Meet the Team

 Tricia Ballad - owner

It all started with a simple concept: a vacation shouldn’t be work.

Let me introduce myself. I’m a freelance writer and homeschooling mom of four special kids. The road to Take a Break Vacations started in September, 2010.

Specialties

Some travel agencies specialize in destinations but here at Take a Break Vacations, we specialize in people.  Families, couples, passionate hobbyists, and special interest groups are the types of people who trust us to turn their vacation daydreams into reality:

Plan Your Trip

Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or an extended vacation, we can help you plan the perfect trip. Get started exploring your options today by answering a few simple questions:

Contact Us

Want to discuss vacation options or just find out more about something you’ve read here?  We’d love to hear from you! 

Phone:  (866) 816-8855

E-Mail:  Tricia@TakeABreakVacations.com or  Shauntelle@TakeABreakVacations.com

"The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. {St. Augustine}"

Recent Blog Posts

Travel Talk, our blog about places, people, and events around the world!

Jan 4, 2012

Bucket List 2012: Two Once-in-a-Lifetime Vacations for Thrill Seeking Families

While we aren’t big on setting new year’s resolutions here at Take a Break...

Nov 23, 2011

Give Your Family the World

This is the season of giving gifts, but lets face it: most of those shiny exciting toys...

Nov 23, 2011

Top Family Vacations for the Holidays

Thinking of getting away from the stress and chaos of the holidays? Here are our top...

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