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Created to spark ideas and help you imagine what your next trip could feel like.
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Glimpses into Recent Trips
A few glimpses into trips I’ve helped shape. These are simple reflections on how listening closely and understanding what matters can guide a meaningful travel experience.
Ireland
A couple wanted a relaxed trip with time to settle into each place. Their main requests included stays in Dublin, the Galway region, and Belfast. They preferred rural accommodations with free parking and, if possible, a kitchen. I planned their itinerary around these preferences, choosing places that offered quiet surroundings and easy access to each area.
They especially loved Fallon’s Bed and Breakfast in Kinvara by Galway Bay and Ballylagan Organic Farm near Belfast. Both stays reflected the calm, authentic experience they were hoping for.
Barcelona
For a couple beginning a cruise, the goal was a calm and connected three day stay. They wanted private transportation from the airport, a boutique hotel within walking distance of restaurants and sites, and a few meaningful experiences without feeling rushed.
I shaped their time around those priorities. They chose Hotel La Pau, a highly rated boutique hotel near La Rambla and close to the sea. Their stay included a semi private tour of Sagrada Familia, a visit to Palau de la Musica, a flamenco show, a private tuk tuk tour, and restaurant recommendations suited to their pace and interests.
Cross Country Trip from Victoria, BC
One couple wanted a trip that combined beautiful landscapes, time with family, and a simple transition into a cruise. I shaped the options around those priorities. One route included the Amtrak journey through the Rockies from Salt Lake City to Denver, a scenic stretch where Red Rock country was a highlight. From Denver, they flew to Chicago to visit family and enjoyed a river tour of Chicago’s architecture that stood out as a favourite. The trip continued with a flight to Orlando for a five day MSC cruise.
This option offered a balance of scenery, connection, and calm, all shaped around what the traveler hoped the trip would feel like.
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