by Kathleen Lyons | Aug 26, 2013 | Blog
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...
by Kathleen Lyons | Jul 12, 2013 | Blog
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...
by Kathleen Lyons | Jul 11, 2013 | Blog
A Smiles and Miles Travel recommended resort on the Riviera Maya: Le Blanc Spa! We love this sophisticated, adults-only retreat, conveniently located in the heart of the hotel zone, only 25 miles from Cancun’s airport. Featuring all-suite guest rooms, the...
by Kathleen Lyons | Jul 1, 2013 | Blog
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...
by Kathleen Lyons | Mar 14, 2013 | Blog
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...
by Kathleen Lyons | Mar 13, 2013 | Blog
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...