Travel with Heart: Giving Back Around the Globe

At The Shameless Tourist, we believe travel is about more than where you go. We feel it’s about connection. With the people and places you are experiencing at your destination. Some of the most meaningful journeys are the ones that leave behind a ripple of impact, where your presence uplifts the places and people who […]

Luxury Italian Hotels (and why I visited 30+)

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What 30+ Hotels in Italy Taught Me About Real Luxury September had me on the move with a whirlwind travel schedule. I kicked things off in Amsterdam, and from there, my daughter joined me for Italy. She took her very first solo international flight to meet me! I was so proud of her. At just […]

Wander Women: The Rise of Solo Female Travel

Solo travel has long held an allure, but in 2025, women are taking the lead like never before. An astonishing 71% of solo luxury travelers are women. What’s fueling the trend? Part empowerment, part exploration, and part redefinition of what luxury truly means. More women are seeking experiences that allow them to step away from […]

Why 50% of Travelers Are Choosing Advisors Over DIY Planning

We live in the golden age of information. Google can deliver millions of results for “best European destinations” in seconds. TripAdvisor has 8 million reviews. Instagram floods us with endless snapshots of picture-perfect places. And yet—50% of travelers are choosing to work with an advisor instead of piecing it all together themselves. Why? Because having […]

Set Your Sights on Santa Fe

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It’s official — Santa Fe, New Mexico has been named Travel + Leisure’s #1 U.S. Destination for 2025, and we couldn’t be more thrilled (or unsurprised). This charming high-desert city has long been one of our favorite places for clients craving soul-filled experiences, striking design, and rich culture. From adobe architecture to centuries-old traditions, Santa […]