Welcome back to my new blog series, DWD Travelers! Periodically, with their permission, I’ll be sharing my clients’ vacations and thoughts. In reading these first hand trip experiences, you can see what is possible for you! Repeat clients, Randy & Wendy recently went on a couple’s getaway to Jamaica. This was their first time to the […]

Planning for an all-inclusive vacation is so exciting! The thought of a stunning Caribbean beach, endless cocktails, and a sexy room to call home for a week sounds better and better with each passing day. You’re ready to get started planning and booking, but there are a few things to consider before you get started. I’ve […]

So you’ve booked your vacation with DWD Travel at a beautiful Caribbean all-inclusive resort! You’re counting down the days until your toes are in the sand and you’re overlooking the bluest water you’ve ever seen. You can picture it perfectly, except what to pack! I’m here to save your day with a simple packing list […]

With my current bible study and Easter just wrapping up, I’ve been thinking quite a bit about God’s purpose and calling for us, especially myself. According to 1 Timothy 1:15, God’s purpose for Jesus was to save sinners, “Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am […]

When I first set out on this venture of being a travel designer, I struggled with what to name my business. I wanted something catchy and unique that would capture the essence of my personality, fun, sophisticated, and down to earth, and what I wanted to provide my clients—an unforgettable vacation planning experience that ultimately […]

These days I am living my dream taking care of our twins, decorating & redecorating our country home, adventuring with my husband, and working to send clients on dream vacations as a travel designer. So, what exactly is a travel designer, and why do you need one? A travel designer, travel consultant or travel agent […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dana Lewis Graduates with In-demand Destination Wedding Certification As part of Destination Wedding University’s inaugural class, Dana Lewis now offers a new range of travel services, backed by an innovative new training course weddings currently account for 25% of all weddings annually. As a segment, it continues to grow each year across […]

A little over five years ago, I boarded my first ever flight to New York City with my mom.I had never flown. My mom had never flown. And I was terrified.But somehow, my globetrotting husband, put me at ease beforehand.As soon as I set foot in Manhattan my life changed forever.My life, my outlook on […]

Hey, hey! I’m Dana, and as an expert in destination weddings, last Fall, I had the pleasure of attending a destination wedding training with Sandals & Beaches Resorts at the beautiful Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort in Nassau, Bahamas. It was a great training chock full of all things Sandals Resorts Weddings. There are so many reasons […]

I’ve previously shared about working with a specialist to plan your destination wedding. I shared tid-bits on what I do, my devotion to my clients, and how I keep weddings organized. But you may be left wondering ​how the planning process actually works when working with Discovereighng with Dana Travel.  Because of our background, our approach […]

You’re dreaming of an elegant beach wedding—warm sand in your toes, breathtakingly Caribbean blue waters, a breeze gently whisking your hair across your shoulders—allfollowed by an incredible honeymoon that you’ll be talking about (and hopefully recreating) for many years to come. I also understand that you’re overwhelming & busy with work and life, and might not be […]

Travel insurance is such a vital piece of your vacation package. You protect your car, home, and self with insurance, so why wouldn’t you protect your vacation investment as well? There are so many reasons travel insurance is important, and I’m sharing another vital reason, if not the most important. If you’re someone who always […]