Our Story, LORD and Smith Travel
Bernadette and LaTina
The Women Behind the Trips

Built on family, purpose,
and a love for the journey.

Bernadette & LaTina

Established in 2007 by two sisters born and raised in Detroit , built on family, purpose, and a love for the journey.

Born and raised in Detroit, we learned early the value of resilience, creativity, and seeing the world with curiosity. Those roots shaped LORD and Smith Travel , a company built on the belief that your time and your peace of mind matter.

From group journeys throughout the world to romantic escapes, we've spent nearly 20 years helping travelers fully arrive , before the plane ever leaves the ground. Every itinerary is crafted with care and every detail handled with intention, so you can experience the world without the stress that usually comes with planning it.

LORD and Smith Travel began long before it became a business. As sisters born and raised in Detroit, we were the ones family and friends trusted to plan vacations, organize group getaways, and bring travel dreams to life. When the opportunity came to turn that passion into a company in 2007, it felt like a natural extension of who we already were.

From the start, our mission was clear: create meaningful, affordable vacations that encourage people to enjoy life, rest, and reconnect. We believe travel is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and the people you love , and it is a blessing to play a part in making those moments possible.

Guided by faith and grounded in service, we built LORD and Smith Travel on integrity, care, and excellence. Nearly 20 years later, those values remain at the center of everything we do. Now based in the metro Atlanta area, our work has taken us to more than 30 countries across six continents, expanding our expertise and strengthening the relationships that make this work so rewarding.

Over the years, we have earned respected industry accreditations including IATAN, CLIA, and SNG (Special Needs Group). We are also members of ASTA and PTANA. These credentials reflect our professionalism, our commitment to learning, and our dedication to serving travelers with excellence. Although meaningful, our greatest joy has always remained the same: satisfied, happy clients.

Our purpose is simple: to make your dream vacation a reality, with ease and care from start to finish.

Bernadette & LaTina
Co-Founders, LORD and Smith Travel
The Founders: Latina and Bernadette
The Founders: Latina and Bernadette
Co-Founders
"Our mission is to serve with excellence and integrity, creating affordable, extraordinary travel experiences that bring people together and turn dream vacations into reality."
The LORD and Smith Travel Mission
What Drives Us

Guided by faith. Driven by purpose.

True to our name, the company has always been guided by faith. Led by the LORD, it is our hope that He is represented in every interaction, every itinerary, and every journey.

30+
Countries Visited
150+
Trips Completed
500+
Travelers Served
★★★★★
Average Rating
Why Travel With Us

What sets us apart.

01
Faith-Guided Service

Rooted in faith, we approach every journey with integrity, purpose, and a commitment to serving you with excellence.

02
Over 20 Years of Global Experience

With travel across more than 30 countries and 6 continents, we bring deep knowledge, trusted partnerships, and global insight to every itinerary.

03
Personalized, Elevated Travel

Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, with family, or with a group, we tailor each experience with care , blending comfort, culture, and curated moments that feel uniquely yours.

04
Affordable Luxury

We believe everyone deserves to travel. Our goal is to deliver elevated, memorable experiences without unnecessary costs.

05
Accredited & Trusted

We proudly hold industry-leading credentials including IATAN, CLIA, ASTA, PTANA, and more , a reflection of our professionalism and commitment to excellence.

06
A Community You Can Feel

Our travelers become family. From our annual Family & Friends Trip to milestone celebrations, we create spaces where people connect, explore, and build lifelong memories.

07
Full-Service Support

From planning to booking to travel-day assistance, we handle the details so you can simply show up, relax, and enjoy.

Where We've Been - Past Adventures

Places we've taken our travelers.

Every destination on this list was built around the vision of someone who had a dream and needed someone to help them make it real.

Caribbean
Jamaica, Aruba, Punta Cana, Bahamas, Saint Lucia

Where many travelers took their first trips with us. Sun, water, and the kind of all-inclusive ease that converts first-timers into regulars.

Europe
London, Greece, Italy, Paris

Art, history, and food that changes how you think about dining. We have handled the logistics of some of the most iconic cities in the world so our travelers could just live in them.

Africa
Ghana, South Africa, Morocco

Some of the most emotionally meaningful trips we have ever planned. Connecting travelers to the continent, the culture, and something deeper than any itinerary can fully describe.

Americas
Mexico, Panama, Cartagena, Costa Rica, Las Vegas, Alaska, Los Cabos

From adventure to relaxation. We have planned it across the length of two continents. Every climate, every type of traveler, every kind of experience.

Asia
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Thailand (2026)

The Middle East opened travelers' eyes to a different kind of luxury. Thailand 2026 is our most ambitious group trip yet, and registration is filling fast.

Ready to Go

You bring the dream.
We make the reality.

Whether you're planning your very first trip, pursuing a bold new adventure, or seeking a serene escape, we curate every journey with intention, luxury, and ease. It is our honor to walk alongside you, refine every detail, and make your dream vacation a reality.