About
If you answer “yes” to the following questions, Island Getaways may be the right company for you!
Do you have sense of adventure and curiosity? Are you a discriminating, sophisticated traveler? Do you seek unique travel experiences with expert advice & support?
DIY vs TLC
Spending hours researching travel options? Frustrated by the online information overload? Unsure about what you are really getting? Not a good or enjoyable use of your time?
High Touch
Rediscover the fine art of travel on our customized adventures, voyages & retreats featuring personalized recommendations, upscale travel products, streamlined arrangements & concierge-level service in dream destinations!
Island Girl
I am the Island Girl at the heart of Island Getaways. And I am an island girl in every sense of the word. I was born on a tropical island & I expect to end up on one. In the meantime, I have lived on, visited & explored islands all over the world – in the Pacific & Atlantic Oceans, the Caribbean, Mediterranean & South China Seas.
fresh coconut in Papeete, Tahiti
Far & Wide
In my lifetime, I have visited over 70 countries on every continent, except Antarctica – some of them several times! I have lived overseas for 10 years: in Europe (6 yrs), Asia (3 yrs) & Africa (1 yr) traveling in those regions as well.
on the island of Moorea, Tahiti
Breadth & Depth
Breadth alone does not make an expert. That requires a depth of experience acquired over time.
I traveled in Pacific-Asia many times in the last 25 years gaining expertise & connections.
I have sailed all over the world in the last 35+ years on cruises of all sizes & types.
on the Sydney Harbor Bridge, Australia
traveling by train through the Canadian Rockies
Island Getaways is an award-winning boutique travel company now based in Hawaii.
amazing over the water villas, Maldives Islands
I started the company in 1997 offering customized travel arrangements because one size does NOT fit all in travel! I believed there needed to be alternatives to generic, pre-packaged travel – the proverbial “whirlwind tour”. It now consists of three divisions that offer themed, special interest adventures, voyages and retreats for individuals & groups.
Areas of Expertise
Cruise Travel – Accredited (ACC) & Master Cruise Counsellor (MCC)
I have been sailing the seven seas with well over 35 years of personal worldwide cruise experience. More importantly, I have sent travelers all over the world on river, ocean & expedition cruises of all sizes & types.
sailing on a Hawaiian Islands Cruise
Have a Sense of Adventure? I certainly do. Ask me about the exciting world of small ship expedition cruising into remote areas of the corners.
exploring the Arctic on an expedition voyage
Pacific
Hawaii Akamai, Tahiti Tiare, Fiji Matai & Cook Islands Specialist;
on location with Fijian Warriors
New Zealand Gold Kiwi & Australia Aussie Specialist
at Hobbiton, North Island, New Zealand
Asia
Bali, Hong Kong, Macao, Singapore, Japan Specialist, Thailand Golden Agent
on the island of the Gods, Bali, Indonesia
Africa & Middle East
Egypt, Morocco, Qatar Specialist, Kenya Master KATS, Tanzania, South Africa Fundi Specialist
On Safari in Southern Africa
Amazing Hotels & Train Travel
I have a personal interest in heritage hotels worldwide & I know the best private island resorts in Tahiti, Fiji & the Maldives. One of my personal passions is famous international rail journeys such from the Rocky Mountaineer in Canada to Rovos Rail & the Blue Train in South Africa.
traveling by train through the Canadian Rockies
Family Travel
Disney Specialist, Graduate Specialist & Master Specialist.
I can incorporate the international parks into a custom itinerary.
Mickey & Me at the Graduation Ceremony
It’s a Process
FAQ: How do we work with you?
A: Your initial consultation is complimentary & involves an interview to determine your interests.
If Island Getaways seems to be a good fit for your needs, I will offer some initial recommendations.
Tailoring custom itineraries & providing price quotes requires time & expertise.
If you choose to proceed, there is a Plan To Go Deposit applied to your travels.
