The moments that shape our lives deserve more than a generic vacation package.
Milestones by Travel with Makini is a travel planning service designed for travelers navigating life’s most meaningful transitions. Whether you’re finally planning that Alaska cruise, coordinating a multigenerational family trip, celebrating retirement, or exploring what comes next, you’ll have an experienced advisor helping you every step of the way.
There is a unique season between retirement and the time when health, caregiving responsibilities, or life circumstances may make travel more difficult.
I call it the Golden Gap Year.
It may last one year. It may last ten.
No one knows exactly how long that window will remain open, which is why so many of my clients choose to prioritize meaningful travel now rather than someday.
For some, that means a river cruise through Europe. For others, it’s finally taking the family reunion cruise they’ve discussed for years. For many, it’s simply making the decision that the trip is worth taking while the opportunity exists.
Read her curated FORA Journal Article:
A Guide to the Golden Gap Year
Ocean Cruises
Explore Alaska, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, Europe, and beyond while unpacking only once. Cruises remain one of the easiest and most accessible ways to see the world.
River Cruises
Sail through the heart of Europe, Egypt, Southeast Asia, and the United States with immersive cultural experiences, smaller ships, and thoughtfully paced itineraries.
Multigenerational Travel
From grandparents and grandchildren to family reunion groups of 10 to 100 travelers, we help create experiences everyone can enjoy.
Disney Vacations
Whether you’re bringing grandchildren for their first visit or planning a celebration for the entire family, Disney can be extraordinary when planned well.
Bucket-List Travel
Alaska. Antarctica. Galápagos. African safaris. Heritage journeys. Panama Canal. The Camino de Santiago. The destinations you’ve always imagined deserve a thoughtful plan.
Accessible Travel
Travel with confidence when navigating mobility limitations, wheelchairs, walkers, canes, hearing or vision changes, neurodivergence, sensory sensitivities, or recovery from surgery or illness.
I work with retirees, grandparents, families, and milestone travelers who want more than a booking engine. They want guidance, advocacy, and a trusted partner who understands that travel isn’t just about where you’re going. It’s about who you’re going with and why it matters.
Whether you’re coordinating a family reunion cruise, planning a retirement celebration, or wondering if a destination is still possible given changing circumstances, I’d love to help."
xo, Makini
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Know exactly where you want to go? That’s okay too.
Let’s figure it out together.
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