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Comprehensive travel design — helping you dream BIG!
Trade lunch at your desk—or in the car during the kids’ school pick up!—for rooftop cocktails in St. Lucia, a seaside seafood feast in Jamaica, or ceviche in The Bahamas. Whenever you want to go, I’ll design an inspired escape for you that comes together with total ease.
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Expert guidance - from a been-there-tried-that advisor
Your vacation is way more than a “vacation”—it’s an investment in treasured moments that matter, spent with loved ones. Moments too precious to try to DIY yourself. That’s why I rely on my extensive travel background to put my clients at ease, as I build custom itineraries just for them. After stepping foot in more than 20 countries across the globe—with a special focus on the sun-splashed regions of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean—I’m able to provide you with tested travel advice, wherever you yearn to discover.
From alieviating your safety concerns to helping you with what to pack, you get to tap into the kind of travel knowledge that comes from on-the-ground experience—and that leads to a joyful journey made with confidence.
Put "off the shelf" back on the shelf
Your idea of a good time on vacation might not match someone else’s—and that’s why I build your vacation around you. When you work with Polaris Point Travel, you’re not simply choosing from pre-set vacation packages; I tailor your escape by matching you to the destination, property, and pacing that fits your unique vacation vision.
Then, I provide destination recommendations and excursion ideas that allow you to immerse yourself more fully in the places you visit—recommendations you may not have thought of yourself! From ATV tours through the jungle to artisan market visits with local guides, I work with trusted travel partners in exotic destinations who I know will keep your safety paramount, provide welcome service with a smile, and are sure to fulfill your sense of wanderlust. Think of me as your travel “matchmaker” who works one-on-one with you to pair you up with the places and experiences that fit your style best. Let me point you to the custom options I know you’ll fall in love with!
Point-to-Point Vacation Design
My comprehensive planning approach gets you everything you need for a stress-free, joy-filled journey—including:
- A complimentary consultation call so I can get to know you and your style to tailor your trip
- A custom trip proposal with streamlined options to choose from
- Complete reservations and management of your major travel components, including your hotel/resorts, transfers, special tours and excursions, and more
- Personalized recommendations on what to see, do, and eat in your destination
- Special perks and upgrades, when available, through my travel partners
- Responsive support before and during your travels
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A Sustainable Focus
Don't just go - give back
Polaris Point Travel prioritizes sustainable travel options that allow you to explore the world responsibly while preserving our precious planet. That way, you create meaningful experiences that not only enrich your life but also strengthen the destinations and communities you love to visit.
I support my sustainability-minded clients by pairing them with travel brands and properties that align with their sustainable values, via championing eco-friendly practices, living wages for employees, and give-back programs that uplift the community. Whenever possible, I also pair you with tours and excursions managed by local small businesses, so your vacation dollars stay in the local economy.
My signature process:
01.
Ready
Let’s first connect on a complimentary consultation call—I’ll learn more about the vacation you’re after and your particular preferences, and you can get all your questions answered. I’ll also review the services I provide and guide you to style of planning support you need.
02.
Set
If we agree that we’re a good fit, I’ll share my Design Fee with you and then begin crafting your trip proposal. This may take 3-5 business days, or longer, depending on the complexity of your trip. we’ll schedule another call to review your proposal, collect your feedback, and tweak it until it sounds perfect to you!
03.
Go!
Now, you get to relax as I make all of the reservations for you. I’ll also ensure you feel fully prepared for your trip, answering any final questions you have. And if anything unexpected crops up during your travels, you have a pro back home (that’s me!) to help you.
Take the first step now - and get a big step closer to a stress-free, joy-filled escape!
"I have sincerely enjoyed working with Mary in planning our vacations. She is very attentive, listening closely to questions, and your input, customizing a package tailored exactly to what you want. She also does not hesitate to share ideas and suggestions from all of her years of experience to further enhance your travels. I recommend her highly and look forward to working with Mary again in the near future.
- Louise O.
"I recently had the pleasure of booking a trip through Polaris Point Travel, and their expertise and professionalism were exceptional! They arranged not only my flight and hotel but also secured tickets for various shows and activities, along with recommendations for dining. It was a seamless and stress-free way to plan my vacation. My advisor, Mary Gore, is a seasoned traveler, and her extensive knowledge and experience truly shine through! I highly recommend Polaris Point Travel and will definitely use them for my next travel adventure!"
- April K.
We are well traveled in the US …but still our passports are blank -We wanted an all inclusive Caribbean vacation to Jamaica
After our meeting with Mary …we are more excited than ever…no surprises, no anxiety …she made it fun and easy
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
- Mark H.
In case you may be wondering...
Why should I use a travel advisor?
Travel is a significant investment…in time and money! I provide a professional service to help make your travel experience as seamless and stress free as possible. With all the overwhelming choices, regulations, requirements, restrictions, rising prices, world events and weather – a travel advisor is your guide to navigating all the details to protect your investment. A good analogy is real estate – you CAN buy your house without the expertise of a real estate agent, but SHOULD you? Given the rising complexity in the travel industry please consider this – you can absolutely use a DIY approach to travel, but are you able to get the most value for your travel dollar alone?
FAQS
Why do you charge for your Travel Design Services?
I have a planning fee in place that covers my time deeply researching your customized options, building your itinerary, reserving your travel components, and providing support while you travel—as well as extending access to my exclusive travel partners.
This fee varies depending on the length and complexity of your trip; I’ll review the fee with you during your complimentary consultation call, before you decide to trust your trip to me!
What perks and upgrades can you get us?
I always design my clients’ trips with an eye toward maximizing the value of your vacation investment. Through my travel consortia, Travel Leaders Network, Polaris Point Travel is a member of luxury hotel and cruise programs that allow me to often pass along perks, such as: VIP amenities, a private cocktail reception on board your cruise, and/or an exclusive shore excursion, and more. Perks and upgrades are always subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed, but I always do my best to get you a VIP welcome!
where do you design trips to?
I specialize in travel experiences that take you to the sunny parts of the world: the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. I love these welcoming regions and have visited a vast number of resorts and properties throughout the destinations here - plus, I love building in immersive experiences like diving and snorkeling expeditions, catamaran cruises, jungle hikes, food tours, and more.
I also offer cruise vacation planning, expeditions and escorted tours around the globe—you can learn more about my specific travel specialties right here:
Let me Point the Way to your next effortless adventure
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