Latest Trip to Italy

I had a very fulfilling career as a Speech Pathologist, but with time, I changed and health care changed and I found my job to be less fulfilling. In 2009, I contracted the flu, which led to pneumonia and a one week hospital stay in isolation. Funny thing about being in isolation … there's nothing to do but think. I wish I could say that I figured out ways to end hunger and ignite world peace but actually what I found myself thinking about, was a long needed vacation. And if not now, when? Staring out the hospital room window down into the parking lot to wave to my children, I had a new perspective - life is short, it's not always perfect but we should at least enjoy the ride!

The first thing I did when I felt better was plan an amazing family trip to St. Lucia. It was one of the best trips we've ever taken and it was then that I realized I wanted to help other people bring their dream vacations to life. It's not really all that different from being a therapist. The definition of rehabilitation is the act of restoring something to its original state. In my mind, that's exactly what a vacation is meant to do. Vacations recharge our energy, they give rest and relaxation - often when it is needed most, and best of all, vacations help us connect with the people we love.

Our family trip to St. Lucia wasn't about how great the destination was (although St. Lucia is awesome!) but rather about how it made us feel. We were able to spend time together and do things together without the stresses of everyday life getting in the way. We put aside the bills, the medical concerns, the homework and simply enjoyed each other's company while making amazing new memories.

Everyone deserves to leave the stress of life behind and take a vacation. And what could be a more fulfilling career than planning those trips and making peoples dreams come true!