Twenty years. Over a thousand trips a year. Seven continents. And today, the tenth anniversary of HC Travel Firm. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s actually like to be a luxury travel advisor, or if you’ve worked with one and wanted a peek behind the curtain, this one’s for you. Here are 20 honest, hard-earned […]

You’ve probably typed a travel question into an AI tool or spent hours scrolling through search results, trying to piece together the perfect trip. And honestly? You can find a lot that way. Flights, hotel star ratings, top-ten lists, restaurant reviews. The internet is full of it. But after more than two decades of planning […]

October is one of the most underrated months to travel. Most kids are in school so the crowds thin out and the weather is typically ideal. After 20 years and over 1,000 trips per year, our team at HC Travel Firm knows exactly where to send you this October. Here are our top picks. Photo […]

Let’s be honest… buying flights can feel like a game you didn’t agree to play. Prices change constantly, “deals” disappear in minutes, and somehow the exact seat you wanted is suddenly $200 more. Here’s the good news: it’s not random, and it’s definitely not impossible. You just need to understand how the system works, and […]

Japan family travel has a reputation for being surprisingly good — and for families who’ve done it well, that reputation is fully earned. This isn’t a destination that relies on gimmicks to entertain kids. Japan invites children into the experience. History becomes hands-on. Transportation becomes part of the adventure. And parents get something they rarely […]

Napa Valley has always been a crowd favorite—but after our trip in December, it officially earned a top spot on our own HC Travel Firm favorites list. While many of our advisors had visited before (and we plan Napa Valley trips for clients all the time), this trip gave us a whole new appreciation for […]