The Departure Travel

15/08/2026

Romance doesn't always look like a beach.

A hot air balloon over Cappadocia at dawn. A cozy chalet in the Italian Alps. A castle stay in the Scottish Highlands. A safari for two in South Africa. The wild, dramatic landscapes of Patagonia.

These are the trips couples remember for the rest of their lives.

If you're planning something for two, I'll help you find the setting that fits you both.

13/08/2026

Boston’s Seaport district has transformed into a vibrant waterfront destination, blending harbor views, public art, exceptional dining, and stylish shopping. 🦞⚓️🌊

Discover how to make the most of this dynamic neighborhood, then reach out to start planning your New England escape.

Slurp oysters by the water at Island Creek, shop at The Current, overnight at the Boston Harbor Hotel, and more must-dos on the city’s revitalized waterfront.

11/08/2026

One of Tuscany's oldest traditions flows straight from the earth. Ancient thermal baths, volcanic mineral waters, and timeless wellness rituals make the region's hot springs an experience worth slowing down for. 💧♨️

Read more below, then let's connect to plan your getaway to Tuscany.

📷: Sofie Delauw

Termalismo remains central to Italian wellness at Cascate del Mulino, Bagno Vignoni, and other storied baths.

11/08/2026

The bucket list of all bucket-list adventures, White Desert.

The only luxury camp on the Antarctic continent, this is one of the world's most exclusive travel experiences. Board a private jet in Cape Town, land on a blue-ice runway just five hours later, and settle into an intimate camp of heated pods, complete with a private chef and exceptional service.

Each day brings adventures that simply aren't possible on a traditional cruise. Explore mesmerizing ice tunnels, hike to scenic summits, enjoy champagne picnics on the ice, and, if conditions allow, visit a colony of thousands of emperor penguins. For those looking to go even farther, there's the opportunity to continue on to the South Pole itself—an experience few travelers will ever have.

The season runs November through January, and with so few beds on the entire continent, this books out far ahead. If Antarctica is the trip, this is the way to do it. Message me to learn more!

08/08/2026

Morocco hits all your senses at once.

The maze of the Marrakech medina. Mint tea poured from a height. Blue streets in Chefchaouen and golden dunes in the Sahara. Riads that feel like a secret the moment you step inside.

Then the High Atlas Mountains and Berber villages remind you how much range one country can hold.

Spend a night under the stars at a luxury desert camp, and you'll understand why this trip stays with people.

If Morocco has been on your list, I'll help you put it together the right way.

06/08/2026

There’s nothing quite like summer in Europe. From Budva to Forte dei Marmi, these standout hotel openings capture the essence of the season with seaside glamour, exceptional hospitality, and a sense of discovery. ☀️🏨

Explore the full list, then reach out to plan your perfect getaway.

📷: DePasquale+Maffini

Europe's new luxury hotels include Aman Sveti Stefan in Budva, Montenegro; Zannier Ile de Bendor in France, Metropolis Madrid, Sublime Comporta, and Pensione America Forte dei Marmi.

06/08/2026

One of my all-time favorite travel memories is still sailing the Nile aboard the Historia Boutique Nile River Cruise. It was an unforgettable journey, blending timeless history, breathtaking scenery, and exceptional hospitality into one incredible experience.

Historia Boutique Nile River Cruise sails between Luxor and Aswan, designed around the glamour of 1920s river travel with a fully contemporary interior. Around 40 cabins, floor-to-ceiling windows facing the water, a rooftop pool deck, and a spa on board.

The real luxury is the format. You unpack once, and the temples come to you. Karnak and the Valley of the Kings, then Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae, each visited with expert Egyptologist guides while the boat handles every mile in between.

Advisor tip: itineraries run three, four, or seven nights, and the direction you sail changes the pacing. I’ll help you pick the right one. Let’s start planning.

04/08/2026

Beyond the yachts and racing legends, Monaco is quietly leading the way in sustainable luxury. From electric transit and lush gardens to hyperlocal dining, this Mediterranean principality shows how eco-conscious travel can be effortlessly elegant. 🌱🌊

Reach out to plan your own experience of Monaco's greener side.



📷: BVergely

Visit the Exotic Garden of Monaco, the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, Larvotto Beach, Blue Bay Marcel Ravin, Pavyllon Monte-Carlo, and the Monaco E-Prix, among other sustainable attractions.

03/08/2026

Aman Kyoto occupies a hidden forest garden in the hills of northern Kyoto, assembled decades ago by a textile collector and closed to the public ever since. It's the rarest kind of real estate in this city: total privacy, minutes from the icons.

Why I book it:
• Location without the chaos. The Golden Pavilion is minutes away, yet the property feels like a private national park. No lines, no tour groups, no noise.
• A true onsen. The bathhouse is fed by natural hot springs, something almost impossible to find within Kyoto itself.
• Space, finally. Kyoto hotel rooms are famously tight. These pavilions are among the largest in the city, with forest views from every window.
• The Aman guides. Private access and after-hours temple experiences that guests can't arrange on their own.

Advisor tip: November here is astonishing. The maples turn, and the whole garden glows red and gold.

Kyoto is the trip everyone wants right now. Reach out to start planning!

01/08/2026

Few countries pack in this much.

Sunrise over Machu Picchu. The Sacred Valley and its Andean villages. Cusco's history layered street by street. Then Lima, one of the best food cities in the world, with two restaurants on the global top ten.

Add the Amazon rainforest or the rainbow-striped Andes, and one trip starts to feel like several.

The trick is pacing it right, and that's exactly where I come in.

If Peru is calling your name, let's start planning.