How to Travel Internationally as a Model - Published Vantage Advertising Article

Dear Readers: As a Pageant Queen for Miss Swimsuit USA New York, Miss Cayman Islands and Miss Red Hot, I have booked international travel gigs with several pageant brands and sponsors. For Swimsuit USA, I was flown to the Bahamas for an all-inclusive week of fun, pageantry and networking to try to win the crown! Ladies: When booked as an international model, make sure you always look pristine. Hair, nails and full makeup done. Outfits always have to match your body shape with matching accessories. High heels only!

Pageant girls are amazing at selling any and all brands. Most of us started in the industry at a young age. I’ve been in the industry since ballet lessons at age 5. I was signed to my first modeling agency New Faces Modeling Agency in Tysons Corner, VA at age 19. I was so happy to start my career as a young tween in the industry signed to an agency. Moving to NYC helped fuel the fire even more.

When I flew to Jamaica for Miss Red Hot, I experienced a whole new world of Jamaican influence. Great food, people and beautiful beaches. Ladies: Be aware of your surroundings at all time as you will constantly be meeting new people everywhere you go.

During international model travel, I took the best pictures on the beach I have ever taken. Caribbean beaches provide beautiful sunsets and sunrises. I’ve compiled a catalog of modeling pictures that I will be able to look back over the years happily to see all that I’ve accomplished.

Barbados was a trip back in time with Miss Cayman Islands for Miss Humanity International. They’ve kept the history and charm of the island for generations. I was so honored to be a part of the tradition. We videotaped small segments by a natural waterfall at a museum. I was amazed at the quality of the pageant system network. Shout out to Stephanie Chase for booking me to be Miss Cayman Islands! I am truly honored and blessed.

Ladies: Please be respectful of the country’s traditions when you are entering a new country. People take their livelihoods and personal convictions very seriously when they are paying for your sponsorship. Be kind.

International travel can make or break an upcoming model. Be aware of

each booking you take because it may be your last if you’re not professional. My last

pageant was in Barbados. Then I went to law school and graduated as a Juris Doctor

(J.D.) Marriage. Kids. Another stage of life develops. Live the travel life in your tweens -

20s. You will experience another level very soon! Hugs.