Castles, beaches, amazing food, wild adventures, and a little family chaos. Explore six European family vacation ideas, with real travel advice from Jess.

Going on a cruise is an adventure unlike any other. Here's a guide to the various cruise lines of North America.

Trying to plan a trip for a whole group without losing your mind? Start with the kind of experience everyone actually wants. Here are five group vacation styles that make choosing a destination much easier.

Not sure where to go in Spain? Compare Madrid, Barcelona, Andalusia, the Basque Country, Northern Spain and more to find the version of Spain that actually fits your trip.

Our family’s custom Faroe Islands trip became a bigger Nordic adventure through Greenland, Denmark, and Copenhagen, with cliffs, puffins, Camp Kangiusaq, biking, canals, and plenty of real-world family travel logistics.

Saint Martin is 37 square miles split between France and the Netherlands, and it might be the most underestimated destination in the Caribbean. Planes buzz the beach at Maho, the French side serves some of the best food in the region, and Anguilla is a 20-minute ferry ride away. This is the trip people come back from talking about for years.

A 3-day couples escape to El Salvador’s Mizata Beach, staying in a lofted treehouse at AntiResort, hiking Volcán de Santa Ana, and soaking in Surf City culture.

An honest Virgin Voyages review from a cruise-skeptic turned First Mate. Discover why the "no kids, no buffets" model is a game-changer for luxury travelers. Written by Jess Dorsey, a CRNA who brings professional precision to custom cruise planning.

This was an 11-day Ireland trip that included Manchester, Belfast, Galway, and Dublin, and it’s a great example of how a custom trip to Ireland doesn’t have to follow the same tired path everyone else takes.

Off the beaten path travel alternatives to Paris, Tokyo, Cancún & more. Discover hidden gems, authentic trips & safer, less touristy options.

We spent 17 days driving through Croatia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, and Romania — with stunning hikes, private guides, too many border crossings, and more meat than any one family should eat. This was our custom Balkan adventure, the honest version. No fluff, just the best (and craziest) parts.

Trying out MSC Cruise Planning as a family alternative to Virgin Voyages.

Let me tell you about the time I channeled my inner British racing driver (okay, more like nervous American mom) and took on UK roads with m

The Professional Advantage (Or: Why You Need Someone Who Knows What's Up)

A Sample of our Christmas Custom Belgium Travel Plan

Starting in 2025, U.S. citizens traveling to EU countries and the UK will need a visa.

So, you're intrigued by the idea of becoming a personal travel planner . Maybe it's the chance to share your travel smarts or to curate...

If helping others experience amazing getaways sounds like your dream gig, but you’ve heard many intimidating rumors, let’s clear things up.

The Basque Country holds a unique place within Spain—culturally, politically, and geographically. While it’s officially part of Spain, the region maintains its own language, Euskara, and fiercely independent identity. Historically, the Basques have often sought autonomy, and today, the Basque Country enjoys a special level of self-governance, with its own parliament and police force. This distinct blend of Spanish and Basque heritage is reflected in everything from the local

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Custom bleisure Travel Trips are the newest trend.

The Canadian Rockies are one of the most breathtaking mountain ranges in the world.

The ultimate wellness travel guide with adventures, detox retreats, luxury spas, fitness boot camps, and yoga sanctuaries.

Custom Diving and snorkeling adventures are accessible worldwide, offering a blend of exhilarating beauty and serene escape.

Jess.Travel specializes in crafting bespoke travel experiences to some of the world’s most exotic, less-trodden locales.