Floridians salt their margaritas instead of their driveways. If you can’t stand another minute of cold weather, check out these ideas for a winter thaw in the Sunshine State. A Romantic Escape: The Bungalows, Key Largo One of the few all-inclusive resorts in the United States, The Bungalows is an adults-only (21+) paradise that includes […]

Now that pandemic travel restrictions have eased, more and more people are planning long-delayed travel. As I mentioned in a previous blog, one sector of travel that has come back into play is study abroad travel. I have fond memories of my family’s visit to Italy in December 1989, when I was finishing up my semester of […]

Making and strengthening family bonds is especially important, and can be especially challenging, for grandparents and their grandchildren. This has become even more of a top-of-the-list priority since so many of us lost precious time with our loved ones over the past years of restricted travel. One way to bridge the distance, whether physical or […]

When your kids and grandkids start moving into the “grown and flown” stage, you can begin to travel in ways that are different from when they were younger – with and without them! Here are some of our favorite travel opportunities for empty-nester (or empty-nester adjacent) parents and grandparents: Study Abroad Travel I have fond memories of my family’s visit […]

15 Explorers, 4 Families, 3 Generations, 1 Priceless Adventure! Legacy Travel Designs’ hosted trip to Greece is in the books! We took a 2-week break from our e-newsletter and blog posts so that we could fully immerse ourselves in our travels, and now we’re excited to fill you in on the highlights and details of […]

Did you know that there are 125,000 often forgotten U.S. soldiers buried in hallowed ground overseas? Why not incorporate a visit to a cemetery, monument, military museum, or battle site into a family vacation abroad?  This is a great way to show gratitude to those who have protected our country and will teach kids and grandkids that the fight for freedom […]

When you travel, your overall experience can be greatly enhanced by where you stay. Your accommodations are more than just a place to rest your head at night. You want to feel welcomed, comfortable, and have a hassle-free stay. At Legacy Travel Designs, part of our “secret sauce” of travel planning is our status as […]

by Sandy Fisher Day 1: Rapid City, South Dakota-Mount Rushmore Experiences: Private Vehicle and Helicopter Tours: On this private tour you will visit Mount Rushmore, Iron Mountain Road, Sylvan Lake and The Needles Highway among others. Then take to the air and see Mount Rushmore from above. Accommodations: The Under Canvas safari-inspired tents include amenities such […]

There are so many ways that your family can explore the world together and build a legacy of shared memories and experiences. Beach vacations and all-inclusive resorts are typical for family gatherings, but think outside the box and you can have an unforgettable adventure with your crew. Below are just a few ideas for awesome […]

No country this small packs in as much history, culture, and geographic diversity as this one. It has a booming food and wine scene, vibrant nightlife. and incredible beaches. But the number one reason to visit is hard to put into words. It is a sacred place emanating a spiritual energy like no other. Once there, it is easy to understand why […]