Plan It Travel, Spartanburg, SC (2026)

11/04/2026

A lot of people think because I take people on their vacations it’s also my vacation. It’s not…I work had to make the most out of the destination my guests have saved for to see. I am thankful the foliage showed its colors for my group in October.

09/26/2026

🏔️🌲 Where Two States Meet: The Great Smoky Mountains🌲🏔️

There’s something special about standing in the **Great Smoky Mountains National Park and knowing you’re right on the line between **North Carolina and Tennessee.

The park straddles the two states, with the state boundary running right along the crest of the Smokies. In fact, one of the most famous roads through the park, Newfound Gap Road, takes you up to Newfound Gap, where you can literally stand on the state line. One foot in North Carolina, the other in Tennessee! 👣

And what a view you get for your trouble. At more than 5,000 feet above sea level, Newfound Gap offers incredible mountain vistas and is one of the highest points you can reach by car in the park.

The Great Smoky Mountains are also rich in history. Before it became a national park in 1934, these mountains were home to generations of Cherokee people and later Appalachian communities. Today, remnants of those communities—including old cabins, churches, and cemeteries—can still be found throughout the park.

Of course, the Smokies are also famous for the blue haze that gives the mountains their name. 🌫️💙 The “smoke” isn't really smoke at all, but a natural haze created by moisture and organic compounds released by the abundant vegetation.

Whether you're hiking a trail, exploring an old homestead, watching for wildlife, or simply pulling over to take in the view, the Smokies have a way of making you slow down.

And I have to admit… there's something pretty fun about being in two states at once! 😄

📍 North Carolina ➡️ Tennessee
🏔️ One mountain range. Two states. Endless views.

Have you ever stood on a state line and taken the obligatory one foot in each state photo? 😂

09/25/2026

🎶🎸 **Walking in the Footsteps of Legends: Memphis** 🎸🎶

If you want to understand the story of American music, **Memphis, Tennessee** is a pretty good place to start.

Two stops that belong on any music lover’s list? Sun Studio and Graceland.❤️

I’ve had the opportunity to visit Memphis many times with groups from all over the world, and these are two places I never get tired of sharing with travelers. There’s something special about watching someone experience them for the first time.

At Sun Studio, you can stand in the very room where music history happened. This little recording studio became known as the “Birthplace of Rock ’n’ Roll,” and artists including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins recorded there. It’s hard to imagine how much musical history came out of such a small space!

And then there’s Graceland.

Walking through Elvis Presley’s home gives you a glimpse into the private life of the man who became known as the King of Rock ’n’ Roll—from the famous Jungle Room to his eclectic decorating style and the rooms where he lived away from the stage.

There’s something special about visiting both places in the same trip. At Sun Studio, you’re standing where Elvis was beginning his journey at Graceland, you’re seeing the world he created after becoming an international superstar.

And after taking groups here from around the world, one thing always stands out to me: music really does bring people together. It doesn’t matter where someone comes from—when you walk into Sun Studio or hear Elvis playing at Graceland, there’s an immediate connection.

From a young musician walking into a tiny recording studio in Memphis to becoming one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world…

That’s quite a story.🎤✨

And that's what I love about being a tour director. I don’t just get to visit these places—I get to **share them with people from all over the world and watch their reactions as they experience the history for themselves.

Have you visited Graceland or Sun Studio? Which one would you choose first? 🎶

09/24/2026

🧊🏔️ Exit Glacier — A Glacier With a Story Behind Its Name 🏔️🧊

One of the places that left an impression on me in Alaska was **Exit Glacier**, part of Kenai Fjords National Park.

And yes… I wondered about the name too! 😂

So, why is it called Exit Glacier?

The glacier got its name from the early explorers of the area. In1968, a group of mountaineers used the Harding Icefield and Exit Glacier as their route out of the icefield. They essentially used the glacier as their “exit” from the vast frozen landscape—and the name stuck.

