During my last transpacific flight, I finally watched Where’d you go, Bernadette, a dramedy taking a West Coast family on one of the most sought-after trips: Antarctica. Although the movie takes some creative liberties that make a travel advisor cringe, it shows how inspiring and life-changing the polar regions are. Antarctica is still on my list, but last summer I was fortunate enough to travel to its northerly sibling: the Arctic Circle.

Together, Shawna, André, and Monique escorted a small-group wellness journey to Peru last Spring. Here are their insights.

If you are searching for a cost-effective spring break, there are two rules of thumb. Avoiding the hot spots like Miami, the Caribbean, and popular European cities is crucial, and going all in with all-inclusive packages, a travel holy grail for families in search of getaways that don’t break the bank.

Officially, France has only one national language.But considering how inextricably food and wine are tied to the country’s identity, gastronomy ranks a close second. While most cultures’ culinary heritage is integral to their characters, few have been as revered, both at home and abroad, as the amalgam of dishes and techniques that make up the French food vernacular.

I have visited Ireland twice in the past three years and still can’t wait to go back. I couldn’t name only one reason for you to go, so I settled on seven!

My wife and I visited Australia in late April (think our October), with iconic stops like Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Lizard Island (Great Barrier Reef), and Tasmania. The natural, unspoiled beauty of Tasmania is reminiscent of the South Island of New Zealand and so are the extremely friendly and unassuming locals. The wines here are some of the best in Australia, too.

From our outdoor soaking tub overlooking the dotted landscape of Laikipia, wine glasses in hand, we watched a parade of elephants slowly amble into the sunset. Karibu, or welcome to Kenya, where moments like these make you feel as if there’s no place more romantic or secluded in the world. This is the Africa with which I fell head-over-heels in love — and the setting for the first, wild adventure of my married life.

My kids love animals and active adventure, so I thought Alaska was a good choice for our summer vacation. I did not regret that decision; in fact, I may have been the one who loved it most.

In my last trip to Thailand, I had the joy of experiencing urban vibrancy, lush jungle, and island life.

No matter which part of the Cotswolds you visit, you’re in for a treat! The Cotswolds boast peaceful countryside landscapes and historic villages, each with its own charm and take on England.

We believe that a great way to raise our children to be global citizens is to travel together as a family and teach them about culture and wellness along the way.

There are few places on Earth as beautifully natural as the islands of French Polynesia. Despite being the most famous destination, Tahiti shouldn’t be your only Polynesian experience: there is much to be discovered on the more than 100 surrounding islands.

Multigenerational travel has been one of the top travel trends for the last few years, and according to a survey of more than 1,000 Virtuoso travel advisors, it is THE top trend for 2019.

A high-end vacation doesn’t have to mean spending big dollars. Here are 10 cities where you can have upscale experiences without paying premium prices.