by McKenzie McCarty | Sep 5, 2026 | Luxury, Australia, New Zealand
One of the most common questions I hear when talking about travel to the South Pacific is some version of this: “If we’re already going all the way to Australia, shouldn’t we just add New Zealand?” I completely understand the logic. If you’re flying that far,...
by McKenzie McCarty | Aug 26, 2026 | Adventure, Luxury, Virtuoso
Every so often, the world gives us an excuse to travel. Sometimes it’s a milestone anniversary. Sometimes it’s a dream destination that’s been sitting on your bucket list for years. And sometimes, it’s a rare event that simply can’t be...
by McKenzie McCarty | Aug 25, 2026 | Luxury
Some of the most meaningful moments while traveling aren’t found on an itinerary. They’re the quiet mornings with a cup of coffee overlooking the ocean. The afternoon you spend wandering a village with no destination in mind. The extra hour at dinner...
by McKenzie McCarty | Aug 17, 2026 | Luxury Travel Advisor, Virtuoso
Last week, Susan and I packed our bags for Las Vegas for the most intense, exciting, exhausting, and inspiring event on our calendar every year: Virtuoso Travel Week. For months leading up to Travel Week, we prepare. We research companies, study destinations and...
by McKenzie McCarty | Jul 13, 2026 | Luxury
Luxury Is More Than Five-Star Hotels When people hear the words luxury travel, they often picture oceanfront suites, first-class flights, and five-star hotels. While those things certainly have their place, they’re only a small part of what luxury travel has...