Knoxville's Family Vacation Expert
If you're a Knoxville parent who wants to take your family on an incredible trip — but doesn't have the time or patience to research 47 resorts and second-guess every booking — you've found the right person.
I'm Erika Griffin, the founder of Espoke Travel, and a mom and homeschool parent who understands exactly how much goes into planning family travel. I help Knoxville families plan luxury vacations to the Caribbean, Mexico, and Costa Rica.
Knoxville families are active, adventurous, and deeply family-oriented. You probably already explore the Smokies on weekends. But there's something different about taking the whole crew to a tropical destination — somewhere where the kids are entertained, the parents can actually breathe, and everyone comes home with a memory they'll talk about for years.
Vacations Designed for Knoxville Families
- Age-appropriate resort selection — real kids' programs, not just a kiddie pool and a juice bar
- Family suites and room categories that give everyone actual space to spread out
- Excursions the whole family will love — from sea turtle snorkeling to zip-lining through rainforests to exploring Mayan ruins
- Smart flight routing from TYS or nearby hubs to minimize travel time with kids
- Private airport transfers so you're not wrangling children through a crowded shuttle
- On-trip support if anything goes sideways — because with kids, sometimes things do
- Welcome-home note in your mailbox when you return
A Mom Who Gets It
I'm a mom and homeschool parent, so I know the juggle is real. Family time away from the daily grind is priceless — and I make the planning easy so you can focus on being present with your people.
Serving Knoxville & East Tennessee
Erika works with families across Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge, and anywhere in East Tennessee — plus clients nationwide. All planning is done virtually.
Best Family Vacation Destinations from Knoxville
From McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), Knoxville families can reach incredible destinations with one easy connection. These are the family vacation spots my East Tennessee clients love most.
Beaches Resorts (Jamaica & Turks & Caicos)
The gold standard for family all-inclusive vacations. Sesame Street character experiences, water parks, dedicated age-grouped kids' clubs, and a level of luxury that parents actually enjoy. Erika knows every Beaches property personally.
Cancún & Riviera Maya, Mexico
Some of the best family-friendly all-inclusive resorts in the world, with incredible excursions: cenote swimming, Mayan ruins, sea turtle snorkeling, and jungle ATV rides. Easily accessible from TYS via Atlanta or Charlotte.
Costa Rica
For Knoxville families who love the outdoors. Zip-lining through rainforests, wildlife encounters with sloths and toucans, volcanic hot springs, eco-resorts, and stunning beaches — in one of the safest countries for families.
Jamaica
Warm, vibrant, and full of excellent family resorts. Beaches Negril and Beaches Ocho Rios are consistently among the best family all-inclusive experiences in the Caribbean. Easy connections from TYS via Atlanta.
Turks & Caicos
Grace Bay Beach, stunning clear water, and family-friendly luxury resorts for East Tennessee families who want beauty without the crowds.
Tennessee Families Love Espoke
"Erika helped us plan 2 family trips this year, and we were very happy to let go and let Erika! She made sure we knew all of the attractions and great restaurants near us. I appreciate her attention to the small details. We really enjoyed each day!"
"Thank you Erika for planning a beautiful week in Mexico for me and the family! After 5 nights, not even one person was ready to go back home! This is the 3rd trip Erika has planned for us. She always goes above and beyond."
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Luxury & Family Travel Planning Across Tennessee
Espoke Travel serves clients across all of Tennessee — virtually, so your location is never a barrier.
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