my favorite ❤travel partner. I've been to Canada, Iceland, and Maine with Backroads 🌎. I'll feature many of these luxury women-only adventures on my social media. 📲

Book with me and you will receive a complimentary Patagonia backpack🎒. I will also help with your pre-and post-trip plans.

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16/08/2023

A 5.6 kilometer hike up to the Plain of Six Glaciers during a chilling light rain, was worth the payoff. The propane operated, electricity free, treehouse serves an extensive tea list, a locals favorite Arlo Barlo coffee made with chocolate, soup, chili with bread, a few kinds of sandwiches, and all the cakes and cookies to fill you back up for the long trek down the mountain. A small respite from the cold for the hungry hikers lucky enough to find this magical place in the mountains. Opened in 1927 in the Canadian Rockies the same family has operated it as an act of love for nature since 1959. These are more of these special places I can tell you about on a journey.

29/07/2023

My first stay at this property in Asheville, and I didn’t want to leave. You practically had to pull me out of here. Completely Henry 🐶 approved 🐾. Probably the nicest property I’ve stayed in that was dog friendly, too. What a nice change of pace to stay in Biltmore Village instead of my usual, downtown Asheville.

The staff was very friendly and greeted us with champagne. We had a large room with a beautiful and much-needed bathtub after our five days of hiking. The outside terrace was lovely. One could spend a full day just appreciating their expansive art collection.

This property felt luxurious and had a bit of classic glamour. It made me feel fancy, yet comfortable and at home. So much at home that I ran into friends at Red Stag Grill. The elk was recommended to us and it was superb.

Thank you Fravy, Karen Snodgrass Collazo, Rachel M., and Kessler Collection for ending my hiking trip on a mountain high and introducing me to this true Asheville gem.

06/07/2023

Something to think about when you are traveling this summer.

It’s been a few slow days for news given the July 4th holiday, but we did find something that might be useful to you and your clients. Vacationers can find it difficult to know what to tip abroa

23/06/2023

I can’t wait to arrange this yacht trip in Croatia for my clients. Yesterday was one of the best days I’ve ever had on a work/play trip. My partner in Croatia is the best!

18/05/2023

Gratulerer med dagen!

I was happy to celebrate Norway’s Constitution Day with Anniken Krutnes, our Ambassador for the Norwegian Embassy. Thank you to the Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce for hosting a lovely event. 🇳🇴🇳🇴🇳🇴.

14/05/2023

08/05/2023

T-Fest is all about connecting with my travel partners one on one. This time for me is priceless. My partners make my clients feel special and assist me in delivering luxury level service. It helps to know the team. These are just some of the beautiful people I spent time with today:

The Reykjavik Edition
And Beyond - portfolio
Villa Crespi
Andaz Amsterdam
Casa Malca
Hacienda Alta Gracia (Auberge)
Hotel De L’Europe
Grand Hotel Majestic..and my amazing travel partners representing 5-star properties in South Africa, Central America, Columbia, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

I now have a few more items on my bucket list ✈️ 🌍 🌄 🏖️.
TFest

08/05/2023

...about last night 🦩🍸💃🌮