Platypus Travel with Emily

06/18/2026

My son and I are boarding a plane to Oslo, Norway today to begin our group tour of Scandinavia ...

Follow along with us via my Instagram where I hope to be posting routinely during our adventures!

06/16/2026

Peak season is on ... Are you ready to explore?!

Book your next vacation experience with Viator and save 10% until July 3rd! Just use my link and the code "SUMMERSAVE10" to get started!

Find and book city tours, helicopter tours, day trips, show tickets, sightseeing day tours, popular activities and things to do in hundreds of destinations worldwide

06/15/2026

"Savor the Sunshine" with the Hyatt Inclusive Collection this summer!

When you book before June 30th, you can enjoy ...

🌞 Hotel Discounts up to 25%
🌞 10% off spa services for next-level relaxation
🌞 10% off cabana rentals for laid-back comfort by the pool or beach
🌞 Up to 10% additional savings on select suites
🌞 Complimentary hydrotherapy circuit for two adults at select adults-only resorts
🌞 Kids stay FREE at select family-friendly resorts
🌞 Exclusive Perks and MORE!

Get in touch to start planning today!

06/11/2026

The Dominican Republic promises to pamper YOU with endless miles of white sand beaches, luxury resorts, exciting golf courses, gastronomy and enchanting off-the-beaten path adventures!

The most diverse Caribbean nation offers it ALL! Dance to the rhythms of merengue in a charming town square. Try kite surfing in Cabarete. Explore national parks and mesmerizing shipwrecks on a scuba diving excursion. Relish in Unesco World-Heritage sites and feel immersed in the country with the most hospitable people on earth!

And ... Until June 25th, you can take advantage of some exclusive hotel discounts! Get in touch to learn more!

06/10/2026

Are you interested in exploring Hawaii?

When you book before June 25th, you can save on island escapes to the "Big Island" of Hawaii, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, or Oahu ...

Get in touch to start planning your next unique vacation!

06/08/2026

Just booked! 🤩

A fall family vacation that ticks all the boxes for the N. family ... Over the week of Thanksgiving, they will be enjoying some Jamaican hospitality at the Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort and Spa!

If you're looking to get away, too, get in touch and I'd be happy to help you plan something amazing!

06/05/2026

After being active on "World Bicycle Day" earlier this week, you can "cheat" a little bit for today's recognition of "National Donut Day" and indulge in some sugary goodness!

Would you travel the "Donut Trail" linked in the article?

Butler County’s expanded route celebrates 10 years with new bakeries and a passport program.

06/03/2026

Celebrate "World Bicycle Day" by planning your next active adventure and explore the world on two wheels!! 🚲

The bicycle is a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transportation.

06/01/2026

They say you get "18 summers" with your kids ... and while it seems like you're in the trenches of childrearing forever, it really does go by in the blink of an eye!

Whether they are babies or teenagers (or anything in between), get out there and explore the world together while you can! It doesn't matter if the vacation is big or small because the memories made will always last forever!

Get in touch to start planning your next family adventure before those summers slip by ...

05/29/2026

Studies on childhood memory reveal that family vacations are some of the most enduring and vivid experiences we carry into adulthood.

In fact, many of those memories of childhood are shaped during family vacations taken between the ages of 5 and 10! When we look back on our childhoods, our most vivid and cherished memories rarely stem from daily routines or school days ... Instead, they often trace back to the shared adventures of family vacations.

Turn shared family travels into powerful emotional landmarks that can persist well into adulthood. Taking advantage of this developmental milestone does not require lavish or expensive trips. Rather, it is the act of stepping away from daily stressors and engaging in shared experiences (like exploring nature or learning new skills together) that fosters deep family bonding. When parents prioritize vacations during these critical elementary school years, they are doing more than just taking a break, they are actively investing in their children's emotional development. These adventures provide a secure, joyful foundation that children will carry with them for the rest of their lives.

So ... Get in touch and let's start planning your family's next vacation!