Should You Hire a Travel Planner for Your Bordeaux Trip? Real Talk.
If you enjoy spending 20+ hours researching hotels, comparing wine tours, and second-guessing every decision, you don't need me. But if you want exclusive perks (room upgrades, credits, early check-in), vetted experiences, and zero research headaches? A planner saves you time and gets you benefits you can't access booking on your own. Even if you just want help booking a hotel—I can check if it's in my partner network and get you perks at no extra cost.
Is Santorini Overrated? A High-Standards Guide (Spoiler: Yes—Go to Paros Instead).
Santorini's beautiful—but it's also expensive, overcrowded, and designed for cruise ship tourists and influencers. Paros offers better beaches, excellent food, charming villages, and a fraction of the crowds at half the price. If you want the Greece you see in photos without the chaos, skip Santorini. Go to Paros.
10 Coastal Escapes Actually Worth Your Money
Sun-drenched beaches and island getaways promise relaxation—but most deliver overcrowded resorts and overpriced mediocrity. The good news? There are still coastal escapes that actually deliver on the hype. Below, I'm breaking down 10 destinations where the beaches are worth the flight, the hotels earn their rates, and you won't feel like you wasted your vacation days
Design-Forward City Breaks Worth Your Money
Forget cookie-cutter hotels and tired travel guides. These ten cities pair standout design with properties that actually deliver.