We specialize in ocean & river cruises, all-inclusive resorts, Europe, train tours, Disney & Universal, & international travel. Tara is owner/travel advisor of Ataraxis Travel, based in Wake Forest, and serves travelers throughout the world. Ataraxis is a Greek term meaning the absence of stress or anxiety. Tara uses her knowledge and acumen to help clients plan memorable, affordable and stress-fr
ee trips and vacations. From cruises, to all-inclusive resorts, amusement parks, destination weddings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, guided tours and international travel, Tara can plan trips of all types to any destination. She begins by asking her clients for their ‘must haves’ and other travel preferences. She then customizes the trip based on her clients’ answers. Or if they don’t know, she offers many ideas and options. She has sailed to more than 30 different cruise locations, visited more than 30 states and experienced Disney theme parks more than 25 times. Tara’s initial trip planning experience began when she booked budget-friendly getaways while a stay-at-home mom with only her husband’s income. Soon family and friends were asking for travel assistance, so she started Ataraxis Travel in 2018.She is a member of the American Society of Travel Advisors, which is the leading global advocate for travel advisors, the travel industry and the traveling public, and Women in Networking Wake Forest, a professional networking group for women. She’s also a certified Signature Travel Expert, Hawaii Island Destination Expert and is certified to work with special needs families