WayneTraveler

WayneTraveler A Virtuoso travel agency affiliated with McCabe World Travel. Making a difference in how you experience travel. Let's talk. Offering…

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Plan your next travel experience with WayneTraveler and experience the extraordinary. Maintaining relationships with contacts at the world’s best hotels and resorts enables me to gain access to once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences for you. Exclusive Amenities. My travelers enjoy exclusive access to stunning accommodations in the world’s finest properties – before most people even know that they e

xist. Trusted Advisor. Impeccable style, unparalleled service and my exceptional attention to every detail prepares your perfect canvass for new memories. It all starts with conversation. My Virtuoso Affiliation with McCabe World Travel allows me to extend to you, to enjoy:

*Preferred rates and availability
*Breakfast for two daily
*Room upgrade, early check-in and late check-out when arranged
*Value added Virtuoso amenity

The World’s 5 Most Extraordinary Wine Tasting Destinations🇫🇷 Champagne, France - Private cellar tours at Dom Pérignon wh...
06/20/2025

The World’s 5 Most Extraordinary Wine Tasting Destinations

🇫🇷 Champagne, France - Private cellar tours at Dom Pérignon where you'll taste vintages that aren't available to the public, guided by the cellar master himself

🇿🇦 Stellenbosch, South Africa - Helicopter between vineyards with mountain backdrop tastings, paired with world-class cuisine and wildlife encounters

🇦🇷 Mendoza, Argentina - High-altitude Malbec tastings at 3,000+ feet with the Andes as your backdrop, complete with private horseback rides through the vineyards

🇦🇺 Barossa Valley, Australia - Multi-generational family wineries where sixth-generation winemakers share century-old Shiraz from their private reserves

🇬🇪 Kakheti, Georgia - The world's oldest wine region (8,000 years!) where ancient qvevri clay pot techniques create wines unlike anywhere else on earth.

Each destination offers exclusive access through our wine industry connections - from private harvest participation to after-hours cellar experiences that money alone can't buy.

The real magic of Croatia happens when you dive deeper than the typical tourist trail:🥾 Hiking Plitvice's hidden trails ...
06/16/2025

The real magic of Croatia happens when you dive deeper than the typical tourist trail:

🥾 Hiking Plitvice's hidden trails while waterfalls cascade around every turn.

🍽️ Mountaintop chef lunch in an ancient olive grove overlooking Hvar's lavender fields.

🛥️ Classic Riva boat cruising - the vintage wooden speedboats that are pure Adriatic elegance.

🏎️ Mini car adventures through coastal villages too charming for regular tours.

🥧 Hands-on soparnik making with local families (Croatia's answer to the perfect savory pie).

🍄 Truffle hunting in Istria with trained dogs leading us to culinary gold.

These aren't experiences you can book online - they're the kind of authentic moments that happen when you have the right connections and local knowledge.

Which Croatian adventure would you add to your must-do list?

Quality control at its finest... someone has to make sure it's perfect! 😉Before sending our clients to Villa d’Este on L...
06/13/2025

Quality control at its finest... someone has to make sure it's perfect! 😉

Before sending our clients to Villa d’Este on Lake Como, I conducted my own "thorough inspection" of this legendary Grand Hotel. The floating pool on the lake? Had to test the water temperature. The Michelin-starred restaurant? Someone needed to sample the tasting menu. The panoramic suites with Como views? Well, you get the picture.

After this rigorous research (and perhaps too much champagne on the terrace), I can confidently say Villa d'Este remains one of Europe's most spectacular properties. From the Renaissance gardens to the private boat service, every detail screams old-world glamour.

Next inspection destination: Anyone have suggestions? 🏨✈️

Sardinia 2025: The Ultimate Luxury Travel Advisor Trip - Part 2 ⛵The real magic happened when we ventured beyond the hot...
06/11/2025

Sardinia 2025: The Ultimate Luxury Travel Advisor Trip - Part 2 ⛵

The real magic happened when we ventured beyond the hotels! From private yacht excursions along Sardinia's dramatic coastline to hands-on cooking classes, learning traditional Sardinian pasta-making techniques with local nonnas.

Each experience was carefully curated to understand what makes Sardinia so special for our clients. The combination of pristine waters, authentic culture, and luxury hospitality creates travel moments that simply can't be replicated anywhere else.

Already planning our clients' Fall 2024 & 2025 Sardinian adventures!

Sardinia 2025: The Ultimate Luxury Travel Advisor Trip - Part 1 🏝️Just returned from an incredible Sardinia adventure wi...
06/09/2025

Sardinia 2025: The Ultimate Luxury Travel Advisor Trip - Part 1 🏝️

Just returned from an incredible Sardinia adventure with fellow luxury travel advisors, and I'm still dreaming about the extraordinary properties we experienced! From the boutique elegance of with its stunning spa sanctuary, to the timeless sophistication of overlooking the Costa Smeralda, to the authentic mountain retreat of nestled in Sardinia's rugged interior, to the intimate charm of - each property offered something uniquely spectacular.

The best part? We didn't just stay as guests - we networked with management, toured the premium suites, sampled every restaurant, and gathered insider knowledge to bring back to our clients. The Michelin-level dining at several of the properties was phenomenal, especially the sea-to-table experiences and Su Gologone's farm-to-fork philosophy featuring ingredients from their own gardens.

This is how we ensure our recommendations are always perfect - by experiencing every detail firsthand. Stay tuned for Part 2 where things get adventurous!

