This service includes an optimized itinerary outline with daily recommendations and VIP luxury hotel bookings. Please note that the itinerary outline includes curated suggestions and touring highlights but is not a full, day-by-day itinerary. If you’d like an in-depth destination guide, or for me to handle concierge bookings for restaurants, performances, transfers, etc., you can add those services on. Click here to get a quote.

Bien sur!

Charging a planning fee is standard among travel advisors, as it covers our time and expertise.

In my case, you’re getting top-notch advice and recommendations gleaned from my 15 years of industry experience. For 11 of those years, I planned ultraluxury private tours that included the VERY BEST of everything, and I’m giving you access to that knowledge and expertise at a fraction of the cost. I’m also saving you HOURS of research and planning.

I make a commission on hotel bookings, which allows me to keep my fee low. You pay the same price for hotels as if you booked directly.

But by going through me, you get HUNDREDS of dollars worth of added value, like free breakfast, hotel credits, complimentary upgrades, and more, which add up to A LOT more than the cost of my planning fee. So really, you’re coming out ahead (and that’s not even girl math).

Win-win!

For trips of fewer than five nights, please email me.

Charging for the call benefits both of us because your time is valuable, as is mine.

On your end, it’s really a courtesy fee so I make sure I’m not sitting on an empty Zoom call.

On my end, it’s a way for you to dip a toe before taking the plunge, so I want to make sure you’re getting something out of it. Whether you decide to book with me or not, I want you hang up with your questions answered and a clear path forward.

If you don’t, I’ll refund the call fee.

And if you do decide to book my services, the cost of the call will be applied toward the final payment.

I’ll tap into my hotel partnerships to get you added-value benefits like free breakfast, complimentary upgrades, spa credits, and more. I'll also reconfirm the booking a couple weeks ahead to make sure everything is in order, and VIP you before you arrive to request extra-special treatment.

Yes! I only work with 5-star hotels (or best-available, depending on the destination) since they're my expertise and where I can provide added value through my partnerships. BUT, there's a range within that, and I’ll help you find the right luxury hotel for YOU.

Technically the benefits may be the same on paper, but the relationships are where it’s at. THAT'S how you get the best rooms, the upgrades, and the personalized, VIP treatment.

Consider this: whereas you may only stay at a hotel once, I’m potentially booking it again and again, so they want to keep me (i.e. YOU) happy.

And if you’re part of a hotel loyalty program, why not book through me and STACK your benefits?

I can point you in the right direction, but this service doesn’t include these kinds of arrangements. If you need these, I recommend booking my Concierge Travel Planning service instead.

Yes, as part of this service, I can book small luxury cruises that essentially serve as hotels during part of your trip. Examples would be cruises on the Peruvian Amazon, in the Galapagos, or on the Nile. I work with these regularly and know the products well.

I’m also happy to book villas that are part of a larger resort, which I believe provide an ideal “best of both worlds” option. However, I do not book private or independent villas.

It really depends on your comfort level. For this kind of trip, most services will be refundable (I will make sure you have clear cancellation policies from each supplier), so you may not need it. However, trip interruption or delay coverage can still be helpful.

I can book travel insurance for you; feel free to email me with questions and I’m happy to help.

For most destinations, I think about 6 months out is the sweet spot to ensure availability and avoid disappointment. Some destinations and peak seasons may require planning a year in advance. That said, working with a pro can be extra helpful for last-minute trips (please note that I charge a supplement for crunch-time arrangements).

If you have questions about timing your trip, feel free to email me or book a Destination Discovery Call.

Absolutely—I’ve talked MANY clients through this over the years! I recommend booking a Destination Discovery Call so I can get to know you and what you want for your vacation. Then I can recommend some destinations and give you next steps.

Pretty much. I haven’t been everywhere, but I know a lot about a lot of places, and if I don’t have the answer, I have the resources and connections to get it. If I can’t help you, I’ll refund you.

I’ve been in the travel industry since 2007 and have won awards for my expertise. At my previous job, top travel advisors came to ME for their most important clients.

So if you want to know you’re getting TOP-NOTCH recommendations and planning, I’m your girl.

Yes ma’am! In fact, that’s the perfect reason to work with a pro: I can eliminate the hassle of researching and make sure your itinerary includes EXACTLY what you want.

I totally get the thrill of planning your own trips—it’s part of the adventure!

But imagine pairing your vision with my expertise to co-create an unforgettable journey. I’ll streamline the logistics and cut through the noise, saving you countless hours of research and ensuring you get the BEST experience and value.

Then you’ll get to focus on the exciting parts of crafting your trip, like exploring the history, culture, and culinary delights of your destination.

Possibly, but doing all the research yourself takes a LOT of time and effort, and the results of any of the above options would still be unvetted (and sometimes ChatGPT just makes shit up). 

If you want an amazing trip, you need expert guidance and great recommendations.

And if you were already planning to splash out on this trip, then all the more reason to hire an expert. (In fact, I would argue that the more you’re spending, the more help you need.) 

You want to make sure that money’s well spent, not wasted on poor logistics, crappy hotel rooms, or mediocre restaurants.