Puerto Rico - 2024

This lovely family of 3 wanted to go someplace warm that didn’t require a passport for Spring Break this year, and they settled on Puerto Rico! They were coming from the West Coast, so they wisely decided to stay the first night in San Juan, before heading out a bit to explore the island, and then spending the last night back in San Juan before heading back home. They rented a car so they could be on their schedule, and get to go where they wanted to go, and enjoyed their time at a lovely resort.

Latin AmericaKara BrownApril 15, 2024puerto rico, us territory, Beach Vacation, family travel, family, beach, CaribbeanComment

Costa Mujeres - 2024

Families of 5 sometimes find it hard to travel because they often require 2 rooms, which obviously brings the cost up. This family of 5 knew to go to an expert to find help in that respect: at their resort, they had a room that fit the 5 of them together! They also got to escape to this view, which can’t be beat! Check out some of the amazing memories they made together in the crystal blue waters of Costa Mujeres, Mexico.

Mexico - 2023

When celebrating major milestones, my clients sometimes want to be able to just relax and getaway, without moving about or doing much of anything. For these clients celebrating their 10-year anniversary, they didn’t want to worry about anything, didn’t want to think about how much dinner or drinks cost or where to find them, and just wanted a beach to lay out on. Mexico does all of that really well, so they decided to go there.

Latin AmericaKara BrownJuly 9, 2023mexico, anniversary, all inclusive, resort, all inclusive resort, relaxing, anniversary tripComment

Mexico - 2023

Sometimes it’s nice to get away to a resort, where you don’t have to think about what you’ll have for dinner, or what you’ll do each day. My clients wanted that for themselves, as they wanted to take a “friends trip” together and just spend some time away with each other. They chose Mexico and enjoyed their time on the resort a lot!

Latin AmericaKara BrownJuly 2, 2023Mexico, Central America, All Inclusive, Resort, Friends, Beach Vacation, Latin AmericaComment

Costa Rica - 2023

My clients were looking for a relaxing yet adventurous ecotourism vacation. They’d been to Belize (another of my top ecotourism destinations, as you can see from other past trips), and they had enjoyed Barbados and Grenada as cruise stops already. They were looking for something where they could sit on the beach yet still enjoy some excursions that were unique, so Costa Rica was selected!

Latin AmericaKara BrownMarch 2, 2023costa rica, adventure, Eco tours, ecotourism, scuba, snorkelComment

Belize - 2022

Jeff & Kathleen had gotten married during COVID, and wanted to book their honeymoon now that restrictions had started being lifted. They are both adventurous people - enjoying hiking, snowmobiling, and generally being outside in nature - but also wanted a component of relaxation and being able to sit at the beach. Belize was just the ticket for them, with a split stay between rainforest and caye. They enjoyed the pace of it and the adventure, saying “All we had to do was show up ready for our next experience!”

Latin AmericaKara BrownFebruary 19, 2023belize, honeymoon, adventure, cultureComment

Cuba - 2022

Cuba - so close, yet seemingly so far away to US citizens. Or so many people think! But I am here to tell ya, WE CAN EXPERIENCE CUBA! Sure, there are some extra hoops to jump through, but that's what a good travel agent (who has experienced it firsthand) is for!

Latin AmericaKara BrownNovember 12, 2022Cuba, Caribbean, HavanaComment

Costa Rica - 2022

Whitney and Tyler wanted to celebrate their 10-year anniversary in Costa Rica with a romantic, slightly adrenaline boosting, vacation. They planned for one big adrenaline day, going to Buena Vista Park where they got to participate in horseback riding, zip lining, and a natural water slide! Tyler surprised Whitney with a romantic sunset dinner on the beach, as well, making this trip one that will be remembered for the rest of their lives.

Latin AmericaKara BrownSeptember 6, 2022costa rica, latin america, anniversary, All InclusiveComment

Belize - 2022

For being a small country in Central America that many couldn’t find on a map, Belize is packed with beauty, culture, and wildlife. Conveniently located within a day of most places in the US, it is the sole country in Central America that boasts English as the official language, making it a perfect place to begin your globe trotting bucket list.

Latin AmericaKara BrownApril 15, 2022belize, central america, latin america, lizards, sharksComment

Mazatlán, Mexico - 2021

My first clients out of the country since the COVID-19 pandemic hit American soils, and their trip was a total success! In their own words: El CID Castilla was very clean and accommodating. From breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks and meals by the pool to drinks at the bar in the lobby. We look forward to coming again. We met new friends and look forward to coming again. Kara made everything easy for our first family vacation out of the country.

Playa del Carmen, Mexico - 2021

The Sandos Caracol Eco Resort near Playa del Carmen is amazing if you love nature. It has several natural cenotes on the resort (one of which you can swim in if you are 6 years old or older), as well as a bunch of animals - with all captive ones being rescues. It also has Mayan ruins on site, so if you don’t want to take a tour to Tulum or some of the other nearby ones, you don’t have to! With a waterpark for the kids, there is sure to be something for everyone here.

Playa del Carmen, Mexico - 2020

Coming through the Cancun airport, one might expect the typical tourist locale of Cancun, but tucked down in Playa del Carmen there is a resort called the Sandos Caracol Eco Resort that gives travelers an authentic Mexican experience in an All-Inclusive package. With on-site nature areas and plenty of cultural experiences included in your room rate, it is a marvelous mix of the true Mexican experience and the All Inclusive world.

Latin AmericaKara BrownMarch 15, 2020All Inclusive, Authentic Mexico, Culture, Experience Culture, Sandos Caracol Eco ResortComment

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - 2019

Puerto Vallarta is a bustling hub of Mexican culture, with art galleries, beautiful sunsets, and nature at your fingertips. Located on the Pacific side of Mexico, it typically avoids the Sargassum seaweed that can accumulate on the Atlantic side in places like Cancun and Riviera Maya. It is located near the Sierra Madre mountains, which provides tour companies with zip line opportunities as well as nautical activities.

North America, Latin AmericaKara BrownDecember 10, 2019Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Pacific Ocean, Eco tours Comment

Azul Beach Resort Riviera Maya, Mexico - 2019

For families or those with food sensitivities, the Azul Beach Resort Riviera Maya is a HUGE WIN!

Latin AmericaKara BrownFebruary 20, 2019azul beach resort riviera maya, mexico, riviera maya, family, food allergies, food sensitivitiesComment

Mazatlán, Mexico - 2018

Are the winter blue getting you down? Looking for an affordable, warm location to escape to? Mazatlán is a great place to consider! Located on the west coast of Mexico, it offers a respite from most worries of hurricanes that the east coast is burdened with, and boasts nonstop flights from the Twin Cities.

Latin AmericaKara BrownFebruary 18, 2018Mazatlán, Mexico, beach, sun, warm vacation, winter bluesComment

Mazatlán, Mexico - 2016

Visits to this picturesque port city in Mexico are sure to delight the sun-child in anyone. Although any resort town in Mexico is sure to provide you with beautiful scenery, wonderful activities, and an enjoyable time, Mazatlán is just Mazatlán – it has resort town amenities but also welcomes you into the culture of its history, atmosphere, and people.

Latin AmericaKara BrownAugust 24, 2017Mazatlán, Mexico, PulmoniaComment

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