Elizabeth Zakariaei

So many options, you could visit ten times and still leave with a list of places to visit next time. Italy is the rare destination that pairs countryside, city, and coastline so seamlessly it feels like three vacations in one. And then there’s the food: wine, cheese, pasta, bread, each region doing it differently, all of it unforgettable.

Portugal doesn’t get the recognition it deserves, and honestly, that’s part of what makes it so special right now. It’s sophisticated without being pretentious, beautiful without being overrun, and incredibly diverse for a country its size. I love planning Portugal trips because there’s a version of it for everyone: the culture lovers, the beach seekers, the wine obsessives, the slow travelers. I know the properties, the regions, and the experiences that make it amazing and I’m lucky enough to have one of my top local partners on the ground there who never misses a beat. When you have someone that good in your corner, the trip goes from great to extraordinary. Watching clients fall in love with Portugal the way I have never gets old.

The diversity alone is staggering, city lovers, beach seekers, foodies, history obsessives, wine enthusiasts, often all accomplished in the same trip. The food culture is unlike anywhere else in the world, the architecture is stunning, and the pace of life- long lunches, slow afternoons that prepare you for late dinners. I love planning Spain because there are so many ways to do it well.

There is nothing quite like a perfectly planned Disney trip. I love booking them because the payoff is so visible, kiddos (and adults) experiencing something genuinely magical, without the stress that comes from trying to figure it all out alone. Disney rewards the planners, and I happen to be one of them. Whether it’s the parks and hotels, a Disney Cruise, or Aulani in Hawaii, I know the details that make the difference, from resort room categories and park strategies to the onboard experiences and hidden gems most people don’t know to ask about. I live for the little extras that turn a good Disney trip into a great one, and watching a family walk away with memories they’ll talk about for years.