Meet Our Staff

Mark Faldmo - Owner Blue Plant Vacations

Mark Faldmo

As a third-generation travel professional, travel is truly in my blood. The roots of my passion for travel stretch back long before I was born.

The story begins in 1957 with my grandfather, a construction worker who journeyed to Hawaii to help build what is now BYU Hawaii in Laie, Hawaii. My father often shares vivid memories of his 6th birthday when the family set sail from San Francisco to Honolulu on the SS Lauraline. This trip sparked a deep-seated love for travel in my family.

Julie Sterling Blue Planet Vacations Advisor

Julie Sterling

In 1995, I embarked on an unexpected journey at Mark Travel Corporation, starting with a part-time role that soon blossomed into a lifelong passion for uncovering the world's wonders. Fueled by a deep belief that travel doesn't just change scenery, but transforms perspectives and crafts unforgettable moments, I dove headfirst into the rich tapestry of cultures and destinations.

Specializing in leisure travel, I have turned my wanderlust into expertise spanning some of the