Has your wanderlust been sparked? No two trips are alike so let’s start by covering some basics. Fill out a form on my website so I can get to know you, your travel style, your budget, and your interests better.

Next, it’s time to talk and dig into the exciting part! We’ll set up a time to talk on the phone or communicate through email. This way, I can get to know you better, learn more about your interests, your budget, and can make your travel itinerary as personal as possible. You can choose a complimentary 15-minute chat on the phone or an email consultation. Either way, I’ll send through an email reiterating our conversation.

During the consultation, I’ll make sure that the trip you’re envisioning realistically fits what I can deliver to you based on your budget and other important factors. If we mutually decide that we are a good fit to work together, I’ll send you an invoice for my planning design fee to hire me! Costs vary based on your needs and the type and extensiveness of your trip.

This step is where the fun really begins! I’ll get busy researching potential destinations, accommodations, and more comprehensive options for your upcoming travels. I draw upon my own experience in different locations, in which I have experienced accommodations, excursions, and dining options firsthand. If you are venturing to a location that I have not travelled to personally yet, have no fear! I have many colleagues in the travel industry that have and that can provide detailed insight to your trip as well. I love to incorporate options that connect you with local people and experiences within your destination, so please let me know if this is something that interests you as it will add a special touch to your trip!

Once I’ve drafted a potential itinerary for you, we’ll review it and make sure that you’re happy with everything included. We’ll work together to ensure that we’ve created your dream vacation.

After we’ve confirmed your desired itinerary, I will confirm and book your accommodation(s), excursions, activities, transfers, and all the logistics that your trip involves. Once everything is confirmed, I’ll send your invoice to make your deposit and payments. Many trips you must make an initial deposit to secure your reservation with payments allowed up until a designated time (final payment deadline).

Now that your core itinerary has been planned, as we approach your travel date—anywhere from 30-90 days before your trip—we can start planning the fun “extras”! Spa treatments, music and cultural events, fine dining experiences, wine tastings—I’m happy to recommend and book all your exciting experiences that will enhance your trip and add the special extra touches.

As your trip approaches just about two weeks before departure, I’ll send through all your final travel documents along with some custom tips for the specific places you’ll be traveling to so you can travel with ease. You can choose to have them emailed or I can mail hard copies to you for an additional fee.

Bon Voyage! It’s finally time to set off on your long-awaited vacation. Don’t worry, I’ll still be here to help with necessary logistics. From your departure and throughout the duration of your trip, I’m here to answer any questions and make any adjustments to ensure your trip goes as smoothly as possible. Whether you encounter cancellations or simply want to stay a day longer in one of your stops, I’ll assist in any changes so that you can focus on making memories. Happy travels!