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Wonderland – Imaginative Cuisine onboard Wonder of the Seas

There are meals you enjoy, meals you remember, and then there are meals that leave you wondering whether you just wandered into a dream. During our recent cruise aboard Wonder of the Seas, Mr. FamTrav and I decided to reserve a table at Wonderland. We had heard it was unlike any restaurant at sea, but… Continue reading Wonderland – Imaginative Cuisine onboard Wonder of the Seas

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Royal Beach Club Paradise Island – Royal Caribbean’s newest beach escape

I was born and raised in The Bahamas, so whenever I hear cruise guests say they're staying onboard in Nassau, I can't help but feel they're missing out. While I understand why some travelers treat Nassau as a "ship day," I've always hoped visitors could experience another side of the destination I call home. That's… Continue reading Royal Beach Club Paradise Island – Royal Caribbean’s newest beach escape

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Junior’s Senior Trip

Senior trips often involve beaches, theme parks, or weeks spent exploring Europe. For our son, who has already done all of those things, this milestone adventure was something entirely different: a chance to dive into the world of aviation with Mr. FamTrav, and then share an unforgettable international soccer experience that celebrated his Belgian roots.… Continue reading Junior’s Senior Trip

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You’re Not Short on Money. You’re Short on Time.

Lately, I’ve been thinking about time in a different way. There’s a phrase that keeps coming back to me. "You only get 18 delicious summers with your kids." Eighteen chances to shape traditions, build connection, and set the tone for what the relationship will look like when they’re grown. When you look at it that way,… Continue reading You’re Not Short on Money. You’re Short on Time.

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Club Med: Sun and Ski Resorts

Over the last few months, I've had the opportunity to experience Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda, and Club Med Québec-Charlevoix. Both are newer properties in the Club Med portfolio. Club Med is a French brand, well-known throughout Europe, operating nearly 70 resorts worldwide. Approximately 2/3 of these are beach resorts (sun), and the other 1/3… Continue reading Club Med: Sun and Ski Resorts

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Dreamy Days, Secret Nights: Inside Playa Esmeralda’s Hottest Resort Complex

Dreamy days and secret nights come together at Playa Esmeralda, home to one of the Dominican Republic’s most exciting new resort complexes. Nestled along a pristine stretch of coastline, Secrets and Dreams Playa Esmeralda offer two distinct vacation experiences in one stunning destination: luxury and romance for adults, and effortless, upscale fun for families. But… Continue reading Dreamy Days, Secret Nights: Inside Playa Esmeralda’s Hottest Resort Complex

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Live Well at Live Aqua Punta Cana

Earlier this month, work bestie T and I retreated to Live Aqua Punta Cana for a relaxing girls' getaway. Live Aqua is an adults-only, all-inclusive brand with resorts in Cancun and Punta Cana. It's a favorite to recommend to clients looking for an elevated vacation experience at an affordable price point. For this trip, this… Continue reading Live Well at Live Aqua Punta Cana

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Fall in Love with Mexico All Over Again… in Puerto Vallarta

If you’ve only seen Mexico’s Caribbean side, you’re missing half the story. I recently returned from an immersive travel-agent training in Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, and Punta de Mita, and let me tell you, this region is a different kind of beautiful than the Mexican Caribbean. Picture this: emerald mountains rushing straight into the Pacific,… Continue reading Fall in Love with Mexico All Over Again… in Puerto Vallarta