Essence of Elegance Travel

09/15/2026

The French Riviera feels even more exclusive aboard Orient Express Corinthian, where yacht-style luxury, wind-powered sailing, and spacious suites redefine cruising along the Côte d’Azur. ⛵✨

Read more below, then reach out to plan your next sailing ⬇️

📷: Alice Mesguich

The first Orient Express Sailing Yacht lands in Europe with itineraries in the French Riviera, through Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Marseille, and Monte-Carlo.

09/13/2026

Am I the only one who has their bucket list categorized by season?

As summer winds down and cozy season starts, I can’t help but think about some of the trips I’d like to take, but specifically in the Fall.

There’s just something about places like New York, Paris, and Geneva in the Fall.

One of these days, I would love to take a train ride through Switzerland (preferrably on the Glacier Express!) when the leaves are changing.

What’s one trip on your Fall bucket list?

Reach out to me at the link in my bio to start planning your next Fall vacation!

09/12/2026

Big news for TSA PreCheck members: you can now meet loved ones right at the gate. ✈️

Earlier this month, TSA launched Gateside by TSA PreCheck, a new program letting PreCheck members and Known Traveler Number holders through security without a boarding pass. Perfect for walking grandparents to their gate, greeting family the moment they land, or just keeping someone company during a layover.

Here's how it works:

- You need an active TSA PreCheck membership or KTN
- Apply through visitorpass.tsa.gov between 1 and 3 days before your visit
- Check your application status right on your secure.login.gov dashboard

It's currently in pilot phase at select airports, with more expected to join soon. See the Gateside TSA Precheck website for the latest list of airports: tsa.gov/precheck/gateside-tsa-precheck

If you don't have PreCheck yet and want to make the most of trips like this, let's talk. It's one of the easiest upgrades to your travel experience.

09/10/2026

Catch the 2027 total solar eclipse on land or at sea, with the moon’s shadow tracing a path across Spain, North Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. With some destinations set to experience five to six minutes of totality, this rare celestial event is one to plan well in advance. 🌑✨

Reach out to plan your journey to witness this celestial show ⬇️

📷: Getty Images

These luxury cruises and hotels lie in the path of the August 2, 2027, solar eclipse, which will trace the eastern Atlantic, Spain, North Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula.

09/10/2026

Ever Googled "best time to visit ______" and gotten a confident one-line answer like "May through September"? 🙃

Convenient. Except "best" is doing a lot of heavy lifting in that sentence, and it rarely means the same thing for every traveler.

Best for the weather? Best for your budget? Best for not fighting a crowd of tourists for the same photo?

Tomorrow's newsletter breaks down what's really behind those search results, so you can figure out the right time for YOUR trip instead of whatever month the internet crowned "best."

📆 Landing in inboxes tomorrow. Make sure you're signed up (link in bio) so you don't miss it!

09/08/2026

All the warm and fuzzies being a highlighted advisor with the host agency, Uniglobe Travel Center, I've enjoyed being affiliated with for going on three years!

09/08/2026

Provence has a different rhythm when you experience it from the river. 🇫🇷

A journey along the Rhône with AmaWaterways pairs vineyard-dotted landscapes, historic cities, and unhurried mornings on a private balcony with evenings spent savoring regional cuisine and celebrated wines.

From Avignon to Arles, the Colors of Provence itinerary offers an immersive way to experience one of France’s most captivating regions. ✨

Discover more here: https://virtuoso.com/advisor/rachvelt80257/travel/luxury-cruises/cruise-lines/6215377/amawaterways

09/07/2026

Can we talk about online reviews for a minute?

Have you been finding yourself scrolling through countless online reviews lately trying to piece together the perfect vacation getaway from work?

Here‘s the thing: Online reviews can be a great starting point, but they‘re just a glimpse into someone else‘s experience, and what‘s perfect for one might not be for another.

So many things are in play, personal preferences, biases, and then there’s the occasional fake review. It can all cloud the true essence of a place.

When I’m you’re travel advisor, getting to know you and your travel style is an essential part of what I do.

Your vacation isn’t just based on reviews and ratings, but on a real understanding of what you’re looking for out of your travels.

So, next time you‘re planning a getaway, let‘s chat. Because a vacation curated with expertise beats vague online reviews any day.🌍✈️ See my link in my bio to set up a time to talk travel.