Erin and Darren Travels

11/26/2025

For this season, give the gift of travel!

Book your Viking Châteaux, Rivers & Wine cruise through us and we’ll gift you $125 onboard credit to make your Bordeaux experience even sweeter.
This exclusive perk is only available through Erin & Darren Travels. Join us on our hosted 2026 group trip.

Comment ‘WINE’ and I’ll send you the itinerary.

11/24/2025

Exciting news! Our amazing friends are heading to Budapest to begin their Danube Christmas Delights voyage with Viking River Cruises!

From mulled wine to riverside views wrapped in twinkling lights, this trip is the definition of Christmas magic.

We’re wishing them joy, adventure, and a heart-full of holiday memories as they experience the best of Europe this season.
Cheers to Christmas on the Danube!

11/03/2025

🌍 Why River Cruising Changes the Way You See Europe

When Erin and I decided to try a river cruise, the decision felt effortless. We set our sights on a magical holiday journey with Viking River Cruises, beginning in Budapest’s festive Christmas markets and winding our way up the majestic Danube to Nuremberg.

There’s a special kind of beauty in a river cruise, one where Europe unfolds at your pace. You’re not rushing from one city to the next; instead, you glide past castle-dotted hillsides, stroll through cobblestone streets of storybook villages, sip hot mulled wine beneath twinkling lights, and immerse yourself in the culture of each stop.

With Viking’s inclusive value, complimentary excursions, regional wines and beers with meals, Wi-Fi, and exceptional service, every detail is handled, leaving you free to simply enjoy the journey.

Whether it’s a festive Christmas Market voyage, a wine lover’s tour through Bordeaux, or the storybook towns along the Rhine, a river cruise invites you to explore Europe in comfort, style, and wonder.

✨ Ready to experience Europe the Viking way?
Send us a message or visit www.erinanddarrentravels.com
to start planning your dream river cruise today. We’ll help you find the perfect itinerary, and often, exclusive savings.

10/26/2025

✨ Love, Laughter & La Dolce Vita! ✨

We’re so excited for our wonderful clients, now friends, as they will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary (August 2026) on an unforgettable 12-day Collette tour through Italy!

From the serene Alpine Lakes region to the colorful cliffs of Cinque Terre, this journey is filled with breathtaking views, world-class cuisine, and timeless romance.

On this journey, they’ll:
🍝 Master Tuscan cooking at a family-owned villa
🍷 Sip their way through vineyards and olive groves
🪨 Visit the legendary marble quarries of Carrara (yes, Michelangelo’s marble!)
🏛 Explore Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance
🚤 And fall in love all over again in Venice, the city of bridges and canals

This is Italy at its most iconic - a blend of art, history, and heart. 💫

Cheers to 25 years of love and adventure! 🥂

Ready to write your own Italian love story?
Let’s plan your dream getaway today! Message us or visit www.erinanddarrentravels.com to start your journey!

10/23/2025

🌺 A Love Story Comes Full Circle 🌴

We just had the sweetest time helping a young couple book their dream honeymoon to Hawaii, staying at the breathtaking Ritz-Carlton in Turtle Bay on Oahu’s North Shore. 🌊

Helping them brought back so many memories of our own honeymoon on the island, watching the sunset from Waikiki Beach, hiking Diamond Head, wandering through the Dole Plantation, and chasing waves up the North Shore. 🏄‍♂️

It’s amazing how travel can bring back those beautiful moments and remind us how special this world (and love!) really is. 💕

We’re so honored to help this couple start their new chapter in paradise, and it’s a perfect reminder that Hawaii isn’t just for honeymoons… it’s also a magical way to celebrate any anniversary or milestone. 🌺

Thinking about your own paradise adventure?
📩 DM us — we’d love to help you make it happen!

— Erin & Darren
www.erinanddarrentravels.com

10/17/2025

Now is the time to start planning your summer vacation.
Plan early. Stress less. Travel better.
🌴 Expert help — no added cost to you.
🌞 Book your dream trip today!

