Travel Planning Advice & Destination Guides

I’m Jeanine Cioffi, founder of Lavishly Travel. Here I share firsthand travel experiences and practical advice to help you plan a trip that feels right for you, from Italy and Greece to honeymoons, anniversaries, retirement celebrations and journeys across Europe and beyond.

Explore the latest articles below, or start with my Italy guide, Greece guide, honeymoon and anniversary planning, and cruise planning.

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14 Nights in Maui and Kauai: A Hawaii Honeymoon with Time to Unwind

See how Jeanine planned a 14-night Maui and Kauai honeymoon with stays in Wailea and Ka’anapali, ocean views, meaningful outings, and time to unwind. Includes the reasoning behind each stay and the context for this past trip’s approximately $20,000 investment for two.

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Hawaii for Honeymoons: Choosing an Island and Resort Together

Plan a Hawaii honeymoon around both partners with Jeanine’s advice on island choice, resort style, seven-night pacing, room upgrades and meaningful downtime.