I've explored and enjoyed this naturally-beautiful destination more than 30 times during my career as a travel advisor, and as well, conducted site tours at many resorts throughout the island. Most of my time is spent updating my knowledge at Santo Domingo and Punta Cana, but I've also visited La Romana, Santiago, Juan Dolio, Cabarete, Las Terrenas, Puerto Plata and Samana, as well as other small towns throughout the country.

Hola! And welcome to the Dominican Republic. I look forward to sharing with you this Caribbean paradise known for its breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and warm, friendly hospitality. Having been in the travel industry for over 35 years, I have extensive experience leading group travel, curating destination weddings, helping plan and coordinate family-friendly adventures, and crafting tailor-made itineraries.

I am expert in two unique parts of the world, France & Dominican Republic.

France feels like home as I grew up in New Orleans. In the last few years, I have traveled north from Paris along the Seine to the beaches of Normandy, spent time in Bordeaux, and traveled through the quaint towns of Provence along the Rhône and the Saône Rivers. One of my favorite ways to visit France is on a river cruise, as it takes you away from the larger cities and sights and ensures that you become immersed in the romance and lifestyle of medieval times.

For the Dominican Republic, it's the warm and friendly locals who will keep enticing you back for return visits. Indeed, this prime Caribbean Island offers something for everyone.

For over 20 years, I've been passionate about travel and especially passionate about my favorite destination - the Dominican Republic. I've traveled to this intriguing destination many times, experienced numerous excursions and have stayed at many of the most popular and best resorts in both the Punta Cana and La Romana areas. In just the past year alone, I've crafted itineraries and helped make dreams come true for over 50 clients who vacationed in this region of the Caribbean.

Recognized as one of the most visited of the Caribbean islands, the Dominican Republic is popular for many good reasons: Diverse landscape, rich culture, exciting attractions, fun water sports, the opportunity to buy amber - the country's national gem; whale-watching, feeding the local monkeys, fun festivals, lively music, great food, the pleasure of getting to meet the warm and very friendly locals, and the opportunity to experience a true off-the-beaten-path sight: The 27 Waterfalls of Rio Damajagua located in the midst of sugarcane fields in the northern Corridor mountain range! Whether your vacation will be an active adventure or you're eager for some quality "down" time at a luxurious resort and lots of quiet time at the beach, I can make it happen.

I am a Destination Specialist for two incredible destinations: Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. First, Jamaica. I truly believe that Jamaica - whether you visit by boat or plane...this country is a "must-see" destination when considering the Caribbean. Personally, I've visited Jamaica over 200 times, toured and experienced all 14 parishes of this amazing Caribbean destination during my almost 30-year career as a travel advisor.