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I’m a travel advisor who specializes in Active & Cultural Travel all over the world.

I create experiences for people who want to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and flavors of a new place without roughing it.

08/22/2025

60 Years of Marriage:
A Gift My Parents Gave Me

What a joy it was this week to see my parents Paul & Carol Brownlow celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary!

It wasn’t until I was married myself that I truly began to appreciate the lessons they subtly taught my brother Andrew and I over the years.

They may not have agreed on everything, but they never criticized the other one in front of relatives or friends. Over and over again I saw them put aside their own interests to serve each other. Rather than jumping to conclusions, they always assumed the best about each other.

When there were mistakes, they lived out Ephesians 4:32, which says “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as God in Christ forgave you.”

They love God and serve people and each other so well. It’s quite a high bar for DeeAnn and I, but we are so thankful for the amazing gift they have given us.

08/12/2025

Cunard Queen Mary 2 Ship Tour in NYC

As the last true ocean liner in the world, Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 makes the transatlantic crossing showcasing all the British traditions of a bygone era. I was among a small group of travel advisors invited to tour this storied ocean liner.

There is a cruise line for every traveler and this is the one for those who want to relive the vintage age of travel in luxury.
The 7 night crossing from New York to Southampton offers what no other cruise can: slowing down time and enjoying the moment. There is plenty to do on board, but the magic is in the stillness.

Sit in teak loungers on the promenade deck and watch the clouds, read a book, play cards or enjoy one of five swimming pools. Relive the glamour of the past by dressing up for an evening of dancing and a live orchestra or hit the large casino. Afternoon Tea is served every day or listen to lectures from former MI-6 agents about the spies of WWII.

As a true ocean liner, there is a kennel and the red capped bellman still walk the dogs each day. Dining is incredibly varied with five restaurants and a British Pub and Champagne Bar. The ship features the largest library at sea with 10,000 volumes.

With a maximum capacity of 2,500 guests, it never seems overcrowded. If this sounds like a good fit, contact me today for more info on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 or see my Facebook Stories today for more photos.

Cunard

06/12/2025

Asleep at the Wheel
Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas TX

Originally built for Bob Wills & the Texas Playboys in 1950, this is the place Texas Monthly magazine calls “The most historic music venue in Texas”. This storied club on the gritty south side of Dallas has hosted an incredible array of artists that may never be equaled.

The list includes Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Johnny & June Carter Cash, Willie Nelson, Duke Ellington, B.B. King, Nat King Cole, Ray Charles, Selena, George Strait, Jerry Lee Lewis, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Roy Orbison, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Aerosmith and so many more.

And if that wasn’t enough, it was owned in the late 50’s by Jack Ruby, killer of
Lee Harvey Oswald.

DeeAnn and I were there with friends to see Asleep at the Wheel, the legendary country swing band that honors the heritage of Bob Wills, yet continually moves it into the modern country era.

The set list was a trip down memory lane and included “Miles & Miles of Texas”,
“Faded Love”, “A Big Ball’s in Texas”,
“San Antonio Rose”, “Cherokee Maiden” and “Bob Wills is Still the King of Texas”.

Ray Benson’s deep baritone voice was accompanied by fiddle, steel guitar, piano, drums and an old time upright bass. The music was crisp, snazzy and the songs had a nice mix of fast moving swing and slower ballads.

To get a glimpse of past greatness from the worlds of country, R&B and even rock, get yourself to the Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas TX.

Longhorn Ballroom
Asleep at the Wheel

06/04/2025

Sea Island Resort - The Most Unique Activities in the South

If you take the grandkids to Sea Island, you will never hear them say “Pops, we’re bored”. We got up early for
“Dawn Patrol”, where guests are joined by one of the resident naturalists in a golf cart to go down the beach at sunrise looking for new turtle egg nests.

We found three nests with 18-24 eggs each, which looked like ping pong balls. They marked the spots with yellow sticks and carefully put the sand back. Turtle Moms never come back to their nests, but once marked, the naturalists can check back later in the summer when the eggs are ready to hatch.

If you are looking for a different kind of challenge, amble down to the expansive shooting school. I had a lesson from Jimmy, who helped improve my shot immediately. I got a lot of bang for the buck from Jimmy!

Then we got a falconry lesson from Chris, a master falconer. He explained this ancient sport of kings and we all got a chance to try it out ourselves.

As if that wasn’t enough, we are also planning to play pickleball, ride horses on the beach, play golf and go inshore fishing with a guide.

If you want to make great memories with your kids and grandkids, pack up the family and come down to the old school resort of Sea Island.

Sea Island Resorts

06/02/2025

Sea Island Resort

For almost 100 years, generations of couples and families have been coming to the barrier islands of far southern Georgia to an old school resort named Sea Island.

