Carolyn looking out onto an overlook on Big Island, Hawaii

Carolyn’s Travel Journal

Destination guides, trip inspiration, and the kind of insider knowledge that only comes from actually being there.

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Carolyn Woodyatt Carolyn Woodyatt

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Four Seasons Maui at Wailea is the resort I recommend more than any other in Hawai'i. Here is everything you need to know before you go, including current offers available exclusively through a Preferred Partner travel advisor.

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Why Four Seasons Does Hawaii Best
Carolyn Woodyatt Carolyn Woodyatt

Why Four Seasons Does Hawaii Best

From Maui to Lānaʻi, the Big Island to O'ahu, Four Seasons has built something special across the Hawaiian Islands. Here's why I recommend them to almost every client headed to Hawai'i, and what makes booking through a Preferred Partner advisor worth it.

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Where to Stay in Costa Rica
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Where to Stay in Costa Rica

Planning a trip to Costa Rica? Here’s exactly where to stay — from luxury jungle lodges in Arenal to the best beach resorts — plus how to structure the perfect jungle + beach itinerary.

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Living the Spirit of Aloha
Carolyn Woodyatt Carolyn Woodyatt

Living the Spirit of Aloha

Hawai‘i is more than a destination—it’s a feeling. After traveling through O‘ahu and the Island of Hawai‘i, I left with a completely different perspective on what thoughtful travel can look like.

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