Take Your Own Trip

06/01/2026

Happy June 1st! The Countdown to summer break and summer vacations is on. As I look ahead to summer after a turbulent and intense 2026, I find myself continuously thinking about Collecting Moments, Not Checklists. You don’t have to see every sight, visit every museum, or check every box. Some of the best travel memories come from an extra hour at the beach, a playground with an aperol spritz seller nearby, or a conversation with a local (who told you about the playground) Planning is key, but leaving room for flexibility and experiencing the destination in the moment is what really makes trips special.

* Plan one main activity a day and book in advance. (I prefer morning activities with a flexible afternoon)
* Start Early. The kids are usually up and the best experiences happen before the crowds and heat arrive. Alternately, the evening is another great time to go back out and see sites.
* Get the kids involved - let them choose activities and research the destination. We love the Who What Where series. .
* Do less “research” on social media and go into the destination with an open mind. Let it influence you in the moment, phone free.
* Find the joy. Remember how lucky you are to be able to travel and let the small things go. Not every moment makes the highlight reel and I find that some of those snafus end up being the best memories.

Do you have any others to add?

05/28/2026

Mallorca 🇪🇸 — This dreamy island off the coast of Spain made headlines last summer for overtourism protests, but once we got outside the main city, we found a beautiful, relaxed destination that was incredibly family friendly. It also offers great honeymoon options and is easy to reach with direct flights from Newark.

What surprised me most was the variety — calm beaches, mountain villages, wineries, caves, and stunning coastline all within easy reach of each other. Accommodations range from large beachfront resorts to charming boutique hotels tucked into the mountains.

For Families: We stayed in Port de Sóller and loved it. The calm beach was perfect for floating for hours, the waterfront is lined with great restaurants, and boats from the harbor head to incredible snorkeling spots. Stay at or

For Couples: Mallorca is filled with beautiful adults-only boutique hotels, whether you want a mountain escape near Deià or something closer to Palma’s energy. Perfect for honeymoons or milestone trips.

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05/15/2026

Are you looking for a last minute, easy summer Break? Bermuda might be your place! 2.5 hour direct flight (closer than Florida) will take you to this picturesque island with pink sand, a consistent 84 degree temperature and some really great luxury properties.

Unlike other Caribbean Islands, it is further north and best visited in the Spring and Summer. Message me and I’ll tell you my favorite properties on the island. I made my family move every night when we visited last summer so we could try several out.

04/28/2026

Springtime in Munich checks all the boxes.

Sunny skies, lively markets, flowers everywhere and cheerful beer gardens. Not to mention men in leiderhosen, pickles on a stick and white asparagus season.

Frühlingsfest (Soringfrst) Munich brings a lighter, more local version of Oktoberfest to the city and gives a great taste of Oktoberfest without all the crowds. It pairs perfectly with slow afternoons in the English Garden, bike rides through town, and day trips out to the Alps or nearby lakes

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04/22/2026

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎

The more we explore, the more we understand just how special it all is and how important it is to take care of it.

Every place tells a different story—through its landscapes, its culture, and its people.

Grateful for the moments this year that reminded me to slow down, look around, and truly take it in.

02/18/2024

Sometimes it all comes together. ❄️ 🎿 Fresh snowfall,great mountain conditions and fabulous friends. This weekend was the answer to why we ski.

Pro Tip: pulling the kids out Thursday night and skiing Friday and Saturday were 💯 on a holiday weekend. And no traffic on the way home!

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02/05/2024

Greece or Croatia?

Both are sunny destinations known for their islands, clear blue water, abundant history and food & wine. I visited both last year and came away with very different perspectives than I went in with. I can’t visit everywhere I book clients and I have a great network of local experts, but there is nothing like experiencing a destination in person.

What’s the vibe? With kids or without kids? How easy is it to get around? What are the unique experiences?

🇬🇷 For instance, while Greece has all the hype of Mykonos and Santorini and being an international jet set destination, I actually found it to be more authentic and low key than I expected in a really good way. And everyone I met was so welcoming and proud of their country.

🇭🇷 Croatia has as much or more history as any European destination, but in cities like Dubrovnik and Split it has spent the last 10 years building up modern hotels and amenities that give it a very cosmopolitan feel. The people there are also amazing, but not as effusive as their Italian or Greek counterparts so you have to engage them.

Interested in either? Shoot me a DM, i’d love to chat. And then I will tell you about Slovenia…

01/25/2024

New year, New experiences.

This year I signed up for a masters swim class to mix it up. I grew up with a pool and love water, but my last official swim instruction happened when I was about 10. I’ve never swam for exercise or on a team. This class is structured and so far I love it. It’s fun to learn something new and move my body in a different way. It’s also HARD.

What are you doing new this year?

01/22/2024

Time to warm up the feed.

I have clients heading this week to Turks and Caicos to celebrate their 30th anniversary

With a location right on Grace Bay Beach, a fabulous pool and amazing food and service, it’s a win for couples, families and girls trips. I personally visited last year and still dream about that view from the balcony.

Contact me to find out more.