Family Travel Advisor Chicago IL
Who am I....

and why should you work with me

My name is Shannon Sarmiento and I am the owner of Take Me Away Travels, LLC. As you read this, I hope you connect with the words and they bring back memories of your favorite trips with the ones you love.


It all started with a simple yearning – a desire for a carefree vacation experience.


On vacation, I long to escape the everyday responsibilities of cooking, cleaning, planning, and playing the role of a family chauffeur. My true aspiration is to sit down and relish a meal with my husband, create cherished memories with my children, and deeply connect with those closest to me. Those precious moments when my daughter confides in me, my son excitedly shares his favorite Pokémon card, and my husband gazes into my eyes with gratitude for our time together are the essence of what I seek. I'm well aware that I'm not alone in yearning for such a respite; we all crave that chance to pause and declare, "Here I am."


The inspiration for my tag line emerged from the recurrent sentiments I heard from countless individuals. Planning a vacation had transformed into another overwhelming task amidst our already busy lives. My wish for every client is to:


Relax * Recharge * Reconnect


My mission is to meticulously craft travel experiences where my clients' only obligation is to arrive. I handle every intricacy, working in partnership to discern the perfect travel timing, an ideal destination, a resort that aligns with your desires, and activities tailored to your preferences. Just as each of us is unique, so are our travel dreams and desires.


With over five years of dedicated experience in the travel industry, I've honed my expertise in crafting extraordinary and unforgettable vacations. My passion lies in serving families, whether it's a multi-generational trip with grandparents, a romantic couple's escape, or quality time with your children. I've cultivated a network of trusted suppliers and colleagues who assist me in creating the best possible vacation experiences for each client. Through numerous training sessions, visits to diverse resorts, and firsthand experiences in various destinations, I've gained valuable knowledge. If there's a destination or request I'm not familiar with, I rely on my circle of trusted agents and suppliers to ensure you still have the best vacation experience.


My specialties encompass All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean, exhilarating cruises to your preferred destinations, and immersive theme park adventures at Disney and Universal. I look forward to our conversation and the opportunity to transform your vacation dreams into reality!

Vacation Memories
an unforgettable trip

This is my crazy family!  My hubby and I have two kiddos who are 17 and 10.  We live in the Western suburbs of Chicago and we love to explore other areas.  This picture is from a trip to Mexico earlier this year.  We stayed at a wonderful Dreams property.  My son thought it was great he could go to a counter and ask for a popsicle and they just gave it to him!  My daughter discovered her love of sand volleyball.  My hubby and I enjoyed sitting back and relaxing.  During this trip, we went to Isla Mujeres and swam with the dolphins.  To see my kids interact with these beautiful creatures was amazing.  This is an experience we will never forget.