Our fearless leader, Niki Rakowitz, attended the first ever Female Leaders in Travel Conclave at the end of July. In attendance were 23 prominent travel advisors from across North America. With a combined total annual sales of more than $600 million dollars, these women are amazing. At the event attendees shared stories behind their success, offered learning tools, business lessons, and personal development tips.
Why Group Travel? They say, “You can pack for every occasion, but a good friend will always be the best thing you can bring.” Personally, that’s all the encouragement I need to bring 10 good friends! A lot of people automatically assume that planning a group trip means higher expenses, more opinions to deal…
If you’re wondering how people get that “perfect” vacation photo you’re not alone. In the social media society that we live in where a picture truly is worth 1000 words, it’s definitely easy to think about how to improve your travel photography! Be present, enjoy where you are and live fully in the moment. BUT…
Hi everyone! Former Disney Cast Member here with some tips on how to make your Disney vacation the most enjoyable and most relaxing. There are so many things to take into consideration before going to Disney World, but I’m just going to cover the basics today. Whether it’s your first time, or fiftieth time, the…
I just returned from a trip to the South Island of New Zealand and I’ve come up with my top 10 must sees! This beautiful country is an amazing destination for nature lovers and adventure lovers alike. With a population of just over four million, it’s one of the least populated countries in the world.…
Freshen your mind and body with destinations that feature farm-to-table dining, state-of-the-art spas, and comprehensive daily activities. All of these are aimed at getting away from the distractions of everyday life, and helping you feel your best!
Business travel can mean different things for different people, but the necessities remain the same. Check out our top 10 must haves for your next international business travel adventure! 1. Your Passport and a Copy of Your Passport It’s also important to make sure that your passport is valid at least 6 months past your…
We couldn’t be more excited for 2019 and the BIG plans we have in store. Big goals, bigger travel and our biggest bucket list yet! We’ve been spending the first half of January dreaming about the coming year. It consists of the things that the agents of CARE Travel think YOU need to see this…
The holidays are in full swing! If you haven’t already picked out the perfect gift for the avid traveler in your life, we have some ideas for you… Collapsible water bottle Before venturing through airport security, all passengers are required to empty water bottles. Save space with a collapsible water bottle, that can easily be…
Hello friends! We recently returned from celebrating in Jamaica, after finding out we won a Sandals Travel Agency Recognition Award, for being a top selling agency! Check out the press release below: CARE TRAVEL HONORED AT PRESTIGIOUS SANDALS RESORTS S.T.A.R. AWARDS Manhattan, KS 12/12/2018 – Sandals Resorts International, voted World’s Leading All-Inclusive Company for 23…
Hello! CARE Travel designer Morgan here. While I am happy to assist in any travel type, my personal favorite is romance related. Whether it’s destination weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, vow renewals, and proposals, I love focusing on your love! I was so excited to have the opportunity to complete the WOW Specialist program in September, presented…
Hello, Rebecca here from CARE Travel. You may have read my other blogs in the past that revolve around adventure travel, but in the past few months I’ve been “taking it easy” as I’m expecting! This new addition to our family has inspired me to create this blog of the best babymoon locations. What is…
Hi! CARE Travel designer Morgan here. Niki and I had the opportunity to attend the Caribbean Wedding Industry Awards and Expo in Jamaica earlier this month. I wanted to share our experience with you all! Keep reading for our most recent EXCITING news! Caribbean Wedding Industry Awards and Expo Niki and I started our…
Everyone’s perspective of adventure travel is different. Some envision this as going to a far-out land, like those places you only see on Nova or on a search of Pinterest. Some consider this type of travel more of a daring event, like travel that includes bungee jumping, or climbing to an ungodly height to see…
Hello, Travel Designer Laura Beyer here. I was recently asked, “Where is your favorite place to send honeymooners?” My reply shocked the asker… “It doesn’t matter what my favorite place is, I’m here to find my clients paradise, not my own.” As a travel professional, I had to learn, not everyone has the same opinion or…
What do you think when someone says Alaska? Do you think glaciers, mountains, moose, whales? The possibilities are endless. Did you know Alaska is the largest state, and is bigger than Montana, Texas, and California combined? You might be thinking “It’s such a large state; how could I even decide where to visit? Should I…
Hello, I’m Travel Designer Morgan. It’s been almost two months since I’ve returned from my Moroccan Adventure and I’m still having a hard time trying to put this once in a lifetime experience into words. I had the opportunity to travel with G Adventures on their Morocco National Geographic Journey group tour and it was…
