Travel is such an important part of my life. One of my favorite quotes is this one by St. Augustine:

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page."

I couldn't agree more. Add chapters to your life by planning the trip and buying a ticket. Most of the people I know who do not travel fail to take that final step. They dream of "someday" doing this, "one day" going there. Listen, the tourism board is very unlikely to come knocking on your door and pack your bags for you. You must take it upon yourself to travel. It is your right as a free person and your duty as a citizen of the world to explore this lovely marble we all live upon.

But even seasoned travelers wrestle with where to go and what to do once they select a location. Enter my good friend Anne Lindell Herndon of Instant Native Travel. She's the maestro of the stress-free getaway. Whether your next trip is Mumbai or Manhattan, Anne has a magical way of taking all of the pressure off of you and handling the details herself. All you'll need to do is pack your bag and hop into the town car as you head to the airport. She'll handle airline arrangements, book your hotel and arrange the best itinerary for your mode of travel. I can't say enough good things about her personal service and her ability to understand the level of involvement you prefer.

Need to get away? Visit Anne's site to learn more about her personal concierge services. She says it best: "If you can dream it, I can plan it!" You know what? I believe her. her business is booming, and it is no doubt due to her expertise and consistent commitment to quality. I've never seen anyone delve so deeply into their area of expertise, and it clearly shows in her work.

And while I'll be delaying any far flung summer trips this year, I can assure you that the next vacation we take will be planned by the lovely travel concierge herself. And I have no doubt it will be fabulous. Keep up the great work, Anne!!!