For me, the hummingbird cookies at Schmackary’s in New York City evoke the best feelings. So, I had to figure out a way to bake Schmackary’s inspired hummingbird cookies. Some foods have a magical quality – they’re not just a meal; they’re an experience. You know the ones – the street tacos from that tiny […]

Schmackary’s Inspired Hummingbird Cookies

Schmackary's Hummingbird Cookie Travel Inspired food

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Passport Stories

I’m excited to share another real wedding with you today! This one is very special and near and dear to my heart. I babysat her and her siblings as babies. Her getting married makes me feel so, so old! Time is a thief, but it is also so joyful to watch people grow. So, without […]

Annie & Rey | Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres Wedding

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Destination Weddings

I’m excited to share another real wedding with you today! Jenn & Dan came to me know exactly where they wanted to tie the knot! After having trouble with several other destination wedding travel planners listening to their wants, they found me through a mutual friend, and we immediately hit it off! We truly became […]

Jenn & Dan | Dreams Las Mareas Wedding

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Destination Weddings

I’m excited to share another real wedding with you today! Maria & Kyle came to me with no idea on where to start in navigating planning a destination wedding. We met, hit it off, and got right to work! Maria wanted to honor her heritage with a wedding in Mexico, eventually landing on the Cancun […]

Maria & Kyle | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding

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Destination Weddings

I had the privilege of working with Faith’s sweet momma in a past life. When she came to me wanting help to navigate the stressors of planning a wedding in another country, wrangling guests, and managing all of the travel, I knew I could and wanted to make a difference for them. It was sheer […]

Faith & Colton | Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres Wedding

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Destination Weddings

Today, we have the honor of sharing the beautiful destination wedding celebration of Cassie & Garrett. Cassie and I met in college many moons ago, and I was thrilled when she reached out for my help with not only her destination wedding, but her very first trip out of the country! Get ready to be […]

Cassie & Garrett | Dreams Tulum Wedding

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Destination Weddings

Laura & Andy came to me needing help with their intimate destination wedding, with their main interest being in Mexico due to the cost effectiveness. They had their young adult children so needed to keep price point in mind. Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres ticked all their boxes with price, amazing beach, and options for an […]

Laura & Andy | Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres Wedding

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Destination Weddings

Theresa & Rick came to me needing help with their intimate destination wedding, with a dream of tying the knot in Dominica Republic. Theresa has a young daughter from a previous relationship, and Rick has older children, so they needed a location that would appeal to all ages. Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana ticked all […]

Theresa & Rick | Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana Wedding

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Destination Weddings

Meet my latest initiative and learn about how it all got started. If you’re new to the DWD community or if you’ve been with me for a while, I’m sure you’ve come to learn how much I believe in the power of travel.  Not just in how it can open our minds and hearts, but in how […]

DWD Gives: How one trip changed everything for me

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Passport Stories

I wrote this Saturday on my way home from Puerto Vallarta. I hope you’ll oblige me in giving it a read. Good afternoon from somewhere over Mexico, I’ve started my journey home today from Puerto Vallarta a new person. This trip began as a means to see another destination and resorts to share with you, […]

Making a Difference with Travel

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