A Land of Fire, Ice & Pure Magic I just returned from the most extraordinary journey through Iceland, and I’m still processing the incredible beauty of this otherworldly destination. I had the privilege of traveling with a group of fellow travel advisors on an immersive familiarization trip, and what we experienced has me absolutely buzzing […]

Iceland is having it’s moment as it has seen tremendous growth in tourism over the past few years. As interest continues to rise among travelers seeking authentic & active experiences, this trip will be the perfect opportunity for us to explore how to bring Iceland’s magic to your trips (and 🤞 we get to see […]

Last week, I had the privilege of attending an industry conference in Orlando with Gifted Travel Network. It was an inspiring few days filled with education, collaboration, and connecting with some of the top suppliers in luxury travel. The most valuable part of these events? The chance to connect face-to-face with hoteliers, cruise partners, and […]

This summer season, we are seeing some major travel trends…take a look at where our clients are heading (hint: it’s pretty epic):

Last summer, we took our four kids to Ireland for their first-ever European adventure, and we all instantly fell in love. There’s something undeniably magical about Ireland—the rugged, stormy mountains, the charming seaside villages—everything about it makes it an unforgettable destination. But what truly steals your heart (and everyone I know who’s been) is the […]

Last week, we sailed the Caribbean Seas with friends & family on our first Virgin Voyages cruise (tough job, I know…but someone has to do it 😜) This cruise line (part of the Virgin Group founded by Richard Branson) has been making waves since it’s inception in 2020, so we invited our crew along to […]

🌊 What is Wave Season? The time of year (January to March) when cruise bookings are at their peak.⁠⁠🌊 Why Now? Typically cruise lines are throwing out all the offers and incentives to attract customers right now so our clients are ready to secure.⁠⁠🌊 What Does That Mean For You? Travel advisors are at their busiest during Wave Season so make […]

Ah, the holiday season is here!  My goal in 2024 was for balance so I’m trying especially hard this holiday season to embrace the chaos and enjoy it all…because it goes way too fast indeed. So I keep my Amazon app handy for any last minute gift exchanges and my oven constantly pumping out Christmas […]

CRUISE EDITION If you have been following me for some time, you may remember that I have not always been a huge fan of cruising. Being a free-spirited, adventure-seeker at heart, it always felt too confining and rigid for me. What’s the saying? Don’t knock it ’til you try it… Pivot now to 2024 and […]

What sets us apart from our competitors? At Thirsty for Travel Designs we specialize in what we like to call “Concierge-Level Travel”. So what exactly is Concierge-Level Travel? Think of it as elevating your travel experiences.  Using a personal trip to Costa Rica for a great example:  While in the Arenal area of Costa Rica, we had the […]