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

May 14, 2026

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

Costa Rica vs. Belize: Which Luxury Destination Is Best for Your Next Vacation?

April 16, 2026

Planning a luxury vacation in Central America and deciding between Costa Rica and Belize? You’re not alone—this is one of the most common questions travelers ask when choosing between two of the region’s most beautiful and diverse destinations. Both offer a compelling mix of adventure, relaxation, and high-end accommodations. But when it comes to luxury resorts, travel logistics, family-friendliness, and

The Best Family Beach Resorts for Christmas and New Year’s 2026!

April 10, 2026

Planning a luxury family vacation for Christmas or New Year’s 2026? The best beach resorts—especially those with spacious suites, kids’ clubs, and festive programming—book up quickly. From the calm, crystal-clear waters of Turks & Caicos to the adventure-filled coast of Costa Rica, these four hand-picked luxury resorts offer the perfect mix of relaxation, family-friendly amenities, and unforgettable holiday experiences. Even

Trip Report: Incredible Japan!

February 17, 2026

Have you been watching the Winter Olympics in northern Italy? If Italy is on your 2026 travel list, now is the time to start planning — the best luxury hotels, private guides, and unique experiences book well in advance. But today, I’m taking you to Japan — where I spent an unforgettable Thanksgiving trading turkey for sushi. This past fall,

Christmas in July 2025

July 25, 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

Peru preview – culture, culinary, hidden gems

July 17, 2025

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

Your next adventure begins here

July 10, 2025

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

It’s time to venture down under

June 19, 2025

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

Dream to Departure: Safari Planning Timeline

June 12, 2025

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

Trip Report: The delicious charm of the Loire Valley

May 22, 2025

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

Costa Rica vs. Belize: Which Luxury Destination Is Best for Your Next Vacation?

The Best Family Beach Resorts for Christmas and New Year’s 2026!

Trip Report: Incredible Japan!

Christmas in July 2025

Peru preview – culture, culinary, hidden gems

Your next adventure begins here

It’s time to venture down under

Dream to Departure: Safari Planning Timeline

Trip Report: The delicious charm of the Loire Valley

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