Hello, CARE Travel’s Office Administrator, Rebecca, here. The fantasizing city of Vancouver is at the very top of my “Bucket List” travels. Over the past two years I have studied the ins and outs of this vibrant city and hold my Vancouver Specialist Certificate. There are so many reasons to love Vancouver, from the idyllic…
People are always talking about taking their “dream vacation” — but largely what people mean when they say this is that every detail of the trip was planned flawlessly, everything went according to plan, and the service and food were stellar. But what if the key to having the best vacations of your life has…
Have you always dreamed of a destination wedding? Well I am excited to tell you that you are not alone, destination weddings are on the rise. And I am proud to say that CARE Travel is certified specifically for Destination Weddings and Honeymoons! In fact, I just returned in May 2018 from renewing one of…
Hey everyone! This is Bailey Menne, Travel Designer at CARE Travel. As you know, I went to Italy last fall and had an amazing time. I did tons of research before I left to prepare, but still learned new things while in the country. Below are my top tips for you before you travel to…
When talking eco-friendly destinations, the stigma that follows the word “eco” is usually is visioned as a rustic lodge with that dreaded communal outhouse, a full vegan-gluten free menu, and mandatory “tuck your pants into your socks so you don’t get attacked by ticks” livin’. Well I have news for you… Eco-Friendly can be LUXURY.…
Our New Year’s Resolution, at CARE Travel for 2018, was to establish a system to evolve our outreach capabilities by showing clients how to help the community, through travel. In this process we have met some really fantastic people, discovered some amazing charities, and our eyes have opened wider, to the world around us. We…
CARE Travel’s Destination & Drinks Each month CARE Travel hosts Destination & Drinks where we feature a travel destination accompanied by themed drinks. The location is always held at a local Manhattan restaurant, including the 324 Speakeasy, Arrow Coffee, and della Voce. CARE Travel designers unite at the location, to host an interactive, casual event…
Has the weather got you feeling a little blue? There is nothing quite like a beach and sunshine to bring out positive vibes! We’ve composed the top five islands to book a romantic vacation to – where you can sit, sip, swim, hold hands, and just take in the majesty of big water. For the…
How do you define a quality family vacation? We believe family vacations need to revolve around bonding time. We have introduced a new travel trend to CARE Travel’s clients, offering the ability for volunteer activities while abroad. Now, we offer experiences that blend sightseeing and hands-on activities, while widening our children’s eyes to new cultures. …
We’ve pulled together what we believe will be the ten biggest travel trends to hit the travel industry in 2018. Some of these trends have already started to emerge, while some are just around the corner… ONE: Culinary Vacations TWO: Wellness Retreats THREE: River Cruises FOUR: Small Group Guided Travel FIVE: Multi-Generational Travel SIX: Cultural Immersion Travel …
This past September I was fortunate enough to visit Italy for 10 days, with my husband. Yes, Italy! The big, beautiful, once in a lifetime country everyone wants to see. We went to the Amalfi Coast and Rome while we were there and it’s an experience I’ll never forget. Here is some insider info into my trip…
Thank you for traveling with CARE Travel! Without all of our wonderful clients we wouldn’t be able to continue living our dream here at CARE. As a small token of our gratitude, we’ll be holding a friendly competition, so that we can give back a little of our appreciation! The reward will be a $50…
Recently engaged or hoping he’ll pop the question over the upcoming holidays? Start thinking about your dream destination wedding and evolving wedding trends. 1. Romantic Eco Weddings. The combination of beauty and peaceful ambiance, only nature can provide. This wedding style incorporates lush foliage to create an intimate space. Some of our favorite Eco Wedding destinations…
This summer, my family packed our bags and jetted off for about a month of adventures in and around Italy. During this vacation, we experienced so many wonderful moments. Looking back, it is nearly impossible to choose one as my “favorite”, but a wine tour we participated in, in Italy, really stuck out…. We woke up anticipating to partake in a…
The country of New Zealand is composed of two main islands, located in the Southern Pacific. Offering a selection of mountains, zig zagging coast lines, rolling farmland, canyons, tight twisters, and thick native bush, New Zealand’s landscape creates a rider’s paradise. CARE Travel has teamed up with Pohutukawa Tours to give you a brief snapshot into…
Let’s be honest- how many of you have been dreaming about your fairytale engagement? You know, the one where your special someone follows those “7 commandments of proposing”. I actually got engaged recently and my fiancé did an AMAZING job planning the proposal. It even worked out that about 6 of the 7 “commandments” were followed…
Tired of dreaming about traveling to that dream destination but feeling like you don’t have the money to make it a reality? Chances are you might actually have the finances, but they’re not allocated correctly…. Traveling is one of the most, if not the most, rewarding experience you can spend your money on, but it…
Looking for a relaxing vacation? Start from the beginning, by hiring a travel agent to make your vacation planning and travels seamless. We at CARE Travel consistently create fantastic, stress-free travel experiences for hundreds of people a year. Specialists.According to a recent poll of 1,200 consumers, almost one-third polled spent an excess of four hours,…
