March 2022

3/26/2022

Greetings Friends,

Welcome to March! Finally, spring feels like it is getting closer.

February was an eventful month for us. We were able to spend more time outside, even though it was chilly. The kids were thrilled to have another "Football Night" while eating chips in front of the TV. And I got to see my first concert in over two years! Sandy's parents visited, and we got to get out for an afternoon around Madison.

The big news for us in February was that we spent a week in Naples, Florida visiting my parents, who have a timeshare down there in the winter. The trip was planned only a few weeks before we went. Everything worked out great. We had direct flights from Madison, and a week on the beach was exactly what we needed after a long and cold winter in Wisconsin!

Each day we were able to swim in the ocean (Sandy's and my favorite), the pool (Sarah's favorite), and the hot tub (Peter's favorite). Sandy and I were able to get away for a few meals and nice walks on the beach thanks to grandparents stepping in to help. We rented stand-up paddleboards one morning, and I fell twice. I don't think Sandy will ever let me live it down!

Two resorts I want to highlight this month are Secrets Vallarta Bay and Dreams Vallarta Bay in Puerto Vallarta. They are right next door to each other and sit on the same property. The Dreams is all-ages, and the Secrets is adults-only. When we were visiting last year, we stayed on the Secrets side but had the opportunity to tour both.

The resorts are located on beautiful grounds, only about 10 minutes from the airport. There was a large pool on each side with plenty of lounge chairs and umbrellas. There was also a nice beach to use.

Each resort felt big with lots to do, but still easy to navigate. It never took long to get where I wanted to go. The buildings are high, which allows for spectacular ocean views from the balconies of rooms. There are also swim-out rooms on the bottom floor.

The food was great, with lots of options for all tastes. They had my favorite breakfast: chilaquiles! I walked around my last night and saw a great band playing in one lobby, and karaoke in full swing in the other. I didn't sing - maybe next time!

And I know I've said this before, but it bears repeating - you can't beat the sunsets over the Pacific.

Looking ahead, the travel industry continues to open up. With that comes more sold-out flights, tours, and resorts. There's a lot of navigation involved and as always, I'm happy to help. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or thoughts on an upcoming vacation.

Have a great weekend,

Brian

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February 2022

3/26/2022

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Greetings Friends,

I hope you are doing well, and that the long days of winter are bearable this year.

January was a busy month for our family. We rented skates for our kids and got out on our pond that finally froze over. For Peter's first time on skates, he did a great job!

It was also our little man's third birthday! Where does the time go?! I feel like we were just bringing him home from the hospital. We had a great celebration for him that included his request: an M&M chocolate cake! I think his favorite present might be his new goggles.

We also had the opportunity to see two plays in January. The first play we saw was Aladdin at a local middle school. The kids loved seeing all the singing as well as their babysitter acting, and Sandy loved seeing her former students. I always considered Aladdin as one of my favorite Disney movies, and I enjoyed seeing it come to life.

Sarah and I saw the play, Stellaluna at the end of the month. It was a children's book that was turned into an amazing production that combined song, dance, and even sign language. We both had a great afternoon out.

For the resort of the month, I'm choosing one that made a big impression on me: El Dorado Royale. This adults-only property is located in the Riviera Maya. I visited back in September and immediately could see why so many of my clients love spending vacations there.

El Dorado Royale has an immersive vibe. It feels authentic and original. The views of the property are beautiful. Walking throughout the resort, it feels lush and tropical with vegetation.

There was a big pool with a nice swim-up bar and a great variety of dining options. We had lunch where both the service and food were top-notch. Lastly, El Dorado Royale is part of a bigger complex with two other resorts that I'll touch on in the future. But suffice to say, this property can easily win over even the biggest critics.

2022 has started with a bang - my January was packed trying to help many of you get away. Some of you are still looking to get away this winter. and I love being able to help! However, please know that many flights and resorts are selling out. The sooner you contact me, the better!

My travel plans for 2022 are still in flux. Hopefully, I'll start to plan some trips for myself soon. As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions at all.

Have a great weekend,

Brian

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