Today, Exit Glacier is one of the most accessible glaciers in Alaska, making it a popular place to experience a glacier up close without needing to be an experienced mountaineer. You can hike along trails through the forest and eventually find yourself looking out at this enormous river of ice flowing down from the Harding Icefield. 🧊

But seeing Exit Glacier also gives you a powerful reminder that glaciers are constantly changing. Its retreat is easy to see when you look at the markers showing where the glacier's edge has been in previous years.

Standing there, surrounded by mountains, ice, and the sound of rushing water, it's hard not to feel very small—and very lucky to witness a landscape that is constantly changing.

Alaska has a way of reminding you just how wild and powerful nature can be.❤️🏔️

Have you ever stood in front of a glacier? It is definitely something you don't forget!

09/23/2026

🌎🪶 Native American Day🪶🌎

Today is a day to pause and recognize the **Indigenous peoples who were here long before the United States existed**—the original inhabitants and stewards of these lands.

For thousands of years, Native American nations developed rich and diverse cultures, languages, traditions, governments, agricultural practices, and trade networks across North America. There wasn't one single “Native American culture”—there were hundreds of distinct nations, each with their own histories and traditions.

As travelers, we often visit places because of their history, but it's important to remember that the story of America didn't begin with European arrival. The story was already being written.

Native peoples cared for and lived on these lands for generations, building communities and maintaining deep connections to the rivers, mountains, forests, and plains around them.

Native American Day gives us an opportunity to learn, listen, remember, and recognize those whose history is an essential part of the American story.

Today, let's celebrate the cultures and contributions of Native peoples—while remembering that Indigenous history isn't simply something that happened in the past. Native nations and communities are here today, continuing their traditions and shaping the future.❤️

🪶 Honor the past. Learn from the present. Respect the people whose story began here long before ours.

09/22/2026

🌿🕊️ **Bonaventure Cemetery — Savannah, Georgia** 🕊️🌿

There are some places you visit for the history, and others you visit because there is something almost magical about the atmosphere. Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah is both.

Located along the Wilmington River, Bonaventure dates back to 1846 and is one of Savannah’s most beautiful and historic cemeteries. Massive live oaks draped in Spanish moss create a canopy over winding paths, while elaborate monuments and statues tell stories of the people who came before us.

Walking through the cemetery feels almost like stepping into another era. The quiet paths, weathered gravestones, and sunlight filtering through the trees create an atmosphere that is peaceful, mysterious, and unmistakably Savannah. 🌳

Bonaventure is also famous for its connection to “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,”John Berendt’s bestselling book that introduced many readers to Savannah’s fascinating characters and hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.

One of the cemetery's most recognizable figures is the “Bird Girl” statue made famous by the book's cover. Although the statue was eventually moved to the Telfair Museums for preservation, its connection to Bonaventure remains part of the cemetery’s story.

But perhaps what makes Bonaventure most special is that beneath all the beauty are real stories—of families, love, loss, success, tragedy, and generations of Savannah history.

It’s a reminder that sometimes a cemetery isn't simply a place to remember those who have passed.

It can also be a place to discover the stories of a city. 💚

Have you visited Bonaventure Cemetery—or would you add it to your Savannah itinerary?

09/21/2026

⚾️❤️ One of Those Unexpected Travel Memories…❤️⚾️

Sometimes you set out on a trip looking for the big experiences, but it’s the little, unexpected moments that stay with you the longest.

I was outside Fenway Park in Boston, looking for a hat, when I met this absolute gem of a man. At the time, he had already been working at Fenway for decades. You could tell almost immediately that Fenway wasn’t just a place where he worked—it was a place he loved.

We started talking, and somehow our conversation turned to the **World Series** and those famous championship rings. And then he did something I certainly wasn't expecting…

He let me try on his World Series rings! 💍⚾️

I mean, how often does a travel souvenir shopping trip turn into getting to wear actual World Series championship rings?!

One of the things I love about the Red Sox tradition is that when the team wins the World Series, championship rings aren't just for the players. Members of the organization who contributed to that championship can receive a ring too.And here I was, standing outside Fenway, getting to see—and wear—a little piece of that history.

I don't remember what hat I was originally looking for, but I definitely remember him*

That’s one of the reasons I love traveling. You never know who you’re going to meet or what story someone is going to share with you.

