Wander With WHIT: Banff, Canada
While visiting Banff National Park is stunning every month of the year, it’s particularly dreamy in the winter. If you can handle the frigid temperatures, you’ll be rewarded with some of the most mesmerizing scenery and truly special activities unlike any other place in the world.
Wander With WHIT To: Hacienda AltaGracia in Costa Rica
The tiled roof casitas of Hacienda AltaGracia are sprinkled along a sprawling hillside, tucked away in the cloud-wrapped peaks of the Talamanca Mountains in Pérez Zeledón. It is an idyllic location for a complete wellness reset, or just a relaxing getaway. Here’s what our stay there was like.
Frequently Asked Questions About Working With a Travel Advisor
When we started our business we were often asked, what’s the point of using a travel agent? Can’t people book just online themselves? The short answer is yes, of course they can. The better question is, should they? The answer is often no, and here’s why.
Wander With WHIT To: Six Senses Douro Valley
Portugal is having a moment. And why wouldn’t it? Full of incredible food, warm locals, and some of the most diverse terrain around it has everything a dream trip should. Six Senses Douro Valley is nestled on a hillside, and while this 19th-century manor estate is seemingly tucked away in a private corner of the valley, it still feels at the center of it all.
5 Luxury Resorts For When You Want To Go Somewhere Chic
Sometimes, you just want to be somewhere beautiful. And while we’re not saying the living room in your home isn’t fabulous, something tells us if you’re reading a travel blog you'd appreciate a new view. And boy, do these resorts deliver on the good looks. Some of the highest rated in their destination’s class, they range from Saint Barths to the Maldives, and Santorini to Capri. The design, architecture, environment and setting at each property on our list is unmatched. But because we don’t play favorites, they’re listed in no particular order, but we’re sure one will speak to you.
Wander With WHIT To: Palmaïa The House of AïA in Playacar, Mexico
This secluded sanctuary is holistically wellness-focused, and is like no other all inclusive we’ve ever experienced. Featuring locally sourced primarily plant-based dining options, a private, powdery white sand beach, multiple infinity pools and jungle pathways connecting guests around the resort, Palmaïa is a truly special experience.
4 Pretty Pink Hotels To Inspire a Barbie-Themed Getaway
There’s just something about a hotel drenched in pink. While it’s been a few years since Millennial Pink made its debut, we’re still in love with the color. Both dreamy and playful, these rose-hued hotels are stunning, and we can’t seem to get enough.
Honeymoon Planning Checklist : How To Have An Amazing Trip
It’s engagement season! It’s one of our favorites of the year, and this one is coming in full force. If you’ve recently been engaged (first, congrats!) second, you may be a bit overwhelmed, and of course excited, with everything that goes into planning a wedding. Couples often have so many details to coordinate before the big day, from flowers to showers it can eat up your free time quick. Be sure you don’t put honeymoon planning on the back burner! What will hopefully be the most memorable trip you take after the most memorable day of your life, it deserves some care and attention during this time too.
Wander With WHIT To: Hotel Esencia in Tulum, Mexico
One of the Riviera Maya’s most exclusive private resorts, Hotel Esencia exceeds all expectations. Hidden away in the jungle of the Riviera Maya, that leads to a private, undeveloped beach, this boutique estate was once the private vacation home of an Italian duchess, and fit for royalty it is.
Beautifully Designed Wellness Retreats Across The Globe
It’s not exactly a secret, but we have a thing for beautifully designed hotels. Add in a thoughtfully curated wellness program and really good food and we’re sold. Maybe it’s on our mind considering we just finished binge watching Nine Perfect Strangers on Hulu, and if you’re anything like us you’ve been craving a picture-perfect wellness experience of your own (just maybe minus the scary tactics).
Gift Guide : 13 Luxury Items From Around The World
You can still get inspired by other places even if your travel plans are on hold, by bringing local items from around the globe into your own home. Here’s our holiday gift guide featuring some of our most coveted items from around the world that are the perfect gift for those who are still waiting to travel.
Wander With WHIT: Zion National Park
Arguably one of the most popular parks in Utah, Zion National Park is a wonder. With narrow slot canyons, towering red rock cliffs, 3,000 foot sandstone peaks and the tree-lined, meandering Virgin River, it is breathtaking. It’s an ideal spot for the frequently-bored adventurer, as Zion National Park offers so much variety. From trekking through rivers to canyoneering the striking Navajo sandstone, this national park is a must-see.
The Perfect Gift Guide For The World Traveler On Your List
It may have been a while since we’ve jetted-off somewhere fabulous, and our carryons are in need of a modern refresh. Whether you’re planning to gift travel essentials for your niece who is headed to study abroad, your jet-setting best friend, or just for yourself, beautiful products that make travel a bit easier are always a welcome gift.
Where To Travel in 2022 Based on Your Zodiac Sign
Traveling often reveals many intricate facets of a person’s personality. How and why we travel often vary by what we seek to gain. While we certainly do not claim to be astrologists, part of our job is to pair people and personalities with places. Here are some of our suggestions for where each astrological sign and traveling persona might enjoy their next great adventure.
Romantic Couple’s Resorts Here in the U.S.
We’re going to take a wild guess and assume you and your partner have spent quite a bit of time together at home this past year. When date night is great (but needs a refresh) there’s nothing like a vacation from the everyday that can bring a couple closer. After all, sharing new experiences and exploring new places is one of the greatest joys of being coupled up.
4 Charming New Boutique Hotels To Put On Your Radar
We have a special place in our hearts for boutique properties. While larger resorts definitely have their own upsides, there is just something about staying in a carefully curated, bespoke hotel where every detail has been placed with purpose. Often heavily design-forward, boutique hotels tend to shun away from cookie-cutter interiors, and the result is nothing short of stunning. Here are four new boutique hotels worth a visit.
Best Places To Travel In October
Arguably our favorite month of the year, October can be a perfect time to pack up your sweaters and get out of town. With crisp cool days, but frigid temps not quite yet in sight, it makes for a cozy vacation full of vibrant color and for competitive prices. Also October signals the start of harvest season for many parts of the world, meaning more festivals, foodie activities and street markets during your visit. Here are our favorite trips to take in the month of October.
Wander With WHIT: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe is one of those places once you visit, you can’t believe it took you so long to get there. Maybe it’s the laidback vibe that doesn’t scream “visit me”, but it doesn’t always come to everyone’s mind when they think of their next trip location. We’re here to tell you Santa Fe, is perfect for a long weekend, the air is crisp and clean, the culture is unmatched, and it feels just rugged enough to be different than your everyday getaway.
Stunning Places To Visit This Fall, Right Here in the U.S.
The crisp, cool weather, fewer crowds and vibrant colors sprinkled among the trees, there is just something wonderful about fall. It’s also an ideal time to travel. We’ve rounded up four of our favorite fall destinations, perfect for families, couples or anyone looking to get away, start the new season off right, and maybe even wander through nature. Here are our top fall destinations for the U.S.
Best Places To Travel In September
The summer crowds have faded, and while the blistering heat is less intense the days are still long and warm. Wondering where to take your travels this September? The first month of fall is a wonderful “shoulder season” time to travel. Here are the best places to travel in September.