Dear Kindred Spirit,

I’m Amy, the heart behind Dear Colleen Travels — a love letter to women who long to see the world and to find themselves in the beauty of it all.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve carried this quiet ache to see the world before the world is gone. To wander through new landscapes, meet people whose stories expand my own, and stand in awe of this planet’s natural beauty. Travel has always made me feel small in the best way possible; grounded, grateful, and so deeply alive.

Beyond the places, I’ve always been most drawn to the people. I learned early on just how special it is when women come together. There’s a kind of magic that happens from the laughter, the softness, the safety, the shared spark that reminds you who you are.

I wanted to create a space where that feeling could exist beyond wine nights and group chats. A space where it could be experienced across oceans, sunsets, and shared adventures.

Dear Colleen Travels grew from my love of exploration and my belief in the power of female connection. 

Here, every trip is crafted like a love letter to yourself.

A chance to exhale, to let someone else carry the mental load for once, and to fully be present, joyful, and free.

I know how much women juggle, even on vacation. The endless planning, scheduling, making sure everyone else is having a good time. My mission is to take that weight off your shoulders so you can finally relax, reconnect, and make the kind of memories that linger long after you unpack your bags.

The name Dear Colleen was never just a brand — it was a message.

This is an invitation to every woman who’s ever dreamed of seeing the world, who craves connection and laughter. Colleen isn’t one person, she’s all of us. She’s every woman who desires unforgettable getaways, deep friendships, and wine-soaked sunsets. The romantic, the nurturer, the dreamer. Chasing whatever fills her soul.

Whether it’s your first solo retreat, a bestie escape, or a golden-hour girls’ trip, I hope you see yourself in her because this isn’t just about travel.

It’s connection.
It’s sisterhood.
It’s your story, written somewhere beautiful.

So — here’s to you, to us, and to the places we’ll go together.

With love,
Amy
Founder, Dear Colleen Travels