Small town Kansas girl, born and raised.  Manhattan Kansas has been my home since birth.  Back in 2004, I had a vision and passion for travel, my heart lead me to create CARE Travel, built on the premise that everyone deserves to have unforgettable family vacation memory!

As I grew up and faced my own personal challenges, with a rare medical condition, I needed a career that was not only flexible but one which I could work from anywhere. With a passion for traveling and helping others, came the perfect opportunity for me… I spent several years in travel with a mentor before making my own business dreams and vision a reality. CARE (Concierge And Romantic Escapes) Travel was born, over the years, as I’ve gained industry certifications, accreditation. From this gained knowledge and experience, I am able to provide my clients the best vacation experiences. I am committed to making travel as easy as possible for you, so you can spend your time making the memories!

I know first hand, the value from growing up traveling, those are my most cherished family moments and will last a lifetime in my heart, forever a part of who I am today. 
~Niki Rakowitz

Certified Travel Industry Executive (CTIE)

Certified Travel Advisor (CTA)

Caribbean Wedding Industry Awards – Travel Agency of the Year 2018

Sandals & Beaches Preferred Agency since 2005

Sandals & Beaches Royal Chairman Club 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019

Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist

Luxury Travel Specialist

St Lucia, Caribbean, Mexico Travel Specialist

Family Travel Specialist

Wellness Travel Specialist

Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant

Hard Rock/ Unico Platinum Specialist

One Love Jamaica Specialist

Princess Cruise Commodore

Autism Travel Professional by IBCCES

many more….

Fun Facts:

• I do not consider my self on vacation until I have had my 1st “airplane” bloody Mary.
• I hate parasailing!  My 1st ever experience was in Turks & Caicos and once we were up, a rain storm hit and it was down pouring so hard they could barley get us down, and the people on the boat were covered in towels the rain was so intense!  Never again.

Favorite Destination to date:

• Venice, Italy
• Dubrovnik, Croatia
• Montego Bay, Jamaica
• St. Lucia

Dream Destination:

I could never choose just one, as I long to see the world. So my dream is a world cruise!  To see so many places in a 3 month time frame and decide where to extend for vacations. 

I dream of many travel adventures in Greece, Spain, Switzerland, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Bali, Seychelle Islands, Maldives, Fiji, …. just to name a few on my list lol