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Hi, I’m Wendy. I am the founder of Wild Wander Destinations. This blog is the place where all the fun…

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Think of this space as your travel-friendly group chat. Cocktails & Carry-Ons is where I share the fun side of what we do at Wild Wander Destinations. The good ideas, the real talk, the stories that happen in between the flights and the hotel check-ins. Grab your drink and stay awhile. The stories get good.

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If Valentine’s Day feels like pressure, this is yo If Valentine’s Day feels like pressure, this is your sign to stop guessing and plan the weekend instead. Think…Candlelight. No kids. Ocean air. Massages booked. No kids. Room service ordered. Grandparents got the kids for the weekend? Yes!!! Two or three nights somewhere good. Cozy, beachy, or a little bougie. Just the two of you. Close to home or somewhere warm. Doesn’t have to be extravagant… just memorable. A card will do, but a weekend away? That’s the move 💘 Need ideas and reservations? You know where to find us! #wildwanderdestinations #weekendvibes✌️ #valentinesday
🌊 It’s Wave Season, which is basically the cruise 🌊 It’s Wave Season, which is basically the cruise world’s best promo window of the year. Think great pricing, extra perks, and lots of sailings to choose from. This week we did a little field research 🚢👀 We toured Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas this week because we love taking opportunities like this to get eyes on ships in real life. It helps us recommend with more confidence, more detail, and fewer surprises. What stood out onboard: ✨ North Star for the crazy 360° views 🎡 SeaPlex (huge indoor activity space) 🌅 Two70 (270° glass + next level entertainment vibes) 🏄‍♀️ FlowRider because yes, you can surf at sea And the best part for SoCal? She’s sailing from Los Angeles with really fun, easy itineraries: • Ensenada + Catalina for that quick getaway • 7-night Cabo (overnight) + Ensenada when you want full vacay mode • And if you’re feeling iconic, a Transpacific LA → Brisbane with Hawaii + French Polynesia along the way 🌺🐚 Not a Mexico cruise person? We plan those too. Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska, and river cruises are always on the menu. 👇 Comment below with where you want to go and we’ll pull a few cruise options that match your vibe. #CruiseFromLA #WaveSeason #WildWanderDestinations
Window Seat Confession. Two people asleep beside m Window Seat Confession. Two people asleep beside me. I HAVE TO GO TO THE BATHROOM, LIKE NOW. The husband of the couple whispers, “Just climb over us.” Ummm ok. I did. Made it to the bathroom. Pride slightly dented. I am now an aisle girl if I fly alone! 😂😜 Welcome to Cocktails & Carry-ons, the fun blog from Wild Wander Destinations. This is the after- hours side of travel. Think real stories, hotel crushes, cocktail reports, slip-ups and fixes no one would ever put in writing. The first post is LIVE! It is about us how it started and why we are here. But stay tuned cuz the tea be spilling. Your turn now. Window or Aisle and why? Unless you like the middle then I got questions!!! #TravelConfessions #CocktailsAndCarryOns #WildWanderDestinations #LaidBackLuxury #CarryOnLife
Hot take: the best Black Friday “deal” isn’t a gad Hot take: the best Black Friday “deal” isn’t a gadget. It’s getting away together. 🌴✈️ This year, think beyond what fits in a gift bag and wrap up: ✨ A weekend getaway to Palm Springs, Santa Barbara, Napa or downtown after a show 🌊 Sun + sand in Cabo or Hawaii (tropical sunsets > another sweater, every time) 💆‍♀️ Spa days and hot springs for the mom who does everything 🏌🏻‍♂️ Big game trips or golf weekends for dad 🎓 One epic “we did it” grad trip before real life kicks in I’m watching Black Friday travel offers all week so you don’t have to. 👉 Tap the link in our bio to sign up and let’s turn those Black Friday deals into actual memories, not more clutter.
Last night’s vibe check: Santa Monica edition 🌴✨ H Last night’s vibe check: Santa Monica edition 🌴✨ Hung out at the Viceroy, met the whole Viceroy fam from Los Cabos to local gems. Wrapped it all up with some amazing connections and a whole lot of inspo for the next getaway. 🌟 #ViceroyVibes #travelagentlife
The cocktails, the pools, the views… yeah, unfortu The cocktails, the pools, the views… yeah, unfortunately we do love it all. 🌊🍸
Think Google has your back when you book a trip? N Think Google has your back when you book a trip? Nope. From long layovers and hidden fees to missing out on VIP hotel perks like daily breakfast, suite upgrades, and resort credits, you’re leaving major value on the table. A travel advisor does what Google can’t: rebook flights, unlock luxury perks, and keeps you sipping your favorite cocktail by the pool.
Spa day goals unlocked at. @chilenobayauberge. My Spa day goals unlocked at. @chilenobayauberge. My own photos don’t even do it justice… this place is pure magic. Best massage ever, period. Next time I’m not leaving! I’ll just move in for the day. Cabo, you spoil me. 🌴✨
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