<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Savannah Travel Designs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Savannah Travel Designs]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:49:15 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why a Luxury Safari Should Be on Every Traveler's Bucket List (And How to Do It Right)]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are trips that are beautiful. There are trips that are relaxing. And then there are trips that completely rewire how you see the world. A luxury safari is that trip. I have seen a lot of incredible destinations in my time as a travel advisor. Nothing quite prepares you for the moment you are sitting in complete silence watching a lion walk past your vehicle at sunrise with nothing between you and the African wilderness. It is one of those experiences that stays with you for the rest of...]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/why-a-luxury-safari-should-be-on-every-traveler-s-bucket-list-and-how-to-do-it-right</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffc406ecab9011375510c9</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 23:43:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/913cddcc588e4f569ff3a56378d1d235.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Shoulder Season Is the Smartest Way to Travel (And Where to Go Right Now)]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a secret that experienced travelers have known for years and most people never figure out until after their first peak season trip to Europe.   Shoulder season is better. Almost always.   WHAT IS SHOULDER SEASON   Shoulder season refers to the periods just before and after peak travel season at a destination. For most European destinations that means April, May, September, and October. For Caribbean destinations it typically means late spring and early fall.   It is not off season....]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/why-shoulder-season-is-the-smartest-way-to-travel-and-where-to-go-right-now</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffb9c5ecab90113754ff7f</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 23:23:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_326a0386da9a4c14a7acda09740516c3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Reasons Using a Travel Advisor in 2026 Is Smarter Than Booking Yourself]]></title><description><![CDATA[I get it. Booking a trip yourself feels empowering. You are in control, you can compare every option, and you can spend hours going down the rabbit hole of reviews and price trackers.   But here is what I have seen over and over again: the trips people book themselves are rarely as good as the ones they could have had.   Here is why working with a travel advisor in 2026 is genuinely smarter.   ONE — WE HAVE ACCESS TO THINGS YOU CANNOT GET ON YOUR OWN   When you book a hotel directly or...]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/5-reasons-using-a-travel-advisor-in-2026-is-smarter-than-booking-yourself</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffb8717e54dfff8b006c74</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:47:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/fd656e_89969cdaf972427e9e5d40954af46e4d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Hotel Hacks That Luxury Travelers Swear By]]></title><description><![CDATA[After years of booking hotels for myself and my clients, I have learned that there is almost always more available to you than what you booked. Here is how to access it and how to get the most out of your travel with these luxury hotel hacks.   ONE — BOOK DIRECTLY WITH THE HOTEL   Online travel agencies like Expedia and Booking.com are convenient but they almost always offer the worst rates for upgrades and perks. When you book directly with the hotel you are typically eligible for room...]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/7-hotel-hacks-that-luxury-travelers-swear-by</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffb69becab90113754f9e1</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:41:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/fd656e_eb68ce7c62b64f83badba66f9f2e27b0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_400,h_246,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Packing Hacks That Will Change the Way You Travel Forever]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have packed for more trips than I can count, and I have learned every lesson the hard way so you do not have to. Here are the packing hacks that have genuinely changed how I travel.   ONE — BUILD A CAPSULE WARDROBE, NOT AN OUTFIT LIST   The biggest packing mistake people make is planning outfits instead of building a capsule. When you plan outfits you end up bringing 14 pieces for 7 days. When you build a capsule around a neutral color palette where everything mixes and matches, you bring...]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/packing-hacks-that-will-change-the-way-you-travel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffb3d54f7ebdc9f6ae14bb</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:32:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_0c27c36ec672422c97998bbbf0c1947f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Flight Booking Hacks That Actually Work in 2026 (And the Ones That Don't)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every travel blog on the internet has a list of flight hacks. Most of them are recycled, outdated, or just flat out wrong. So let me give you the ones that actually work right now in 2026.   THE ONES THAT ACTUALLY WORK   FLY ON FRIDAYS (YES, REALLY) For the first time in over a decade, Friday has become the cheapest day of the week to both book and fly. Data from Expedia shows travelers who fly Friday instead of Sunday save up to 8% on average. If your schedule has any flexibility at all,...]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/the-flight-booking-hacks-that-actually-work-in-2026-and-the-ones-that-don-t</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffb1964f7ebdc9f6ae10a9</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:21:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_9ced8eab825b467b89c79fd868b982e7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Plan the Perfect Luxury Honeymoon (And Why You Should Not Do It Alone)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your honeymoon is not just another vacation. It is the first trip you take as a married couple, and it sets the tone for a lifetime of adventures together. Getting it right matters.   I have planned dozens of honeymoons and there are a few things I see again and again that make the difference between a good trip and an absolutely unforgettable one.   MISTAKE NUMBER ONE: WAITING TOO LONG TO BOOK   This is the most common honeymoon mistake I see. Couples get so focused on the wedding that the...]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/how-to-plan-the-perfect-luxury-honeymoon-and-why-you-should-not-do-it-alone</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffa6ce7e54dfff8b004b04</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:34:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/fd656e_76bbb6a9617f44fbb48ec4f0803e70f8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Private Villa Rentals Are the Ultimate Luxury Travel Experience in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a reason searches for "private villa" have surged to tens of thousands per month in 2026. Once you experience a luxury villa, it is nearly impossible to go back to a standard hotel room.   And I am not just saying that as a travel advisor. I am saying it as someone who has seen firsthand how a private villa completely transforms a trip.   WHAT MAKES A PRIVATE VILLA DIFFERENT   A hotel, no matter how luxurious, is still a shared experience. You share the pool, the lobby, the...]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/trending-search-private-villa-travel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ffa57c7e54dfff8b004891</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:26:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/fd656e_40536355aa7741efae3df014adf53e3c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Your Travel Advisor: How I Design Unforgettable Escapes]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you have ever dreamed of a vacation that felt completely effortless — where every detail was handled, every experience was elevated, and all you had to do was show up and enjoy, you are in the right place!   I am Savannah Gulian, independent travel advisor and founder of Savannah Travel Designs. I am based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and I specialize in designing luxury travel experiences for people who want more than a generic package deal.   WHAT I DO   I plan trips that feel personal....]]></description><link>https://www.savannahtraveldesigns.com/post/meet-your-travel-advisor-savannah-travel-designs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ff9f1a7e54dfff8b003c53</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:21:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/fd656e_549042497fae49da99260975e80bd328~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Savannah Gulian</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>