Things that spark joy, laughter, and a little bit of fun:

♦ I was born and raised in Northern Utah, spent 16 years in Reno, NV, and moved back to Northern Utah in 2014 to be closer to family and friends. 

♦ My husband, Ty, and I have known each other since high school, which means we’ve shared enough history to fill a few seasons of a romantic comedy, minus the laugh track. Life threw in a few plot twists, but through every chapter, Ty has remained my steady constant. He keeps me grounded, makes me laugh when things get busy, and reminds me that the best partnerships work because both people show up and know when to laugh things off.

♦Our son, Austyn, now 20, decided to make an early entrance at just 28 weeks gestation and has been doing things his own way ever since. From day one, he’s brought humor, heart, and a lot of personality into our lives. Watching him grow has been a front-row seat to a journey filled with pride, laughter, and moments that remind us not to take life too seriously, even when it gets busy.

♦ We share our home, and most of our furniture with two cats: Maya, the mischievous, curious, and clever troublemaker; and Arya, the sweet, clingy, adorable, clueless lovebug.

♦ My best friends? Absolute legends. They’re the kind who show up with snacks, a prank or two, a mysterious stash of quarters, because you never know when a card game might break out, and a talent for turning any average day into something unforgettable. What starts as a quick hangout somehow snowballs into spontaneous plans, questionable decisions, and the kind of laughs that leave your face sore and your brain asking, “How did we get here?” In the best way, of course.

♦ My favorite place to be is near water, whether I’m parked in a beach chair nursing an ice-cold drink or perfecting my “float like a jellyfish” skills on the way to a swim-up bar. Water is my happy place and unofficial soul therapist.

♦ I’m obsessed with travel, obviously! Throw some sunshine, ocean breezes, and the “no worries, just fun” vibe of an all-inclusive resort or cruise my way, and I’m in pure vacation mode.

♦ I thrive on community events, farmers markets, and yard sales, especially when I walk away with something I absolutely didn’t need, but couldn’t live without.

♦ I believe brunch is a love language. Also, I love eggs, a lot. My husband says I’ll put an egg on anything, and honestly, he’s not wrong.

♦Shopping counts as cardio, because lugging bags is a workout, right?

♦I’m all about watching movies, especially if there’s a love story, because honestly, I’m a hopeless romantic at heart. That’s exactly why I love planning Destination Weddings and Honeymoons, it’s all about celebrating love in the most meaningful way..

♦Comedy shows? I love them! My standard for comedy shows is simple. If I don’t snort-laugh at least once, it didn’t make the cut.

♦Spa days with hydrotherapy! Yes! Sign me up!

♦ I like to throw a epic themed party, think fun decorations, funky or fabulous themed clothes, music playlists, quirky games, and food that proves the party is about the experience, not the catering.

♦I want to like camping, I really do, but…..tent life and I are not on speaking terms. I’m currently manifesting the world’s cutest RV trailer, complete with a massive bathroom, so I can “camp” without having to crawl out of a sleeping bag at 3 a.m. just to go to the bathroom in the woods. There might be a bear out there. Um, no thank you!! My husband says I just want a $25,000 bathroom on wheels. And you know what? He’s absolutely right.

♦ I’ve recently become a football fan. My team is the Chiefs, especially because one of my dearest friends, who passed away a few years ago, was a die-hard fan. Watching them play now just feels right.

♦ I’m also a huge fan of demolition derbies and car races. There’s something thrilling about the roar of engines and a little controlled chaos.

♦ I love Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton and all women who sparkle with sass, smarts, and big dreams. I made it to Tennesse, a few years ago but somehow missed Dollywood, so it’s definitely on my bucket list. Like Dolly says, “Find out who you are and do it on purpose,” and I’m planning to do just that.  

That’s all about me, now I can’t wait to get to know you!

In 2018, I took my very first cruise, a 5-night sailing aboard the Carnival Triumph. I met up with a group of girlfriends from Reno, NV, and we set off from New Orleans, full of excitement and zero clue just how much this trip would change my life.

We cruised to Cozumel, then tendered to the stunning Isla de Pasión, a postcard-perfect private island with white sand, turquoise water, and that peaceful “island time” vibe you never want to leave. (Fun fact: the photo on my homepage was taken right there!) That trip was filled with sun, laughter, and so many firsts, but the biggest surprise came afterward.

When the cruise ended, my friends headed home, and my husband flew in to meet me in New Orleans. We spent the next few days exploring this vibrant, soulful city, eating beignets in the French Quarter, dancing to jazz music on street corners, and soaking in all the charm, color, and flavor the city has to offer.

It was during that trip that something clicked.

My friend booked the cruise through a travel agent, and from planning to sailing, the whole thing felt like a breeze, fun, effortless, and totally exciting. That little spark of “Hey, I could do this!” quickly turned into a full-blown passion… with a little nudge (and plenty of support) from the amazing travel agent who helped get me started. And just like that, my first cruise wasn’t just a vacation. It was the beginning of a brand-new adventure, one that led me straight to becoming a travel advisor.

In the fall of 2024, my husband and I gave our son, Austyn the ultimate graduation gift: a 28-day backpacking adventure through London, Scotland, and Ireland. Just the three of us, our backpacks, and a shared love of exploring the world together.

We kicked things off in London, weaving through the morning rush hour on the Underground, watching business people hustle while we soaked in every sight like wide-eyed tourists. From there, we journeyed north through Scotland, where we searched for Highland cows, wandered through misty castles, stood on the edge of Loch Ness, and watched my husband master left-side driving through the windy Scottish roads (not without a few gasps from the passenger seat!).

Then came Ireland, green, magical, and full of heart. We kissed the Blarney Stone, explored my husbands bucket list item: the dramatic cliffs of Moher, wandered the lively streets of Dublin, listened to live music in cozy pubs, visited the charming town of Doolin, and a ferry ride to the Aran Islands that brought us to a world of timeless beauty, cliffside forts, stone paths, and the quiet rhythm of island life.

One of my favorite moments from the trip? A peaceful sunset over the countryside, surrounded by family, with nothing but rolling hills and adorable sheep in the distance.

It wasn’t just a trip, it was a celebration of how far our son had come, and a reminder of how meaningful it is to share the world with the people you love most.