Natalie Farrell

First of all, can we talk about family travel for a second?! A survey by Expedia found that 97% of teens said family vacations brought them closer to their siblings, and 69% said their favorite childhood memories happened on family trips. Not opening presents on Christmas morning, on vacation. Research out of the University of Toronto confirms it too: if you want to give someone something that makes them feel closer to you, give them an experience! And this is exactly what I witnessed...

Hey Everyone! This past month I went deep into the world of river cruising.... explored one of my new favorite European cities, and helped a client completely pivot their honeymoon into something even better than what they originally imagined. Keep reading to hear how it all played out. River Cruising: A Surprising Take From Someone Who Tried It So I went to Amsterdam to attend the ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors) river cruise conference to learn all about river cruising, which…...

Hey everyone! I feel like I blinked and somehow it’s already March. If you live anywhere in the Northeast like I do, you’re probably feeling the same way. This winter has been brutal, and I think we’re all more than ready for spring and a little sunshine. This month’s newsletter I’m sharing where I escaped to recently for some much-needed warmth (spoiler: the Caribbean), plus a quick update on the crisis in the Middle East and how it’s affecting travel and some of my clients. Let’s dive in. A...