The 2026 Travel Ideas Jar
A simple little tradition that turns wishful thinking into real plans If you’ve been around here for a minute, you know I love two things: helping people find joy in travel and turning everyday moments into something worth remembering. So let me introduce one of my favorite end of year traditions. It’s easy, heartfelt, and […]
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Holiday Travel Tips: Real Talk, Real Chaos, Real Solutions
It’s holiday travel season, friends. Which means airports are basically emotional obstacle courses, families are operating at full volume and someone, somewhere, is already arguing with a gate agent about a carry on the size of a small moon. So let’s talk about how to survive it all with your sanity intact. ✈️ Real Talk: […]
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A Father–Daughters Ireland Road Trip: Curating Time Together 🇮🇪
A custom Ireland itinerary designed to bring a father and daughters closer Every so often, a trip comes along that is about more than the destination. This one is a father and his two teenage daughters setting out on a special adventure together, a chance to pause real life, explore their family roots, and make […]
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❄️ The Heart of the Holidays: Where Memories Begin ✨
Because the best gifts can’t be wrapped — they’re lived. There’s a special kind of magic this time of year — the kind that lives in laughter around the table, snowy mornings that beg for one more cup of coffee, and that feeling when you realize the best gifts can’t be wrapped. For some, the […]
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🌴👩👩👧👦 Family Travel Made Easy: Top Tips for Happy Kids & Relaxed Parents 🏖️
Planning a family vacation can feel overwhelming, especially when traveling with children. But with the right strategies, your trip can be smooth, memorable, and fun for everyone. As a travel agent who specializes in family vacation planning, I’ve put together my best family travel tips to help parents feel confident and relaxed while exploring the […]
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🍾💼 When the Ship Leaves Without You – Your Passport is Your Lifeline 🛳️🥂🛂
Let me tell you about Sarah’s WORST vacation moment: She was in Cozumel. Shopping for souvenirs. Lost track of time. Ran back to the pier. The ship was GONE. Just… GONE. A speck on the horizon. She stood there watching her floating hotel sail away. Her luggage is on board. Her medication is on board. […]
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All Aboard the Christmas Express: Scenic Train Journeys for the Holidays
Stop. Everything. Stop. Close your eyes. Listen. That distant whistle cuts through the cold air. The rhythmic clack-clack-clack-clack of steel wheels on frozen tracks. The whoooosh of steam. The gentle rocking that makes your whole body relax. That’s the sound of Christmas adventure calling you. Train travel at Christmas isn’t transportation. It’s MAGIC. PURE MAGIC. […]
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Skip the Turkey Stress — Try a Thanksgiving That Actually Relaxes You!
Trade cooking chaos for pure bliss this holiday Ready for a Thanksgiving that doesn’t leave you exhausted? This year, ditch the kitchen marathon and treat yourself to something amazing: a wellness getaway that fills you up instead of wearing you out! Why Wellness Travel Beats Traditional Thanksgiving Let’s be real — most Thanksgivings are stressful. […]
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The Hottest Travel Trend of 2025: Sleep Tourism (Yes, Really!)
Travel isn’t just about seeing the world anymore—it’s about feeling better when you come home. As the owner of Vacation Planners of West St. Louis County, I’m seeing one of the biggest shifts in travel in years: Sleep Tourism—vacations built around true rest and recovery. And honestly? It’s about time. What “Sleep Tourism” Actually Means […]
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Amazing Food Adventures in Costa Rica: A Family Guide to Delicious Discoveries
Get ready for the most delicious vacation your family has ever taken! Costa Rica isn’t just about beautiful beaches and amazing animals – it’s also home to some of the most tasty and fun food experiences you’ll ever try. From simple comfort foods that taste amazing to tropical fruits that are like candy from nature, […]
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