Traveling Joyfully
A blog about our travel adventures
Trip Recap: Scandi Exploration
Tips and Ideas for Copenhagen and Stockholm The Basics Who & Why: I’m seeing a huge increase in the amount of travelers interested in the Scandinavian countries of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Our clients love experiences where they can enjoy great culinary offerings, explore beautiful landscapes through hiking, biking, and watersports, as well as places where they can see and do a lot in a shorter amount of time. So, I embarked on a solo trip to visit somewhere we send clients regularly – Copenhagen – and somewhere that I’ve seen an uptick in this past year – Sweden. What…
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Packing Like a Pro: Tips and Tricks from our Frequent Travelers
Traveling through Europe in the summer can certainly be a dream. Think cobblestone streets, open-air cafés, and endless culture, delicious food, and scenic views. But if you ask us, dragging a bulky suitcase over those cobblestones or waiting at baggage claim can quickly kill the vibe. Our pro tip/solution? Master the art of packing light and making the most out of a carry-on. Why Go Carry-On Only? Packing Strategy for a Two-Week Summer Trip to Europe Start with the right bag: we recommend a lightweight, expandable carry-on suitcase or a travel backpack that meets most European airlines’ size restrictions (note:…
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Trip Recap: Quick Trip to Egypt
How to explore this incredible country rich in history and culture. The Basics Who & Why: I was one of a group of luxury travel advisors selected to visit Cairo and Luxor with High End Journeys, a luxury company who organizes private and small group travel to Egypt. They wanted to showcase their expertise and experiences to help us promote Egypt to our clients around the world. These kinds of trips are the best way for me to learn quickly about a destination, because when you go in person, you learn so much more than you would ever learn through…
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Trip Recap: Two Weeks in Thailand
Our first family trip to Asia did not disappoint – bold, vibrant colors, flavors, and dramatic landscapes to fill our hearts, soak in sunshine, and make lasting memories. The Basics Who & Why: my husband’s 20-year sabbatical from work, plus spring break for our kids, currently ages 10 and 13. My husband’s wish for this trip was to go to Thailand, where he has family, and also explore an Asian country for the first time. What & Where: Two weeks in Thailand, combining three nights in Bangkok at the beginning, two nights in Chiang Mai, three nights on Koh Lanta,…
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Trip Recap: Aurora Chasing in Finland
A bucket list adventure filled with snow, fires, roasted marshmallows, solar light shows, and more stars than I’ve ever seen. The Basics Who & Why: I’ve always wanted to experience the Northern Lights in the Arctic Circle, including all the coziness that comes with it – a glass-domed cabin, warm fires, sled dog rides, and plenty of cardamom buns. For our kids’ half term in February, we thought it was the perfect timing to head north to catch the lights and give our kids some snowy fun that they’ve dearly missed since moving to the UK from the midwestern US.…
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