Carried Away Travel Consulting

05/08/2026

04/17/2026

Have you always wanted to see the European Christmas markets?

Join me on an AmaWaterways river cruise (Budapest to Nuremburg) from Dec 7-14.

This cruise has been sold out for months, but I have TWO cabins that just became available.

Bonus: My friend and fellow tour guide, Eszter Bokros, from Budapest will be arranging a pre-cruise tour (3 days) for those that can join.

*** I can't hold these cabins long. Please email me if you are interested in learning more - [email protected]

01/23/2026

Struggling with where to take your kids this summer?

Check out this Ciao Bambino! post on where to take kids at every age and stage!

The best places for a family vacation evolve right along with your kids ... what works for toddlers won't necessarily light up teens. Here's our guide to choosing travel experiences that match up well with every age group, from baby's first beach trip to an epic safari or a deep dive into Southeast....

03/28/2025

I have a FEW spots left on my Dec 2026 Christmas Market Cruise!!!

Why should you join me?
- You will receive a $250 discount.
- I am going to personalize the trip by enlisting the help of some of my Rick Steves' colleagues along the way.
- You can drink gluhwein in Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg & Nuremburg.
- You have LOTS of time to save - A $400 deposit is needed to book, but everything else is due 90 days before departure.
- We are going to have SO much fun!

Reach out to me for more info - [email protected]

Discover the Iconic Christmas Markets cruise with AmaWaterways between Nuremberg and Budapest and the oppportunity to extend your visit to include Prague!

03/17/2025

LAST CHANCE:

Join me TOMORROW

Monday, March 17 @ 6 pm

To learn more about my small group AmaWaterways Christmas Market Cruise

Dec 7-14, 2026

*** Please register IN ADVANCE for this meeting. Then, you will receive a confirmation email with details for joining.

Discover River Cruising with Amawaterways and the AMA Difference .We will explore Magical Christmas Markets on the Danube River.

03/13/2025

https://ciaobambino.com/why-use-a-travel-advisor-to-book-hotels

Why use a travel advisor to book hotels? We add significant value to every part of the process, from choosing the right property to securing perks.

03/10/2025

I am hosting a small group on an AmaWaterways cruise on the Danube NEXT December 7-14, 2026.

Here are a 5 reasons why you should join me?
- You can sample gluhwein in Budapest, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg & Nuremburg.
- You will receive a $250 discount for traveling with me if our group of 10 or more makes.
- You don't have to change hotel rooms for 7 nights!
- All food, drinks & shore excursions are included.
- I am going to enlist the help of a few of my Rick Steves' colleagues to lead a private tour for our group at selected stops.

*** This sailing is selling out much quicker than I expected so please email me ASAP if you are interested in learning more - [email protected]

Holds can be setup for a one-week period at no cost.

Deposits for bookings are $400 per person. 50% of the deposit is non-refundable immediately, then 100% of the deposit becomes non-refundable at 120 days prior to the start of travel.

01/08/2025

I was on the move in 2024 with trips to:
- Thailand
- Australia
- Dolomites
- UK
- Almost Egypt (coming up soon)!
- 1 Backroads Tour to Utah
- 2 Italy Rick Steves' My Way Tours
- 1 Abercrombie & Kent Tour to Peru

I love my job and want to be a travel advisor with first hand experience in as many destinations as possible. As I tell my tour members, "Someone has to do it!"

I'm so grateful to do what I love and get paid for it.

01/06/2025

Trying to figure out your 2025 travel plans? This is a great place to start!

https://ciaobambino.com/2025-travel-destinations

Where are you planning to travel in 2025?

11/22/2024

Australia for Spring Break? It is still possible!

Direct flights from Dallas, Houston, San Fran & LA make this a feasible option for many.

Don't let the long flight dissuade you! Even one layover enroute to Europe makes your flight time roughly the same.

Australia is always a good idea!

Australia.com

With mild temperatures and fewer crowds, spring is a perfect season for an Australia family vacation. Here's where to go and what to do.