Vacations don’t come around that often. Especially vacations to dream destinations. Life is too short to leave your trip of a lifetime to chance. Why not let someone who specializes in travel to Italy and France, with first -hand knowledge, personal experience, a network of trusted local contacts and a deep seeded passion for the European culture and lifestyle, plan a custom trip designed with only you in mind. My thirst for knowledge, adventurous spirit and desire to delve deeply into the places I enjoy spending time, have led me to do the extensive research, leaving you with the time and energy to savour every moment of your journey.
I offer custom itineraries for the independent traveler, who doesn’t want to be restricted by overcrowded group tours and who seeks something more personalized than guidebook itineraries. Whether you are traveling solo, with your significant other for a romantic vacation, or perhaps planning a girlfriend getaway, I will work with you to plan a unique experience, based on your goals, interests, budget and travel style.
Custom Itineraries include hotel accommodation, transportation, restaurant suggestions and reservations and museum recommendations. Additions like wine tastings, flea market tours, cooking classes, market visits, and private tour guides can also be arranged. Prior to your departure, you will receive your detailed itinerary, confirmations, any tickets purchased in advance, maps, and a portable, country specific ‘How-to Guide’ which will provide you with plenty of travel tips, helpful foreign language travel phrases, cultural and practical information and insider secrets designed to make your stay smooth and enjoyable.
The cost of your custom itinerary will be based on several factors- numbers of travelers, length of stay, destinations and the variety of unique itinerary items you desire. And because I am passionate about making your experience a memorable one and take your vacation personally, during your stay, I’ll be just a phone call or email away.
My goal is to have you experience the destination like a local and fall deeply in love with France and Italy while creating wonderful memories that will last a lifetime. Or at least until the next time you visit!
Ready to make that dream trip a reality? Contact me via the contact form on this site or by phone at (845) 797-6897 so that I can have a better idea of your needs.
* Mélange recommends that you purchase travel insurance and accepts no liability for any losses, injuries or damage incurred while following an itinerary, recommendation, excursion or tour.
