Category: bucket list

Chile: Desert to Icefields

Icefields and pampas of Patagonia, Lush volcanic forests of the Lake District, Winelands and coastal towns in the midsection, and the world's driest desert (Atacama) in the north. Planning a trip to Chile is an exercise in self-control - unless you have time to see it all! We love how many boutique luxury properties are...

Jumby Bay, Antigua

Set in one of the most beautiful, undisturbed places in the world, Jumby Bay is an island of simple pleasures. Reachable only by boat, and with no cars in sight, this private isle of white-powdered beaches and winding bicycle paths is a one-of-a-kind hideaway, known as one of the finest resorts in the Caribbean. Families...

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

From giant turtles, to sea lions and iguanas, the Galapagos are home to species that are found nowhere else on Earth. Home to one of the largest (and protected) marine reserves, after the Great Barrier Reef. These volanic islands straddle the equator (600 miles off the coast of Ecuador) and inspired Charles Darwin's book on...

Alaskan Cruise

Alaska is known for its breathtaking natural beauty (glaciers, fjords, mountains, and wildlife to name a few), all of which can be taken in from the comforts of a ship. Cruises offer a wide range of activities for different interests and physical abilities, so one group can be off hiking on a glacier, while the...

Blackberry Farm & Blackberry Mountain

It’s hard to choose one. Blackberry Farm is comfort luxury at its finest in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Food becomes art, and every meal is an adventure. Blackberry Mountain, the newer of the two properties, elevates adventure in nature, wrapped in the warm hospitality that the Blackberry brand is known for. If craft...

Lake Como, Italy

Nestled in the heart of the Italian Alps, Lake Como stands as a beacon of timeless beauty. A stay at the Grand Hotel Tremezzo or Villa d'Este will be just the glamorous experience you would hope for. The Grand Hotel is a landmark along the shores, while Villa d'Este is considered one of the most...

Hawaii

With 8 major islands to choose from (and all unique in their own right) it can be hard to decide which to visit. Want a mix of city and history? Oahu. Waterfalls, lush landscape, and towering cliffs? Kauai. Diverse geography (volancoes and one of the highest peaks)? The Big Island (Hawaii). The Road to Hana,...

Turtle Island Resort, Fiji

As exclusive as they come, Turtle Island Resort hosts only 14 couples at a time, on their private 500-acre island. Accessible by seaplane, this resort takes all-inclusive dining to the next level, with seafood caught by local fisherman, and fruits and vegetables grown in their garden. Turtle Island makes for a romantic honeymoon or an...

Honeymoon in Portugal

Looking for a honeymoon that's more unique than your traditional beach resort? Probably not enough time to visit both Spain and Portugal. Instead, you can combine Mainland Portugal and the Azores for a mix of Old World and exotic, with less time spent traveling between locations. Spend your first 3-4 days cruising the Douro River,...

Safari: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana

Experience Southern Africa alongside Tina. One of our seasoned advisors logs her adventures with Trans Africa Safaris. I recently returned from a trip around southern Africa, and it is a bucket list destination for good reason! My sponsor, Trans Africa Safaris, is a family-owned company that crafted a magnificent trip for me. I am incredibly...