I recently had the privilege of staying at the W Costa Rica, Reserva Conchal. My experience there was top-notch, and I wanted to tell you about it so that you can consider this Marriott-owned resort for your Costa Rican vacation. I went to Costa Rica for a girls’ trip with my sister and my only-3-years-older-than-I-am […]

Happy September! Now that the weather is turning and everyone is “settling in” after the summer season, our thoughts also turn to late fall and winter travel. With a bit of flexibility, it’s not too late to plan a fabulous festive vacation for late 2025/early 2026. As your trusted travel advisors, Legacy Travel Designs is […]

When you board a cruise ship or arrive at an AI resort, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the plethora of dining and drinking options, activities, and excursions. How to make the most of your valuable time and resources? Just turn the work over to us. We’ll advise you about what hidden gems you can’t […]

If you’ve been watching the headlines and wondering how to keep exploring the world in style and comfort when news stories are filled with unrest and travel advisories, you’re not alone. For luxury travelers, who prize not only exquisite experiences but also seamless service and peace of mind, uncertain global conditions can create hesitation and […]

It’s hard to know where to start in describing our time at the 2024 Summer Olympics. It was an incredible experience! Our time in Paris at the 2024 Olympics was the last stop on our 10-night trip through France. Back in 2022, our son Jack floated the idea of traveling to Paris for the 2024 Summer […]

This blog post is currently “Under Construction.” Please check back over the next few days for additional information and pictures You can link back to the post through our website or from the button in your “Legacy Legend” email. Join me as I give a Legacy Travel Designs description of my recent travel to Portugal, […]

If you’re of a certain age, you may think that “dupe” has a negative connotation. Who wants to be duped, right? But actually, this is the newest trend in travel planning – finding hidden gems where you can duplicate the experience you would expect at some of the most expensive destinations around the world, often […]

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday may be over, but many of our favorite travel partners have extended booking deadlines for some pretty amazing offers. Here are some that we think you will find very tempting: Azamara Cruises Azamara is known for relaxed luxury on mid-sized ships that can access smaller ports and provide […]

by Tracy Husted, New Empty Nester My husband and I just dropped off our youngest child at college, and one of the things we’re looking forward to in this next chapter is the opportunity to continue exploring the world together. My client’s recent trip to Madeira, Portugal is a great example of grabbing empty nester and active […]

As our official transition into empty nester status draws near, my husband and I find our time with our kids ever more precious. The most special time is when all 5 of us can be together. This past week we were able to squeeze in a 9-day trip to the Pacific Northwest. This was no […]