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Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun is my number one recommendation for adults only luxury at an all inclusive resort in Cancun. It is consistently raved about from my clients, colleagues and even #1 rated on TripAdvisor. Set on an idyllic white sand beach overlooking the serene blue Caribbean Sea, Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun beckons with an experience that takes luxury to another level. Newly transformed, this luxe, adults-only, all-inclusive once again ra

Are you one of those modern couples who already has all the pots, pans and china that you could ever use? One of the latest trends in Honeymoon/Romance travel is the use of a “Honeymoon Registry”. I can work with you to choose the perfect honeymoon and, once the reservation is made, I can help you set up an online registry through which you can have your guests contribute to the cost of the trip, instead of purchasing another silver flower vase! I recently had a bridal couple

Maui is the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands and is one of the most popular islands to visit. World-famous beaches, migrating humpback whales, sustainable cuisine and beautiful family-friendly resorts are what the island is most known for. 1. Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa Set right on Ka’anapali Beach, once named one of America’s best beaches, Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa offers a luxury Hawaiian experience. Eight onsite restaurants cover any type of cuisine you w

Too Many Americans Skip their VacationWhat? You’re thinking of skipping your vacation again this year? After such a tough year? Americans are among the hardest working people in the world...and receive the fewest vacation days from our employers. So why is it that every year Americans throw away an estimated 415 million vacation days by skipping their vacation! If you are in a leadership role at your place of work, not taking time off from work can prove to be more harmful t

Ahhh....the images we have in our head of the stuffy, usually British, Butler – almost always named Jeeves! But let’s be honest...most of us have no real reference other than a few TV sitcoms like “Benson”, “Family Affair” and “The Fresh Prince of Belair”. Or maybe “Downton Abbey”. In the real world, Butler Service is becoming a much sought-after perk at many All-Inclusive resorts and on some Cruises. It sounds romantic having someone at your beck-and-call ready to serve you

In my 10+ years as a travel professional, I’ve been asked lots of questions about passports. Personally, I think that every US Citizen should be required to have a passport. It just makes sense to me, and I have seen too many people have to miss out on an amazing last-minute travel opportunity because they aren’t prepared. If you are over 16, the passport books are good for 10 years, so the pro-rated cost is about $15 per year. Certainly a great value! Yes, it can be a little

I'm not a huge resolution-maker, but I have learned from some extremely smart mentors to sit down each year to reflect on the past and plan for the future. Here are just a couple of suggestions for YOU to think over before another year gets away from us: 1. Historically, the busiest month of the year for travel professionals is January because families and friends get together over the holidays and discuss their travel dreams for the upcoming year. Have you thought about it

Around the globe, the New Year is welcomed with many varied traditions. Here are a few - which international custom will you adopt? In Spain it’s customary to eat 12 grapes, one at each stroke of the midnight bell. It’s believed that each grape represents a month of luck in the new year. People gather in city plazas to eat grapes and drink Cava (Spanish sparkling wine) The Danes smash plates against doors as the new year begins; it’s believed that doing so banishes bad spirit

Have you ever considered taking it on the road over the holidays? No? Why not??? Here are Five great reasons why a holiday AWAY makes perfect sense: 1. Use Fewer Vacation Days Extending a holiday that most people already have off minimizes the amount of time needed off from work. More bang for your buck! Save those vacation days for later! 2. Step Away from The Hustle Bustle Holidays can be a source of major stress for families (especially moms) as they juggle preparations,

Surviving Holiday Travel It has always struck me as "crazy" when I see the insane TSA security lines and hear stories about the airport traffic and lack of parking around the busiest flying time of the year, but I also realize that some people have no choice but to brave the elements to make it home for the Holidays. If you do have to travel during the "season of crazies", here are some tips to help you retain a little bit of your sanity: 1. Plan Ahead and Do Your Research! M

Italy is, by far, the most popular European Country requested by my clients....in fact, over 46 million tourists visit this amazing country every year. They come from all over the world, for many different reasons, and many will return again and again for that magic that only Italy can deliver. Italians are very kind, outgoing, family-centric and extremely patient (unless they are driving!). The Italians realize how blessed they are to be the safe keepers of some of history’s

1. Visit O Chateau for the absolute BEST wine experience! They offer so many options...ranging from a single glass of wine to a Champagne Cruise on the Seine to a full day small-group tour to the Champagne region of France! www.o-chateau.com/paris-wine-tasting 2. Stop in to the L’Orangerie museum to get “up close and personal” with Monet’s incredible Water Lilies. This small museum is easy to get in and out of, usually with no crowds, and is a fantastic way to see some of t

Here are ten ACTUAL complaints received from dissatisfied customers of mine and some of my fellow travel professionals...we really couldn’t make this stuff up if we tried! 10. “It’s lazy of the local shopkeepers in Puerto Vallarta to close in the afternoons. I often needed to buy things during ‘siesta” time – this should be banned.” 9. “The beach was too sandy. We had to clean everything when we returned to our room.” 8. “They should not allow topless sunbathing on the bea

“One day...we’re going to take the kids to Hawaii!”, “We really want to travel over to Europe, but we’re waiting until the kids are older” ; “We really want to go out West and see the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone, but our summers are just too busy”. Do any of those statements sound familiar to you? The average American family doesn’t think they spend enough time together (guilty). Between zoom meetings, online school, and adjusting to virtual life it’s no surprise that we are

I am excited to get back to ultra-luxe bucket list travel. The Maldives are open for tourism with reasonable and safe Covid-19 protocols currently in place. The Maldives is a nation of islands in the Indian ocean that spans across the equator. They have coral reefs that account for 5% of the planet's reefs which offer vivid bands of color. The small islands have white, soft sand surrounded by the clearest shallow waters imaginable. This is the perfect destination for a buc

The island of paradise! Famously known for being the vacation spot of all dreams, Aruba is a true tropical, adventurous getaway. Aside from the golden sunshine that highlights your every step from plane touch down, to begrudging goodbye, some of Aruba’s main draws to tourism reside in the wide expanse of activities available for travelers. Whether your ‘cup of tea’ resides in chilling ocean side on a world renowned beach, or snorkeling the ruins of 20th century maritime pride