TRAVEL CONCIERGE

Expert Vacation Planning Without the Overwhelm

Planning a vacation shouldn't feel like a second job. You deserve to be excited about your trip, not stressed about researching villas, reading conflicting reviews, and piecing together logistics.

I'll create your perfect itinerary so you can skip the research rabbit holes and actually enjoy your time off.

What Makes Me Different

I'VE ACTUALLY BEEN THERE

Most travel agents are booking from a computer. I've personally stayed in the villas I recommend, eaten at the restaurants, taken the boat tours. When I say something is worth it, I mean it.

NO AFFILIATE AGENDA

I don't get kickbacks for recommending certain hotels or booking platforms. My recommendations are based purely on what I think you'll love.

TRAVELER FIRST, PLANNER SECOND

I'm a traveler who happens to be really good at planning trips. This means I think like you do - what's actually worth the time, what's overhyped, what makes a trip memorable vs. exhausting.

INSIDER NETWORK

A decade of travel means I have relationships with villa owners, drivers, guides, and restaurant managers worldwide. You get better service and often better rates because of these connections..

How It Works

  • Tell me where you want to go, what matters most to you, and what kind of experience you're after. Budget traveler or luxury seeker? Adventure or relaxation? I need to understand your travel style.

  • Using my decade+ of travel experience across dozens of countries and my network of trusted partners, I build you a personalized plan. No generic recommendations — everything is based on places I've actually been, contacts I personally trust, or places I would go myself.

  • Detailed itinerary with day-by-day recommendations, restaurant reservations, activity bookings, custom Google Maps with every location, insider tips you won't find online, and all the logistics handled.

  • Pack your bags and go. I've done the hard part so you can focus on enjoying your vacation.

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DISCOVERY SESSION

Perfect for:
Quick destination advice, villa selection help, or answering specific travel questions

What's Included:

  • 45-minute video consultation

  • Personalized recommendations based on your needs

  • Follow-up email with resources, links, and suggestions

  • Access to my trusted vendor contact list for your destination


Best for:
DIY planners who just need expert guidance, travelers deciding between destinations, anyone with specific questions about where to stay or what to do

STARTING AT $150

WEEKEND GETAWAY PLANNING

Perfect for:
2-4 day trips that need more than just a hotel booking

What's Included:

  • Initial consultation call (30-45 minutes)

  • Complete itinerary with restaurant, activity, and accommodation recommendations

  • Booking assistance for key reservations (restaurants, experiences)

  • Detailed planning document with maps, addresses, contact info, and insider tips

  • One round of revisions based on your feedback

Best for:
Long weekends, quick getaways, domestic trips, milestone celebrations

Sample itinerary includes:

  • Where to stay with honest pros/cons of each option

  • Daily activity suggestions with timing and logistics

  • Restaurant recommendations for every meal (with backup options)

  • Transportation tips (best way to get around, trusted taxi contacts)

  • Insider tips on timing, what to skip, what's worth the hype

STARTING AT $500

FULL TRIP PLANNING

Perfect for:
Week-long+ vacations, honeymoons, international trips, multi-city itineraries.

What's Included:

  • In-depth consultation to understand your vision and priorities

  • Comprehensive day-by-day itinerary (activities, restaurants, timing, logistics)

  • All hotel, villa, restaurant, and activity bookings handled

  • Custom Google Map with every recommendation pinned and organized

  • Transportation coordination (airport transfers, drivers, car rentals)

  • Pre-departure briefing call to review everything

  • Digital planning document with all confirmations and contacts

  • On-trip support via text for questions or last-minute changes

  • Two rounds of revisions

Best for:
Dream vacations, honeymoons, milestone trips, family travel, complex itineraries.

STARTING AT $1,200

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No! While I have expert knowledge of certain destinations, I can plan trips anywhere. I'll always be transparent about what I know firsthand vs. what I'm recommending based on my trusted network and research.

  • No - bookings are included in your planning package. You pay me my planning fee, then you pay vendors directly for their services (hotels, restaurants, activities).

  • Ideally 2-3 months for international trips, 4-6 weeks for domestic. Last-minute planning is possible but may limit options and availability.

  • That's what the Discovery Session is for! We can focus on just the piece you need help with - villa selection, activity recommendations, restaurant reservations, etc.

  • I can provide flight recommendations and routing advice, but you'll book flights yourself. Exception: for Full Trip Planning, I'm happy to walk you through the booking process on our call.

Ready to Start Planning?

The hardest part of vacation planning is the first step. Let's talk about where you want to go and how I can help make it happen.

Book a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your trip using this form!

Or email me directly: alex@thevacationdesk.com

Not ready to commit? Browse my destination guides to see the quality of recommendations I provide.