Kay Blakley
Family Travel Specialist
Phone: 843-325-4871
Email: kay@compassandfabletravel.com
Hi, I'm Kay — a mom of three, published author, and travel advisor based in the Myrtle Beach area of South Carolina. I came to travel planning through a deeply personal shift: a few years ago, my family chose to stop accumulating stuff and start investing in experiences instead. That decision changed everything — and it's the heart of how I plan every trip.
Married to my high school sweetheart for nearly 12 years, I balance life as a case manager by day and a travel advisor by night. I understand how full life gets — and I know that when you finally carve out time to travel, every detail matters. That's why I take the planning off your plate entirely, from flights and hotels to shore excursions and dinner reservations, so you can simply show up and be present.
I specialize in luxury vacations, cruises, family travel, and multi-generational trips for clients in Myrtle Beach, across South Carolina, and beyond. And the best part? My planning services are completely free to you as the client.
If you're ready to trade more things for more memories, I'd love to help you plan something unforgettable.
Why I Love to plan travel.
I believe the most meaningful gifts we can give ourselves and the people we love aren't things — they're shared experiences, lasting memories, and moments that bring us closer together.
That belief drives everything I do as a Myrtle Beach-based travel advisor. Whether I'm designing a luxury European river cruise for empty nesters, a Caribbean resort week for a multi-generational family, or a first big trip for a couple celebrating a milestone, I approach every itinerary the same way: with intention, care, and a deep commitment to making it feel personal.
Travel planning lets me combine my heart for serving people with my love of creating something meaningful. I listen carefully to what matters most — your pace, your priorities, your people — and I shape those details into a trip that tells your story. Not a cookie-cutter package. Your trip.
From the Grand Strand to the globe, I'm passionate about helping Myrtle Beach-area families and travelers make room for joy, adventure, and the memories they'll talk about for years.
Specialties
Luxury Travel
Ocean & River Cruises
Family Vacations
Multi-Generational Trips
Couples & Milestone Travel
Destinations
My most-booked destinations include:
Europe (River Cruises, Mediterranean, British Isles)
Caribbean
Cruises Worldwide
Don't see your destination? I love a challenge — reach out and let's talk.
Let's plan your next chapter.
I offer a free consultation for all new clients — no pressure, just a conversation about where you want to go and what would make it meaningful.