Travel has always been less about the destination for me, and more about what happens when you get there. It’s waking up on a river cruise with a charming European village drifting by your window. It’s seeing your child’s face light up the first time they spot the Disney castle. It’s the unexpected detour that somehow becomes the highlight of the entire trip.
Because moments don’t collect themselves.
Welcome to your next adventure!
Hey There–I’m Ryen,
Montana native, mom of two, and someone who believes time is the most valuable thing we have to spend.
That belief is what brought me here. In 2019, I made it official and became a travel advisor, turning a lifelong love of planning into something I get to do every day. I build fully custom vacations for my clients — not templates, not one-size-fits-all packages — real trips designed around what matters to you.
My job is to take the stress off your plate so all you have to do is look forward to going. And because I work with top travel partners, my planning services are completely free to you.
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Castles, Mountains & History: A Day in Bavaria
When I first saw the famous Neuschwanstein Castle during Disney’s iconic Soarin’ attraction, it immediately earned a place on my travel wish list. Later, when I realized this fairytale castle was just a few hours from the airport I’d be departing from after my Danube River cruise with AmaWaterways, I knew I had to make…
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My Experience Hiking Gros Piton in Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia is famous for two stunning landmarks, the volcanic spires known as the Gros and Petit Pitons that soar straight up out of the Caribbean Sea. Their significance and universal value resulted in their inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2004. When I first saw a photo of these, they had a…
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River Cruising With AmaWaterways Onboard The AmaKristina, Colors of Provence
This spring, I had the pleasure of cruising with AmaWaterways on their inaugural cruise of 2024 on the Rhone River featuring the Colors of Provence itinerary. Experiencing a river cruise has been high on my wish list for years now and I can honestly say this journey exceeded my expectations and I am already planning…
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My Top 5 Bucket List Iceland Experiences
This past summer, our family of four had the most epic vacation to Iceland. We toured with Adventures by Disney and were completely immersed in this beautiful country for a week. We learned so much about the history and culture of Iceland and witnessed first hand a variety of elements that make this country so…
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Highlights from my Tulip Time River Cruise With AmaWaterways
Spring in the Netherlands and Belgium? With visions of vibrant blossom colors, canals with reflections of clear, blue skies and open air cafes, I hopped at the opportunity to sail on the inaugural sailing of 2025 with AmaWaterways on their Tulip Time itinerary. Featuring a round-trip sailing out of Amsterdam, I have always been intrigued…
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What to Pack On Your European River Cruise
If you are reading this, I’m guessing you are getting ready for a river cruise! How exciting! You’re about to experience the ultimate immersive vacation full of incredible excursions and top-notch service. Plus, speaking of packing, one of the best parts of a river cruise is you only have to unpack once! I’m sharing more…
