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The Journal

Notes from the road.

Resort reviews, planning tips, and honest takes from the trips I take and the ones I plan for clients. Everything here, I've seen firsthand or vetted closely before recommending it.

FeaturedSaint Lucia, three ways: which side of the island is right for you
CaribbeanJune 20266 min read

Saint Lucia, three ways: which side of the island is right for you

The north is easy and lively, the west has the Pitons and the romance, and the wild Atlantic side is for travelers who want quiet. Here's how I match each one to the trip my clients describe.

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The dining reservations worth waking up at 6am for
Disney5 min read

The dining reservations worth waking up at 6am for

A short list of Walt Disney World tables that are genuinely hard to get, and the ones you can safely skip.

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River vs. ocean: how to pick your first cruise
Cruises4 min read

River vs. ocean: how to pick your first cruise

They're two completely different trips. A simple way to decide which one fits the way you actually like to travel.

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What a real wellness reset looks like
Wellness3 min read

What a real wellness reset looks like

Spa days are nice, but a restorative trip is built differently. What to look for before you book.

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Adult-only or family resort? An honest comparison
Caribbean5 min read

Adult-only or family resort? An honest comparison

The trade-offs nobody mentions, and how to choose the right one for your group without regret.

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When to book: a month-by-month planning guide
Planning Tips4 min read

When to book: a month-by-month planning guide

The booking windows I work backward from for Disney, Caribbean peak weeks, and last-minute getaways.

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A calmer way to do EPCOT with kids
Disney6 min read

A calmer way to do EPCOT with kids

A pace and a route that keeps everyone happy, including the adults who came for the food and wine.

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Five resorts I'd send my own family to
Caribbean4 min read

Five resorts I'd send my own family to

The properties that consistently get it right, from the welcome to the last morning's coffee.

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Slow travel: the case for staying put
Wellness3 min read

Slow travel: the case for staying put

Why one resort for a week often beats three stops in the same time, and who it suits best.

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What to ask a travel advisor before you commit
Planning Tips5 min read

What to ask a travel advisor before you commit

A few questions that quickly tell you whether someone will actually look after your trip.

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