Here's What Working With Me
Actually Looks Like
A behind-the-scenes look at the hours, expertise, and personal touches that go into designing your perfect trip — and the service options that make it possible.
Behind the Scenes
The Hours You Don't See
Every trip I design represents dozens of hours of invisible work. Here's a glimpse at what goes on behind the scenes.
For a multi-destination European itinerary, I typically invest 25-40+ hours in research alone, not counting the coordination calls, supplier negotiations, and the dozens of small details that make the difference between a good trip and an unforgettable one. Even after 11 years and 50 countries, every trip gets my full attention because your vacation matters.
Your Deliverables
What You'll Actually Receive
Not vague promises. Real, tangible deliverables you can see, touch, and use throughout your entire trip.
Custom Travel Proposal
A beautifully designed, interactive proposal with hand-selected resorts, room-by-room comparisons, pricing breakdowns, and curated experiences tailored to your interests and budget.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
A detailed, day-by-day plan covering every activity, restaurant, transfer, and experience. No guesswork, no scrambling. Just wake up and enjoy.
Restaurant & Experience Guide
Curated dining recommendations with reservation assistance, local experience guides, packing lists tailored to your destination, and practical travel tips you won't find on Google.
Personal Trip Portal
Everything for your trip in one place, accessible from any device. Your itinerary, documents, hotel confirmations, restaurant reservations, maps, and real-time updates.
Pricing
Choose Your Level of Service
Every traveler is different. Pick the level of support that matches how you like to travel.
Plan to Go Retainer
Secures my time and expertise for your trip. I get to work on initial research, supplier outreach, and custom recommendations.
Best For
Cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and straightforward bookings
Custom Itinerary Design
For travelers who want a fully designed, custom travel experience. This is where the real magic happens.
Best For
Multi-destination trips, honeymoons, milestone celebrations, first-time international trips
VIP Concierge
Every single detail handled. You show up. That's it. I take care of everything else.
Best For
Luxury getaways, destination weddings, travelers who want the white-glove treatment
European & Complex Itineraries
Multi-country, multi-city trips require an extraordinary level of coordination. This tier covers the logistics most people don't even think about.
Best For
European tours, multi-country adventures, complex logistics trips
The Plan to Go Retainer is the only service investment that gets applied back toward your trip cost. All other tiers reflect the real time and expertise invested in designing your experience.
The Comparison
What Is Your Time Worth?
You could spend 40+ hours planning your own trip. Or you could spend that time doing literally anything else while I handle it.
Planning It Yourself
Working With Me
40+ hours of research across blogs, forums, and TripAdvisor
I've already been there. I know what works.
Hours comparing hotel rooms with no insider knowledge
Access to exclusive luxury hotel perks and upgrades
Crossing fingers your restaurant picks are actually good
Curated dining with reservations made for you
Something goes wrong? You're on hold with a call center
Direct line to someone who knows your trip inside and out
Paying retail rates with no added value
Complimentary upgrades, resort credits, and VIP treatment
Save 40+ Hours
Get that time back for work, family, or just getting excited about your trip
VIP Access & Perks
Complimentary upgrades, resort credits, and amenities not available to the public
Stress-Free Travel
Every detail handled, every reservation confirmed, every transfer coordinated
11 Years of Expertise
Lessons learned across 50 countries so you don't have to learn the hard way
A Real Person, Not a Call Center
Direct access to someone who knows your trip inside and out
Avoid Costly Mistakes
Wrong hotel, bad timing, missed connection? I've seen it all and I'll steer you right
Client Stories
What My Clients Say
Real stories from real travelers who trusted me with their most important trips.
"Cindi went above and beyond, writing a personal letter to the hotel's General Manager about our special occasion. When we arrived, we were upgraded to a suite worth over $1,000 more per night than what we booked. That kind of personal touch is something you simply cannot get booking online."
"From our very first email, Cindi sent weekly updates with new finds and insider tips. She knew restaurants the locals loved, hidden beaches we never would have found, and had contacts on the ground who treated us like VIPs. It felt like we had a friend who lived there."
"Cindi handled every single detail, from the excursions and restaurant reservations to the airport transfers and hotel check-ins. All I had to do was show up and enjoy. I've never been so relaxed on a trip in my life."
See It In Action
Sample Trip Proposals
Every trip I plan comes with a beautifully detailed proposal. Here are a few examples so you can see exactly what you'll receive.
Ready to Get Started?
Let's talk about your next trip. I'll walk you through exactly how the process works and help you figure out which service level is right for your travel style.