The joy of discovering the world
Lady Lourdes Williams recently moved to Castle Valley with her family, Tim, Addy (12), Cam (10) and Duchess (below)
“As a travel professional, I have always had a deep appreciation for finding the right place to call home—whether it’s a dream destination or a community to plant roots,” stated Lady Lourdes Williams, a jet-setting travel advisor and a resident in Castle Valley.
Although a professional travel advisor for just over a year, Lady has been an avid adventurer and travel planner long before it became her official profession. Growing up in the Philippines, Lady moved to the United States at a young age. This, she stated, “gave me a deep appreciation for different cultures, new experiences, and the joy of discovering the world.” Lady works to bring that joy to her clients, friends and family.
While many people default to online bookings when setting out on vacation, Lady said that a website cannot provide the personal touch of a knowledgeable travel agent. Lady’s goal is to create individual experiences, ensuring each adventure is stress-free, comprehensive and memorable. This is because she believes “travel isn’t just about seeing new places, it’s about the connections we make, the memories we create, and the stories that stay with us long after we return home.”
One of her favorite destinations is St. Lucia, but she recently took a river cruise in Europe that left a good impression on her travel log.
Outside of her business, Lady is a creative and active individual. She fills her time with baking and jewelry-making and explained that these passions “both allow me to express my creativity in different ways—just like travel, they’re about creating something special and memorable.” She loves to challenge herself with kickboxing and takes any opportunity to get out of town for a hike with her family.
Lady is married to Tim and mother of two daughters, Addy (12) and Cam (10). She said that family is at the heart of everything she does. Only one family member is not so keen on her travel—Duchess, her 13-year-old Portuguese Water Dog. Duchess has been with Lady for many chapters of her life, and though Lady’s explorations to scout out new destinations for her clients may not be her favorite, the pooch always welcomes Lady home. “She forgives me quickly, especially when I return home with extra cuddles and maybe a souvenir or two!” Lady said.
For Lady, wanderlust has brought her across the globe, and though she has found a home in Castle Pines, her adventures will continue. “To me, travel isn’t just about seeing new places, it’s about the connections we make and the stories that stay with us long after we return home.”
To learn more about Lady’s business, visit avoyatravel.com/experts/lady-williams/.
Lady Lourdes Williams is an independent travel advisor whose passion for life and adventure became her career.
By Marly Holsman; photos courtesy of Lady Lourdes Williams
