on the train from Graz to Vienna, Austria
about me
I first became really interested in travel when I studied abroad in Merida, Mexico as a college student at Ohio University. I loved the country and my experience there so much so that I ended up returning the following year and added Spanish as my second major. These experiences were my first outside of the country, and I absolutely fell in love with the idea of seeing the world. My husband also studied abroad in college (Rome, Italy) and dreamed of international adventures in his future, so we make a good match! We have been married for seven years, and have already visited many incredible places together…and we’re just starting out!
I first became really interested in travel when I studied abroad in Merida, Mexico as a college student at Ohio University. I loved the country and my experience there so much so that I ended up returning the following year and added Spanish as my second major. These experiences were my first outside of the country, and I absolutely fell in love with the idea of seeing the world. My husband also studied abroad in college (Rome, Italy) and dreamed of international adventures in his future, so we make a good match! We have been married for seven years, and have already visited many incredible places together…and we’re just starting out!
Paradise Point, St. Thomas U.S.V.I.
Before working in the travel industry, I taught high school Spanish for five years and then pre-k and kindergarten Spanish. I worked as a part-time nanny to two lovable children for nearly four years, while also working in the office for my parent travel agency, Destination Travel Co. I spent seven great years with Destination Travel from 2012-2019 and then accepted a position with Westlake Travel / Encompass the World Travel / and KHM Travel Group to focus on travel planning, social media, and writing.
My husband and I are not overly picky about our travel destinations, but we particularly love the Caribbean - especially St. John and St. Maarten/St. Martin. The most fun we have ever had on vacation was visiting Walt Disney World in 2010 – we still talk about that trip constantly, and I love helping clients plan their Disney vacations! The most incredible trip we have taken was to Austria, which is amazingly beautiful and full of warm people.
In the near future, we hope to sail with Princess Cruises for a Scandinavian itinerary, and also see Alaska from both land and sea. I am also extremely anxious to return to Walt Disney World, sail on Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas, and one day attend events at the summer Olympics. A Monograms tour through Europe (countries TBD) is also high on my travel bucket list!
My husband and I are not overly picky about our travel destinations, but we particularly love the Caribbean - especially St. John and St. Maarten/St. Martin. The most fun we have ever had on vacation was visiting Walt Disney World in 2010 – we still talk about that trip constantly, and I love helping clients plan their Disney vacations! The most incredible trip we have taken was to Austria, which is amazingly beautiful and full of warm people.
In the near future, we hope to sail with Princess Cruises for a Scandinavian itinerary, and also see Alaska from both land and sea. I am also extremely anxious to return to Walt Disney World, sail on Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas, and one day attend events at the summer Olympics. A Monograms tour through Europe (countries TBD) is also high on my travel bucket list!
Most recent vacation(s):
May 2013 – Austria and Italy
September 2013 - Cancun/Riviera Maya for AM Resorts Destination Weddings and Honeymoons on-site training
November 2013 - Royal Caribbean Eastern Caribbean Cruise - Oasis of the Seas
May 2014 - Secrets Silversands; Riviera Maya, Mexico
Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort and Spa; Riviera Maya, Mexico
July 2014 - Iberostar Paraiso Lindo; Riviera Maya, Mexico
Iberostar Grand Paraiso Beach Resort; Riviera Maya, Mexico
June 2015 - Secrets Silversands; Riviera Maya Mexico
Secrets the Vine; Cancun, Mexico
October 2016 - Walt Disney World - Pop Century
May 2017 - Grand Velas Riviera Maya
May 2018 - Grand Princess California Coastal Cruise with a short stay in San Francisco
April 2019 - Disney Fantasy Western Caribbean cruise
June 2019 - Karisma Resorts travel agent trip; Riviera Maya, Mexico
Upcoming vacation(s):
spring 2020 - TBD adult vacation
fall 2020 - Walt Disney World family vacation
May 2013 – Austria and Italy
September 2013 - Cancun/Riviera Maya for AM Resorts Destination Weddings and Honeymoons on-site training
November 2013 - Royal Caribbean Eastern Caribbean Cruise - Oasis of the Seas
May 2014 - Secrets Silversands; Riviera Maya, Mexico
Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort and Spa; Riviera Maya, Mexico
July 2014 - Iberostar Paraiso Lindo; Riviera Maya, Mexico
Iberostar Grand Paraiso Beach Resort; Riviera Maya, Mexico
June 2015 - Secrets Silversands; Riviera Maya Mexico
Secrets the Vine; Cancun, Mexico
October 2016 - Walt Disney World - Pop Century
May 2017 - Grand Velas Riviera Maya
May 2018 - Grand Princess California Coastal Cruise with a short stay in San Francisco
April 2019 - Disney Fantasy Western Caribbean cruise
June 2019 - Karisma Resorts travel agent trip; Riviera Maya, Mexico
Upcoming vacation(s):
spring 2020 - TBD adult vacation
fall 2020 - Walt Disney World family vacation
When I am not traveling or helping others travel, I love to read, watch movies, spend time outdoors, cook awesome vegan food, play board games, and do crafty things like sew or scrapbook. We love living in Cleveland, and frequent the West Side Market, comedy clubs, museums, and local restaurants. I organize our neighborhood book club as well!
My husband and I have an adorably sweet little girl and live with our rescue dog, Andy the Bichon Frise.
My husband and I have an adorably sweet little girl and live with our rescue dog, Andy the Bichon Frise.
education
Ohio University - Athens, Ohio
B.A. English Literature
B.A. Spanish
Centro de Idiomas del Sureste - Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
Cleveland State University - Cleveland, Ohio
Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Program
Spanish Education K-12
