Embark Travel Journal
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A BLOG BY EMBARK TRAVEL STORE
where adventure begins
Inspiring global experiences through travel products and gifts, travel resources and tips, featured tours and destinations, and first-class adventures
What Beach Bag Best Describes Your Beach Personality?
For those of you who like a little attitude to go with your style, we’ve selected a few fun bags that will make your beach bag stand out from the rest. Each one describes a certain flair and style that some will find more appealing than others. The choice is up to you—which one of these fun beach bags best describes you and your beach personality?
Tote, Crossbody, or Mini Backpack—Which Vera Bradley Travel Accessory Is Best for Your Summer Vacation?
As the summer travel season heats up, most women are shopping for a new handbag travel accessory to coordinate with their summer wardrobe. While there are certainly plenty of various fabrics, styles, prints, and designs on the market, it’s important to consider the function of the bag as much as its stylish appeal. Different bags serve different purposes, and as you travel, certain bags will work better in some situations than others.
Before selecting a new summer bag, take a look at your summer itinerary. What is it you are planning on doing this summer? Are you going to Europe and touring big cities? Will you be spending hours on the beach? What about visiting your local farmer’s market or hanging out at the cafes? Wherever your adventures take you, considering your activities and location is important in determining the right handbag accessory.
Thankfully, Vera Bradley is one brand that has mastered the art of designing beautiful prints and patterns and offering it across a wide range of body styles. When your heart falls in love with a particular Vera Bradley print, chances are you’ll also be able to find it available in a handbag accessory that’s suitable to your travel needs. With this designer brand, there’s no need to sacrifice beauty for functionality!
5 Tumi Luggage Pieces To Invest In For Your Summer Luxury Vacation
No matter where your travels may take you this summer, you’ll want to ensure quality luggage is on your pre-travel shopping list. While there are several high quality luggage brands in the market, there is none that quite compares to the Tumi brand. Crowned as the gold star of luxury luggage, Tumi meets all the demands travelers crave. Their pieces are highly functional, elegantly chic, and superiorly designed. Loved by customers and consistently five-star rated, Tumi luggage rarely disappoints the discerning traveler.
As summer travels begin to peak over the next few months, Tumi luggage will undoubtedly be on the luxury traveler’s shopping list and spotted at high end luxury resorts. While there are several pieces currently on the market, our Embark Travel Store team narrowed down our favorites to five key pieces. Read more to learn about our summer 2025 picks for Tumi luxury luggage.
How to Experience Adventure in Florida on Your Summer Beach Vacation
What destination could be more appealing for inaugurating the summer vibes than the warm coastal state of Florida? With its inviting beaches, clear blue waters, amusement parks, and adventure tours, Florida continues to rank the charts as America’s trending destination.
If you’re planning on traveling to Florida to enjoy an array of water activities, we have a few adventurous travel excursions for your family to enjoy this summer. From swimming with dolphins to boarding a pirate ship, these water adventures are sure to bring an unexpected sizzle to your Florida family vacation.
What to Do on a Dreamy Beach Trip for Two in Punta Cana
Recently, our Embark Team set sail on a dreamy beach vacation meant just for two in Punta Cana. A popular beach destination for American tourists in the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana ranks as one of the most affordable islands in the Caribbean. The DR offers plenty of beautiful beaches, all-inclusive family resorts, and water sport activities. Because of its affordability and access to Americans in particular, Punta Cana is an ideal vacation spot for destination weddings, honeymooners, vowel renewal ceremonies, and any other romantic weekend getaway. (Of course, there are plenty of kid-friendly activities for family vacations as well!)
If you’re planning a dreamy beach vacation for the summer—or anytime of the year, for that matter—we’ve compiled a list of top things to do in Punta Cana. Whether you’re heading to the DR for a destination wedding, a romantic getaway with your spouse, or a family vacation with the kids, you’ll want to add these activities to your itinerary!