A Vacation Planned Around You

What makes a trip special to you? Is it exploring a historic city, tasting local dishes, browsing little shops, or enjoying a quiet morning with coffee before heading out?

For me, those moments are a big part of why I love traveling. The famous sights can be wonderful, but I also enjoy discovering the everyday details that give a place its character.

When I help plan a custom vacation, I start with what matters to you.

Tell Me What You Enjoy

You don’t need to arrive with a complete itinerary. A destination, a few ideas, or even a feeling about the kind of vacation you want gives us somewhere to begin.

I’ll ask about your interests, budget, travel dates, and preferred pace. Maybe you love museums but your travel companion would rather take a food tour. Maybe you want to visit several cities, with enough time in each to settle in and explore.

Those details help me bring together a trip that works for the people taking it.

Make Time for Food and Local Experiences

Food is one of my favorite ways to connect with a destination. A market visit, a cooking class, or a guided food tour can become a memorable part of a trip.

The same goes for a neighborhood walk, a small museum, or an afternoon browsing local shops. An experience doesn’t have to be famous—or difficult to find—to be worth your time. It just needs to interest you.

Find the Right Balance of Guidance and Freedom

A custom trip can include guided experiences alongside independent exploring.

On my Rhine cruise with my daughter, we joined Viking’s city tour in Strasbourg to learn about its history. Afterward, we stayed in town for soup, shopping, and time to wander before taking the last shuttle back to the ship.

That balance worked beautifully for us. When planning your vacation, I’ll help you think through where a guide would add something valuable and where you might prefer time on your own.

Bring the Practical Details Together

Choosing what to do is only part of planning. Where you stay, how you get between destinations, and how much you schedule each day all shape your experience.

I help connect those details, considering hotel locations, transportation, activities, and time to rest. The goal is an itinerary you can enjoy at a comfortable pace.

I also want to hear about dietary needs, mobility considerations, and other preferences early so I can discuss them with the relevant travel providers.

Let’s Start With Your Ideas

Whether you’re imagining a European city stay, a trip through Mexico, or a vacation combining several destinations, I’d love to hear what you have in mind.

Fill out my travel inquiry form and tell me a little about your plans. We’ll talk through the possibilities and next steps.

Custom itinerary planning carries a planning fee, which I’ll discuss with you before work begins.