🌊 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 […]

As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with immense gratitude for the journeys we’ve shared with you. Whether exploring far-off destinations, uncovering hidden gems, or simply dreaming of your next adventure, your passion for travel has been the heart of our community.  This season, we want to take a moment to express […]

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 […]

Dare to Dream T4T had a record number of summer travelers this year and time and time again, I hear feedback that we helped make our client’s travel dreams come true. As a small business owner, this is always a ‘pinch me’ moment as that is the foundation of why I started this business.  Many […]

Freshly back from our family vacation to Ireland and feeling refreshed and exhausted all at the same time! I’d like to paint you the perfect family holiday picture where because I’m a Travel Advisor everything went perfectly. Unfortunately, that is far from the truth. We had arguably one of the rockiest starts to a trip […]

Let’s Go! I don’t know about you but one of my most favorite times of traveling is actually the pre-trip excitement phase.  There is just something about the days leading up to an amazing trip that you have dedicated alot of time and money to that can never be duplicated. A strong combination of nerves […]

Summer Dreamin’ As the days grow longer and the winter coats are packed away, it’s clear the summer travel season is almost upon us! It’s time to dust off your suitcases, grab your sunglasses, and get ready for some fun under the sun.  First thing’s first: location, location, location! Are you dreaming of sandy beaches […]

EARTH DAY 2024 Hello, Earth Lovers and Adventure Seekers! Welcome to our special Earth Day edition, where we celebrate the beauty of our planet while embracing the thrill of discovery! Celebrating Earth Day through travel offers a delightful paradox: exploring our beautiful planet while honoring our commitment to protect it. As we pack our bags […]

Hello Spring! Here at Thirsty of Travel Designs, we are thrilled for Spring to arrive! Not only for the warmer weather in the Midwest but also to see some of our hard work come to fruition with Spring Break travel in full swing. This time of year is all about family travel and we’ve put together […]