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You Handle Life. We Handle Travel.

Let us design a stress-free Caribbean vacation tailored to your pace, style, and dreams.

Who We Are

Effortless Beach Escapes for Busy Professionals

Welcome to Traveling Makes Memories, where your dream vacation begins with ease, care, and a personalized touch. I specialize in planning unforgettable beach getaways to the Caribbean—crafted specifically for busy professionals like you who value quality time, luxury experiences, and stress-free travel.

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Whether you're dreaming of a romantic retreat, a relaxing escape, or a bit of adventure under the sun, I'm here to handle every detail so you can focus on what truly matters: making lifelong memories.

  • Tailored Caribbean Vacations

  • Stress-Free Travel Planning

  • Expert Guidance & Support

  • Romantic & Luxury Getaways

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Book your complimentary 20-minute Memories Building Session to get started.

Proudly Serving Busy Professionals Across the U.S.

From the Midwest to the South, we help clients in Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Georgia, Missouri, Kansas, and Texas plan unforgettable Caribbean getaways

How It Works

How I Create Your Stress-Free Journey

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Tell Me Your Ideas

Are you drawn to captivating destinations or feeling uninspired? Share your preferences, and I'll tailor accommodations perfectly suited to your likes and dislikes.

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Plan & Refine

​I'll meticulously research and craft your trip itinerary, refining it until it perfectly suits your preferences. We'll keep refining until you're entirely satisfied and prepared to make your bookings

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Help you prepare

​After your trip is booked, I'll compile an informative package to guide you through every step of the process. I'll also be available to assist you throughout your journey.

Kara Watson

How I Learned the Value of Planning — The Hard Way

Years ago, my husband and I took a spontaneous trip to Europe. It was supposed to be magical—but it was filled with miscommunication, language barriers, and accommodations that didn’t match the pictures.

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From lugging bags up five flights of stairs to sweating through Paris nights in a tiny Airbnb without A/C, I learned the importance of detailed travel planning firsthand. That chaotic experience sparked my mission to create smooth, seamless trips for others.

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Today, I apply my personal lessons to every vacation I design—so you can skip the stress and savor the memories.

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Traveling Makes Memories specializes in personalized Caribbean vacations for busy professionals.
We take the stress out of planning so you can focus on creating lasting memories.
From romantic getaways to all-inclusive escapes, every trip is tailored just for you.

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Contact Info

Phone: 573-578-4559
Email: Kara@TravelingMakesMemories.com
Location: Burlington, Iowa — Serving Clients Nationwide

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