Traveling Sidekick Is Now Part of Travel Leaders Network: What That Means for Your Vacations

Travel planning is personal. When you work with Traveling Sidekick (a part of the Cedar Travel Co agency), you’re not just getting someone to “book stuff online” for you—you’re getting a partner who understands your style, your family, and what makes a trip feel truly special.

That’s why this update is so exciting: Traveling Sidekick is now a member of Travel Leaders Network, one of the largest and most respected networks of travel agencies in North America.

You still work directly with me. I just have even more tools and connections behind the scenes to make your trips better.

What is Travel Leaders Network?

In simple terms, Travel Leaders Network is a community of trusted travel agencies that join together to gain stronger buying power, better relationships with travel brands, and access to special perks for their clients.

Think of it like a membership club for travel advisors: one small agency alone has one voice, but hundreds and thousands of agencies together have a much louder one. That louder voice turns into better deals, added amenities, and more support when it matters.

How This Benefits You as a Traveler

Here’s the part you really care about: how this helps your vacations.

1. Access to special perks and extras

Through Travel Leaders Network, many hotels, resorts, and cruise lines offer exclusive benefits for member agencies’ clients. Depending on the trip, this can sometimes include things like:

• Possible room upgrades (when available)

• Early check-in or late check-out at participating properties

• Welcome amenities or credits at certain hotels or cruises

• Added-value offers that aren’t always visible to the general public

These perks are never guaranteed, but being part of this network often gives us access to opportunities that wouldn’t exist otherwise.

2. Better overall value for your budget

Because Travel Leaders Network represents a large volume of business, member advisors sometimes get access to:

• Special offers and promotions

• Packages with extra inclusions

• Preferred rates with select partners

That doesn’t always mean “the cheapest price on the internet”—instead, it often means more value for what you spend: better inclusions, more flexible options, or better terms if plans need to change.

3. Stronger relationships with trusted travel brands

Another big advantage is the network of relationships behind the scenes. Membership in Travel Leaders Network connects Traveling Sidekick with preferred partners and on-the-ground contacts around the world.

What that can mean for you:

• A better chance of resolving issues quickly if something goes sideways

• Insider insight on which properties or suppliers are truly a good fit

• Access to local expertise that helps make your trip smoother and more memorable

You still have one main point of contact—me—but I now have a bigger team of support in the background.

4. More tools, same personal touch

Joining Travel Leaders Network doesn’t change the heart of Traveling Sidekick. You still get:

• Personalized recommendations based on your style, interests, and comfort level

• A real human to text, call, or email when you have questions

• Help before, during, and after your trip

The difference is that now, there’s a larger network of resources, training, and technology helping me serve you even better. It’s like upgrading what happens “behind the curtain,” while keeping the same familiar experience you already know