Luxury Family Travel Advisor | All-Inclusive Resorts & Custom Vacations
Family vacations shouldn't feel like work...that's my job! I'm Shannon, a luxury travel advisor specializing in all-inclusive resorts and custom family escapes to the Caribbean, Mexico, Turks & Caicos, Costa Rica, and Europe. Every detail handled. Every resort personally vetted. All you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Serving families across Upstate South Carolina, the Northeast, and beyond.
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Hi, I'm Shannon.
I'm a luxury family travel advisor based in Upstate South Carolina, and I built Heart Happy Escapes on the one simple belief, your vacation should feel effortless from the moment you start planning.
I personally vet every resort I recommend. I've traveled to Mexico, Jamaica, Europe, the Caribbean and beyond. Not just as a traveler, but as your advisor, so I know exactly what your family will experience before you every step off the plane.
My clients don't just get a booking. They get a protection system. Someone monitoring flights, managing details, and making sure everything flows perfectly so all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Ready to work together?
Your Next Destination Awaits
Every resort personally vetted. Every detail handled.
Not sure where to go? That's exactly what I'm here for.
Client Love
My husband and I have always dreamed of celebrating our 25-year wedding anniversary with a vow renewal ceremony in Jamaica. Shannon went above and beyond to provide us with multiple wedding packages at various resorts, ensuring we found the perfect fit for our special day. We selected the Iberostar Rose Hall Waves hotel in beautiful Montego Bay for our beach wedding. Shannon took care of every logistical detail, including booking multiple rooms and our all-inclusive travel package. When the airline changed our seats and charged extra, Shannon promptly resolved the issue and secured a refund. Throughout the process, Shannon remained attentive, keeping us informed of any changes and ensuring a stress-free experience. Her expertise and dedication make her an exceptional professional, and we highly recommend her services for all travel needs.
Had the BEST experience in Vegas! Our travel agent kept on top every step of the way and went out of her way so we were truly happy with everything! Her recommendations were spot on for our family! Will definitely be using Heart Happy Escapes services again!
Karen M.
Heart Happy Escapes…thank you, thank you, thank you! I knew when we used you, our trip was going to be amazing, but I had no idea I was going to feel like royalty. Our anniversary trip was beyond what we imagined and the resort was incredible! I won’t forget how you also had little tips for us so when we were at the airport, we were the only ones prepared while other people were scrambling to do online forms, you let us know when the cruise ship would be in so we stayed clear of that area, and all your other recommendations were the icing on the cake. Thank you so much for an amazing anniversary trip, we are still talking about it nonstop and I’m getting sad looking at my pictures because we need to go back asap! We would’ve never picked Curacao if it wasn’t for you! The scenery, the warmness of the people, the food, the snorkeling, oh my God, everything was amazing!
Kristy J.
If you’re looking for the best travel agent for Portugal or any vacation holiday, I highly recommend Shannon from Heart Happy Escapes. She planned my last-minute luxury trip from NYC to Portugal flawlessly — and I mean every detail was taken care of. After one or two conference calls and me telling Shannon what my ideal overseas vacation wanted to be, she booked my flights, arranged beautiful hotels in Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve, and coordinated seamless transportation between each city, including a rental car for scenic coastal drives. Shannon also secured hard-to-get reservations at Michelin-starred restaurants in Lisbon and Porto, planned a breathtaking Douro Valley wine tour with private vineyard visits, and organized immersive food and wine tours that gave me an authentic taste of Portuguese culture. From start to finish, everything was smooth, stress-free, and perfectly timed. The trip was a perfect mix of luxury travel, cultural experiences, and culinary highlights. Shannon’s deep knowledge of Portugal, her attention to detail, and her ability to deliver even under tight timelines made this one of the best vacations I’ve ever had. If you want a customized Portugal or any itinerary that covers everything from world-class dining to unforgettable tours, Shannon is the one to call. I’ll definitely be booking with her again for future adventures.
Shannon helped make my Costa Rica travel dreams come true. She not only planned the most amazing adventurous and relaxing get away but when changes needed to happen she answered our calls on the fly and helped assist from the states. 10/10 best trip and agent!
Alexis H.
Happy Heart Escapes helped me to book the first trip outside of the country for my family. I was very nervous about where to begin planning, and Shannon made it so easy! She took the time to talk with me and really help me figure out what my best options were. I couldn’t be happier with the way things turned out! Everything went so smoothly from start to finish. My family had the best time!! Thank you!!😊
Melissa A.
We are four friends who wanted to take a trip from the United States to Porto and Madeira, Portugal. We found it difficult to plan connections and flights so Shannon with Heart Happy Escapes planned the trip for us. We couldn’t have made a better decision! Our trip was flawless, and we had the time of our lives. One traveler commented: “I had high expectations, but this trip exceeded all of them!” Shannon was pleasant to work with and attended to all details and planning, before and throughout our trip. We couldn’t have asked for more!
Cathy K.
Huge shoutout to Shannon for planning our family’s trip for my brother’s 40th birthday! ❤️ Every single detail was taken care of, and everything went off without a hitch. From the accommodations to all the travel arrangements, it was obvious how much care and attention she put into making sure everything was perfect.
Because she handled all the planning, we were able to focus on what mattered most—making memories together. We had an absolutely amazing time, and I’m so grateful for everything she did to make this trip so special.
If you’re looking for someone to plan your next vacation, I can’t recommend her enough. She made the entire process easy and stress-free, and I wouldn’t hesitate to use her again. Thank you for helping make my brother’s 40th birthday trip one we’ll never forget! 🥂✈️🌴
Tiffany G.
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