Upcoming Explore Trips

Join me an a beautiful cruise through Bordeaux! Wine lovers or just about anyone that loves gorgeous places will love this trip!

Bordeaux is the capital of the splendid Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in southwestern France—famed for its legendary vineyards and wines!

BONUS! There is a 3 night extension to 2 cities: CARCASSONNE & BARCELONA....First the UNESCO World Heritage site of Carcassonne, AND BARCELONA for a taste of tapas and sightseeing--it's only a few hours away! 

Travel Dates: Oct. 11-23, 2026

WOW WOW WOW!!!! This WeGP exclusive gives you the ultimate opportunity to immerse yourself on the fabled Riviera coastline from Barcelona to Tuscany! Full days and blissful nights following the most famous coastline in Europe! Begin in Spain, and travel through France, Monaco, & Italy in your own private coach visiting one marvelous town after another. Many of these historic treasures have banned cruise ships making it a great way to spend time with the locals!

Travel Dates: Oct. 22 - Nov. 6, 2026

ITS BEEN 20 YEARS SINCE I STARTED THIS CLUB--SO THAT DESERVES A PARTY!!! We have literally watched the time FLY by!

This will be a 5 night trip to Riviera Maya or Cancun area. Details are a work in progress so stay tuned!

Travel Dates: December 2-7 or 

Travel Dates: December 2-9, 2026

This one is a doozie!!! SPAIN! AFRICA! ITALY! OH MY!

Join us on this Viking Ocean Cruise from Barcelona to Valencia to Sicily, TO Sardinia, Tunisia, Amalfi and Rome! The Mediterranean is a year-round destination, and off season means fewer crowds, cooler temps, and amazing savings!
The ships are beautiful, the excursions are included and I much prefer the mild Mediteranean to our Chicago's winters!

Travel Dates: Feb. 24-March 4, 2027

Our adventure begins in fascinating Siem Reap, Cambodia, where you’ll get up close to the phenomenal Temples of Angkor with an intricacy and architectural grandeur unmatched in the world. Visit famous Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and the splendid Bayon temple featuring some 200 mysterious faces carved in its many towers. Enjoy an inspiring Aspara dance performance and tour the other gems of the city before embarking on your 7-night river cruise with 2 nights in Ho Chi Minh City

Travel Dates: March 22-April 4, 2027

Discover one of Europe’s best-kept secrets on a journey through the Baltics & Poland! Wander storybook old towns, savor bold local flavors, and uncover centuries of history blended with youthful, creative energy in Kraków, Warsaw, Zakopane, Wroclaw, Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn--to name a few! Join Aynne on this beautiful trip!

Travel Dates: May 14-30, 2027

Experience the wild beauty and western spirit of the Canadian Rockies paired with the Calgary Stampede—a journey where jaw-dropping landscapes meet a legendary celebration. Travel from Vancouver through Whistler, Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper, surrounded by turquoise lakes, soaring peaks, and glacier-carved valleys, with plenty of time for scenic drives, wildlife spotting, and charming mountain towns. Then put on your cowboy hats and get ready for some FUN!!!  Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, complete with live music, food, rodeos, chuckwagon races, dancing, PowWow, and see firsthand authentic cowboy culture and more! — what a fabulous way to spend your summer vacation!

Travel Dates: June 28 - July 11, 2027

Discover a corner of Italy that feels both effortlessly glamorous and deeply timeless. Sardinia enchants with its crystal-clear turquoise waters, sculpted granite coastlines, and beaches that rival the Caribbean—yet remain unmistakably Mediterranean.
Spend your days sailing between hidden coves, sipping Vermentino at seaside cafés, and wandering ancient nuraghe ruins that whisper stories thousands of years old.
Northern Sardinia isn’t just a destination—it’s a feeling.

Travel Dates: Sept. 4-11, 2027

Let's go beyond the crowds on this one-week journey through the hidden gem of Albania!!! I'm excited to go now while it is still off the beaten path! We start in vibrant Tirana and then wander the UNESCO-listed streets of Berat and Gjirokastër, see ancient ruins, visit the Albanian riviera, and of course enjoy all the local food, WINE, and history as we go!

Travel Dates: Sept. 11-19, 2027

ALL ABOARD! Join Aynne on this "Historic Trains of the Old West with Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta" combines iconic steam train rides (like Durango & Silverton, Georgetown Loop, Royal Gorge) through the Rockies with the spectacular Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. This tour receives excellent reviews for its well-organized, immersive experience, knowledgeable guides, and memorable mix of Western history, stunning scenery, and the world's largest balloon event.

Travel Dates: Oct. 6-16, 2027

Step into a world of ancient wonders and timeless beauty on an unforgettable journey through Egypt & Jordan. Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, explore the legendary temples of Luxor and Karnak, and sail the Nile in elegant comfort, watching life unfold along the riverbanks as it has for millennia.

Continue the adventure in Jordan, where history and natural beauty collide—walk through the rose-red city of Petra, float effortlessly in the Dead Sea, and experience the magic of the desert landscapes. This perfectly paced tour blends iconic sights, rich culture, expert guides, and memorable experiences into one seamless adventure—an extraordinary journey through the heart of the ancient world.

Travel Dates: Nov. 4-18, 2027

Imagine a totally breathtaking tour of Iceland that includes active volcanoes, roaring waterfalls, jagged glaciers, floating icebergs, black-sand beaches, brilliant-blue geothermal springs, the UNESCO World Heritage Site Thingvellir National Park--AND the finale ends in the PATH OF TOTALITY OF THE TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE! OMG THIS IS A DOOZIE!!! 

Circumnavigate the entire island of “Land of Fire and Ice,” experiencing more of Iceland than most can only dream about! We will have our own private coach and guide throughout this amazing adventure!!! Join us!!!

Travel Dates: Aug. 4-13, 2026