Comprised of two Forbes Five Star Resorts on either end of the island, The Cloister and The Lodge, this place is like a “Southern Great Gatsby”. It’s the only U.S. resort to have hosted a G8 Summit.

For a few days this week, I have been invited to experience the warm hospitality and traditional southern traditions of this special place.

With 5 miles of private beach, 3 pools,
12 restaurants, 3 championship golf courses, yacht club, shooting school, a fabulous spa, tennis and pickleball courts and even a falconry program, they tell me I’m going to have to make some tough choices this week!

While you can certainly book this grand hotel yourself, booking with me gets you free breakfast for two each morning, $100 resort credit and top of the list for upgrades and early check in and late checkout.

Join me this week as I experience the timeless traditions and unparalleled luxury of Sea Island.

Sea Island Resorts

05/22/2025

London Hotel Week - #4 of 5
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

Right down the street from Harrod’s,
the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park looks out on the leafy park and is where Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret took dance lessons as teenagers.

The perfect blend of old and new!

05/21/2025

London Hotel Week - #3 of 5

The Dorchester

One of the true “Grand Dames” of London, this iconic property facing Hyde Park has just finished a multi million dollar renovation. Check out this gorgeous lobby!

05/20/2025

London Hotel Week - #2 of 5
The Goring

This is a lovely, smaller boutique hotel where Princess Kate stayed the night before her wedding to Prince William.

05/19/2025

London Hotel Week - #1 of 5
Corinthia London

5 Star Modern Luxury Near the Embankment and close to Big Ben and Parliament. What a fabulous hotel!

05/14/2025

Restaurant Review: Mayfair Chippy
London, United Kingdom

You can’t go across the pond and not visit a “chippy”, the nickname for London’s most iconic meal: Fish & Chips

While some of them are old school joints,
this is an upscale take on things, but with a respect for tradition. Here in posh Mayfair, there is a queue outside, but it moves quickly.

Once inside, I noticed the black & white checkered floor and antique fish prints on the walls. With a choice of Cod or Haddock, I chose Cod. It is thicker and not quite as sweet as the Haddock.

It took a while to get the food to the table, but knowing it was cooked to order made it all worthwhile. As I took the first bite, it hit all the right notes: moist, flaky fish inside a crispy, flavorful crust that was golden brown and not soggy at all.

There was a dusting of coarse sea salt on top and three traditional sauces on the side: Housemade Tartar, English Mushy Peas and British Brown Gravy served in mini copper pots. The chips were thick and crispy, but still hot. I paired it with an excellent Pear Cider from Cornwall.

All in all, it was an excellent meal that was quick and doesn’t break the bank. Get your chippy fix at this London standout, there’s nothing fishy about it!

The Mayfair Chippy

04/22/2025

Acqualina Resort On The Beach
Sunny Isles, Florida

Not all Miami beachfront hotels are created equally. Specifically, there is a boardwalk that runs the entire length of Miami Beach. While this is a good thing if you are a walker or jogger, it’s not so good if you want to stay at a beachfront hotel and look out at the water.

All the top beachfront hotels have thick 20ft tall hedges between the boardwalk and the pool area. This prevents the constant stream of humanity from gawking at guests, but also keeps guests from laying out at the pool and looking at the ocean.

The solution? Stay at Acqualina Resort at the north end of Miami Beach in Sunny Isles, Florida.

There is no boardwalk and no hedges that block the view. Lounging at the pool you can see straight out to the ocean and be in the water in about 20 seconds. It’s so quiet here and the perfect place to rest before or after a cruise.

The rooms are beautiful and have recently been updated. There are 4 great restaurants on site and a fabulous spa with 16 treatment rooms. It’s a Forbes 5 star resort and spa!

Book with me to get Virtuoso amenities that include $100 resort credit, free breakfast each morning and top of the list for upgrades and early check in and late checkout.

Acqualina Resort & Residences

04/10/2025

Ship Tour: Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection

I was invited to Fort Lauderdale to tour Ilma, the second ship in the Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection.

It’s a beautiful ship, but it really does look more like a yacht and is one third of the size of a normal cruise ship. With only 224 suites, it feels intimate and like you are at a Riz Carlton hotel at sea.

50% of the passengers are first time cruisers and everyone quickly learns “cruising” doesn’t have to mean 6,000 people fighting for pool loungers.

There are 5 restaurants and 7 bars that offer so much variety. Celebrity chef Michel Mina was chatting on the phone next to us before his staff training.

The spa is amazing with 11 treatment rooms and next door is a large gym. Another yacht like feature is a drop down water deck with direct access to the sea with kayaks and paddle boards.

Marriott loyalists will love that you can earn Bonvoy points on the cruise fare.
All in all, it’s a luxury yacht experience that’s completely opposite of what most people think a cruise is.

Book with me for special perks and benefits not available booking direct!

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

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