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Written by Karla Vazquez, Private FAM Trip Hosted by TONLE JOURNEYS for The Muse & Cameo Collections There are some destinations you sell as a travel advisor, and then there are destinations you experience firsthand and come home even more excited to share. Vietnam and Cambodia were the latter. I had the opportunity to join […]
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Written by Karla Vazquez, FAM Hosted by Waterstone Marketing Italy’s northwestern coastline is dotted with colorful fishing villages, palm-lined promenades, glamorous beach clubs, and some of the most historic hotels in the country. Thanks to Waterstone Marketing, I had the chance to explore several distinct regions—from the elegance of Sanremo to the sustainable luxury of […]
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Imagine a riverside eco-lodge deep in the Costa Rican rainforest, it’s remote but you do not have to sacrifice comforts such as daily housekeeping, 5-star food, and world-class service. What’s more, the only way to reach this remote lodge is white water rafting or traveling on an un-maintained gravel road and finally crossing a river […]
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Our travel advisors raised their steins in celebration of the unforgettable memories made at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. From the lively traditional music and mouth-watering Bavarian cuisine to the endless flow of beer, Oktoberfest is an experience like no other. It is a celebration of culture and community, to attend with family, friends, or a group […]
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When you think about Martha’s Vineyard, vibrant hydrangeas, lighthouses, stunning cedar shingled cottages, and sandy beaches are likely what first comes to mind- making this charming Massachusetts island an incredibly desirable location for the perfect summer vacation. While all of this is true, there is so much more to this scenic, coastal destination than what […]
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I remember when I first started working in travel, two of my colleagues—both who are now dear friends—were headed on a FAM trip to South Africa. At the time, I was brand new to the industry, pregnant with a toddler at home, and honestly, felt like that was a lifetime away. I would never be […]
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I was once at a meeting where they asked everyone to write their name on their name plate and draw an image that depicted a “fun fact” about themselves. Now, I feel like this is never an easy question. No one wants to come off as boring, or “braggy,” or, in a worst case scenario, […]
In the United States, the average family tends to eat between 6-8 PM with a typical bedtime of 8-10 PM. When on vacation, it wouldn’t be abnormal to have a little variance in this schedule. However, I never expected dinner time to extend into the late night when I am usually snuggling up with a […]
Many people travel in a way that allows them to “put checks in the block.” By this, I mean that if they have a week in one location, each day is packed with museums to see, places to eat, and little time to meander and simply absorb the culture. Fortunately, it seems that the cultural […]
Everyone packs differently and everyone has different priorities when traveling. These tips are a few that I abide by in order to make sure that I get to enjoy the “getting there” portion of my vacation, and not just the final destination. “Baby blockers”- or soundproof headphones. I truly mean no offense to anyone that […]
