Luxury Journeys that Linger

Transparency: The charging of a planning fee is always communicated upfront.

Destination Weddings: When I go beyond venue and accommodation sourcing, negotiating and contracting (free to use service), into guest management ie: monitoring of room “uptake” by guests, monitoring deadlines for payments, cancellations and attrition triggers, guest rooming lists, arrival day logistics, and event day coordination, this is where my services attract an additional fee, which is agreed upon upfront.

Honeymoons: A planning fee applies for complex, multi location curated itineraries—this may include international flights with local connections, private transfers, guided tours, curated dining experiences, activity bookings, and special arrangements. Simple “book one property” honeymoons are complimentary. Complex, custom-designed journeys attract a planning fee.

Milestone Celebrations & Groups: As with Honeymoons, planning fees vary based on journey complexity, or whether a packaged or customised itinerary is sourced/ curated.

Great Question. Here’s what you get:

Access to properties, rates, and partnerships you won’t find online. Virtuoso & FORA relationships unlock preferred rates, amenities, and benefits.

Expertise: I know which hotels work. (no matter your reason)

Negotiations when sourcing: not just rates, but value—I know how to ensure we get the best outcome.

Coordination: For weddings, I manage room block and guest uptake, guest communications, logistics, and on-ground support. For honeymoons and groups, I handle the complex details (flights, transfers, activities, dining) so you arrive stress-free.

Support: 24/7 support is available on curated itineraries. Something goes wrong? Quick solutions. Online booking? You’re on your own.

Peace of Mind: You know everything is coordinated, confirmed, and taken care of. You can focus on celebrating, not stressing.

For straightforward bookings, you might find cost saving options online. For anything complex—a travel advisor pays for itself in peace of mind.

Yes. I can help with all of your flight needs. Most airlines release their flight schedules 299 days in advance. If your land bookings are made before flights are released, I will contact you as soon as they become available and finalize flights at the earliest possible date.

Booking websites are transactional—you enter dates, you see prices, you book. That’s it.

A travel advisor is relational. I listen to your vision, source options that match your values, negotiate on your behalf, coordinate all details, and support you before, during, and after your trip. I’m invested in your experience being amazing—because your happiness is how I build my reputation.

For simple bookings, websites work fine (if you find something better that is). For meaningful celebrations or complex trips, an advisor makes all the difference.

Your passport will need to be valid for at least six months from the date you return home. You’ll also need two blank pages for each of the countries you’ll be visiting. Please ensure you check visa, vaccination and travel insurance requirements for all locations in your itinerary. Travel insurance is always recommended. Check what is covered and what is not.

More time is always a good thing. Rates are often dynamic meaning they fluctuate (going up) as demand increases and properties reach capacity. This is especially true if you have a specific property in mind.

Timing depends on your destination. For popular destinations (Maldives, Bali, Greece in peak season), 6 months is ideal.

That said, the earlier you start, the more options you have and the better rates we can secure. Even if your honeymoon is soon, reach out—Last-minute deals are always available through my partnerships.

I handle the full journey—flights, transfers, accommodations, activities, dining reservations, spa bookings, everything. I’ll coordinate your entire honeymoon so you arrive with a detailed itinerary and nothing left to chance.

If you prefer to utilise flight miles and do your own flight bookings, this can also work.

We handle this through a master account. You (the organizer) set up the room block or accommodations under your name. I manage the rooming list (where required) and send guests their room assignments—they don’t pay directly; you cover the accommodation costs.

For activities, dining, and transfers, we can either bill them to your master account or set up individual charges, depending on what you prefer.

We set up a booking link where group members can book and pay for themselves. Packaged experiences can be arranged for groups of 2-25 in certain locations.

This method works best when you want flexibility—guests choose their own room types and can modify their stays without your involvement.

Ten hotel rooms, or 5-8 cruise cabins is generally the group classification.

12-18 months is ideal. This gives us time to source the perfect venue, secure your preferred dates, negotiate room blocks at better rates, and manage all logistics without rush fees. That said, 9-12 months works for most destinations, and sometimes even 6-9 months is possible depending on your destination.

Excellent question—and it’s why you need both.

A Wedding Planner designs your ceremony and reception—flowers, catering, timeline, décor, entertainment, photos, music. They make your wedding day beautiful.

A Travel Advisor (me) manages the guest experience from the moment they land until they leave—accommodations, room blocks, transfers, welcome experiences, group logistics, dining, activities. I ensure your guests are comfortable, coordinated, and celebrated.

Why you need both: A planner focusing only on the ceremony doesn’t ensure guests can easily access the venue from their hotel. I source venues with the guest experience in mind—location, hotel amenities, property layout, nearby activities. I ask: Where will guests stay? How far is the venue? How do they get there? What will they do the day before, day after?

This is why involving a travel advisor from the very beginning—not after you’ve booked a venue—ensures the entire picture works for your guests.

I contact the hotel directly with your guest count, dates, and room breakdown. I negotiate the best possible rate AND amenities—which may include complimentary suite for the couple, a welcome cocktail, late checkout, waived fees, a spa credit, or a room upgrade.

I also negotiate the contract terms: Is it a courtesy block (no financial obligation) usual for small blocks, or contracted block? What’s the cutoff date? What are cancellation penalties? What’s attrition (the penalty if you don’t fill all rooms contracted)?

You get full transparency on all terms before signing.

Absolutely. In fact, I prefer it. I handle accommodations, room blocks, guest logistics. They handle the event. Together, your guests have a seamless experience. I’ll coordinate with your planner on timeline, guest count, any special needs, and ensure everything flows smoothly.

For the room block, guests either self-book via a link (Passkey), use a discount code (they apply it when booking), or I manage a rooming list (I assign rooms and send assignments to guests).

I monitor room uptake, manage cancellations and modifications, communicate with you on this so that as your wedding approaches, reminders can be sent. I stay available for questions up until and through your celebration weekend.

It happens. Depending on the hotel’s cancellation policy, guests can cancel with certain notice. I manage these changes with the hotel, update your rooming list, and adjust logistics as needed. I also help you navigate any attrition implications so you understand your financial exposure.

Yes. We can find more affordable destinations, negotiate group rates, choose all-inclusive resorts (which simplify budgeting), or select properties with lower nightly rates but great amenities. My job is to maximize value—negotiate the best rate and best amenities so your guests get luxury without breaking the bank.