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Cold Water Immersion Wellness travel experiences have become a priority for so many people now that the world is fully opening again.  Let’s jump in and begin a discussion about cold water immersion. What is cold water immersion? It can be an ice bath, a cold shower, cryotherapy, or plunges. Cold water therapy is on […]

Happy 2023! Let’s celebrate and relish in all our accomplishments, large and small, and congratulate ourselves in all that we are today. As a travel enthusiast, I find that traveling any time during the year gives us a similar opportunity to pause and “drink life in” as it happens. That is why this time of […]

Let’s talk about hotel perks! TravelDesignsByNicole is honored to be part of several exclusive “by-invitation-only” partnerships with top luxury hotel brands including Four Seasons, Marriott, Hyatt, Accor, Belmond, and Virtuoso (a portfolio of luxury travel experiences and accommodations).  What does this mean for you? It means extra perks and value!From bucket list destinations to a […]

Virtuoso. Who and what is Virtuoso? Below are some quick facts about  Virtuoso, TravelDesignsByNicole’s relationship with them, and how the benefits of my relationship with them can benefit you.  What is Virtuoso? Virtuoso is the leading global network of independent travel agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel. Virtuoso partners with over 2,200 of the […]

Why use a travel advisor? That is an excellent question. Full disclosure, I have never used one because I’ve never needed to use one. I had the time, energy and passion to spend endless hours a day researching destinations, hotels, excursions, and restaurants. After all, it’s all at your fingertips, you can do just about […]