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09/01/2026

HAWAII, What We Loved

I planned this 10-day Hawaii trip with the grandparents hoping for the best of both worlds — incredible experiences and adventures, but also plenty of slow beach days, pool time and time together as a family.

It ended up being exactly that.

A few highlights:
• Pearl Harbor — USS Arizona Memorial + USS Missouri
• Kualoa Ranch for our Jurassic Park-loving kid
• Molokini Crater snorkeling
• Manta ray night snorkeling
• Kohala waterfalls
• Sailing + snorkeling along the Kona Coast
• Lava-formed tide pools
• King’s Pond at Four Seasons Hualālai
• And lots of beach, pool + great meals in between

And one thing became very clear: where you stay can completely change the feel of the trip.

OʻAHU

• Halekulani — elegant Waikīkī; perfect for couples + city lovers
• Four Seasons Ko Olina — families, calm lagoon + true resort luxury
• St. Regis Turtle Bay — active travelers + North Shore lovers

MAUI

• Four Seasons Maui — polished, buzzy + service-driven
• Fairmont Kea Lani — families who want suites + more space
• Grand Wailea — pools, waterslides + family fun

THE BIG ISLAND — MY FAVORITE 🌋

• Four Seasons Hualālai — families, golfers + the complete luxury resort experience
• Kona Village — privacy, understated luxury + a strong sense of place
• Mauna Lani — stylish, relaxed + active

Three islands, three completely different versions of Hawaii — and somehow I left feeling like we had only scratched the surface.

Already planning the next one: Four Seasons Lanai + 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay on Kauaʻi. 🌺

Paris with kids 🇫🇷Could I write “comment GUIDE below” and send you all of my favorite Paris recommendations? Of course.B...
09/01/2026

Paris with kids 🇫🇷

Could I write “comment GUIDE below” and send you all of my favorite Paris recommendations? Of course.

But would every one of them be right for your family? Probably not—and that is exactly the point.

Paris, or really any city, should be planned around you.

For us, that meant a Louvre scavenger hunt, a Napoleon deep dive, wandering through Le Marais, sidecars through the city, a Seine cruise, rooftop views and some very good dinners.

Was Paris in July hot? Extremely.

Was taking my 10-year-old history lover, and convincing my parents to ride in sidecars, worth it? Absolutely.

And some of the best parts were the ones we never planned: an impromptu dance party at the Eiffel Tower at 11 PM, ice cream in the Luxembourg Gardens, sandwiches picked up in Saint-Germain before our Seine cruise, and simply having three generations together exploring Paris.

The best itinerary is not just a list of someone else’s favorites.

It is the version of Paris that makes sense for you—with a little room left for the magic you cannot schedule ✨

The Dolomites are nothing short of amazing. 🏔️While chatting with someone local, she mentioned that just a few years ago...
09/01/2026

The Dolomites are nothing short of amazing. 🏔️

While chatting with someone local, she mentioned that just a few years ago, not many travelers from the U.S. had even heard of the Dolomites. Now, more and more people are discovering them. Whether it was the opening of Aman Rosa Alpina, the 2026 Winter Olympics, or simply word getting out, I’m not sure—but I do know this place is incredibly special.

What I loved most is that it truly has something for everyone. You can spend the morning hiking through some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable, stop for an unforgettable lunch at a mountain hut, relax at a beautiful spa in the afternoon, enjoy an incredible dinner, and wake up the next day to do it all over again on completely different trails.

Then there’s the history. These mountains have witnessed changing borders, World War I, and centuries of Austrian and Italian influence, creating a culture, cuisine, and identity that feel completely unique.

We lost count of how many times we said, “wow.” The scenery just never stopped. And the food? The dumplings, schnitzel, and cabbage may genuinely have been some of the best meals we’ve ever had. Maybe it was the food itself, maybe it was the hours of hiking beforehand, or maybe it was eating on top of a mountain surrounded by those views. Either way, every meal felt unforgettable.

Safe to say, we completely fell in love with the Dolomites. We’ll absolutely be back—next time with our boys. ❤️

What you see:✨A beautiful trip.What we planned:✨All the little details that helped it feel that way.Travel planning can ...
09/01/2026

What you see:
✨A beautiful trip.

What we planned:
✨All the little details that helped it feel that way.

Travel planning can look very luxurious from the outside—and sometimes it is.

Private boats. Beautiful hotels. Incredible meals. Wine tastings. Views that look even better in person.

But behind those moments are all the less exciting details that make a trip run smoothly.

Is the hotel in the right location?
Will the transfer timing actually work?
Will everyone’s luggage fit?
Have room preferences and special occasions been shared with the hotel?
Who do you call if plans shift?
Does dinner make sense after a full day of touring?
And how long should you stay before the trip starts to feel rushed?

From Greece and Alaska to Japan, Portugal and the Amalfi Coast, the goal is not just to book each piece.

It is to make sure the pieces work well together—and that there is always someone to reach if something changes.

