We’re Certified Sandals WeddingMoon Specialists!

Ellen and Kim Paderson of Smiles and Miles Travel are now certified by Sandals Resorts as Sandals WeddingMoon Specialists. The two expert travel agents earned this distinction at a Sandals WeddingMoon Specialist training program that was recently held at Sandals...

Playacar Palace Resort – Playa del Carmen

One of Ellen’s favorite properties on the Riviera Maya, Playacar Palace Resort is the perfect tropical vacation destination, and an ideal Destination Wedding or honeymoon venue. With a stunning beach location and the perfect mix of classy and casual, Playacar...

Smiles and Miles Travel aids Military Charity

Smiles and Miles Travel CEO Ellen Paderson, in partnership with Sandals/Beaches Resorts, recently sponsored a Hole-in-One contest at a “Day of Thanks” golf tournament to benefit a worthy military charity. “Wish for Our Heroes” is a national 501...
Talking Travel with Baby Boomers

Talking Travel with Baby Boomers

Smiles and Miles Travel’s Ellen Paderson enjoys sharing travel stories and advice with both active and armchair travelers. As CEO of one of the country’s top virtual travel agencies, Ellen works from home when she’s not on the road scouting new...

Destination Weddings and Honeymoons

  Engaged? Thinking about a Destination Wedding in a tropical paradise? Or perhaps an intimate Honeymoon getaway at a luxury all-inclusive resort? Destination Weddings and Honeymoons are a specialty at Smiles and Miles Travel! We have visited virtually all the...