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I had an absolutely AMAZING time on our trip! We went to the Philippines to see my grandmother for her 95th birthday, then on the way home, we “stopped by” Japan and South Korea. If you want to catch the play by play, check out my highlights on my IG (and give me and VS1 […]

I recently returned from my annual travel advisor conference in the Big Easy – New Orleans, Louisiana. While it was amazing to catch up with my fellow travel professionals, I also experienced something unexpected—my very first hurricane (and no not the drink, lol)! Hurricane Francine, while not as intense as I had feared, still managed to […]

Looking to explore the stunning Vail Valley? At VS1 Travels, our travel advisor Lauren has handpicked the top hiking trails that showcase the natural beauty of this Colorado gem. Whether you’re an avid hiker or a casual explorer, these trails offer something for everyone. Here’s a guide to the must-visit hikes in Vail Valley: 1. […]

Whether you’re embarking on a long-haul flight, exploring new cities, or hiking through nature, having the right gear can make all the difference. Here are our VS1 Travels team’s top recommendations (and personally uses), categorized for your convenience, to ensure you travel smart and comfortably! Luggage & Packing Solutions In-Flight Comfort & Organization Safety & […]

Happy near end of June, Home & Away family! It is wild to think we are already halfway through the year, but here we are. Summertime! And while you enjoy your warmer weather, why not also start planning for your travel for next year?! I certainly have 🙂 I have a number of trips planned […]

Happy near end of May, Home & Away family! And hope you all day a splendid month – I absolutely did as I recently returned back from our VS1 Travels group cruise with Virgin Voyages on the Starry Nights in Greece & Croatia itinerary. I had an amazing time with our group – celebrating my […]

I have been wanting to go on a river cruise for quite some time now. I first learned about them as I started my travel planning business and it has been on my bucket list ever since.  So… I am excited to announce that we are doing TWO river cruises next year that you can […]

As I write this, it is our last full day on the Drake Passage heading back to Ushuaia with Hurtigruten Expeditions. I can finally say that I’ve visited all 7 continents! This experience has been amazing to say the least, and being able to share this experience with such a great group of family and […]

I am currently onboard the MS Fridtjof Nansen with Hurtigruten Expeditions and sailing around Antarctica. Crazy, right?!For this month, we will talk about our amazing trip to Patagonia, hiking the W Trek with G Adventures that took place end of January. Day 0  ✈️ From the US, we flew into Santiago, Chile – my first […]