Fair Winds Travel

10/08/2026

We have real travel opinions, and we're not afraid to use them.

Honestly, if every destination is amazing, every resort is amazing, every cruise line is amazing and every tour is amazing, then what exactly are you hiring us for? A huge part of our job is knowing the difference.

Not every destination is right for every traveler. Not every hotel is worth the extra $200 a night. Not every highly-rated tour is going to be a good fit for you. That’s where expertise matters.

We want to know what YOU actually want out of your vacation, and then use what we know to help you get there. Sometimes that means telling you about the thing you absolutely should book. Sometimes it means telling you what not to spend your money on. And sometimes it means pointing you toward something you never would have considered on your own.

We cannot help but share what we know. That’s kind of the point. If you want someone who will give you an honest opinion instead of telling you that everything is “amazing,” let’s talk. No doubt that we can work together to get you deposited on something TRULY amazing for your hard-earned vacation.

Ready to go? Comment TRAVEL and we'll send you our appointment calendar.

09/15/2026

Travel tip: If you're traveling within the next 12 months, now is a great time to get your passport renewed or get yours for the first time! Official State Department processing times are 4-6 weeks (not including mailing), but most who send in now are receiving theirs much sooner.

We just did a renewal and it took two weeks from appointment to passports in hand! Some destinations require 6 months' validity, so don't leave it to the last minute. Your congressional representative isn't always going to be able to bail you out!

Bonus tip: If eligible, we highly recommend renewing online. It cuts down on the shipping lead time on the front end and gets you to the head of the line, basically!

Get all of your passport info here: https://travel.state.gov/en/passports.html

09/14/2026

What Makes Us Different: We Ask the -Right- Questions

Currently thinking about hiring us for your next vacation? Anyone can hand you a form and collect your travel dates, budget, and preferred destinations. But that's data entry, not travel planning.

When we sit down with a prospective client, we're not just gathering information for the sake of filling out a profile. We're asking the questions that actually matter: Why does this trip matter to you? What do you want to feel when you're there? Is this about slowing down, or seeing as much as possible? Who are you really doing this for?

Those answers are what turn a generic itinerary into one that actually fits. The right questions upfront save hours of back-and-forth later, and they're the difference between a trip that looks good on paper and one that feels like it was made for you, because it was.

That's the part of our process most clients never see, but it's where the real work happens.

Photo (with permission) of two happy clients on their honeymoon last year, enjoying the fruits of a private cooking class with a cesarina outside of Florence.

01/01/2026

07/17/2025

Visited a place in Vienna that does more than just serve cake. Vollpension isn’t your average café; it’s a living room for the city, where generations come together over coffee and homemade sweets.

Here, the bakers aren’t just employees. They’re grandmas and grandpas, sharing slices of their life stories along with fresh-baked cakes made from time-tested family recipes. You walk in for breakfast or a slice of apple strudel, and without realizing it, you’re part of something bigger.

This café gives seniors a chance to supplement their pensions, stay connected, and be part of a team. It tackles real issues like old-age poverty and loneliness not with pity, but with purpose, and a whole lot of butter and sugar.

Every cup of coffee helps keep someone working. Every piece of cake does more than satisfy a craving. It lets someone feel needed again.

The cakes are excellent. The people, even better.

If you’re ever in Vienna, go find it. Vollpension is not just a great place to eat—it’s a place to care.

07/15/2025

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07/14/2025

Y'all. I am in LOVE with the lake district in Austria! Pristine lakes, enchanting lakeside hamlets, mountains ... it's paradise for active folks and those looking to unwind.

Ready to make this your next getaway? Let's talk!

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07/13/2025

B**r spa in Budapest? B**r spa in Budapest!