A global adventurer myself, my passion is sharing the world with others by introducing foods, cultures, adventure and relaxation in new ways. 

I do this by offering personalized planning for each client.  Whether it's a weekend getaway, assistance with a cruise or flights, or a year long trip around the world, I am doing what I love when I help plan the perfect vacation for you. I work with several groups, including families, schools, adults only and community service logistics as well as individuals and couples and families.

I've been in the travel business for ...well forever; first as an air traffic controller (my extensive knowledge of air ticketing comes from that phase of life), then as a travel planner since 2012. While I offer services for solo guests, I also plan for large groups and everything in between. I help to organize the details for unstressed travel whether you are taking on leadership of a group or exploring as an adventurist yourself.

I particularly enjoy planning more complicated destinations that aren't easily purchased "on line", insuring that details are taken care of during and after the sale.  Clients return and refer - there is no greater compliment.  My greatest passion lies in the Pacific region where I specialize in New Zealand/Australia, Hawaii, Tahiti and the Polynesian Islands as well as Japan and Thailand.

While I have visited more than 70 countries, my favorite recent destinations (and specialties) have included:

• French Polynesia including Tahiti and Bora Bora
• Japan and the Far East
• New Zealand and Australia
• The Hawaiian Islands
• Italy and Europe

I continually strive to increase my knowledge about world travel and completed certification training for the countries above as well as several more. 

My recent travels include a small ship cruise in Tahiti, a family trip to Italy, safari in Sri Lanka, pilgrimages to Israel, family trips to Florida and an expedition ship in Alaska.  I also took three trips to New Zealand (one work, one play and one to ski), where I jumped off the highest building in the country and landed precisely in the bulls eye on the ground.  I hiked the Inca Trail in Peru for five days in pursuit of a breathtaking view of Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate at sunrise (the hike was really really hard but I did it and you could too).  I took a 5 year old to Washington DC to see Abe Lincoln, who's fingers form his initials in sign language.  I still manage to work at least full time and more to create great itineraries and take care of the details for you, my clients.  It's what I do, because it's what I love.

Other travel highlights:

• river cruising in Europe (much different than the Mekong in Cambodia, or the Amazon River, which I experienced too). 
• my fifth trip to Japan (there's just so much to see and do),
• kayaking and hiking in Baja Mexico on a 60 guest ship
• motorcycle trip in Southern Spain (yes, I was a passenger and I wore my helmet).
• climbing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
• planning trips for multiple groups worldwide.
• being known as the "go to girl" for travel needs for schools and other groups locally and across the country.

My most memorable travel moments:

• Snorkeling in the South Pacific where the water is a constant 80 degrees year round.
• Giving away my bracelet to a woman on the Amazon who acted like it was the greatest gift she had ever received (was it?).
• Seeing my 7 year olds face at her first glimpse of The David in Florence.
• In Cambodia, seeing children search the corn fields catching the white mice.  Grandpa was at the fire pit, ready to drop them into boiling water to prep for the kids meals.  Meanwhile, a teenage girl sat on the steps of a stick house talking on a cell phone.  We were many miles from electricity and there wasn't refrigeration or sewerage, yet an old car battery kept the phone charged.  
• Hiking the Na Pali Coast in Kauai, Hawaii.

If you want to add your own twist on some of my stories, or add new adventures to your own memories, please call (603) 434-8100 or email me at [email protected] . I look forward to helping you plan your next adventure.

There are so many reasons to use a travel planner, her are just a few:

• Personalized Service
• Greater Value
• Better Match of Your Vacation Needs and Budget
• Ease and Convenience
• Expert Destination Knowledge
• Someone at Home to Take Care of Unforeseen Changes or Interruptions to your Vacation

Please review my feedback from guests who have traveled the world with my help.  Get yourself onto that list. 

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Wendy and Ann on the Inca Trail

Certifications don't only offer proof of knowledge and abilities in a specialty area, they show a commitment to long term improvement and learning.  While I feel well traveled and exceptionally knowledgeable about the world, we live in a changing world and I'm keeping up with those changes.  I continually improve my skills and increase my knowledge. I know this is the best way I can serve you better.

Here is a partial list of my certifications.

Certified Travel Associate Designation (CTA) from The Travel Institute

100 % Pure New Zealand Specialist

Certified Tahiti Specialist 

Kyoto Japan Travel Specialist

Anchorage Wilderness Expert and Pathfinder Expert 

Multiple cruise and land supplier designations