Meet the Founder
Tashima Johnson, MBA
Tashima “Tash” Johnson is a Jamaican-American businesswoman - travel company owner,, destination real estate advisor, and global experience curator with more than 15 years of experience creating and managing extraordinary events, travel experiences, and opportunities that bring people and cultures together.
She has brought her magic and expertise to some of the world's most renowned destination events,, including having been a producer for the highly sought out international luxury picnic, Diner en Blanc in both the USA and Jamaica.
Destination Events & Experiences
Destination Travel Management & Parnerships
Driven by a deep passion for cultivating culture, building communities, and creating meaningful connections through travel, she founded Love To Vacay, a subsidiary of TJC International with a vision of helping people experience the world, especially her country - Jamaica, through shared experiences.
Over the years, she has developed an extensive strong international network spanning across tourism, hospitality, entertainment, and real estate, and has hosted thousands of travelers across destinations while aligning with tourism partners and boards.
Destination Real Estate & Investment
As a visionary - she is more than a travel advisor and experience curator, but also a licensed realtor with the National Association of Realtors specializing in destination real estate by collaborating with industry partners internationally, Johnson helps not only clients experience a destination short-term through meticulous vacay planning while being a preferred hotel partner for the most reputable brands,, she also helps clients turn their love of travel into investment opportunities by connecting them with real estate possibilities in destinations they know and love..
Giving back as a Touring Mentor
Her commitment to creating impact extends well beyond tourism and travel. In 2019, she founded her 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Touring Mentors dedicated to providing educational resources, mentorship, and opportunities to marginalized youth and underserved communities around the world, especially youth with special needs. To date, the organization has positively impacted more than 500 young people through its programs and philanthropic initiatives. A portion of the proceeds from every trip planned through her business supports this ongoing mission, allowing travel to become a vehicle for meaningful social impact.
Media Networks
Johnson’s work has earned recognition from major media outlets and publications, including FOX, NBC, ABC, CNN, the Tampa Bay Times, Voyage Magazine, The Jamaica Gleaner, The Jamaica Observer, Television Jamaica, and CVM TV. Her accomplishments have also been recognized through several international and regional awards, including Tampa’s Best Travel Company, the Caribbean Wedding Awards’ Best Off-Site Event Planner, and the Urban Excellence Award presented by the Tampa Downtown Partnership. She has also received multiple Best of the Bay nominations, including recognition as a Philanthropist of the Year.
Academically, Johnson earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Business and Management from the University of Tampa, with a concentration in Government and World Affairs. She also holds a Certificate of International Studies and an MBA in Marketing.
With a unique combination of international business and marketing expertise, studies in global affairs, and more than 15 years of hands-on experience across hospitality, tourism, global events, and real estate, Johnson brings a highly personalized and strategic approach to tourism management. Combined with her infectious personality and passion for people and culture, she continues to create experiences that not only connect people to destinations, but also create lasting opportunities for communities around the world.
OFFICIAL TRAVEL PARTNERS
The Official Destination Management Partners for Le Diner en Blanc Jamaica
produced by Tash Johnson
