Today we’d like to introduce you to LaTonya White.
Hi LaTonya, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I took a leap of faith in July 2018 and purchased my very own travel agency franchise — Cruise Planners. From day one, my mission has been simple: to create unforgettable vacations for my clients through all-inclusive resorts, hotels, and, of course, cruises.
When I first started, I was determined to land that first sale, and it happened before the ink on my franchise paperwork even dried. In that moment, I knew I had found my forever niche.
As a lifelong blogger and educator, I’ve always loved sharing experiences and helping others discover new horizons. My journey with Cruise Planners has been nothing short of incredible. Since launching in 2018, I’ve proudly sold over $584,000 in travel, helping countless clients turn dream vacations into reality.
Over time, my passion naturally shifted toward group travel, from destination weddings and vow renewals to family getaways that bring generations together. There’s something so special about watching families and friends create lifelong memories in beautiful destinations.
Running a business isn’t easy as it takes commitment, heart, and hard work. Yet, helping people experience the world and make priceless memories will always be the most rewarding part of what I do.
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I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Then came COVID, the hardest experience I’ve faced in my lifetime, both personally and as a business owner.
At the time, I’d only been in business for about two years, and like so many others, I wasn’t sure if my travel agency would survive. The world had stopped traveling, and with it, my livelihood came to a sudden halt. But through perseverance, faith, and adaptability, I overcame those challenges.
Life outside of business wasn’t easy either. From 2020 to 2024, I faced personal obstacles that tested my strength in ways I never expected. Yet once again, I pushed through and came out stronger on the other side.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I’m best known for two things: blogging and destination weddings. Funny enough, every one of my destination wedding couples happens to work in the education field — a beautiful coincidence, since I started my journey as an educator myself back in 2018.
In many ways, not only am I a traditional educator, but I also teach travelers how to experience the world, one unforgettable moment at a time.
One of my couples’ stunning destination weddings was even featured on CBS Austin, a proud milestone that reminds me how far this journey has come.
Can you talk to us a bit about the role of luck?
I don’t chase luck, I trust purpose. What’s for you will always be for you, and nothing can stop what’s already destined.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.travelingmadeaffordable.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TravelingMadeAffordable
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TvmaTheTeaTV
Image Credits
All photos taken by TVMATheTea® or clients and used with their permission
