Unlock the Magic: A Comprehensive Guide to Disney Destinations

All Roads Lead to Disney (But which is the best for you?) Did you know? At The Shameless Tourist, our Travel Designers are bona fide Disney aficionados. With several of our advisors boasting years as Disney World pass holders, and collectively having explored every Disney park and experience—except for Disneyland Tokyo, that is—our team’s love […]
In To Africa

The world is opening back up, and everyone is flocking to adventure. And not just any adventure—so many are doing big ticket bucket list type trips. Close your eyes and think about it—if you could choose anywhere, where would you go? For a lot of people, an African safari is at the top of that […]
Sail Sur L’eau

Imagine, if you will… Waking up from a blissful, supremely restful sleep on an absolutely sumptuous queen-sized bed with premium custom mattress. You follow the delectable mouth-watering scent wafting in the air to the sun deck where find the most decadent breakfast warmly waiting on you. Coffee? Tea? Mimosa? All of the above? Anything you […]
The Real Cost of Fake Reviews

Reviews are great. They help us make decisions on things as small as which toothpaste will leave us the most minty fresh or as large as where to go and stay for one of the biggest events in our lives. We put our trust in people we don’t even know because hey, they’ve tried it […]
The Sunshine State Travel Spree

Earlier this month, Stephanie and I set out on a mad dash to see some of our favorite properties on the South Atlantic Coast of Florida into the Keys in a 4 night, 13 hotel “shopping spree.” By Day 4 (honestly by Day 2!), we were exhausted, but we learned so much– and isn’t that […]
Travel in 2021 and Beyond!

Since the pandemic began, you would be hard pressed to find an industry that is more changed by COVID than Travel. From new procedures and protocols to entry and exit requirements, it’s no wonder most of those who are traveling now have changed their travel habits as well. January is often the month where most […]
Living La Pura Vida

Costa Rica has always been a popular place to visit for US Travelers, but in recent years it has become one of the top destinations for which I receive requests! Daily flights from many US hubs (that are usually fairly short!) coupled with plenty of adventure, nature experiences, and pristine beaches– Costa Rica is definitely […]
Viva Cabo!

Los Cabos, Mexico has always been a popular spot, but since the borders reopened in June, it has never been more popular with my clients. Even though I’ve planned dozens of trips to the area, it had been quite some time since I last visited, so after our 3rd plan for our 10th anniversary fell […]
A Weekend in Santa Barbara

The Santa Barbara area is considered The American Riviera. A city with beautiful beaches, amazing restaurants, unique architecture, and a much more relaxed pace than nearby LA. If you are looking for a California getaway, Santa Barbara is one of the very best places! Our Girls Weekend Away! We started the weekend off by checking […]
The Shameless Tourist Guide to The Rockies

I receive almost as many inquiries about where to enjoy the Mountains in the US as I do about beach destinations. With so many options to choose from and most friends having very strong opinions about “the best” place– how do you choose which option might be best for your family? Before I list a […]