Meet Kareena
Luxury Travel Architect & Curator of Destination Celebrations


FOUNDER OF WANDERLUST ESCAPES


Curated destination weddings. Hosted group travel. Celebrations designed with heart and intention.


I’m Kareena - Certified Cruise Counselor and founder of Wanderlust Escapes, where I specialize in destination weddings, hosted group travel, and celebration-based journeys for clients who value ease, clarity, and thoughtful design.


I work with couples and travelers who want more than a beautiful destination - they want a seamless experience guided by expertise, grounded in trust, and handled with care from start to finish.


Every journey I design is approached with intention, ensuring the experience feels just as meaningful as the destination itself.


A Calling Rooted in Purpose


Wanderlust Escapes was born from a simple, heartfelt prayer:


“God, let my gift make room for me.”


That prayer became the foundation of a business built on faith, integrity, and service - one where each journey is approached with intention and gratitude.


What began as a passion for travel gradually revealed itself as something deeper: a calling to create experiences that bring people together around life’s most meaningful moments.


Today, that calling lives at the intersection of celebration and logistics - where thoughtful planning meets the milestones that matter most.


Destination Weddings & Celebration Travel


Destination weddings and milestone celebrations are some of the most meaningful journeys I help clients bring to life.


Through The Vow Collective by Wanderlust Escapes, I provide a thoughtfully structured approach to destination celebrations - one designed to simplify travel logistics while allowing couples and hosts to remain fully present in their most important moments.


I specialize in supporting:

  • Destination weddings and vow renewals
  • Elopements and intimate celebrations
  • Honeymoons and babymoons
  • Milestone and legacy trips


My role is to serve as your travel and guest coordination specialist, partnering closely with resort and cruise wedding teams to ensure your celebration unfolds smoothly, beautifully, and with intention.


From securing group accommodations to managing guest travel logistics, I handle the details so you and your guests can focus on what matters most: celebrating together.


Hosted Groups & Curated Journeys


In addition to destination weddings, I curate and host a limited number of group travel experiences each year - from milestone birthday celebrations to signature cruises and thoughtfully designed escapes that bring people together.


These journeys are intentionally limited in size and frequency, allowing me to remain deeply engaged in the experience while ensuring each gathering reflects the Wanderlust Escapes standard:


calm, connection, and elevated care.


Each hosted experience is designed not simply as a trip, but as a shared journey - one where travelers gather, connect, celebrate, and create memories that last long after the journey ends.


Why Clients Choose Wanderlust Escapes


Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by logistics, timelines, and competing opinions.


They stay because they experience:

  • Clear guidance and well-defined processes
  • Honest communication and thoughtful boundaries
  • A calm, organized approach to complex travel planning
  • A planner who understands both the emotional and logistical sides of celebration travel


To ensure every client receives the level of care, clarity, and attention their celebration deserves, I intentionally take on a limited number of destination weddings and hosted travel experiences each year. 


A Personal Note


Some of my most cherished travel memories include decades of mother-daughter trips with my daughter, deeply rooted friendships formed through shared adventures, and solo journeys that allow space for reflection and renewal.


These experiences shape the way I approach travel planning - with reverence for connection, legacy, and moments that last long after the journey ends.


Who I Work Best With


My clients are often navigating meaningful milestones - a wedding, a vow renewal, a milestone birthday, or a long-awaited journey shared with people they love.


They value thoughtful planning, trusted guidance, and the peace of mind that comes from having an experienced professional managing the details behind the scenes.


The clients who tend to feel most at home with Wanderlust Escapes are those who:

  • Value a seamless, well-organized experience
  • Appreciate clear communication and thoughtful processes
  • Prefer expert guidance over endless online searching
  • Want their celebration or journey to feel intentional and meaningful
  • Believe travel is about connection, not just the destination


If that sounds like you, you’re exactly the kind of traveler I love serving.


Every celebration begins with trust.
Every journey deserves intention.


Welcome to Wanderlust Escapes - where your love story, milestones, and meaningful journeys are honored with care, clarity, and heart.




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The Expertise Behind Your Escape


Elevated Travel. Executed with Intention.


I design refined, quietly luxurious journeys where every detail is strategic, every touchpoint is considered, and every experience feels effortless from the moment you depart.


My role is simple: you arrive and exhale. I handle the precision.


My Signature Standard


Strategy before selection. I listen first, assess fully, and curate with clarity and intention.


White-glove execution. Structured timelines, proactive communication, and decisive advocacy when it matters most.


Value through relationships. Thoughtful amenities, insider positioning, and partnerships that elevate your experience beyond what is publicly available.


Expertise & Professional Distinction


I hold the Certified Cruise Counselor (CCC) designation through CLIA, reflecting advanced expertise across ocean, river, luxury, and expedition cruising worldwide.


I am a Certified Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Specialist through Travel Leaders Network and a Certified Destination Wedding Ceremony Planner through DWHSA - credentials grounded in both travel logistics and the emotional architecture of celebration design.


As a proud member of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), I align my business with the highest standards of ethics, advocacy, and professional excellence in the travel industry. ASTA membership reflects my commitment to protecting client interests, maintaining transparency, and operating at a level consistent with national industry leadership.


Strategic Affiliations


I am an active member of Travel Leaders Network, ASTA, and the Association of Black Travel Professionals (ABTP), alongside specialized certifications with leading global brands and destinations. These relationships strengthen negotiation power, supplier advocacy, and the caliber of benefits extended to my clients.


Inclusive by Design


As a Certified Accessible Travel Advocate (Special Needs Group) and Certified Autism Travel Professional (IBCCES), I ensure travel planning is informed, inclusive, and thoughtfully supported - because luxury should feel accessible, empowering, and welcoming to all.


Protection, Clarity & Confidence

I offer flexible financing through partners such as FlexPay and prioritize traveler protection through Travel Insured. My clients receive transparent proposals, structured guidance, and itineraries safeguarded with care.


Every credential, partnership, and process exists for one reason: to deliver travel experiences defined by precision, discretion, and elevated execution.