My planning fee starts at $300 and depends on the length and complexity of your trip, number of travelers, and other similar factors. For simpler requests, like booking a weekend hotel or a cruise you’ve already chosen, there’s no fee. And for my repeat clients, planning is always on the house!

Great travel planning takes real time and expertise. When you work with me, you're not just getting a list of bookings. You're getting research time, knowledge, experience, and careful planning that goes into building a trip that actually fits you, not a generic package. That includes comparing options, checking availability, coordinating logistics, and troubleshooting details before they ever become a problem. That work happens whether or not you actually travel.

Here's why the fee matters:
It means my advice is unbiased. I'm not relying on commissions, so my recommendations are based on what's right for your trip — not what pays me.
It protects the time I invest, no matter the outcome. If plans change, or you end up booking a different way, I’ve already put in the time. It’s the same way you'd expect to pay a consultant or designer for their time, even if you don't do what they recommend.
It covers the extras. Restaurant recommendations, neighborhood tips, packing advice, day-trip ideas — none of that generates income on its own, but it's often what makes a trip feel effortless. The fee lets me put real time into those details instead of skipping them.
It often pays for itself. Between avoided mistakes, better rates through my industry connections, and time saved on your end, most clients find the fee is a small price for the outcome.

Generally, I work with clients comfortable investing a minimum of $10,000 on their trip. That usually includes 4* to 5* accommodations, ground transportation, activities, and airfare for two. This also allows me to take on fewer clients, so I’m able to give more time and attention to each vacation.  

I get it. That’s why I do this for a living! I love working with kindred spirits. I can refine your ideas, handle details, offer perks, monitor deadlines, and manage logistics. Imagine taking in the scenery while you’re at a sidewalk café instead of looking at your phone, trying to figure out where you’re going next. 

I’ve traveled as the planner and as a client and have seen both sides. If you’re investing so much in a trip, don’t you want to actually enjoy it? 

For smaller trips or those booked piece by piece, absolutely. For more extensive journeys, however, a line-by-line breakdown may not always be available, as many of our local destination partners have exclusive, negotiated, and confidential agreements with hotels, tour guides, etc. We can definitely make adjustments that affect the overall price, but just think of it as a package instead of a-la-carte pricing.

Absolutely. These types of services are included as part of your planning fee.

Yes! I think stand alone lodging is often the best fit, especially for families or groups. I will not book through anyone, however. To ensure a positive experience, I only reserve through certain suppliers. 

Yes! I use a platform for travel advisors to book flights. While I can include any loyalty numbers you have so you can earn points, I can’t book flights using your points. 

Sure! I will ask you to book those components on your own. 

I highly recommend it! This is especially true if you are booking a trip far in advance. You can also book refundable flights, hotels, and other parts of the trip. Refundable bookings are often more expensive than non-refundable but it’s also another form of protection.

Cancellation policies vary depending on the supplier. We’ll provide complete transparency on all terms before any deposits are made, ensuring you have the information you need to make confident, informed decisions. We will also discuss travel insurance early in the process to ensure you are covered in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Groups and large families are definitely in my wheelhouse. A trip that fits everyone’s budgets, desires, and limitations is a challenge to plan. But I’m here for it, especially after putting together my own family’s reunions. Bring me your vacation ideas for girls/guys trips, milestone birthdays, weddings, graduations, spring breaks, anniversaries, and more. 

Not only do I enjoy booking them, I love taking them too! In fact, I’m a certified Virtuoso Voyages host. That means that I’m the point of contact on a sailing for passengers booked by other Virtuoso travel agents. It’s been a great way for me to try out various cruise lines, itineraries, and meet great people! 

My specialty is Europe, the Caribbean, and cruises — destinations I know deeply and love planning for. That said, if you're dreaming of somewhere else, let's talk. I'm always happy to discuss other destinations. Many traits that make me a great travel advisor often apply to wherever you want to go!