Tatum's Tailored Trips

Tatum's Tailored Trips Luxury Adventure Travel Agent | Professional Travel Advice | Multi-Generational Travel Advisor | Unique Trips for Unique Travelers Ready to get started?

Luxury Travel Advisor | Helping you find the 'right fit' for your most significant journeys. Planning a high-end vacation shouldn't feel like a second job. If you’ve ever found yourself juggling too many open tabs or wondering if a property is actually worth the investment, I’m here to provide the professional vetting and advocacy you need to plan with confidence. The 'Right Fit' Philosophy
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ded Tatum’s Tailored Trips because I understand firsthand that generic travel advice often misses the mark. Whether it’s navigating a complex family schedule or seeking a quieter, more meaningful experience, my goal is to ensure your itinerary is a perfect reflection of how you want to feel. Professional Advocacy & Expertise
I specialize in Africa Safaris, Mexico, and Canadian expeditions. As a licensed advisor and member of the Trevello and Virtuoso networks, I offer my clients more than just a booking—I offer an advocate. My partnerships provide:

Access to globally vetted properties and private experiences. Preferred VIP perks, resort credits, and room upgrades. Reliable, on-the-ground support throughout your journey. The Advisor’s Journal
I am committed to ongoing destination research and "boots on the ground" audits, which I document in The Advisor’s Journal on my website. From luxury wellness clinics to safari logistics, I share the insights you need to prioritize what is truly worth your time. Whether you’re planning a multi-generational family safari or a clinical wellness reset in Mexico, I’m always open to a conversation. Book a consultation: https://www.tatumstailoredtrips.com/travel-planning-consultation
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08/23/2026

Staying at SHA Mexico and completing one of their scientific health reset programs means nourishing yourself the SHA way.

Here's a little secret, they won't offer you coffee but if you specifically ask, you can order one a day without anyone looking at you sideways. I will admit to feeling a wee bit rebellious anyway.

As the summer season is winding down around us and we're thinking about going back to routines and losing the sun (at least here where I am in Vancouver, BC), it seems like the perfect time to refocus on health and prepare for the next few seasons.

Ask me about what a health reset at SHA Mexico looks like, because I audited the experience in January so I have all the answers for you.

Would you take your coffee with a side of rebellion like I did?

08/22/2026

This might feel a bit misplaced to be talking about spending time in nature being healthy on social media - which is quite unnatural and tends toward being quite unhealthy. Believe me I see the contradiction.

But being ever the pragmatist (and Vancouver based Independent Luxury Travel Advisor) I am going to use this medium to connect with the online community of people who value spending time in nature and look for new places to escape in to and learn about and from.

I never feel more connected to the wild as I do when I'm on safari in Africa. Time, sound and my senses all shift. My brain is quiet and my ability to focus is something I dont experience elsewhere. I've heard from fellow adventurers that my experience in that regard is not unique.

If you're reading this then my guess is you get what I'm saying and you're my people! I hope you'll come along with me in this crazy social media world.

And what I'm really hoping is that the perfect group of 5 adventurous nature and wildlife lovers find me and want to experience the wild in a way that simply cannot be found anywhere else.

5 spots available for a custom designed, luxury safari in April 2027. DM and we can start the conversation.

08/19/2026

What's the difference between a travel agent and a travel advisor ... really ... nothing.

It's all about perception.

In the industry Ive been told that when someone is presented a travel agent, travelers think of them as someone who is told what you want to book, clicks some buttons and hands over a plane ticket or a hotel reservation.

A travel advisor (or one of the other more creative names Ive seen licensed agents give themselves) is perceived as someone who personally consults with clients, gets to know you and your likes and dislikes and then goes out and does the research and presents you with a more customized itinerary. Something the advisor suggests will fit you and your trip dreams.

I want to be perceived as the second - because thats what I do! But when it comes right down to it, my license still says travel agent.

Let me know in the comments if you care what title I choose for myself. What title makes most sense to you?

If you like my style of saying whats true rather than just followinf the industry trends, I hope you'll follow along we can stay connected.

08/15/2026

Grandparents planning a Spring Break family vacation, wanting to choose the right resort location for the vacation they're taking their whole family on, reached out to me for advice, guidance and planning.

During our consultation I had a feeling we'd end up choosing Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos but we all wanted to do our due diligence and look at other options just to make sure.

They hired me and I dove in to working with the groups departments at Air Canada Vacations and Westjet Vacations to price out multiple options in Cabo, Puerto Vallarta and even over in to Mexican Caribbean.

We ended up back at the beginning with Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos coming out on top because of the short flight and transfer time (from YVR), the kids water play area, the multiple restaurants, the size and layout of the resort, the newly renovated rooms, the multiple large pools, and the gorgeous ocean (knowing its not swimmable, but its perfect for long walks and sand castle building).

There's always a list of things that are important to you when choosing a resort for your vacation - and that list is very unique to each group. As a luxury Vancouver-based travel advisor, my job is to understand what you're really looking for and then present a curated list of trip options to you so you can stop the endless researching and make a simple, confident choice that I then execute for you.e

Ask me about Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos in the comments to see if it might be an option for you.

08/07/2026

You're ready to step in to your travel era and plan your next 5 figure adventure with expert guidance.

You've got the finances, the time and the adventurous spirit.

Technically you could dive in and use everything the internet and crowd sourced information has to offer and figure it out on your own.

If you were really savvy, you could probably even buy an itinerary app and upload all the details as you book them so that when you're traveling you're not scrambling around for contact details.

And you could make sure you have the time and connectivity to deal with problems as they arise on your adventures.

Sure, you could do those things.

OR, you could check out the page on my website under the "Hiring an Advisor" page and read "Should I hire a travel advisor or book it myself?"

And then maybe you'd realize that just because you're capable of using the internet, doesnt mean that doing it yourself will give you the best outcome.

In fact, in some cases, doing it yourself could actually cause you to miss out on finding the options that only travel advisors have access to. And you'll definitely miss out on the peice of mind that comes from knowing a professional is managing all the details/logistics behind the scenes for you.

Not every trip needs an advisor, but for the ones that really matter ... Im here to help.

08/04/2026

My favorite excursion in the Mexican Caribbean (and yes, you wear life jackets like diapers).

​If you want a chill adventure that is completely sargassum-free year-round, floating down the natural mangrove channels in Sian Ka’an is the ultimate for relaxing fun.

​We do this as a private tour with my absolute local favorites, Living Dreams Mexico. You start with a boat ride through crystal clear lagoons, put your life jacket on like a pair of shorts, and let the current carry you down the canal.

​You will look completely ridiculous floating down a mangrove river like a human pool noodle, and you will not care even a single bit.

​Save this post for when you are planning your next trip to Mexico, and follow along for honest travel recommendations from a licensed advisor.

Thinking about booking a luxury getaway in the next 90 days? You are not crazy for wanting to go right now. (Swipe throu...
07/31/2026

Thinking about booking a luxury getaway in the next 90 days? You are not crazy for wanting to go right now. (Swipe through for the reality of last-minute luxury.)

Ever since 2020, travel booking windows completely changed. We used to plan a year or more in advance. Now? It is two to three months. We stopped assuming we know what life will look like in 12 months, so when the time and money align, we stop waiting and just go.

Booking last-minute does come with one reality: inventory is tighter. The absolute top suites and bottom budget rooms sell out early, leaving us with the remaining middle tier.

My job isn't to judge your timeline. My job is to use my direct connections to dig up every viable luxury option left, filter out the bad fits, and get you away seamlessly.

Follow along for honest, real-world luxury travel strategy from a licensed Vancouver advisor.

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