About Nancy Barkley

I founded Honeymoons and Get-A-Ways with a simple belief: the most memorable experiences are created when people feel connected—to each other, to a destination, and to the stories that make a place unique.

Over the past 25+ years, I have worked across the worlds of travel, hospitality, and destination events, helping clients discover meaningful places, creating unforgettable celebrations, and building relationships with professionals around the world.

My work has always been about more than logistics. It is about understanding the details that shape an experience—the character of a destination, the people behind it, and the moments that travelers remember long after they return home.

My experience spans destination weddings, international events, hospitality partnerships, travel writing, and speaking. Each area of my work offers a different perspective, but they all share the same foundation: curiosity, relationships, and a deep appreciation for the places and people that make travel meaningful.

Through consulting, partnerships, and destination research, I work with hospitality brands and travel partners to share insights, strengthen connections, and better understand today's traveler.

My firsthand experience planning events, exploring destinations, and following global travel trends allows me to bring a unique perspective to conversations around guest experience and destination storytelling.

Travel has always been one of my greatest teachers, and I enjoy sharing the lessons learned along the way.

Through speaking engagements, workshops, and industry conversations, I share insights on entrepreneurship, relationship-building, hospitality, and creating experiences that people remember.

I am the founder and editor of The Culture & Travel Report, where I explore destinations beyond the typical itinerary—sharing stories about culture, food, history, wellness, and the people who bring places to life.

Through storytelling, I hope to inspire travelers to look deeper, travel more intentionally, and connect with the world around them.

After more than two decades creating destination experiences, I understand what goes into bringing a celebration to life—from finding the right location and trusted partners to managing the details that allow hosts and guests to enjoy the moment.

I believe the best travel experiences are not always about seeing more, but about experiencing more. I create thoughtful travel recommendations centered around culture, connection, and the unique character of each destination.

With experience on both the traveler and event side of the industry, I offer insight into guest expectations, destination storytelling, and the details that create meaningful experiences.

Every destination has a story. Every celebration has a purpose. Every traveler has a reason for going.

My role is to help uncover what makes each experience special and bring together the right people, places, and details to make it happen.

Whether working with a hospitality partner, helping plan a destination celebration, or sharing the story behind a place, I bring the same approach: curiosity, connection, and a belief that the best experiences are the ones people remember.

Interested in collaborating on a hospitality project, destination celebration, travel story, or speaking opportunity?

I would love to start a conversation.