Travel Agency Work Routine Vol. 8 | The Big and Small Entries We've Gathered Together Are All Our "Family": Hong Kong's Most Dedicated Family Travel Expert 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Many customers are looking for Travel Mama When planning a trip, the first question usually isn't about the price, but rather a long sigh: "I want to take my 70-year-old parents and 3-year-old son to Europe, but the thought of finding the way, finding a restroom, and carrying luggage already makes me want to give up... Do you have any suggestions?"

Travel Agency Work Routine Vol. 7 | A Real-Life Look Behind the Scenes: The Trials and Tribulations of European Tourist Attractions 🔍

Many customers are looking for Travel Mama Helper PlanningEuropean private small group tourBack then, the most frequent question I was asked was, "Mama, is this European tourist spot really that beautiful? The photos online look so appealing!"

A firsthand account of my experience as a foster parent: Travel Mama's foster care diary

It turns out I haven't written a foster family diary in a long time.

I've been busy with company projects lately, and coincidentally, I had to take a long-haul flight. Now I finally have time to slowly organize this "foster family" series.

As I write this, we're preparing to welcome our seventh child next week. Looking back, I realize how far we've come.

Travel Agency Work Routine Vol. 6 | Never Forget the Original Intention: Travel Mama Launches Her First "Private Small Group Tour" 🚗

Today at Travel Mama Inside this cloud-based office, which feels like home, we're busy processing one small group tour after another to hidden gems in Taiwan, in-depth tours of Peru, or European destinations. Looking at the densely packed contact list of drivers and guides on the screen, I suddenly stopped and thought back to when we took over our first "private small group tour."

Every summer, as soon as the new Premier League season schedule is announced, football fans around the world immediately get excited, ready to embark on their dream journey to watch the games live. Whether you're a loyal Manchester United, Arsenal, or Liverpool "Reds" member, or a fan of Chelsea, Manchester City, or Tottenham Hotspur, the experience of watching a Premier League match live is not just about the game itself, but also a thrilling cultural pilgrimage.

When the schedule was announced, the fans began their actions!

As soon as the schedule was officially released, some people immediately checked flight tickets, while others were already planning trips to London, hoping to cheer alongside Arsenal supporters at the Emirates Stadium; or perhaps they wanted to fly to Manchester to experience the extreme passion of Manchester City fans for the "Citizens" at the Etihad Stadium. Liverpool fans, on the other hand, were even more looking forward to singing "You'll Never Walk Alone" at Anfield and witnessing the electrifying atmosphere of The Kop.

A happy thing

It's a happy thing that days go by, but you can get tired of them. Sometimes, this weariness is like a thick fog, lingering on the streets in the morning, making it hard to see what's ahead and feel any enthusiasm.

Desire is the driving force of life

To wake up each day with the motivation to continue completing the work and tasks at hand, we need some aspirations. We might hope to earn enough money to buy an apartment, hope for a quick promotion, hope for the weekend to arrive soon, or simply hope there's a table at our favorite restaurant for lunch. These aspirations, big or small, are the sparks in our hearts, burning and preventing our daily lives from being drowned out by the cold reality.

Why did we become foster families?

Last time, we talked about taking our sixth foster child on a trip, and we finally succeeded in taking him on his first airplane ride.

Later, some friends asked me, "Why did you start doing foster care?"
"Is it because you genuinely want to help people and do good deeds?"

But to be honest, the reason itself wasn't some grand ambition.
Instead, it was a decision that a family had discussed for a long time without reaching an answer.

I want to live in a city that praises...

When I was little, I always heard: "If you do well, that's what you should do. Don't be arrogant."

If you get high marks on a school exam, the teacher might just say, "Keep trying next time."

The family was even more direct: "Don't be so happy, your neighbor Ah Ming also got 100 points."

As you grow up, over time you'll find yourself developing a strange ability: to appreciate things from the heart and keep your mouth shut.

The first flight for a foster child

This is the sixth foster child we've taken in.

After overcoming numerous difficulties, we finally succeeded in applying to take our foster child on a trip abroad for the first time, which was also his first time on an airplane. Before departure, he was already excitedly counting down the days. He said he wanted to bring a sketchbook to draw airplanes and clouds. He also said he wanted to buy a new dress so he could look pretty on the trip. When we arrived at the airport, he was very quiet.

Once on the plane, Cheng Cheng stared out the window without uttering a single word.

I asked her, "What's wrong? Are you happy?"

After a while, he spoke softly:

Travel Agency Work Routine Vol.5 – At the Turning Point of Time

In this fast-paced city where you can barely breathe, there's a travel agency called Travel Mama. This place is not only where I work every day, but also the factory where we turn everyone's "dream vacation" into a "real itinerary".

In the early morning, before the city is fully awake, our day at Travel Mama begins with the vibration of our phones. Back in the days of sleeping on the floor, we rushed back to open the door; now that we've transitioned to an OTA (Online Travel Agency), our work environment has a more homey feel. Although we can't sit face-to-face with customers, the absence of that cold, impersonal desk makes us feel more like family when we're all sitting together.