Every December, the cycle repeats itself: a predictable flood of "Top 10" lists heralding the "must-visit" destinations for the new year. These curated lists, fueled by travel publications and large tour operators, often funnel an ever-increasing global populace toward the same finite number of locations. For the conscious traveler, this approach is deeply problematic. It’s disingenuous...

Planning a group trip is an exciting venture filled with the promise of many memorable moments. One of the most important recommendations I make to clients organizing group travel is this: elect a group leader.  Let's look at some of the responsibilities the group leader will have, along with the best practices for choosing the right person, and how they will work with your travel advisor.