I dedicated years of my life to becoming a Nurse Anesthetist, and while I continue to practice, my journey into the world of travel has a profound story behind it. My passion for travel and trip planning had always been present, but it truly ignited in 2019 when my stepdad, Phil, who had stage 4 terminal colon cancer, expressed a desire to spend his remaining time exploring the world with our family. Together we created a bucket list poster filled with our dream destinations. Our top choices were Dubai and the Maldives, but with COVID restrictions, travel became increasingly challenging due to paperwork, tests, and ever-changing policies.
That’s when I reached out to Anna, the founder of Upannaway. I was amazed at how effortless and elevated our trip became; it exceeded our expectations with thoughtful details at every turn. From that moment on, we knew we could never travel without a luxury travel advisor again.
As Phil's health declined, we decided to focus on our ultimate destination—Africa. Anna crafted a perfect dream itinerary, and everything was set. Tragically, Phil passed away just two months before the trip. Before he left us, he urged us to go, saying, "Darling, I'll be the rainbow over Victoria Falls." Anna made sure every aspect of our journey honored Phil's memory, and his presence was felt every step of the way.
It was during this experience that I realized my desire to bring the same joy and unforgettable experiences to others. Phil would have been so proud to see me take the leap into the travel industry. Nothing brings me greater happiness than receiving messages like, "This place is incredible! We just had the best day of our lives!" Life is fleeting, and we never know how much time we have, so let’s cherish this beautiful world and create lasting memories with our loved ones.
I dedicated years of my life to becoming a Nurse Anesthetist, and while I continue to practice, my journey into the world of travel has a profound story behind it. My passion for travel and trip planning had always been present, but it truly ignited in 2019 when my stepdad, Phil, who had stage 4 terminal colon cancer, expressed a desire to spend his remaining time exploring the world with our family. Together we created a bucket list poster filled with our dream destinations. Our top choices were Dubai and the Maldives, but with COVID restrictions, travel became increasingly challenging due to paperwork, tests, and ever-changing policies.
That’s when I reached out to Anna, the founder of Upannaway. I was amazed at how effortless and elevated our trip became; it exceeded our expectations with thoughtful details at every turn. From that moment on, we knew we could never travel without a luxury travel advisor again.
As Phil's health declined, we decided to focus on our ultimate destination—Africa. Anna crafted a perfect dream itinerary, and everything was set. Tragically, Phil passed away just two months before the trip. Before he left us, he urged us to go, saying, "Darling, I'll be the rainbow over Victoria Falls." Anna made sure every aspect of our journey honored Phil's memory, and his presence was felt every step of the way.
It was during this experience that I realized my desire to bring the same joy and unforgettable experiences to others. Phil would have been so proud to see me take the leap into the travel industry. Nothing brings me greater happiness than receiving messages like, "This place is incredible! We just had the best day of our lives!" Life is fleeting, and we never know how much time we have, so let’s cherish this beautiful world and create lasting memories with our loved ones.
I AM BASICALLY YOUR GO TO TRAVEL GAL
I AM BASICALLY YOUR GO TO TRAVEL GAL
Allow me to introduce myself
Allow me to introduce myself
THE TWO QUESTIONS I GET ASKED OFTEN:
What is the planning fee for?
What is your ideal client?
I charge a planning fee because it reflects the comprehensive design process that goes into creating a trip perfectly tailored to you. Every itinerary I create is bespoke—designed around your preferences, from your favorite activities and dining needs to your dream experiences, no matter how unique or adventurous. This fee covers not just the countless hours spent researching, planning, and refining your trip, but also the deep relationships I’ve cultivated with local partners across the globe. The planning fee is a small investment upfront that guarantees you’ll get the absolute best experience and value for your travel budget.
I charge a planning fee because it reflects the comprehensive design process that goes into creating a trip perfectly tailored to you. Every itinerary I create is bespoke—designed around your preferences, from your favorite activities and dining needs to your dream experiences, no matter how unique or adventurous. This fee covers not just the countless hours spent researching, planning, and refining your trip, but also the deep relationships I’ve cultivated with local partners across the globe. The planning fee is a small investment upfront that guarantees you’ll get the absolute best experience and value for your travel budget.
What is the planning fee for?
What is your ideal client?
My ideal client is someone who values the experience of travel and trusts me to curate something special for them, no matter their background or travel history. Whether you’re a seasoned globetrotter or someone who’s never left home, I love working with people from every corner of life. Every traveler brings a fresh perspective, and I find joy in guiding them through milestones, big or small. Some of my all-time favorite trips to plan is when a client says “We don’t know where to go—what would you recommend with X budget and these dates?” That level of trust and openness allows me to create something magical and tailor-made. The best trips often come from this collaborative trust, where we can craft something extraordinary together.
My ideal client is someone who values the experience of travel and trusts me to curate something special for them, no matter their background or travel history. Whether you’re a seasoned globetrotter or someone who’s never left home, I love working with people from every corner of life. Every traveler brings a fresh perspective, and I find joy in guiding them through milestones, big or small. Some of my all-time favorite trips to plan is when a client says “We don’t know where to go—what would you recommend with X budget and these dates?” That level of trust and openness allows me to create something magical and tailor-made. The best trips often come from this collaborative trust, where we can craft something extraordinary together.
