The Destination Experts
John Werner, President and COO of MAST Travel Network sits down with MAST member and agency owner Patty DeRoo of Crystal Lake Travel, Crystal Lake, Illinois to discuss her experience traveling during COVID-19. Patty has been with Crystal Lake Travel since 2003 and in the industry since 1991. She specializes in Destination Weddings and Honeymoons. Patty traveled to Mexico twice over […]
MAST Travel Network President and COO John Werner along with Journeys Travel Inc. Agency Owner Jeni Chaffer take an in-depth look at the current state of travel, specifically in regard to destination wedding planning. Jeni has been in the travel industry since 2006, and specializes in destination weddings, romance and family travel. John and Jeni […]
Amidst the Covid 19 pandemic, the need to get out and get away has never been so urgent for our mental health. Short distance road trips are quite popular. If you live in the Midwest, love sipping wine, and enjoy lazy afternoons in picturesque settings, consider visiting a few midwest wine trails. Southern Illinois Wine […]
Now is a great time to start considering your winter travel options. Whether you are looking to warm up on a beach or hit the slopes here is our winter travel destinations list. From the islands to the mountains and everywhere in between, winter travel is a great way to spend the holidays. Best Winter […]
As you begin to plan for your cold-weather vacation what to pack for a ski trip should be first on your mind. When thinking about what to bring on a ski trip our list will provide some of the essentials. Whether you are off for a weekend ski trip or spending several weeks at the […]
With fall right around the corner, looking for fall travel locations is a must. Fall travel destinations in the USA are vast from warm weather options to the best fall foliage options. Check out our list below for the fall travel destinations we are loving! Don’t forget to scroll to the bottom to check out […]
One of your best friends is getting married (congrats!), and you are heading out for a guys weekend. Here is a handy guide on what to bring to a bachelor party. From comfort to entertainment these items will help you decide what to bring to a bachelor party weekend. Walking Shoes Whether you are taking […]
Whether you are heading out to a local spot or taking a beach trip we are providing you a list of what to pack for a beach trip. Below are the essentials for your warm-weather getaway that will help you for a day or what to pack for a weekend trip to the beach. From […]
Living in the Midwest gives us great access to a plethora of weekend travel locations. If you are in or near Chicago, like me, then you know you can be in about 6 different states in a matter of just a few hours. One such place is one of Western Michigan’s best-kept travel locations—Grand Rapids. […]