Markuson Travel

Markuson Travel Travel has always been at the heart at what I do. Luxury to value friendly options.

Helping clients plan seamless, elevated travel experiences-whether it’s a quick getaway or a once in a lifetime trip is my passion.

I want to ask you something.Is there a trip you have been thinking about taking for years? Maybe even decades? A place y...
06/03/2026

I want to ask you something.

Is there a trip you have been thinking about taking for years? Maybe even decades? A place you have always pictured yourself going but keep pushing to "someday."

I hear that a lot. And I get it. Life is busy, trips feel expensive, the planning feels overwhelming, and someday seems safer than now.

But here is what I have learned from helping hundreds of people travel over the years: the trips people wait on are the ones they end up regretting. The ones they book, even imperfectly, even before they feel totally ready, are the ones that change them.

Your next trip does not have to be perfect. It does not have to be the most elaborate thing you have ever done. It just has to happen.

If you have a trip in the back of your mind right now, this is your nudge. Reach out. Let's talk through it together and see what it would actually take to make it real.

I promise it is probably more doable than you think.

What is the trip you keep putting off? Tell me below.

🍀 Ireland in autumn is a completely different — and magical — experience.Rolling green cliffs, cozy pubs with live music...
06/02/2026

🍀 Ireland in autumn is a completely different — and magical — experience.

Rolling green cliffs, cozy pubs with live music, ancient castles wrapped in fog, and far fewer tourists than summer.

Killarney is even named a top trending destination for 2026! Comment IRELAND below and let's start planning. ☘️

👋 Well hello there, friend — welcome (or welcome back)! I'm Carissa, your travel planner, and I am SO happy you're here....
06/01/2026

👋 Well hello there, friend — welcome (or welcome back)! I'm Carissa, your travel planner, and I am SO happy you're here.

Whether you're new to this little corner of the internet or an old friend who's been around a while — hi! I've missed you! 😊

I've spent over 10 years helping people just like you plan the trips of their dreams. Big bucket-list adventures, quick weekend getaways, honeymoons, girls trips, family reunions, solo escapes, corporate retreats — honestly, I do it all and I LOVE every bit of it.

Here's the thing about booking with me vs. just Googling it: I bring relationships. I work with over 800 suppliers who I know personally — and that means better experiences, little surprises, and someone in your corner every step of the way. ✨

So tell me — where are you traveling this summer?? Drop it in the comments, I want to hear everything! 👇

🌌 Iceland in fall = Northern Lights, dramatic waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and zero summer crowds.It is honestly one...
05/30/2026

🌌 Iceland in fall = Northern Lights, dramatic waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and zero summer crowds.

It is honestly one of the most jaw-dropping places on earth — and fall is THE best time to go.

Comment ICELAND below and I'll put together everything you need to know! 🏔️

☀️ Summer 2026 is RIGHT NOW — and the best trips are already filling up. Whether you're dreaming of white-sand beaches, ...
05/29/2026

☀️ Summer 2026 is RIGHT NOW — and the best trips are already filling up. Whether you're dreaming of white-sand beaches, European cobblestones, or a bucket-list adventure, NOW is the time to lock it in.

✨ I take care of every detail so you can just show up and enjoy. DM me or comment SUMMER below!

05/20/2026

I love all the videos that Rileejsmith puts out for travel and packing. This one is the best I’ve seen for liquids and TSA regulations. Enjoy! (And check out her other content on packing) 😊

Happy Sunday, beautiful people. ☀️The week ahead is bursting with life — graduations, open houses, end-of-school celebra...
05/18/2026

Happy Sunday, beautiful people. ☀️

The week ahead is bursting with life — graduations, open houses, end-of-school celebrations, and Memorial Weekend right around the corner.
So much joy packed into one beautiful stretch of May.