Sometimes the best souvenirs aren't things you buy.

They're the stories you bring home.❤️⚾️

09/20/2026

🐪✨ A Night Under the Moroccan Stars ✨🐪

What if your Moroccan adventure included sleeping under a blanket of stars, waking up to the sounds of the desert, and doing it all without giving up a little luxury?

That’s the magic of glamping at White Camel Resort, just outside Marrakech. 🇲🇦

Imagine arriving at your beautifully designed tent, surrounded by the rugged beauty of Morocco. Inside, you have the comforts of a luxury accommodation, while outside, the landscape stretches out around you.

As the sun begins to set, the desert comes alive in shades of gold and orange. 🌅 Grab a cup of Moroccan mint tea or w**e, settle in, and watch the sky transform as the sun disappears.

Then comes the best part…

✨ The stars.

Away from the lights and noise of the city, the night sky seems endless. Enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, relax around the fire, and take in the peacefulness of being surrounded by nothing but nature.

And in the morning? Wake up, step outside your tent, and watch the landscape come alive again with the rising sun. ☀️🐪

This is more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience that lets you slow down and experience a completely different side of Morocco.

Would you trade a traditional hotel for a night of Moroccan glamping? 🇲🇦✨

09/19/2026

🍂🏰 Edinburgh in the Fall 🏰🍂

There’s something magical about Edinburgh when autumn arrives.

The summer crowds have faded, the streets feel a little quieter, and the city takes on an entirely different personality. The Royal Mile is easier to wander, the closes feel a little more mysterious, and there’s actually time to stop and enjoy the details without feeling like you’re caught in a sea of people.

And then there are the colors. 🍁

The parks and gardens turn shades of gold, copper, and red, while the dramatic stone buildings of Edinburgh seem even more atmospheric beneath the crisp autumn skies.

Fall is also the perfect excuse to duck into a cozy pub, warm up with a wh**ky or a cup of tea, and listen to the stories that seem to live in every corner of this ancient city. ☕🥃

While summer brings festivals, celebrations, and energy to Edinburgh, **autumn brings a slower, more intimate vibe**. You can take your time exploring Edinburgh Castle, wander through Dean Village, discover hidden courtyards, or simply stroll the streets and see where they lead.

And perhaps that's what I love most about visiting Edinburgh in the fall.

It feels less like you're visiting a famous city and more like you're discovering it.🍂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

If you've experienced Edinburgh in the summer, consider coming back in the fall. You may discover an entirely different side of this beautiful Scottish city.

Would you visit Edinburgh in the fall? 🍁

09/18/2026

🇲🇦✨ Lose Yourself in the Markets of Morocco ✨🇲🇦

One of my favorite parts of traveling through Morocco was wandering through the souks—the bustling markets tucked inside the winding medinas of cities like Marrakech and Fez.

Walking through a Moroccan souk is an experience for all the senses. 🧡

The scent of spices fills the air—cinnamon, cumin, saffron, and the famous ras el hanout. Colorful piles of spices sit beside baskets of olives, mountains of dates, dried fruits, and freshly made bread.

Then there are the treasures. ✨

Handwoven rugs hang from walls, leather goods are displayed in every shade imaginable, intricate lanterns cast beautiful patterns of light, and beautiful ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and handmade crafts compete for your attention.

And, of course, there is the art of haggling! In the souks, bargaining is part of the experience. It’s not just about the price—it’s a social interaction, a little bit of theater, and sometimes a lot of laughter. 😄

But what I loved most was simply getting lost in it all.

The narrow alleyways twist and turn, revealing something new around every corner. One minute you're surrounded by the sounds of merchants calling out to customers, and the next you've stumbled into a quiet little courtyard or found yourself sipping Moroccan mint tea.

🍵 And yes, the mint tea deserves its own story! - see previous post!

Morocco's markets aren't just places to shop. They are places to experience the culture, meet people, taste something new, and slow down long enough to take it all in.

And sometimes, the best souvenir isn't what you bring home in your suitcase—it's the memory of getting wonderfully, completely lost along the way. ❤️🇲🇦

Would you be brave enough to get lost in a Moroccan souk?

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