Trusted travel tools, thoughtful guidance, and Wander Approved recommendations to help you travel more confidently — whether you're planning on your own or deciding you'd rather have someone handle the details.
Travel advice is everywhere. The goal here isn't to give you more noise — it's to make useful information, trusted tools, and thoughtful recommendations easier to find, in one place, shaped by the way real trips actually come together.
These are the brands and services Erika turns to and recommends to clients — chosen for quality, reliability, and alignment with the way travel should feel: safe, intentional, and well considered. Not every product suits every traveler, so use these as a starting point and choose what fits your trip.
Some links in Wander Approved are affiliate links. If you make a purchase or booking through one of these links, Wander World Destinations may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Recommendations are selected because they are resources Erika believes can genuinely support travelers.
Luxury travel bags built for the woman who moves with intention
Tote & Carry designs premium travel bags that are as functional as they are beautiful. From carry-ons to weekenders to packing cubes, every piece is built to move with you — through airports, through adventures, through life. This is the kind of luggage that makes people stop you in the terminal and ask where you got it.
“The way you show up to the airport sets the tone for your entire trip. Tote & Carry makes sure you arrive looking as good as the destination you're headed to.”
Protection isn't optional when you travel the way we travel. These are two different kinds of resources — one is travel insurance, the other provides emergency evacuation and security services — and travelers often consider them for different reasons.
Travel insurance that goes the distance
Faye is modern travel insurance built for the way people actually travel today. Easy to purchase, simple to understand, and there when you need it — with real-time support via their app. Coverage options include trip cancellation, medical emergencies, delays, and more.
“I tell every client: do not book a trip without travel insurance. Faye makes it easy, affordable, and actually useful when things go sideways.”
Travel safety and security services
Global Rescue provides emergency evacuation, medical advisory, and security extraction services in destinations around the world. It's the resource travelers look to for serious situations — a medical crisis, a natural disaster, a security threat. This is the safety net behind the safety net.
“Global Rescue is what I recommend when clients ask me ‘but what if something really bad happens?’ It's the coverage that covers the coverage.”
Faye and Global Rescue are separate companies offering different types of products. Please review the actual policy documents, membership terms, exclusions, and eligibility requirements before purchasing to confirm what is and isn't covered for your trip.
The best travel memories aren't made in hotel rooms — they're made in the moments you said yes to something you couldn't have planned on your own. These are two platforms Erika recommends for finding those moments. Neither is owned or operated by Wander World Destinations.
Book tours, activities, and things to do worldwide
Project Expedition connects travelers with curated tours, day trips, and experiences in destinations around the world — whether that's a private cooking class in Italy, a snorkeling excursion in Bimini, or a cultural immersion experience in Morocco.
“The excursion makes the trip. Project Expedition makes it easy to find experiences that are actually worth your time and money.”
A wide selection of travel experiences
Viator offers experiences in destinations across the globe — from skip-the-line museum access to private yacht charters to guided food tours — with traveler reviews to help you compare options as you build out an itinerary.
“When clients want to add something special to their itinerary, Viator is almost always where we find it. The selection is unmatched.”
Wander World checklists, planning guides, and destination resources are being prepared and will live here as they're released. Until then, the fastest way to get guidance specific to your trip is to start a conversation.
Safety, accessibility, and inclusion aren't add-ons to a well-planned trip — they shape which destinations, accommodations, and experiences actually work for you and the people traveling with you. These pathways lead to how Wander World approaches both.
You Can Absolutely Plan It Yourself.
You Just Don't Have To.
These resources are here when you want to research, explore, and make informed choices. And when you'd rather hand the details to someone else, that's what Wander World is here for.
Let's wander. Wisely.