✨ A Personal Invitation ✨WayneTraveler will continue to highlight the curated journeys I plan across the globe 🌍✈️, but ...
06/06/2025

✨ A Personal Invitation ✨

WayneTraveler will continue to highlight the curated journeys I plan across the globe 🌍✈️, but if you’d like to join me on a more personal side of the adventure — from my own travels to life moments, favorite meals, and family time — I’d love to connect with you on my new personal Instagram:
👉 .muhlstein

Many of you are already part of both communities, and I’d be honored to welcome you there too 💛

📸 .muhlstein

✨ Follow Along — On the Personal Side of Travel ✨WayneTraveler is where I share the extraordinary journeys I plan for cl...
06/06/2025

✨ Follow Along — On the Personal Side of Travel ✨

WayneTraveler is where I share the extraordinary journeys I plan for clients around the world 🌍✈️ — but if you’re curious about the stories behind the stories, a little more of my own adventures, and life beyond the itineraries, I’d love to invite you to follow my new personal Instagram: .muhlstein 💫

It’s a space for family, food, friends, and the moments that inspire me — shared a little more personally 🍷📚🏞️. Many of you are already part of both circles, and I’d be honored to have you there too.

📍 .muhlstein
📸 Travel | Taste | Life, unscripted

Coming Home to Ireland 🇮🇪
Two of our wonderful clients—sisters and travel companions—just returned from a heartfelt jour...
06/04/2025

Coming Home to Ireland 🇮🇪

Two of our wonderful clients—sisters and travel companions—just returned from a heartfelt journey tracing their family roots across the Emerald Isle. What they found? Pure magic.

From the warm welcome at The Shelbourne in Dublin 🏛️, to a hands-on falconry experience with a new feathered friend 🦅, to the storybook setting of Dromoland Castle 🏰—every moment echoed with history, connection, and joy.

Their smiles say it all: laughter, recognition, and that unmistakable Irish hospitality that made them feel like they’d never left. 💚
Sometimes, the most extraordinary journeys… lead us exactly where we belong.

When we say 'up close wildlife encounters,' we mean it! 📸Our clients just returned from Africa and these incredible phot...
06/02/2025

When we say 'up close wildlife encounters,' we mean it! 📸

Our clients just returned from Africa and these incredible photos prove why we arrange exclusive private game drives with expert trackers who know exactly where to position you for once-in-a-lifetime shots.

That curious elephant getting a little TOO personal? Our experienced guides knew she was just being friendly (though we held our breath for a moment!). These are the magical encounters that happen when you venture beyond crowded safari vehicles into areas reserved for serious wildlife enthusiasts.

The difference between a standard safari and a Wayne Traveler safari? We position you where National Geographic photographers would be - close enough to see the intricate patterns in a leopard's spots, hear the rumble of a lion's purr, and yes, sometimes become the subject of an elephant's curiosity!

The secret to Madrid's most authentic paella? It's not where you think 🥘Our clients just returned from Madrid raving abo...
05/30/2025

The secret to Madrid's most authentic paella? It's not where you think 🥘

Our clients just returned from Madrid raving about Casa Benigna - a hidden gem tucked away in the traditional Chamberí neighborhood that locals have guarded like a family secret for decades.

This unassuming taverna, run by the same family since 1967, serves what many consider Madrid's most authentic paella valenciana. No tourist menus here - just grandmother's recipes prepared over wood-fired flames in massive traditional paelleras, served family-style on checkered tablecloths.

The best part? When the owner discovered they were Wayne Traveler clients, he personally escorted them to the back kitchen for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour, demonstrating the precise technique of building the perfect socarrat (that coveted crispy bottom layer) and sharing family secrets passed down through generations.

Perched in Mallorca's dramatic Tramuntana Mountains yet just 5 minutes from crystalline Mediterranean waters,  perfectly...
05/28/2025

Perched in Mallorca's dramatic Tramuntana Mountains yet just 5 minutes from crystalline Mediterranean waters, perfectly captures the magic of having it all ⛰️🌊

This isn't just a hotel - it's a 16th-century village transformed into Mallorca's most coveted retreat, where olive groves meet infinity pools and rustic stone walls frame world-class art collections.

As Belmond Bellini Club members through our independent affiliation with McCabe World Travel, our clients unlock exclusive privileges: complimentary room upgrades, resort credits, priority reservations at El Olivo restaurant, and VIP recognition that transforms a luxury stay into an unforgettable experience.

The beauty of La Residencia? You can hike ancient mountain trails at sunrise, enjoy a spa treatment overlooking terraced vineyards by afternoon, then be sipping champagne on a private yacht by sunset. This is Europe at its most seductive - where mountains, culture, and coastline converge in perfect harmony.

Who says you have to choose between adventure and relaxation?

When in Europe, shopping is an art form requiring strategy. My tried-and-true method after years of "research":Arrive be...
05/23/2025

When in Europe, shopping is an art form requiring strategy. My tried-and-true method after years of "research":

Arrive before the 1:30 pm closing time (Europeans understand work-life balance!)

Select treasures with the focused determination of a truffle-hunting dog

Take a well-deserved aperitivo break at a charming sidewalk café

Revive with gelato (it's basically a shopping vitamin)

Return to your hotel to admire your finds before dinner

Pro tip: Pack light on the journey there - your suitcase needs space for the return! Who else plans their European itineraries around store hours? 😉

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