10/16/2025

Believe it or not, now’s the best time to start planning Spring Break and your summer escape. 🌸✈️

Here's the deal;
When you book with us, you get insider tips, stress-free planning, and personalized recommendations, all at no cost to you. That’s right — we’re paid by our travel partners, so you get expert help without extra fees.

Let’s get your dream trip on the calendar!
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10/06/2025

🍂 Fall Break is officially underway here in East Tennessee!

Our friends have kicked things off in style, setting sail to the Bahamas aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas 🛳️ What an incredible way to spend their first-ever cruise! Congrats to the "M" family!

If you didn’t get a chance to book a Fall Break getaway this year, no worries. Now’s the perfect time to start planning Spring Break 2026.

We’re already helping families lock in unforgettable vacations to Jamaica, Cancun, and the Bahamas. Let us help you plan the perfect escape, too!

📩 Message us today to get started on your Spring Break adventure!

09/25/2025

🍂 Now that fall has arrived… are you already dreaming about where spring might take you?

Spring is one of the best times to travel, especially when it comes to seeing Holland’s tulips in full bloom. And here’s the little insider nudge: the best spring cruises are already starting to book up.

That’s why this new Viking River Cruise flash deal caught my attention, and I couldn’t wait to share it with you:

✨ Airfare from just $399 per person
✨ Beverage package included
✨ Gratuities covered
✨ Staterooms starting at $2,799 pp
✨ 10 Days | Tulips & Windmills | Select March & April sailings

If a spring getaway filled with windmills, canals, and fields of tulips has been on your mind, now’s the perfect time to secure your spot.

I’d love to help you get in on this before the cabins (and deals) are gone. You have until Sunday!

👉 Message me and let’s start planning your spring escape today.


Erin Jamieson Brood

09/24/2025

Still drinking box wine? Time to upgrade! Come cruise through Bordeaux like a pro! 🍇🚢
✨ Big news—our Knoxville group for Bordeaux just got even bigger! Two new cruisers have joined the adventure, and we couldn’t be more excited. Cabins are going fast, so if you’ve been thinking about joining us (or inviting friends and family), now is the time to act.

Get ready for an unforgettable journey! From October 11–18, 2026, we’re setting sail on a Viking River Cruise through the breathtaking Bordeaux region of France—and we’d love for you to come along. 🍷🇫🇷

Together, we’ll wander through storybook châteaux, cruise along picturesque rivers, and indulge in world-class wines. It’s going to be an incredible trip filled with beauty, culture, and unforgettable moments. 🚢✨

Here’s the latest cabin availability (about 33 remain):
• ~19 Standard Staterooms
• ~8 French Balcony Room
• ~6 Veranda Staterooms

And the best part? By joining our group, you’ll lock in the same great pricing we secured back in February—including the $125 per person group discount! 🎉 Even if you book now, you’ll still enjoy those savings. Viking will simply apply the promo that’s current at the time of booking.

👉 If you’ve been on the fence—or know someone who loves a great travel deal—this is the moment to reach out. We’d love to see more friends join us on this incredible adventure. Let’s make memories together in Bordeaux! 🍇✈️

09/22/2025

We’re so excited for our clients who just booked their 10-Night Premium Talkeetna Treasures Cruise Tour with Celebrity Cruises on the beautiful Celebrity Summit 🚢.

This incredible journey combines the best of both worlds:
✅ Luxury cruising through Alaska’s breathtaking coastline
✅ Guided land tour to explore Talkeetna, Denali, and beyond
✅ Wildlife encounters – whales, eagles, bears, and more
✅ Scenic wonders like glaciers, mountains, and untamed wilderness

If you’ve been dreaming of Alaska, there’s truly no better way to experience it than with Celebrity’s award-winning service, gourmet dining, and immersive land + sea adventures.

📅 Our clients sail in July 2026—prime time for Alaska’s beauty. Imagine yourself there too!

✨ Ready to start planning your own Alaska journey? We’d love to help craft the adventure of a lifetime.

📲 Message us today to learn more about Celebrity’s Alaska cruise tours.

Curious about the ship? Check out the link for a ship tour.

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