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Final Call for Summer: 3 Trips You Can Still Book Right Now

A white lighthouse with a black lantern top stands on a rocky coastline beside red-roofed keeper’s houses, surrounded by lush green vegetation under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

By Bri Rothman | Travel Plans with Bri Okay, let’s talk summer travel — and yes, I know what you’re thinking. “Isn’t it kind of late for this?” Technically? A little. But life gets busy and sneaks up on us, doesn’t it? If you’ve been meaning to plan a summer getaway and somehow blinked and […]

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5 Best Travel Books to Pack in Your Carry-On

By Brianna Rothman Some people use the extra room in their suitcase for shoes. Some save it for a souvenir shopping spree. Others (bless them) insist on packing full-size toiletries. And then there are the readers. The ones standing over an open suitcase at 11pm, genuinely debating whether four books is reasonable for a seven-day […]

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Summer Drinks Inspired by Travel: Destination‑Inspired Cocktails & Mocktails to Bring Vacation Home

By Bri Rothman If you’re dreaming of a summer getaway but your calendar (or budget) says otherwise, you’re not alone. As a travel advisor, I hear it all the time —moms craving a break, craving sunshine, craving something that feels like an escape… even if they’re spending summer in their backyard. The good news? You […]

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What to Book Now: Mapping Out Your 2027 Travel Dreams

By Brianna Rothman Some travelers love the thrill of booking a trip six weeks before departure. Others start planning two years out. As I see it, some travelers book a trip six weeks before departure. Others start planning two years out. And honestly? Both approaches work — especially when you have a travel advisor in […]

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A Perfect Day in Vienna: How to Explore the City Like a Travel Pro

If you’re planning a European getaway, Vienna is one of those cities that quietly exceeds every expectation. Whether it’s the first stop on your itinerary or a quick layover before heading somewhere else, Vienna delivers a rare combination of beauty, culture, and ease — the kind of place where you can wander without rushing and […]