336.222.TRIP
336.222.TRIP

This is our 20th Group trip to Alaska, and this year we Celebrate 36 years!

This could be you! Travel with a purpose, and become an International Speaker!
MELINDA C FARGIS, CTC
Your Escort & Host

Travel that Transforms!
Our classroom view is Glacier Bay!
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My mission as a facilitator and host is to empower and inspire individuals to live a life through travel that is authentic, fulfilling, and aligned with their values.
I believe every person has the ability to create meaningful, positive change—and I am here to support that journey through intentional experiences designed for growth and transformation.
With over 40 years in the travel industry—much of it spent organizing conferences and cruise experiences for others—I recognized a gap. Many entrepreneurs and professionals don’t have a consistent space to gather, grow, and reconnect.
Professional Development Journeys was created to fill that gap.
This unique approach to transformational travel brings together speakers and travelers in a shared experience—where connection is just as important as content.
Each day, we come together for Notable Networking, creating space for meaningful conversations, fresh perspective, and authentic relationships.
It’s more than a moment—it’s a movement of people coming together with purpose.
A synergy that is difficult to replicate… and even harder to forget.

My approach is rooted in intentional experience design, meaningful connection, and real-world application.
I thoughtfully bring together travelers, speakers, and environments that naturally encourage reflection, growth, and forward movement. Every element is designed with purpose—creating space for clarity, connection, and transformation.
I work collaboratively with my speakers and participants to foster an atmosphere where ideas are shared, perspectives expand, and opportunities unfold organically.
I believe transformation doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens through shared experiences, authentic conversations, and moments that shift how we see what’s possible.
Through Professional Development Journeys, I create a space that is welcoming, elevated, and free from pressure—where individuals can step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with what truly matters.
This is not about sitting in sessions.
It’s about experiencing growth in motion.

I offer a range of ways to connect with us.
- Be a Traveler with our next Journey!
- Be A Speaker or Sponsor on a trip!
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My areas of expertise include career coaching, strenss management, leadership, and personal development. Contact me today to learn more about how I can help you achieve your goals.
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