Rachel McDowell
Rachel McDowell
Family and Adventure Travel Specialist
Hi there! My name is Rachel McDowell and I am an avid world traveler! I am also a wife, mom to twin boys, and Army veteran. I am inherently an adventurer and find peace in nature. I haven't decided if I prefer the beach or the mountains, though (I guess I need to keep exploring until I decide).
I grew up in Portland, OR, did a stint in Arizona, but have ultimately found my way back to the "weird." I now call the Austin area my home; where jeans and sandals are acceptable everywhere and I can wake up every day to mimosas and breakfast tacos.
Traveling has always spoke to my soul. Outside of my family, it is truly the thing that brings me the most joy. I have visited 33 states, 17 countries, and six of the seven continents with plans to visit one more territory and seven new countries in the next year. From as early on as I can remember, I have always wanted to explore new places and discover what the world has to offer. I have instilled this same love of travel in my boys, who have already visited seven countries themselves and are amazing world travelers.
My goal is to help you make unforgettable memories through travel with as little stress as possible. I have two mottos when it comes to travel - It's the small details that separate a good vacation from a fantastic one; and there is no such thing as a bad vacation, just poor planning. With those two concepts in mind, let's get to traveling!
Testimonials I've Received
Antarctica
"Our Belize trip was extra amazing because of all your great tips!" Jennifer B.
"What a fabulous trip, Rachel!! Thank you for suggesting Brugge, Belgium!! I actually cry a bit thinking about this opportunity and the fact that I am walking where centuries of people have walked." Saundra L.
"Rachel did an amazing job setting up our vacation - literally every detail! Special excursions, VIP transfers that really made our travel easy, to great, useful information. She provided timely reminders so I didn't forget anything." Michele G.
"Rachel absolutely crushed my request and in record time! It was an immense relief to hand off our needs and have Rachel plan the most perfect trip." Pixie G.
My Areas of Expertise
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Make our vacation dreams a reality
A once in a lifetime trip to Disney World
ILifetime bucket list wish going to Disney world.
🎶The Dire Straights Concert in The Netherl
I was excited about her suggestions and amazed with her ability to organize this trip so quickly. Before speaking with Rachel I had become very discouraged about making my own arrangements. She dispersed my negativity and I became very motivated!
My whole trip was planned out and paid for seven months in advance! I traveled solo! Rachel gave me cheerful pep-talks when I became nervous, and she instilled in me that extra confidence I needed to be calm and enjoy!
I had a Fabulous Trip!
I highly recommend Rachel!
?The Dire Straits in The Netherlands 🎶
I became nervous about my solo trip and I called her. She gives great pep-talks and soon my courage was boosted and I was on track.
I highly recommend Rachel!
She’s a Fabulous Travel Agent!!