My Mission:

Helping intentional homeschool and worldschool moms plan culturally rich, meaningful, and stress-free family travel through concierge-style planning that blends immersive learning, deep connection, and ease.

At M.E.L Travelistas (Mothers. Earnestly. Loved), I honor the love and dedication moms pour into their families by helping them rediscover joy, relaxation, and adventure through unforgettable travel experiences.

Why I'm so invested?

Before I became a travel advisor, my husband and I didn't travel often. We worked a lot and never really made time for ourselves.

Then one day, I decided to plan our first adventure together. His birthday was coming up, so I planned a getaway the week of his birthday by having a surprise birthday trip for him.

During our trip we both enjoyed ourselves and the quality time we had together. And I noticed after the trip, we were re-energized and more focused to tackle the tasks and priorities that waited for us when we returned back home.

In fact, I enjoyed planning my husband's birthday celebration so much, I decided to go into business for myself and make the service available to other people like us.

Fast forward 5 years later with our little guy and I see how much my family are truly a blessing to me. My family allows me to see how precious life is and to cherish every day with the people you love. The support I have from my family allows me to continue to prosper in life and in business.

As a mom and travel advisor, I understand the challenges of planning the perfect getaway for yourself and everyone while managing a busy life. That's why I’m passionate about curating experiences that not only take the stress out of planning but also allow you to savor every moment.

Why work with Me?

Hi, I’m LaToya—The Go-To Travel Advisor for Homeschool and Worldschool Moms ✨

As a travel advisor, mom, and intentional traveler myself, I understand what it means to want more than just a vacation. You want purpose. You want connection. You want your kids to learn from the world—not just textbooks—and for your travels to reflect your values, not overwhelm you with logistics.

That’s why I created M.E.L Travelistas: Trip Scout for Homeschool Moms & The Mom Getaway Guru™—a concierge travel service designed for homeschooling and worldschooling moms who crave meaningful, educational, and elegant journeys. Whether it’s a family trip or a multi-generational adventure, I help you travel in a way that honors your rhythm and creates lasting memories.

Using my signature M.E.L. Moments™ framework—focused on Memories, Elegance, and Legacy—I design seamless, soul-enriching experiences that blend hands-on cultural immersion, family bonding, and much-needed self-care for moms.

Because for moms like us, travel isn’t just about getting away—it’s how we grow, connect, and build a legacy together.

She wasn't just my mother, She was my Superwoman

My mom is such a huge figure in my life. She is an inspiration to me and my best friend. I lost her in November 2023 and when I lost her, my world stopped even though the world itself kept moving forward. I felt like a part of me died when I lost my mother as I never experienced grief so strongly until I lost her. It has been difficult to keep pressing forward as I still grieve today, thinking of what could have been and that I had so much more time to do some great things with her.

I feel like I still need more time with her and maybe that's selfish of me to think as she was able to enjoy 65 years of raising me, her son and daughter and mold us into the individuals we are today. She was not perfect but she seemed almost perfect to me and even though her physical presence is no longer here with me, I continue to feel her every day, think of her daily and I know she would want me to continue forward, raising my son, loving my husband, being a big sister to my siblings and enjoying life to the fullest. She taught me so much and her passing only taught me to cherish the ones you love dearly because you never know when you or they may transition.

I do believe there is somewhere else after we transition and once I have served my purpose here on earth, my prayers are to see mom again one day. For her to greet me when my time comes and we continue our mother and daughter bond together in the afterlife.

My mother is the reason I'm more focused than ever to help other moms curate trips they will enjoy with their families. And even though her physical presence is no longer here, I celebrate her while I'm still here, breathing life each day and remember her, thank her for being the woman she was when she was here, that raised the woman I am today. Thank you momma! 💖😘