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Top Travel Trends Right Now: How People Are Traveling in 2026
Travel is changing faster than ever. Today’s travelers are no longer just choosing destinations—they are reshaping how they travel, when they travel, and what they expect from the entire experience. From slower, more intentional trips to experience-driven travel and rising planning frustrations, modern travel is becoming more curated, more emotional, and more complex. Here are the most important travel trends shaping how people are planning trips right now. 1. Slow Travel Is

Nikol Allee
Apr 273 min read


Booking Adventures: One of the Most Fun Parts of Being a Travel Advisor
One of the most exciting parts of being a travel advisor is helping clients book unforgettable experiences beyond just flights and hotels. One of my favorite things to do is suggest activities and excursions that bring a destination to life—and yes, you can book these even if you haven’t booked other travel arrangements with me . Here’s a glimpse into some of the amazing adventures I’ve recently helped clients book: Naples Underground Tour, Italy Naples Underground Tour Booke

Nikol Allee
Feb 283 min read


Accessible Luxury: Designing Travel Without Barriers
Since 2010, I have worked with the INDATA Project at Easterseals Crossroads , a federally funded initiative dedicated to educating individuals about assistive technology and ensuring people can access the tools that enhance independence and quality of life. For more than a decade, my work has centered around helping people of all abilities explore solutions that support mobility, communication, sensory access, and daily living. That experience has provided a deep understandin

Nikol Allee
Feb 185 min read


A Culinary Escape to Puglia: The Casa Lawa Retreat at Palazzo Daniele
May 22–25, 2026 | Gagliano del Capo, Apulia, Italy If you’ve been craving an Italian escape that feels deeply personal, creatively inspiring and deliciously immersive, this is it. From May 22–25, 2026, Palazzo Daniele—one of Puglia’s most striking design-forward boutique hotels—hosts an exclusive culinary retreat in collaboration with Casa Lawa founder Lukas Lewandowski. This is not a traditional hotel stay. It’s a three-night immersion into the flavors, traditions and rhythm

Nikol Allee
Feb 133 min read


Once-in-a-Lifetime Stays Around the World
Some places change the way you travel forever. These are the hotels you plan a trip around. The stays that become stories, benchmarks, and lifelong memories. From remote wilderness camps to iconic island resorts and design-forward sanctuaries, these once-in-a-lifetime stays represent the very best of luxury travel. Many of them are also recognized by the MICHELIN Key rating , the hotel world’s highest honor for exceptional hotels. What Are MICHELIN Keys? MICHELIN Keys are awa

Nikol Allee
Feb 114 min read


🏈As We’re Getting Ready for the Super Bowl Tonight, Let’s Talk About Turning a Sporting Event Into a Destination Vacation
As we’re all getting ready for the Super Bowl tonight, it’s the perfect time to talk about traveling to Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California — the host venue for Super Bowl LX in 2026 and why sporting events are one of my favorite reasons to travel. Sporting events aren’t just about the game. They’re the perfect excuse to turn a long weekend into a thoughtfully planned destination vacation , where the event is just one part of the experience and the city itself become

Nikol Allee
Feb 84 min read


Mexico City: An Iconic Destination for Culture, Architecture, Art, Food & History Lovers
Mexico City has quickly become one of the world’s most exciting travel destinations and for travelers seeking art, culture, and unforgettable experiences. From ancient civilizations and royal castles to cutting-edge architecture, world-class museums, legendary food, and vibrant neighborhoods, Mexico City offers a richness few global capitals can match. Why Mexico City Is Having a Moment One of the highest concentrations of museums in the world A globally celebrated food scene

Nikol Allee
Feb 63 min read


Serve, Stay, Play: An Exclusive BNP Paribas Open Experience in Palm Springs
Each March, Palm Springs becomes the epicenter of the global tennis world as the BNP Paribas Open —often referred to as the “fifth Grand Slam” —welcomes the sport’s top players, devoted fans, and world-class brands for two unforgettable weeks of competition and culture. From March 1–15, 2026 , the desert buzzes with energy, sophistication, and sun-soaked style—and this year, there’s an elevated way to experience it all. A Luxury Stay at the Heart of the Action During the BNP

Nikol Allee
Feb 52 min read


First-Time Travel to Japan: Everything You Need to Know 🇯🇵
Things we did in Japan Tokyo is my favorite city in the world! I was lucky enough to spend an entire month there — and it’s also where I got engaged, right in the middle of the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing . If someone asked me to name one must visit destination in the world, this would be my choice — every single time. Out of all the places I’ve traveled, Tokyo is the one city that would genuinely entice me to pack up the house, the family, including my angels "the kitti

Nikol Allee
Jan 2611 min read
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