The 2026 travel landscape is evolving, offering more intention, connection, and calm than ever before. At Cline Travel Co., we’re seeing a meaningful shift in how and why people are traveling. If your dream trip involves less stress and more soul, you’re in the right place. From legacy-rich family journeys to cinematic escapes, here are […]

Top Itineraries of 2025 When I look back at my itineraries of 2025, I don’t just see cities and flights, I see honeymoons that finally happened, multi-generational memories in motion, and couples reconnecting somewhere completely new. It was a year of trust, and I’m so proud of the stories I got to help write. So […]

When planning your Iceland adventure, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is where to stay. Iceland’s dramatic landscapes and raw beauty demand a retreat that’s just as memorable and after personally staying at both the Reykjavik EDITION and the Retreat at the Blue Lagoon, I can confidently say they’re two of the best […]

When you think of Italian hotels and luxury, you probably picture the Amalfi Coast — linen dresses, lemon trees, and packed piazzas. But head farther south, and you’ll find something better: quiet design, effortless style, and hotels that make you exhale the second you arrive. I spent ten days exploring Puglia and Sicily, visiting boutique […]

Mallory here! I just returned from Southern Italy, where I spent ten unforgettable days exploring Puglia and Sicily. It was a reminder of everything I love about Italy: the warmth, the food, and the people who make you feel instantly at home. These two regions don’t always get the spotlight, but they absolutely deserve it. […]

Italy has no shortage of iconic destinations — Amalfi, Tuscany, Lake Como. But ask those in the know where to go next, and they’ll tell you: Puglia. Set on the heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia has all the makings of an unforgettable luxury escape: olive groves that stretch for miles, whitewashed towns perched above the […]

Learn how FAM trips and hiring a travel advisor benefits you. When you hire me to design your vacation, you’re trusting me with something incredibly personal — your time, your memories, your investment. That’s why I never blindly recommend a hotel, experience, or destination. I go. I stay. I taste. I ask the questions you’d […]

When most people think “wine country,” they picture rolling Tuscan hills or the châteaux of Bordeaux. But here’s the secret: Croatian wine belongs in the same conversation. With more than 130 indigenous grape varieties, dramatic coastal vineyards, and boutique family estates, it’s one of Europe’s most exciting destinations for wine lovers. The difference? Croatia still […]

Most people think hiring a travel advisor means handing off the logistics—flights, hotels, transfers, done. But when you work with a well-connected travel advisor, you get something far more valuable: relationships. Not just mine with you, but mine with the chefs, concierges, hoteliers, and local hosts who help make your trip unforgettable. Next month, I’ll […]

You booked the flights. The hotel’s confirmed. Everything looks perfect—until the unexpected travel costs start creeping in. Most travelers have been there. That “great deal” turns into something far less sparkly once resort fees, tipping expectations, or international transaction charges surface. If you’ve ever arrived home from a trip feeling more financially frazzled than refreshed, […]