It's a sure sign that summer has arrived: Malay pizza oven is officially fired up! Come on over for a pie! (if sometimes oddly shaped...we're honing our craft)

Think you're too late in the game to plan a vacation in Europe this summer? No way! Not with the help of your trusty travel advisors at The Royal Journey Travel Group! And how about this for inspiration? We spent Spring Break in the breathtaking Algarve, the southern coast of Portugal, and LOVED it. And if we were absolutely enamored when the weather was less than balmy, imagine the time you could have in the glorious heat and long days of summer! The Algarve consistently ranks as some of the best beaches on Earth, and it's very easy to see why (I'll let the photos speak for themselves!) Best part? With nonstop flights from the US to Lisbon and Faro (the transportation hub of the Algarve), getting there is a breeze! Make your vacation FLAWLESS and EFFORTLESS with the ladies of The Royal Journey!

Where in the world are Royal Journey clients?? Spain, Portugal, and Morocco! Having just returned, this was their feedback: "Thanks so much for your advice and guidance.....you were right on target with everything we discussed, and your trip itinerary was spot on with what we saw and what we did. I don't know how you could have done a better job!" Sometimes clients tell me they're not "tour group people" (or, for that matter, they're not "cruise people"), to which I respond that you just haven't found the right tour! (or cruise!) One of the most valuable services a travel advisor provides is to LISTEN to your requests, ASSESS what kind of traveler you are, and CORRECTLY PAIR you with the company that best represents your travel style. Guided tours provide a fantastic value by maximizing your time in a destination for a fraction of the cost of traveling independently. Forget the outdated stereotypes of 20 years ago- group tours have evolved immeasurably and are ready to escort you all over the globe! As is our mantra: CARPE DIEM AND GO! #globusjourneys #chicagotraveladvisor #theroyaljourney

Need a quick packing reference for your summer travels to Europe? Check out my article for FASHION by HILLGROVE AVENUE which addresses all your Euro-Friendly packing needs, but of course, we're always happy to send you to ANY of the seven continents! CARPE DIEM AND GO! #theroyaljourney #chicagotraveladvisor

Need a quick packing reference for your summer travels to Europe? Check out my article for FASHION by HILLGROVE AVENUE which addresses all your Euro-Friendly packing needs, but of course, we're always happy to send you to ANY of the seven continents! CARPE DIEM AND GO! #theroyaljourney #hillgroveavenuefashion #chicagotraveladvisor #carpediemandgo

The Royal Journey is IN PRINT! Check out our article in FASHION by HILLGROVE AVENUE as your quick packing reference for summer travel in Europe. (But of course, we're happy to plan your trip to ANY of the seven continents!) CAPRE DIEM AND GO!

Did you think that The Royal Journey was just a one-woman show?? NO WAY! We are four experienced and enthusiastic luxury-focused travel advisors with a wealth of knowledge about your travel destinations! We CAN'T WAIT to send you all over the globe- carpe diem and GO!

You've heard me say it before: if you think you're not a cruise person, you just haven't found the right cruise! I just returned from a long weekend aboard the Celebrity Silhouette to celebrate my cousin's 50th birthday, and it truly had something for everyone! Fantastic food and drinks, top-notch live entertainment, fun in the sun, and exceptional service. And all-in, this adventure cost about the same (or less) as a Florida VRBO, so even your penny-pincher friends can't complain! The next time you are in the market for a girls getaway, look no further than the Celebrity 3-night cruise! #chicagotraveladvisor #theroyaljourney #celebritycruises #celebritysilhouette

High of 16 degrees in Chicago today (that's -9 for my European friends), but that didn't stop us from WALKING from the train to meet our hotelier partners with the MUSE COLLECTION- thank you to @muse___collection for a lovely event! #theroyaljourney #chicagotraveladvisor #chicagopolarvortex

We've had a great time celebrating the holidays with family, friends, our fellow travel advisors, and suppliers here in Chicago! We hope you've had a fabulous holiday season too! BUT... New year and new you!! What new travel adventures will you plan for yourself this year? Which do you love: mountains or beach, cities or countryside, culture and history or action and adventure....or all of the above? No matter what's on your bucket list, make sure The Royal Journey gets you there! CARPE DIEM AND GO!!! HAPPY 2025 FROM THE ENTIRE ROYAL JOURNEY TEAM! XXOO The Royal Journey Travel Group #theroyaljourney #chicagotraveladvisor #luxurytravelagency