Lori Harbin - Travel Advisor

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Lori Harbin - Travel Advisor

Hi, I'm Lori! I plan vacations people talk about for years. I'm a Travel Advisor who has personally explored the Caribbean, Mexico, and Europe.

I specialize in adult-only resorts and luxury cruises and handle every detail so you just show up and relax.

06/09/2026

Food is totally subjective, but these are a universal favorite unless you don’t eat shrimp!

I love going to the Dock on deck 7 for a small snack in the afternoon.

06/05/2026

I’m so excited to be heading to Punta Cana in a few weeks to check out the new W resort. It’s their first all inclusive property and it’s adults-only. I have a feeling it’s going to join the list of my favorites!

Cana

05/05/2026

Even though Cinco de Mayo pretty much is an American holiday, it's always the right time to be thinking about your next Mexican vacation - whether it's Cancun, Cabo, Mexico City, or any other city. There are so many amazing areas worth exploring!

04/16/2026

Hey friends, if you or someone you know has an upcoming Spirit Airlines flight, please read this.

Reports this week are indicating that Spirit could begin liquidating as early as the next few days. They've been trying to recover from their second bankruptcy in less than a year, and a sudden spike in fuel costs may be what finally pushes them over the edge. Spirit hasn't confirmed anything, but the chatter is serious enough that you don't want to wait and see.

If you're booked on Spirit, here's what to do right now: pull up your itinerary and start checking prices on other airlines for the same route. If they do shut down, seats on other carriers will fill up fast and prices will jump. The sooner you start looking, the better your options will be.

As a travel advisor, I don't typically book ultra low cost carriers like Spirit for my clients. When something goes wrong, the lack of flexibility and support just isn't worth the savings. That said, I know travel is personal and everyone makes their own call. If any of my clients find themselves on a Spirit flight when things go sideways, I'm still showing up for them to help figure it out.

Please share this so it reaches anyone who might need it. Safe travels everyone!

04/09/2026

Honestly it's a medical necessity at this point. Here's what I'm recommending right now:

Atelier Playa Mujeres: It’s been named the best all-inclusive for foodies in Mexico, and once you enjoy a meal here, you will absolutely know why.

Impression Isla Mujeres: You arrive by private catamaran, have a personal butler from the moment you land on the island, and the rooftop infinity pool overlooking the sea is next level.

Le Blanc Spa Resort, Cancun: Five diamond service, butler service, and private whirlpool tubs in every suite. This one is for when you really need to decompress.

Sandals Royal Barbados: Two resorts, one price. Add a rooftop infinity pool, a 4-lane bowling alley, and 20+ restaurants to choose from and you have yourself a really good time.

Sugar Beach, St. Lucia: Nestled between the UNESCO World Heritage Pitons with private plunge pools, butler service, and a rainforest spa that people genuinely rave about.

At all these resorts, you arrive, you exhale, someone else handles the rest. Save this for when you've finally had enough of your own to-do list.

04/01/2026

Happy April Fools' Day! If something seems a little too wild today, maybe sit with it for a second before you share it. Honestly, not bad advice for any day of the year.

But here's what is 100% real: the trips I'm putting together right now are genuinely exciting, and my clients are coming in this season with big energy and even bigger visions for how they want to travel.

Here's a little peek at what's in the works:

-Virgin Voyages group trips that are fun from the moment you board
-Private villa stays in the Algarve that feel like your own little escape from the world
-Mediterranean cruises perfectly timed for fall
-Christmas market river cruises that honestly feel like a fairytale
-Multi-generational Caribbean holidays where every single person in the group actually has the time of their life

This is what travel looks like when it's built around what feels right for you, not just what happens to be available.

If you've been sitting on a trip idea, or you just want your next holiday to feel so much better than your last one, now is a great time to reach out. I'm deep in planning mode and genuinely love helping people figure out where to start. You know where to find me!

03/26/2026

Can we talk about group trip planning for a second?

Because if you've ever tried to coordinate a vacation with more than four people, you already know the struggle - the never ending group chat, the conflicting budgets, the person who swears they're flexible but absolutely is not.

A cruise takes all of that stress off the table. Everyone stays together but nobody is locked into the same itinerary. The food, the entertainment, the transportation between destinations...it's all handled. And for groups with high standards, the value honestly can not be beat.

I just published a new blog post breaking down exactly why a cruise is the smartest group trip you can book. If you've got a trip on the horizon or a group chat full of big dreams and zero decisions, this one is for you. Link in the comments!

03/24/2026

Imagine stepping on board and instantly forgetting what stress feels like.

That's the Explora Journeys effect. Every space on this ship was designed with intention, from the places you gather to the moments you find just for yourself. This is luxury ocean travel done differently, and we are here for every bit of it.

Ready to see it for yourself? Send us a DM and let's start planning.

03/17/2026

🍀🍺 Happy St. Patrick's Day to all our porter and stout lovers out there!

If you believe the best trips are planned around great beer, this one is for you. Here are some of the best places in the world to raise a dark pint today and every day after.

🍺 Dublin - Non negotiable. The Guinness Storehouse, the Gravity Bar, and small batch Irish stouts you simply cannot find anywhere else.

🍺Iceland - Beer was banned in Iceland until 1989, but today the country has a thriving craft beer culture. Local breweries and microbreweries often use pure glacial water and locally sourced ingredients to create unique, award-winning beers. This photo is me with the Einstök Toasted Porter Íslenski Barinn - The Icelandic Bar

🍺 London - One of the most underrated craft beer cities on the planet with a porter history dating back to the 1700s. Bermondsey Beer Mile is a must. 🍻

🍺 Brussels - Cozy century old cafes, complex flavors, and a stout scene that most people completely overlook.

Which one is calling your name? Drop your favorite stout city in the comments! 👇

03/13/2026

Let’s talk about Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets.

This stunning adults-only boutique resort has been named the Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World for the past two years and the moment you arrive, it’s easy to see why.

The resort features 125 suites, giving it an intimate, upscale feel. About 80% are oceanfront, facing west toward Cancún for incredible sunset views. The remaining suites are oceanview, looking east across the island toward the Caribbean.

A few standout features:

🏖️ Dramatic water views throughout the property
🏖️ Seven dining venues despite the resort’s boutique size
🏖️ Five pools, including a rooftop pool
🏖️ Butler service included with every suite
🏖️ No seaweed thanks to a natural barrier!
🏖️ A waterslide that goes straight into the ocean
🏖️ No buffet dining!

It’s a great example of how a smaller luxury resort can still deliver a wide variety of experiences while maintaining a relaxed, intimate atmosphere.

Curious if this resort would be the right fit for your next getaway? Send me a message or drop a comment and I’ll be happy to walk you through the details.

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