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Scenic Forest Path

unforgettable experiences,
designed for you

Where will your

Journey

take you?

Services

I will treat your trip as if it were my own, from itinerary development to booking, and providing ongoing support until you arrive home safely.

Traveling Abroad

Custom Itineraries

Italy? Portugal? France?  All three? We'll work together to make sure you see everything you want to at your own pace, in your own way.

Arctic Exploration Scene

Packaged Vacations

I will help you navigate through cruise and resort options as well as match you with a group tour if that's your vibe.

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Group Travel

Corporate incentives, social groups, and family gatherings - I have over a decade of experience managing group logistics to make it easy.

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Sustainable Travel

Traveling sustainably isn't about sacrificing luxury or comfort.  It's about making informed decisions that can have a great impact on the places and people we visit.  When planning your trip, I'll do the research to offer you eco-friendly options so your travel becomes meaningful for both you and the planet.

Examples of travel I've planned:
  • Couples trip to Japan to follow the cherry blossom bloom

  • Family of four to Rome, Florence, and Siena

  • Honeymoon in Hawaii

  • Road trip through Southern Colorado

  • Relaxing couples cruise on Royal Caribbean

  • Group of friends tour of Alaska, including cruise

  • Family cultural and wildlife tour of Peru

  • Large group trip to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

About your Travel Advisor

Carryn Kliesen-Whitehead

There's nothing I love more than watching someone's face light up as they discover something new.  While I love travel, I became an advisor because I truly enjoy logistics and providing excellent service.  My goal is to bring your trip to life so that you can embrace every moment of it.

 

Travel has always been a part of me. My parents met in the Peace Corps in West Africa and worked in international public health so I grew up hearing stories of far-off places.  I planned my first big trip, 3 weeks in Italy, for my family as a teenager and never really stopped planning! I became a Certified International Tour Director and led large group tours in Utah, Thailand, and Alaska.  I also manage a collection of large-group travel programs in the Southwestern US for an educational travel non-profit.

However you want to travel, you can count on my 10+ years of experience to ensure each element of your trip is arranged with care and accuracy.  You can also embark with peace of mind knowing that I am available throughout the duration of your trip if you have concerns.  All you have to do is travel!

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"The world is not in your books and maps.  It's out there."

- J.R.R. Tolkien

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