If travel is on your heart this season — a girls’ trip, a family adventure, or something just for you — I’m here and ready to help make it happen. Drop a comment or send me a message. Let’s plan something wonderful. ✈️

Summer at the lake, just down the road. ☀️Sometimes the best trip isn't the one that needs a passport.If you've been thi...
05/13/2026

Summer at the lake, just down the road. ☀️
Sometimes the best trip isn't the one that needs a passport.
If you've been thinking about a slower summer this year, hear me out: Detroit Lakes is having a moment. Honestly, it always is — we just don't always say it out loud.
A few of my favorite reasons to send people there this summer:
🧌The world-famous trolls have officially brought even more magic to Detroit Lakes turning our beautiful lakes country into a whimsical, must-see destination for visitors of all ages.
🛥️ A pontoon day on Big Detroit — rent from J&K Marine, pack a cooler, decide whether you're a tuber or a "sandbar" person. (No judgment.)
🎡 Water Carnival, July — ten days of small-town summer at its best: Pup Plunge, bike tours, water fights, fireworks.
⛳ Pine to Palm Golf Tournament — Aug 11–17 at the Country Club, free to watch and worth a trip just to see it.
🚵 Detroit Mountain — trails for the mountain bikers, chairlift rides for the not-mountain-bikers.
🛍️ Street Faire at the Lakes — May 30–31, six blocks of Washington Avenue, 100+ vendors, food court, the official kickoff to summer downtown.
🍷 Downtown dinners — Lakeside Tavern and Zorbaz have been the kind of places I recommend before clients even ask.
If you've got family flying in, friends asking for a long-weekend idea, or you're just feeling like a "skip the airport" summer — I can help you build the lake week with the right rental, the right reservations, and the right pace.
💌 Comment LAKES below or send me a message — I'll share my local favorites and help you build the week.
Markuson Travel — boutique, elevated travel planning, designed around you. ✈️

PARIS LADIES.... After a lot of thoughtful planning and conversations behind the scenes, I’ve made the decision to move ...
05/12/2026

PARIS LADIES....
After a lot of thoughtful planning and conversations behind the scenes, I’ve made the decision to move our Ladies Trip to Paris to Spring 2027.

While I’m incredibly disappointed to delay something I’ve been so excited about, there are simply too many variables right now — shifting travel costs, and so many unknowns surrounding international travel over the next few months. Rather than rush this experience, I want to give it the time and intention it deserves.

And honestly… Paris in the springtime feels like magic.

This pivot allows us more time to thoughtfully curate an elevated, beautiful, intentional experience for the women joining this journey — from the hotels and experiences to the little details that make a trip unforgettable.

It also gives more of you the opportunity to plan ahead, save, and truly make this dream trip happen without feeling rushed.

Please know this trip is still very much happening — if anything, this extra time only makes me more excited about what we’re creating together. I truly believe Spring 2027 will allow this inaugural Paris experience to become everything we hoped it could be… and more.

Thank you for your excitement, encouragement, patience, and support as I build something really special here. I cannot wait to share more details as they come together. 🤍

Paris in Spring 2027… it’s going to be worth the wait.

Summer in Europe, for two. 🇮🇹🇬🇷🛳️Nine trips I'm building for couples right now — and the one moment in each that sold th...
05/11/2026

Summer in Europe, for two. 🇮🇹🇬🇷🛳️
Nine trips I'm building for couples right now — and the one moment in each that sold them.
🇮🇹 Amalfi Coast slow week — Positano and Ravello, no rental car, one fancy dinner that ruins you for everything else.
🇬🇷 Greek Isles, two ways — island hopping or small-ship cruise across Santorini, Milos, and Naxos.
🛳️ A Danube river cruise — Vienna to Budapest with AmaWaterways or Uniworld. Mornings on the Sun Deck, afternoons in Salzburg and the Wachau Valley. If it's your first time in Europe, this is the easiest "yes."
🇵🇹 Portugal's coast — Lisbon and the Algarve. Pastel buildings, cliffside walks, vinho verde at lunch. Quietly the best value in Europe right now.
🇨🇭 Switzerland by train — Lucerne, Wengen, Zermatt. The Glacier Express, lake swims, fondue with the windows open.
🇭🇷 Croatian coast by small ship — Split to Dubrovnik on a yacht-style sailing. Twelve guests, swim stops, adventure that still feels elevated.
A note on summer: it's the most-booked European season in years. The honeymoon suites, the river cruise cabins, the Capri boat captains — they're going. Booking two to four months out isn't paranoid. It's just how you get the room with the view.
One more thing — for every trip I build, I walk clients through travel protection options before we book. Weather, illness, missed connections, and the unexpected life moments are exactly what coverage is for, and choosing the right plan up front is part of how I look out for you.
Want me to build one of these for you?
💌 Comment SUMMER below or send me a message.
Markuson Travel — boutique, elevated travel planning, designed around you. ✈️

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