Personal Travel Planning
Are you wanting to plan an amazing trip, but just lack the time to research? I can help! My love for travel has translated to countless trips and numerous countries around the world! With extensive experience in researching and planning trips, I can assist you in carving out a dream trip!
What Exactly is Personal Travel Planning?
I’m not a travel agent and will not do any of the bookings for you, but I will provide you with link options, advice and ideas.
Is this something you can do? Of course! And if you are wanting basic, general guidance, I have a free e-book for you! However, if you don’t have the time or just prefer some help and insight, then keep reading to see if I can be of assistance.
Why Use Me as a Personal Travel Planner?
I was born in Barbados and raised in Florida, so I suppose the United States was my first international destination. I’ve traveled this country by plane and car visiting cities, beaches and national parks. While I haven’t hit all fifty states yet, I have hit Hawaii, California, Utah and Montana as some of the most beautiful states I’ve seen! I’ve also explored a lot of Florida, where I live.
Internationally, I’ve hit a lot of places! While I still have so much more to see, I’ve visited five of the seven continents, and yes, I plan to visit Antarctica one day!
I have planned trips lasting months or shorter trips over long weekends, though most of my trips have been ten days to two weeks. I’ve crossed both Atlantic and Pacific Oceans numerous times and planned solo trips for myself or trips with one or two friends who have accompanied me.
When I plan my trips, I consider budget and time. Budget because saving money means I can travel again much sooner. Time, because it’s important to be efficient and smart with the time allotted for the trip. This usually means editing your trip so you’re not trying to do too much! I know it’s hard, but it’s important.
What If I Haven’t Been There?
If you want to visit somewhere I haven’t been, I can still help. In order to plan any trip, research is required as things can change, so it’s best to have up to date information. Of course, there is a chance I may not be a good fit, but the first questionnaire is short and quick on purpose to see if it’s worth moving forward without investing much time. Essentially, if we decide to work together, I save you time by researching for you and helping you plan your trip.
I decided not to list all the places I’ve been as it was feeling obnoxious and as I said above, research is always required. Additionally, budgets will be different from person to person as well as interests! My job will be to help you and relieve some of the stress and time consuming aspects of planning a trip.
Who Is This Not For?
You Want Every Second Planned
This is not for anyone looking for every moment to be planned out. If that is you, then you probably aren’t looking for help, but we wouldn’t be a good match. I think, when it comes to travel, having a loose plan is better. Things are rarely perfect. Cancellations happen. Bad weather happens. It’s better to hold your plan loosely and adjust as you go, than to have every second planned perfectly. In my opinion at least.
You Have Unrealistic Expectations
Even with a more go with the flow vibe, disappointment can happen. Tours or destinations don’t always live up to the hype or expectations we carry. That’s a part of travel. The discovery process is exploring and understanding that not every destination will be your favorite. If you aren’t accounting for this, we might not be a good fit.
You Want An All-Inclusive Vacation
If you want an all-inclusive experience whether a cruise or resort, you don’t need me. Where I come in is helping plan travel, not vacations. There is nothing wrong with vacations, but if you want all inclusive, then you really don’t need my help.
How Do I Move Forward with Personal Travel Planning?
If you are interested in working with me, start by filling out the Questionnaire. The first one is basic and it’s just to give a starting point and will help me to know if I’m a good fit to help you.
I will contact you and if we are to continue, we will set up a call. The call is where we can iron out what you need, your expectations and if we move forward from here, I will begin researching based on the information gathered. A link to make the payment will be sent and once the funds have been received, I will send you all the information and links we discussed. You will take care of all bookings so that all communication goes directly to you. The last step is you enjoy your trip!
Trip Outline | Flights & Hotels
Maybe you enjoy sorting out what you want to see and do, but you hate figuring out timing, flights and hotels. You don’t like trying to find good flight deals, schedules or figuring out where to stay and for how long.
Who is this option for?
- Want help planning the outline of the trip, but want to color it in yourself.
- You don’t know the best time to visit your destination(s) of choice
- You are not sure how to divide your trip within your destination(s)
- You just feel stuck with sorting out the basics and outline
What you get:
- Flight(s) research assistance
- Help deciding on amount of time per area
- Transportation research
- Three Accommodation Options per area
- 30 Minute Call for One to Two Destinations
- 60 Minute Call for Two to Four Destinations
Flights and Hotel Research
One Week and One Destination | $50
One to Two Weeks and Two Destinations | $100
Ten Days to Two Weeks and Three Destinations | $150
Ten Days to Three Weeks and Four Destinations | $200
Research Assistance with Flights Only
One Week and One Destination | $25
One to Two Weeks and Two Destinations | $50
Ten Days to Two Weeks and Three Destinations | $75
Ten Days to Three Weeks and Four Destinations | $100
Assistance with Accommodations Only
One Week and One Destination | $30
One to Two Weeks and Two Destinations | $60
Ten Days to Two Weeks and Three Destinations | $90
Ten Days to Three Weeks and Four Destinations | $120
Destination Ideas & Tours | Day to Day
May you have no issues sorting out flights and hotels, but want assistance with what to do day to day at your destination. I can help research, come up with ideas and things to do while you’re there based on your interests.
Who is this option for?
- Want help coloring in the details of your trip with what to see and do
- You don’t have time or you don’t enjoy trying to decide what to do with each day
- Want help sorting out which tours to pre-book
- There are some things you want to do on your own but you want help figuring out how to do them
What you get:
- Destination Research
- Links to excursions based on your interests
- Google maps saved places list
- Ideas to see and do per day
- 30 minute call for one to two destinations
- 60 minute call for three to four destinations
Sights, Ideas, & Tour Suggestions
Three Days for One Destination | $30
Four to Seven Days for One Destination | $50
Seven to Ten Days and Two Destinations | $100
Ten Days to Three Weeks and Three Destinations | $150
Ten Days to Three Weeks and Four Destinations | $200
How Does Personal Travel Planning Work?
If you are interested in me helping you plan a dream trip, here are the steps.
- Complete and submit the Personal Travel Planning Interest Form
- I will review and follow up with you.
- If we decide to move forward, we will set up a call. We will discuss the trip and how you like to travel and what I will be working on for you.
- I will send you a paypal link for the payment.
- Once payment is received, I will get you the information and links based on the preferences we discussed.
- You will take care of completing any and all bookings. (This way all communication goes directly to you.)
- You enjoy your trip!
FAQ
Are you able to work within a budget?
Of course! When discussing the trip, we will discuss your budget and expectations. While I can work with a budget, I will want to ensure you have realistic expectations for your destination and budget.
What is considered a destination in terms of pricing?
If you book two hotels in two different areas, that is considered two destinations. Let’s say you go to France and you spend some time in Paris and some time in the French Riviera. Each destination requires separate research.
May I combine both options for help with the entire trip?
Yes! You can indicate you are interested in both when you complete the interest form.
What if I've booked some apsects of my trip already?
It’s not a problem if some of your trip is booked. We will work together where you want help.
