When your someday is now
Our Story
TravelWish was inspired by and is dedicated to my best friend Jill, who passed away on December 11th 2024.
She left her husband and two sons far too early.
Jill was my person for the past 30 years. She was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in January 2021. Between 3 years of very difficult chemo treatments, surgeries and radiation, we lived life fiercely and unapologetically. We did almost everything on her bucket list and I made it my personal mission to help her spend as much quality time living life before she began to feel too sick to travel. During our adventures, we raised awareness and hoped to inspire others to enjoy life while you can.
No one is promised tomorrow. Unfortunately, those who are diagnosed with a terminal illness know their fate. It’s an emotional roller coaster every single day. Given this, they may not be completely transparent with their family and friends as to their timeline because they don’t want to burden them. Family and friends may also be in denial and not understand the urgency in planning time together.
Please do not wait for someday. Live experiences while you can. Visit the places, eat the food and drink the drinks.
Create and capture lasting memories so you can look back and remember them with a smile.
Why Travel
People with a terminal or life-limiting diagnosis often want to spend quality time with family before their symptoms progress and they become too sick to travel.
When palliative care teams assist patients and families with end-of-life travel, they empower them with a greater sense of control. Many health care professionals recommend travel as a comfort care goal.
How it works
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Sign up to create a TravelWish that reflects your family's needs & timeline
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We will match you with discounted and/or donated travel options based on eligibility and needs
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Book your selected destination through our expert compassionate Travel Advisors
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Create meaningful family memories and feel comfort in spending quality time together
We help families facing critical illness create memories
through donated and discount travel
How we can help
Wish Trip Matching
Connecting families with donated travel experiences
Discounted Travel
Lower pricing through our Compassionate Partners
Expedited Planning
Our Travel Advisors can plan everything seamlessly at no charge