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About Me

Michigan Travel Advisor | The Curated Travel Collection

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Hi, I'm Rachel. I plan vacations so you don't have to.

I became a travel advisor because I lived the problem firsthand.


As a mom of two sets of twins, I know exactly what it feels like to sit down at the end of
a long day, open seventeen browser tabs, and try to figure out which Disney resort is
actually worth the money, whether Genie+ is necessary, how to get a dining reservation
at a restaurant that books up 60 days in advance, and whether you are getting a good
deal or leaving money on the table.


It is exhausting. And it takes all the joy out of what is supposed to be one of the most
exciting things you do all year.


That is exactly why I started planning vacations professionally. Because families and
couples deserve to feel excited about their trips, not buried in research and second-
guessing every decision.


Today I work with families, couples, and groups across mid-Michigan and nationwide,
helping them plan Disney vacations, cruises, all-inclusive resort trips, and so much
more. Every vacation I plan is tailored specifically to the people going on it, because a
great trip is not just about the destination. It is about the right destination for you.

What Makes Working With Me Different

I am not a booking engine. I am not a search algorithm. I am a real person who genuinely loves travel and genuinely loves helping people experience it. I also walk the walk. I travel constantly, and I experience destinations the same way my clients do. Sometimes I travel solo, carving out time to explore somewhere new on my own terms. Sometimes I travel with my husband, which gives me a real perspective on what makes a great couples trip or romantic getaway. And multiple times a year I pack up all four kids and experience destinations as a full family, which means I know firsthand what works, what does not, and what is actually worth the money when you are traveling with children. When I recommend a resort, a cruise line, or a Disney strategy, it comes from real experience, not just a brochure. That is the difference between an advisor who knows travel and one who simply books it. Here is what that looks like in practice: I know the products I recommend. I attend supplier trainings, participate in industry events, and stay constantly up to date on the resorts, cruise lines, and destinations I send my clients to. When I tell you a resort is worth it, it is because I have done the research, not just because it came up first in a search. I watch your booking after you book. Prices change. Promotions get released. My job does not end when you confirm your reservation. I monitor every booking I make and apply new promotions if they qualify, which means my clients often save money even after they have already booked. I have access to deals you cannot find on your own. I have access to exclusive promotions and perks that are simply not available when booking directly, including onboard credits, free room upgrades, resort credit, daily breakfast inclusions, and more. I handle the details you do not want to think about. Dining reservations, travel insurance, payment deadlines, document reminders, pre-trip tips, and everything in between. My clients show up to their vacation prepared and excited, not scrambling at the last minute. My services are completely free to you. I am paid by the travel suppliers, not by you. You pay the same price or less, and you get all of the above.

Who I Love Working With

I work with all kinds of travelers, but a few groups make up the heart of my client base: Families planning their first Disney trip who want to do it right without spending months figuring it out on their own. Families and couples who want a cruise vacation but have no idea where to start with all the options available. Couples and friend groups looking for the perfect all-inclusive resort where they can truly unplug and relax. People who have tried to plan a big trip on their own before and ended up overwhelmed, and are ready to hand it off to someone who does this every day. If that sounds like you, I would love to help.

Based in Michigan, Helping Travelers Everywhere

I am based in the Lansing, Michigan area and offer free in-person consultations for clients in Mason, Lansing, East Lansing, Grand Ledge, Charlotte, and the surrounding mid-Michigan communities. I also work with clients across the country via phone, Zoom, video call, and email. No matter where you are, getting started is as easy as filling out a short form and waiting to hear from me.

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Ready to Start Planning?

Your next favorite memory is waiting. Let's figure out where it happens.​

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