(note: I’m based in Nashville, so wrote this from my personal perspective, but this blog can apply to many gateway cities in the U.S.) Spring break with the family doesn’t have to mean crowded beaches, long lines, or repeating last year’s trip. Thanks to new nonstop flights from Nashville and easy access to destinations in […]

Morocco represents an intriguing blend of ancient traditions and modern luxury, where centuries of multicultural influences have created a fascinating destination. Culturally, Morocco is a mosaic of Berber, Arab, African, and French traditions, which are reflected in the architecture, cuisine, and rhythm of daily life. Islamic heritage profoundly shapes its social fabric, evident in its […]

When I visited Puerto Rico on a cruise back in 2019, I’ll admit—I wasn’t expecting much. I’d been to plenty of Caribbean islands before, and I thought Puerto Rico might feel like more of the same. Instead, I stepped off the ship in San Juan and quickly realized how wrong I was. Puerto Rico turned […]

I just returned from a transformational week at Virtuoso Travel Week, a global gathering of the most respected luxury travel advisors, hoteliers, cruise lines, tour operators, and destination experts from around the world. After six full days and over 160 meetings, three travel trends became very clear: 1. Multigenerational Travel Memories Over Material Gifts Grandparents […]

There’s something grounding about standing on soil your ancestors once called home. Maybe it’s the air—cooler, somehow, or charged with recognition. Or perhaps it’s just the realization that their choices shaped your path, whether they came over on a ship in the 1800s (like my ancestors did) or fled hardship with little more than a […]

I’m excited to tell you about one of Europe’s most captivating spots. Croatia has won me over ever since my first trip there in 2023, and it’s easy to see why it’s getting so much buzz. This gorgeous “Pearl of the Adriatic” gives you a fresh option instead of the packed scenes in Italy and […]

There’s something truly magical about the thrill of theme parks that captivates us from a young age and continues to ignite our excitement as we grow older! Reflecting on my childhood visits to Disney and Universal parks, I remember the joy of meeting my favorite characters, the adrenaline of experiencing the newest attractions, and the sheer magic of being fully immersed in the most creatively themed lands that allowed my imagination to run wild for a few moments. These experiences not only created cherished memories for me with family and friends, but also sparked a lifelong love for theme parks. Now, as an adult, I find myself returning to these enchanting worlds with my own children, where nostalgia mixes right in with new adventures!