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No problem! If you're craving a getaway but unsure where to start, Jess can help. With a personalized consult, we’ll dive into your travel style and preferences to handpick several custom travel plans just for you.


Faroes, Greenland, Iceland
North Atlantic Adventure

Belgium
Waffles, Fries & Beer

England
London's Calling

Ireland
Shamrock your world.

El Salvador
Hike a Volcano

St. Martin/Sint Maarten
Euro Caribbean Blue

Italy
Bada-Bing!

Groups
Do the group thing


Group Trip Ideas: 5 Types of Group Vacations Everyone Can Actually Agree On
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.


Where Should You Go in Spain?
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 Trip to Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands
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: The Caribbean Island That Plays by Its Own Rules
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.


El Salvador Is Back: Our 3-Day Couples Escape
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.


The Ultimate Virgin Voyages Guide: Why You Need a First Mate for the Cruise That Doesn't Suck
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.


Ireland in Winter, With Kids, and a Rental Car
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.


Discover Hidden Gems: Alternatives to Popular Destinations
Off the beaten path travel alternatives to Paris, Tokyo, Cancún & more. Discover hidden gems, authentic trips & safer, less touristy options.


Balkan Breakdown: 17 Days, 5 Countries, 1 Family with the "meat sweats"
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.


I Cheated on Virgin Voyages with MSC (And I'd Do It Again in a Heartbeat)
Trying out MSC Cruise Planning as a family alternative to Virgin Voyages.


London, Dover and Southeast England: A Family Adventure (Where Mom Conquers Left-Side Driving and Lives to Tell the Tale!)
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


How Much Does a Custom Travel Planner Cost? (Did You Mean: How Much Am I Losing by Not Having One?)
The Professional Advantage (Or: Why You Need Someone Who Knows What's Up)


The Ultimate Quick Guide to Planning Your Perfect Christmas Trip to Belgium
A Sample of our Christmas Custom Belgium Travel Plan


New Visa Requirements for American Travelers to the EU and UK: What You Need to Know
Starting in 2025, U.S. citizens traveling to EU countries and the UK will need a visa.


How Much Does It Cost to Be a Personal Travel Planner?
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...


9 Misconceptions About Becoming a Custom Travel Planner (And Why They’re Wrong)
If helping others experience amazing getaways sounds like your dream gig, but you’ve heard many intimidating rumors, let’s clear things up.


A 10-Day Journey Through Spain's Basque Country: The Ultimate Guide
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


So, You Want to Be a Custom Travel Planner? Here’s How Not to Screw It Up
Don't make the same mistakes I did.


Bleisure Travel: How to Offer the Perfect Blend of Business and Leisure
Custom bleisure Travel Trips are the newest trend.


The Canadian Rockies: An Epic Adventure from Calgary to Vancouver
The Canadian Rockies are one of the most breathtaking mountain ranges in the world.


Wellness Travel: Your Ultimate Guide to Rejuvenation
The ultimate wellness travel guide with adventures, detox retreats, luxury spas, fitness boot camps, and yoga sanctuaries.


The World's Best Scuba Diving and Snorkeling Destinations
Custom Diving and snorkeling adventures are accessible worldwide, offering a blend of exhilarating beauty and serene escape.


Off the Beaten Path: Exotic Custom Trips Planned for the Intrepid Explorer
Jess.Travel specializes in crafting bespoke travel experiences to some of the world’s most exotic, less-trodden locales.


Explaining the diverse regions of Florida
The Ultimate guide to your visit to Florida.


The Year Your Passport Becomes Your Bestie – The Travel Trends of 2024
Top Travel Styles and Destinations for 2024
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