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05/29/2026

Destination Specialist Gretchen returned from her FAM trip across Croatia and Montenegro, and she's ready to help you experience it too.

📍 Dubrovnik – Hotel Excelsior
📍 Korčula Island - Mali Stone with
📍 Mljet Island – National Park hike & monastery lunch
📍 Montenegro –

If Croatia or the Adriatic coast is on your list, Gretchen is your person. Please reach out to start planning!

📷 Courtesy of Gretchen

05/27/2026

Latin America and Europe Operations Specialist, Mari Jo, is sharing her Normandy Travel Guide and it's one you'll want to save…

Normandy is home to some of France's most iconic cheeses, Camembert, Livarot, and Pont-l'Évêque. You can even visit the local fromageries to see how they're made. Dieppe's Saturday market is one spot you cannot miss, famous for being one of France's most beautiful markets. And if you love seafood, it is the perfect place to find oysters, scallops, mussels and the freshest catches of the day. The cuisine alone is worth the trip.

History comes alive walking the beaches of Omaha, Utah, Juno, Gold, and Sword. Just inland, Giverny, home of Claude Monet, is a must for Impressionism lovers. And if you're looking for adventure, the Alabaster Coast delivers breathtaking hikes with views of natural arches and sea stacks near Étretat.

Charming villages, rich history, and memorable cuisine. Normandy has it all. Read Mari Jo's full travel guide with the link below!

https://www.vayaadventures.com/blog/normandy-travel-guide-seafood-hiking-coastal-villages-d-day-beaches/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

05/21/2026

Perched on a hilltop in Hoang Lien National Park just 45 minutes from Sapa, is a one of a kind sustainable retreat in Northern Vietnam. With just 50 mountain bungalows, Topas prioritizes sustainability without compromising on modern comfort or the sensational infinity pool views.

What truly sets Topas apart is how deeply their values are put into practice. Their employees are exclusively from nearby villages, ingredients come straight from local farmers or their own on-site garden and chicken coop, and nothing goes to waste. Sustainability is genuinely woven into every detail.

If you are ready to reconnect with nature, relax, and take in some of the best views in Vietnam, Topas belongs at the top of your list, click the link below to learn more!

https://www.vayaadventures.com/accommodations/vietnam/topas-ecolodge/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

05/19/2026

Europe Destination Specialist Gretchen recently returned from an unforgettable experience with and their truffle hunting pup Peka.

Tartufi Bianconi has been rooted in the heart of Umbria for 40 years, and their passion for truffles runs deep. This family has spent generations hunting, celebrating, and sharing one of nature's most prized treasures, and they bring all of that history directly to you. The adventure continues in the kitchen, where the fresh truffles you found are transformed into a dish worth savoring.

At Vaya, we value authentic local experiences and Umbria's countryside delivers.

Tasting your way across Italy is the best way to travel. Be sure to check out our Culinary Italy itinerary through the link below!

https://www.vayaadventures.com/itineraries/culinary-italy/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

05/14/2026

Destination Specialist Annie just wrapped up her FAM trip across Argentina and Chile and the itinerary speaks for itself.

📍 Buenos Aires
📍 El Chaltén -
📍 El Calafate - &
📍 Torres del Paine - &

If anywhere in Latin America is on your list, Annie is your person. Reach out and let's start planning.

📷 Courtesy of Annie

05/12/2026

Postcards from the field. 🌍

Destination Specialist Natalie Regan just wrapped up her FAM trip across Chile, visiting Torres del Paine, the Atacama Desert, and the Colchagua Valley.

With 14 years of experience traveling throughout Latin America and a decade working in the region’s travel industry, she has the firsthand knowledge to make your trip exceptional! If Chile is on your list, head to the link in our bio to connect with Natalie.

📷 Courtesy of Natalie

05/07/2026

The Lumiares is a five-star hotel located in the heart of Bairro Alto, one of Lisbon's most vibrant neighborhoods.

Every detail at The Lumiares is intentional. From the apartment-style rooms designed to feel like your own home away from home, to the locally curated original art collection. The design pays homage to Lisbon's colors, patterns, and light, with all the decor sourced from Portuguese brands, makers, and artists.

After your day exploring the city, unwind at the on-site spa before capping your evening with a sundowner at the rooftop bar. The Lumiares embodies every bit of Lisbon's character, so if Portugal is on your list, head to the link below to learn more!

https://www.vayaadventures.com/itineraries/enchanting-portugal/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

05/05/2026

Disconnect from the noise and reconnect with nature.

This year, Destination Specialist Dervla, traveled to the Greater Kruger area and Botswana during the green season, traditionally not the best time to travel, but her game viewing proved otherwise.

Between seeing her first wild dog in 21 years, doing a discovery walk with the San Bushmen to learn some of their ancient knowledge, and witnessing an unforgettable interaction between a leopard and elephant… It was an adventure to remember.

"Being in the bush makes the world make sense for me," explains Dervla, "like a nervous system reset."

Read the full blog at the link below!

https://www.vayaadventures.com/blog/2026-african-safari-experiences-from-our-team/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

04/28/2026

Guatemala is one of Natalie’s favorite destinations, and as our Latin America Destination Specialist, it’s easy to see why.

Experience the vibrant Guatemalan culture at the Sololá Market, kayak across Lake Atitlán, hike up Pacaya Volcano, or explore the ancient Mayan ruins at Tikal. If slowing down and sipping on locally harvested coffee is more your pace, Guatemala has that too.

Between the cuisine, adventure, and culture, Guatemala has something for every traveler.

Head to the link below to read Natalie’s full blog and get all the tips!

https://www.vayaadventures.com/blog/5-reasons-to-add-guatemala-to-your-bucket-list/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

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