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Susan on a cruz with icecap and water behind her

Why I Keep Going Back to Silversea Cruises: My Honest Review of Luxury Cruising

From all-suite accommodations and butler service to destination-inspired dining and expedition-worthy itineraries, here’s why Silversea Cruises continues to set the standard for ultra-luxury travel—and why I keep sailing with them. If you’ve been considering a luxury cruise, chances are you’ve come across Silversea Cruises. As a Virtuoso travel advisor, I’ve recommended Silversea to clients for years, and I’ve also experienced

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Why India Stole My Heart: Luxury Safaris, Culture & Travel Experiences

From luxury tiger safaris and colorful markets to unforgettable cultural encounters and the Taj Mahal at sunrise, discover why India became one of my favorite destinations—and why it belongs on your travel bucket list. Welcome to June, Hidden Gem Travel community! As summer travel season kicks into high gear, many of my clients are embarking on incredible journeys across Europe,

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Luxury Cabo Vacation Guide: Where to Stay in Los Cabos for Couples & Families

Planning a luxury vacation to Los Cabos? From swimmable turquoise coves and dramatic desert landscapes to world-class dining and Forbes Five-Star resorts, Los Cabos has become one of the top luxury beach destinations in Mexico for couples, families, and multigenerational travelers alike. After recently staying at Chileno Bay Resort & Residences and touring Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection following a family

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Christmas in July 2025

Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community! You may notice that I’ve given the newsletter a little face-lift. The look may be new but the content is still the same, written by me with the goal of sharing compelling travel ideas that come across my desk as well as my personal and client travel experiences. It’s essentially your peek inside the

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Peru preview – culture, culinary, hidden gems

Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community – so many of you are traveling this summer, especially to European countries, and loving your trips! I relish our post-trip calls and hearing about your insights and experiences. It’s my privilege to help my clients travel well everywhere in the world. I’m very grateful for your reviews too – here is one that

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Your next adventure begins here

Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community!  The office continues to be busy with clients heading off for summer vacations and consultations for upcoming trips later this year and into 2026 – no, it’s not too early to for a call. PSA – Already, this summer has been challenging between the heat in Europe and issues with the airlines.  When you book a

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It’s time to venture down under

Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community!  I hope all the Dads had a relaxing Father’s Day last weekend.  Here in travel land, it’s been very busy with with many clients departing for their June vacations, so this newsletter is a short one. As mentioned last week, I’ve dedicated this month to highlighting trips that you will want to plan ASAP

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Dream to Departure: Safari Planning Timeline

Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community!  We’re almost halfway through 2025 – can you believe it?  Clients are spanning the globe this summer while also thinking about future travel. Some trips are best planned 6+months in advance or longer.  This timing is on my mind for clients looking to travel to extra-special places in 2026. This month, I’ll focus on some of those

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Trip Report: The delicious charm of the Loire Valley

Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community – and Happy Mother’s Day this Sunday! Here we are in May and schedules are crazy with social and milestone events from weddings to graduations, and of course Mother’s Day. Once things simmer down and you have a chance to breathe, it’s time to look at the calendar for your upcoming travel for the

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Hi, I'm Susan Wilson

I’m the founder of Hidden Gem Travel Consulting. As your personal travel advisor, I craft custom worldwide itineraries that astound and inspire you.

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