GREETINGS TO OUR AMAZING TRAVEL FRIENDS!

I returned this past week from a 2-week stay in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with the first half filled with business and concluding with a Mother’s Day Celebra-cation® with my family joining me.
With every wave, every experience a beautiful memory is curated.
During the vacation portion of the trip, we enjoyed the luxury of 2 different 5-star resorts, with opulent sailing and immersive culinary experiences.
During my 40+ years in the travel industry, I am admittedly a ‘travel/hotel’ snob!
I share this as a point of reference as to knowing the type of EXPERIENCE we all dream about.
At Travel Concepts we believe the most pleasurable travel experiences lie in beauty, intimacy, and signature details.  We provide personalized, highly anticipatory service ~ and I expect the same when I travel.

A fueled tourism renaissance during these past months has stirred travel back to life as pent-up demand to immerse in new cultures while experiencing once-in-a-lifetime Bucket List experiences.
As the travel industry bounces back, people are longing to embark on over-the-top luxury vacation experiences and plan dream trips with those closest to them. This elevation of unique experiences has resulted in an increase of travelers utilizing travel advisors and their concierge services to book their Celebra-cations® with focus on luxury accommodations and services for ultimate pampering.

Milestone Celebra-cations® often require strenuous planning. With the rise of travelers looking for elevated, unique experiences – from hiring a private chef to prepare incredible local cuisine in an intimate setting to chartering a boat with experienced fisherman for a deep-sea fishing escapade – utilizing travel advisors’ concierge planning services has become increasingly popular.

Post pandemic, travel advisors and concierge services work together to create niche experiences for guests, allowing them to relax and enjoy all aspects of their trip without the stress and time constraints of researching and booking.

Travel Concepts Rockstar Team Focuses on Creating Unforgettable Moments

Travelers are looking to make up for lost time by booking a plethora of activities that will create unforgettable moments. The inability to freely traverse the globe over the last two years has stimulated travelers’ appetites for bucket list trips and excursions. Additionally, the fluid movements of the COVID-19 pandemic have catalyzed an increased demand for Dream Celebra-cations® as travelers do not want to put off vacations and understand there is likely no better time than right now.
Travelers are looking for over-the-top experiences to catapult themselves back into these dream trips.

WHAT LUXURY EXPERIENCES INSPIRE YOU??

MALDIVES ~ CORAL ATOLL ~ INDIAN OCEAN ~ PARADISE ~ OVERWATER BUNGALOWS ~ ROMANCE

PRIVATE VILLAS ~ TUSCANY ~ GREECE ~ MEXICO ~ CARIBBEAN ~ IRRESISTABLE ~ SELF-INDULGENT ~ SUMPTUOUS ~ SEASIDE ~ CLIFFSIDE

YACHTING ~ LUXURY ~ ELEGANT ~ DECADENT ~ PRIVATE ~ OPULENT SERVICE

MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

TheWorld Travel & Tourism Councildescribes “mental health as “a state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.”
While MAY is the chosen month to focus on awareness, MENTAL HEALTH should be a daily focus, every single day of the year.  Now more than ever, we need to find ways to stay connected within our community.  No one should feel alone or without the information, support and help they need.

Break the stigma around seeking help. Bring the conversation out in the open.

Did you know 45% of people with addiction also struggle with their mental health? In fact, millions of people do, and only a fraction of them — about 9% — will ever receive effective treatment for both at the same time.

Stigma surrounding these diseases makes them very difficult to talk about. Unfortunately, this means many people don’t know the facts about mental health and addiction. When it comes to taking care of your own mental health and showing up for loved ones, knowledge is key.

DISCOVER YOUR STRENGTH
Discover sources of strength and stability that empower you to grow through life’s challenges. Expand your horizons with diverse activities and practices that allow you to discover what brings balance and purpose to your life.

Release ~ Relax ~ Reboot
There are times when a slower pace allows us to think, breathe and heal.
WELLNESS starts with you – giving yourself the permission to seek experiences on your terms – perhaps including wellness consults, restorative spa services, outdoor adventures, a spiritual look at your life, better nutrition & so much more.
YOU have the power to STOP/RELEASE, be mindful to RESTORE and focus to REBOOT & BEGIN anew!

Give Yourself The Permission
LIFE ~ WORK BALANCE

We Believe That Kindness & Caring are Contagious
With every season and for every reason, our hearts remain with those in UKRAINE who are experiencing unimaginable challenges.
We hope you have chosen a humanitarian resource to make a difference for those who are in need.
‘When we feel love and kindness toward others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it helps us also to develop inner happiness and peace.’
~ Dalai Lama

There are few greater luxuries in life than spending time with family, and nothing brings the family together quite like exploring a new destination together.
Travel provides so many opportunities for meaningful interactions and memory-making experiences.
Travel Bans have been lifted and modified – travel is happening!
We would love to share some of the destinations we believe best suit life’s treasured moments ~
Are you ready to be INSPIRED?

Remember, there is always something to celebrate ~ we remain grateful to
have served clients globally for over 26 years!

Wishing you peace, health, happiness & love ~
Denise, Ashley & Annika

As we prepare for the Memorial Day Holiday, here is a fun treat you can serve.

American Flag Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

Ingredients

4 paper straws, cut in half
2 oz white candy melts
8 pack rice krispie treats, unwrapped
5 oz red candy melts
5 oz blue candy melts
Red, white and blue sprinkles

Directions

• Melt the white candy melts in the microwave according to the package instructions.
• Dip each paper straw into the melted candy and then stick it into the smaller end of each rice krispie treat, on the side. Set the treats on parchment paper to dry. Set white candy aside.
• Melt the red candy melts in the microwave according to the package instructions.
• Holding onto the straw, dip each rice krispie treat into the melted candy, coating half of the treat with the red candy. Tap the straw on the side of the bowl containing the candy to remove the excess. Place the treats on parchment paper to dry.
• Melt the blue candy melts in the microwave according to the package instructions.
• Holding onto the straw, dip each rice krispie treat into the melted candy, coating half of the treat with the red candy. Tap the straw on the side of the bowl containing the candy to remove the excess. Immediately sprinkle red, white and blue sprinkles onto the candy, before it dries. Place the treats on parchment paper to dry.
• Re-warm the white candy melts in the microwave so they are melted again.
• Add the melted candy to a ziplock bag, trim off one corner and drizzle the melted white candy over the red candy-colored treats. Place the treats on parchment paper to dry.
• Store decorated treats in an air-tight container until ready to serve.