Because the best trips are not only beautiful.

They feel easy ✨

Lately...I’ve been planning anniversary celebrations along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, family adventures through Japan, puttin...
09/01/2026

Lately...

I’ve been planning anniversary celebrations along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, family adventures through Japan, putting the finishing touches on Paris itineraries, designing wine-filled journeys through Portugal and Spain, mapping self-drive adventures across Iceland, planning winter sunshine escapes in Costa Rica, and so much more.

Every itinerary has looked completely different, but they all start the same way—with a conversation about what my clients want their trip to feel like.

Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing more of these destinations, favorite hotels, and the travel planning insights that go into creating each journey.

📸 Le Sirenuse Mare, the hotel’s new exclusive beach club and restaurant with complimentary shuttle service from the hotel 👌🏻

Nobody really tells you what a safari day actually looks like.So here’s the honest version.Your alarm goes off around 5:...
05/06/2026

Nobody really tells you what a safari day actually looks like.

So here’s the honest version.

Your alarm goes off around 5:30am. It’s dark. It’s cold. You question every decision that led to this moment.

Then you get in the vehicle — and forget all of that immediately.

Morning game drives are the best drives. The light is unreal, the animals are active, and there’s something about being out there before the rest of the world wakes up that just feels different.

You’re back at camp mid-morning for a proper breakfast — and then? You rest. You sit. You read, nap, watch whatever is wandering past your tent.

This is not a trip where you’re running from one thing to the next. The pace is intentionally slow — and it takes a day to settle into it.

Late afternoon, you head back out. Then sundowners somewhere in the bush — your guide finds a spot, someone hands you a drink, and you just… watch the sky paint a picture in front of you.

Dinner is with whoever you came with — family, friends — incredible food, good wine, and that same feeling of just slowing down and being present.

Then bed. Early. Because 5:30am is coming again — and you won’t be mad about it.

That’s the day. Over and over.

And somehow, it never gets old.






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I expected incredible wildlife. That part delivered.What I didn’t expect was how different each region would feel—or how...
05/04/2026

I expected incredible wildlife. That part delivered.

What I didn’t expect was how different each region would feel—or how much you actually learn along the way.

The Okavango Delta is especially wild in the best way—seasonal rains from Angola flow down and flood the plains, completely transforming the landscape and bringing everything to life.

Seven properties, 20+ game drives, and a lot of time in very small planes later… Botswana is easily one of the most impressive trips I’ve done.

A few moments I won’t forget:
• Leopard cub curled up with its mom
• Lions hunting through the floodplains
• Boat safaris with hippos in the distance
• Helicopter flights over the delta
• Driving straight through water on game drives
• Mokoro rides through the channels
• Elephants casually walking past my room in the afternoon
• Skies that somehow get better every night

…and so much more.

A milestone worth celebrating 🥂— and a thank you to the people who made it possible. 🤍 Here’s to many more adventures to...
04/07/2026

A milestone worth celebrating 🥂— and a thank you to the people who made it possible. 🤍 Here’s to many more adventures together! 🌎 Swipe to read…

Trips I’m currently planning and loving: Provence in the summer🪻It’s one of those destinations that is especially beauti...
04/04/2026

Trips I’m currently planning and loving: Provence in the summer🪻

It’s one of those destinations that is especially beautiful June-September — lavender fields in bloom, vineyard lunches that stretch into the afternoon, bustling village markets, and long, warm evenings outdoors.

Some of the standout hotel options I’m currently looking at for clients include for vineyard views and a beautifully modern feel, La Bastide de Gordes for classic Provençal elegance, and for a romantic countryside stay.

And if time allows, adding a day or two in Marseille with a boat day to Cassis and Calanques National Park can make this extra special ✨✨✨

Provence is such an amazing option for summer travel, especially for travelers looking for a mix of scenery, culture, and a slower pace 🌱

03/15/2026

Recently most of my trips have been all about site visits, partner meetings, and touring hotels… but this one was all about the kids ✨✨✨

Deer Valley has been at the top of my list for years and it absolutely lived up to it. We stayed at and it was perfect in every way — incredible service, beautiful views, great food, and one of those locations that just makes everything easy.

What I loved most about is how effortless it feels for a family trip. Complimentary shuttles, great restaurants, amazing skiing, and a buzzy but still relaxed vibe. The kind of place where everyone is happy — which, if you’re traveling with kids, is always a win.

A few highlights from the week:
• Parent and kid-friendly dinners at The Blind Dog, Twisted Fern, 350 Main, and Yuki Yama
• Dolly’s Books for ice cream (a nightly request from the boys)
• Ski→ afternoon swim → champagne → s’mores 👌🏻
• Topgolf at the St. Regis with the kids
• Chute 11 at Empire Canyon Lodge for après

I did sneak away for a quick visit to Deer Valley East, which is really starting to take shape — Grand Hyatt is open and Four Seasons + Waldorf are coming.

10/10 spring break at 🙌🏻

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