Great question! Here's the honest answer: most of my income comes from commission paid directly by the resorts, cruise lines, and tour operators I book with, so a huge part of my expertise still costs you nothing extra. I do charge a one-time planning fee that reserves my time to research and custom-build your itinerary, and here's the best part: it's credited back toward the cost of your trip once you book. So for clients who move forward, which is nearly everyone, it rolls right into your vacation rather than adding to it. I'll always tell you your exact planning fee upfront before any work begins. No surprises, ever. (See the next question for the full breakdown.)

The planning fee reserves my time and expertise to research, design, and personally build your trip, the behind-the-scenes work that turns an idea into a seamless, stress-free getaway. Here's the breakdown:

• Individual & family trips (1 to 7 travelers): $350

• Group trips (8 to 24 travelers): $550

• Larger groups (25 or more travelers): $750

• Weddings & destination celebrations: $1,250

The best part: your planning fee is credited toward the final cost of your trip once you book, so for clients who move forward it's not an added expense. It simply reserves your spot on my calendar and rolls into your vacation. The fee is due when we begin planning and is non-refundable if you decide not to book, since it covers the dedicated time I set aside just for you. And if you ever need to cancel a trip after it's booked, a $50-per-person cancellation charge applies.

Yes! Most of our packages come with low deposits and flexible monthly payment schedules. We also offer installment loan options with no prepayment penalties, and you can travel before your trip is fully paid off. We'll match you with the option that fits your budget and timeline.

Absolutely, it's one of our favorite things to plan! From destination weddings and honeymoons to milestone birthdays, anniversaries, girls' trips, and family reunions, we handle all the logistics so you can focus on the moments that matter. (Group trips and weddings carry a planning fee. See Question 2 for the details.)

For the best pricing, resort availability, and room category selection, we recommend booking 6 to 12 months out, especially for peak seasons (winter holidays, spring break, and summer). This is even more important for high-demand brands like Sandals Resorts, which have a loyal repeat-client base that rebooks year after year. Sandals properties frequently sell out well in advance, and waiting too long can mean losing your dream resort, room category, or travel dates entirely. That said, we love a good last-minute deal too, so don't count yourself out if you're feeling spontaneous!