This week’s blog is about why I love to travel. I grew up without much money. Travel to me meant being in a car for many hours, bored and squished with my siblings. As a teenager, my goal in life was to travel. I didn’t want to have kids. I just wanted to see as many places as I could. Of course, that wasn’t how my life went. I had kids (which I am extremely thankful for) and I didn’t travel a lot until much later. I feel like I am still making up for lost time now as an empty nester. I love to travel and I cannot get enough new experiences!
HOW I GOT INTO THE INDUSTRY
I’ve always loved to travel. Travel inspires connection—to incredible destinations, warm and friendly people, delicious cuisines, and breathtaking landscapes.
But above all, I think travel is about connecting to the ones you travel with, whether it’s your family, your cherished friends, or your spouse.
Now more than ever, we crave meaningful connections with the ones we love most—but finding the time and space to cultivate deep connections? It’s hard, to say the least.
Enter: Travel. In fact, I realized just how powerful travel can be for connecting on a vacation to one of my favorite places in the world: Verona, Italy.
FINALLY OUR VACATION
My husband and I were finally taking a vacation just for us, without the kids. We booked a stay at a charming villa that included a private tour of the vineyard and a multi-course gourmet lunch. As we settled into the intimate restaurant, in a little alcove that felt like it was built just for the two of us, we knew we were in for a treat.
From the cheese course to the charcuterie and ruby red beet pasta to lavender honey gelato, every course was a revelation.
The biggest revelation, though, was just how much we had missed each other. We spent hours joking together over that lunch, marveling at how lucky we were to be sharing such a special moment in such a special place.
Between the hectic years raising our kids, balancing work, and running through the never-ending daily to-do lists, it had been a long time since we put connecting with one another first.
Travel was just what we needed—and I didn’t even realize it until we sat down for that lunch!
NOW I EXPLORE FOR MY CLIENTS
When I visit new destinations now, I see it through my client’s eyes. Would they fit into this destination? Would they feel comfortable? What amenities does this hotel/resort offer? I love finding new experiences and the right fit for my clients. My love of travel has not waned yet and I hope to continue for many years to come!
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