Curated Escapes: Expert Travel Planning with No Hidden Fees

At Curated Escapes, I believe that extraordinary travel experiences begin with exceptional planning. My services are designed to transform your travel dreams into meticulously crafted realities, regardless of your destination or travel style.

Drawing from my personal experiences across Europe, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, and beyond, I create journeys that balance iconic must-sees with hidden gems that rarely make the guidebooks. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, I'll handle every detail with the care and attention your journey deserves.

From our first conversation to your return home, my goal is simple: to provide you with a seamless, stress-free travel experience that exceeds your expectations. Browse my service options below to find the perfect fit for your next adventure.

Our Services - Zero Booking Fees, Maximum Value

How We Work: All our services are provided at NO COST to you. We partner directly with hotels, cruise lines, tour operators, and travel providers who compensate us through their commission programs. This means you get expert travel planning without paying additional fees beyond the actual cost of your trip.

Basic Booking Support

What you get: I'll handle all your travel bookings while you manage the rest.

  • Destination guidance and hotel/cruise selection

  • Hotel, cruise, flights, and any required travel reservation components (rental cars, airport transfers)

  • Pre-trip documentation and basic travel tips

Perfect for experienced travelers who want to take away the stress & time associated with booking, with expert guidance.

Example Trips:

  • Weekend getaway to Las Vegas with hotel and show tickets

  • 7-day Caribbean cruise with cabin selection assistance

  • Beach vacation to Cancun with resort booking and airport transfers

  • City break to New York with hotel and Broadway show tickets

  • Simple ski trip with lodging and lift tickets

Complete Vacation Planning

What you get: Full itinerary planning for a single destination.

  • Detailed day-by-day itinerary

  • Curated accommodation and dining recommendations

  • Activity and experience bookings

  • Ongoing support

Ideal for travelers who want a thoughtfully designed vacation experience with all details taken care of.

Example Trips:

  • 10-day cultural exploration of Rome with daily itinerary and skip-the-line attraction bookings

  • Week-long Maui vacation with balanced beach time and island excursions

  • 5-day foodie tour of New Orleans with restaurant reservations and cooking class

  • Barcelona city immersion with architectural tours and local experiences

  • Pre-cruise 4-day extension in Athens with historical site visits and local dining

Disney Vacation Specialists

What you get: Insider planning from a former Cast Member.

  • Resort selection and booking assistance

  • Park strategies and itinerary planning

  • Dining recommendations and booking guidance

  • Special experiences and add-on suggestions

  • No additional fees or charges

Perfect for both first-time Disney visitors and returning guests who want to maximize their magical experience with insider knowledge.

Example Trips:

  • Walt Disney World for first-timers with step-by-step guidance

  • Budget-conscious weekend getaway to Disneyland Paris

  • Disney Cruise Line Bahamian voyage with Castaway Cay day

  • Tokyo Disney Resort exploration with cultural sightseeing combination

  • Annual couple's celebration at Disneyland with Good Neighbor Hotel

  • Hong Kong Disneyland and Shanghai Disney Resort combination trip

Multi-Destination Journeys

What you get: Seamless coordination of complex trips visiting multiple places.

  • Expert planning across multiple locations including luxury safaris

  • All transportation and logistics arranged

  • Personalized recommendations for each destination

  • Regular support throughout your journey

Perfect for bucket-list adventures and travelers exploring multiple regions or countries in one trip.

Example Trips:

  • Luxury African safari experience combining Tanzania's Serengeti, Kenya's Masai Mara, and Victoria Falls with private game drives and exclusive lodge accommodations

  • Costa Rica adventure combining rainforest, volcano, and beach destinations

  • Island-hopping Greek vacation across Santorini, Mykonos, and Crete

  • Japan cultural journey from Tokyo to Kyoto with ryokan stays and private tea ceremonies

  • Multi-destination Italian adventure covering Venice, Florence, Tuscany countryside, and the Amalfi Coast

Group Travel Planning

What you get: Specialized coordination for traveling together.

  • Group accommodation with best available rates

  • Activities balancing group and individual preferences

  • Coordination of shared experiences and special events

  • Customized information for all travelers

  • Corporate group bookings with meeting spaces and team-building activities

Ideal for family reunions, celebrations, destination weddings, corporate events, and friend groups who want to travel together without the planning headaches.

Example Trips:

  • Extended family reunion in an all-inclusive resort with private events and group activities

  • Destination wedding in Mexico with guest accommodations and excursion coordination

  • Corporate retreat or conferences with team-building activities and meeting space arrangements

  • Multi-generational cruise vacation with coordinated shore excursions

  • Bachelorette weekend in Nashville with VIP nightlife access and group dining

Our No-Fee Promise

Unlike many travel agencies that charge planning fees or service charges, we never add costs to your vacation. Our partnerships with travel providers worldwide allow us to offer our expertise at no additional cost to you. The prices you pay go directly to the hotels, tours, and services you enjoy – not to us.

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Ready to transform your travel dreams into reality? I'd love to hear about where you want to go next.