Kristin Vetter, Travel Advisor

Kristin Vetter, Travel Advisor Hawaii Travel Agent | Salty Luxe Travel. Suitcase and Sandcastles is a registered LLC small business that offers travel planning services.

CLIA Certified | Hawaii Specialist | Mexico, Caribbean & Cruise vacations available for families, couples & groups. | Custom itineraries, resort selection, group management | Serving Illinois & clients nationwide. We specialize in Couples, Family & Luxury Travel! Our business is certified to sell any and all travel destinations throughout the world. I create and build my clients hand-crafted itineraries personalized to their unique interests-and take away the online overwhelm & stress that comes with trying to plan a trip yourself!

06/27/2026

The families I design trips for always say the same thing afterwards… and it has nothing to do with the resort.

The first time we took my 3 year old to Hawaii, I wasn’t sure what he’d remember.

It turns out… a lot.

🐢 The sea turtles we spotted on the beach.
🌊 Boogie boarding in the ocean for the very first time.
🍍 Trying new foods (which felt like a miracle for my picky eater).
🥾 Hiking to the top of a mountain and watching how proud he was of himself.
❤️ Slowing down long enough to enjoy uninterrupted family time.
🌺 Exploring the island together and seeing it through his eyes.

And yes… he loved the resort pool on our slower days, too.

But when he talks about that trip now, it’s never about the room or the amenities.

It’s about the moments.

That’s why I believe family vacations are about so much more than where you stay. They’re about giving your kids experiences they’ll carry with them long after they’ve unpacked their suitcase.

Those are the trips I love helping families plan. ✈️

If you’re ready to plan a vacation your family will still be talking about years from now, send me a DM. I’ll help you create an itinerary that’s about so much more than just picking a resort. ✨

What’s one vacation memory your kids still talk about? Tell me in the comments. 💛

05/06/2026

Why does Mexico consistently rank as one of the most visited destinations on Earth? 🌎

Because in 60 seconds you can experience: luxury resort pools overlooking the ocean 🏊‍♀️, beaches that rival the Maldives at a fraction of the price 🏖️, mystical underground cenotes with crystal clear water 💧, traditional cultural performances that give you CHILLS, and fresh seafood feasts right on the water 🦞🔥

That’s the thing about Mexico, it’s not just ONE type of vacation. It’s every type of vacation in one place 🙌

Adventure seekers? Check. Luxury lovers? Check. Culture enthusiasts? Check. Foodies? CHECK CHECK CHECK 🌮

You don’t have to compromise or choose your vibe, Mexico delivers it all, and it does it WELL ✨

This is why I keep sending clients back here year after year. The diversity is absolutely unmatched 🇲🇽💛

💬 What’s your Mexico must do? Tell me what you can’t skip 👇

This is NOT your average family resort… and the price just dropped I had to double check this price…😳We’re kicking thing...
04/13/2026

This is NOT your average family resort… and the price just dropped

I had to double check this price…😳

We’re kicking things off with a family friendly resort that is anything but basic.

Zemi Miches Punta Cana (Curio Collection by Hilton) is BRAND NEW and sitting on 2,000 feet of untouched beachfront along Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic… aka the kind of place you see on Pinterest and think “one day” 👀

This is not your typical all-inclusive:
✨ 14 globally inspired restaurants (no boring buffets here)
🏊‍♀️ 4 pools to spread out and actually relax
🎪 Nightly entertainment, including LIVE circus style performances
👧 Kids club (ages 3–12) with:
• Cultural experiences
• Marine conservation workshops
• Even a kids’ bakery (!!)

So yes… your kids are thriving AND you get a real vacation 🙌

💥 The Deal for Zemi Miches Punta Cana:
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 2 adults + 2 kids (under 12)
📅 July 20–25
💰 Regular: $5,070
✨ My price: $3,733
🏝️ + $250 resort credit included
🚗 Private Transfers included
💳 Only $200 total deposit to lock it in

Dates are flexible… but this price? Probably not for long. 👀

Flights and travel insurance can be added.

👉 DM me “PUNTA CANA” and I’ll send you the details

💾 Save this for your next family trip
👯‍♀️ Tag a mom/dad who needs this kind of vacation

03/17/2026

When you’ve been staring at resorts so long they all blur together and suddenly the one you’ve already been to three times is looking real comfortable again. I know that moment well.

DM me the destination, the vibe, and who’s coming. I’ll send you the best option and exactly why it made the cut before you default book out of decision fatigue again

03/13/2026

What’s it really like inside Waikiki’s famous Pink Palace? 💕

Old Hollywood glamour meets ocean views that hit different 🌊 The Royal Hawaiian has been serving luxury since 1927, and honestly? The hype is real 😍

Drop a 🌺 if this is calling your name!

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