Last year, CARE Travel made it a goal to offer more exclusive, inclusive packages for our clients, providing enhanced excursions, additional perks, and overall an amplified experience. We call these masterpieces our Signature Collections. That said, we’d like to introduce our featured World Travel’s Signature Alaska Adventure, taking place May 8, 2018, until May 20,…
I have been vacationing by cruise ship for a while now. Regular cruises to the Bahamas and the Caribbean have been a staple in my vacationing for the last few years. I’ve always thought of traveling across the Atlantic by cruise ship to be an intriguing and romantic notion, though the thought of being on…
Almost all travelers have a Nightmare Luggage story. You spent a lot of money on a fancy brand-name bag that broke on the first leg of the trip. Or you skimped on the spending and got exactly what you paid for. Or the bag that you thought would be comfortable and versatile turned out to…
Bonjour, Mon nom est Danyel. Translation: Hello, My name is Danyel. I work at CARE Travel as a travel designer. I am so excited to talk to you about my experience in PARIS! I studied abroad this past semester! It was a life-changing experience! I was blessed to travel all over Europe. One of my…
Hi everyone! My name is Kaitlin, and I’m a travel designer at CARE Travel. I’m so excited to share about my favorite destination in Europe, Amsterdam! I’m extremely passionate about world travel and had the opportunity to study abroad during my time at Kansas State University. I traveled to seven countries, and countless cities, but…
Not every vacation has to “break the bank” … Tips and tricks to budget vacationing! Let me start by introducing myself… my name is Rebecca Barrett, and I’ve been an agent at CARE Travel for about 8 months now. I went to school for hospitality management, because jobs in hospitality allow me the flexibility…
Interviewing Colin Rowe, owner of Pohutukawa Motorcycle Tours As a travel agency, our goal is to bring value to your vacation, and by doing so, assist in creating memories that will last a lifetime. We personally travel to different regions enabling us to provide first-hand knowledge to share with you, our clients; however, our…
It’s about time we address a certain wedding tradition that seems to have gotten lost over time. You know how it goes- the bride basically calls the shots and well the groom, he just keeps his fiancé happy? Yes, keeping her happy is a priority but the groom is also responsible for the honeymoon! Surprise!…
Last year for the holiday season the more time our family spent together the more we talked about our love of traveling together and all the awesome memories we have made in the past on all of our adventures together over the years. As the weeks went by and decorations went up, stress began to…
Last year for the holiday season the more time our family spent together the more we talked about our love of traveling together and all the awesome memories we have made in the past on all of our adventures together over the years. As the weeks went by and decorations went up, stress began to…
Buenos Dias! The CARE Travel team recently returned home from an incredible week in Riviera Maya, Mexico where we were able to tour some beautiful properties and finalize some exciting CARE Travel plans for the coming year. Upon our arrival we were each greeted with a cold hand towel and a glass of champagne. After…
CARE Travel, Concierge And Romantic Escape Travel CONCIERGE kôNˈsyerZH,ˌkänsēˈerZH/ How the Dictionary defines Concierge noun: a hotel employee whose job is to assist guests by arranging tours, making theater and restaurant reservations, etc. How CARE Travel implements Concierge Our main goal is to ensure you create valued memories while on vacation. Every person’s idea of “the perfect getaway” is different, so…
So what’s the hype about using a travel agency? It’s simple, really, we take CARE of you from the minute you walk into our office, until the time you arrive back home.We wear many hats… from your group mediator/organizer (especially when traveling with family!), to your packing/wardrobe consultant, to your real life google search through thousands of destinations – we got it! All-in-all, you will receive…
June has been a great month for all of us here at CARE Travel. Over the past two weeks alone Niki was recognized as a Woman of Distinction, achieved Chairman’s Royal Club (CRC)status and the agency received a Piton Award recognizing us as one of the top selling St. Lucia agencies. We are honored to have received…
From the moment we stepped off the plane, this warm island was exploding in hospitality. We were greeted by local entertainment, before being swept away to our resort. The cool lemongrass-scented towel and sparkling glass of champagne was a plus on this hot day, and made check in a breeze. We stayed at a smaller…
One of the most popular questions we hear at CARE Travel is, “do I really need a travel agent?”. The answer is simple: YES! We could go on all day telling you horror stories about travel gone wrong and the one common theme you would notice is that all of these troubles could have…
One of the best gifts you can give your children is great memories… I read this quote recently and have to admit that it has really resonated with me. It made me think long and hard about what I want to do as a mother for my son. Material things will quickly become outdated, worn out…
