Technology has transformed the way we plan vacations. Today, you can search destinations, compare prices, and read thousands of reviews in just a few clicks. Those tools are incredibly helpful—but they can't get to know you.
The best vacations begin with a conversation.
I take the time to understand your travel style, your priorities, your budget, and what you hope to experience. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, planning a family adventure, or checking a dream destination off your bucket list, every recommendation is personalized with you in mind.
Technology helps organize information. Personal relationships create unforgettable vacations.
After more than 35 years in corporate America, I was ready for my next chapter—one that combined my love of travel, attention to detail, and passion for helping others create meaningful experiences. In 2015, I became a travel advisor, and I have never looked back.
What I discovered is that I genuinely enjoy the planning process. I love researching destinations, comparing options, coordinating all the moving pieces, and transforming a collection of reservations into one seamless vacation. Every itinerary is like solving a unique puzzle, thoughtfully designed around my clients’ interests, travel style, and budget.
Cruises remain one of my favorite ways to help clients explore the world. I also enjoy designing custom vacations that combine cruises with hotels, rail journeys, guided tours, shore excursions, transfers, and unique local experiences before or after the cruise.
I believe every traveler deserves more than a list of options. My role is to listen, ask the right questions, provide expert guidance, and thoughtfully recommend experiences that fit your goals.
There is nothing more rewarding than hearing from clients after they return home, sharing their stories and wonderful memories, and knowing I played a part in making their vacation everything they hoped it would be.
Planning your vacation should be enjoyable, not overwhelming. My role is to guide you through the process, provide expert recommendations, and make sure every detail comes together just the way you envision it.
We begin with a conversation. I want to learn about you—how you like to travel, what excites you, who's traveling with you, your budget, and the experiences that will make this vacation truly memorable.
From there, I'll research the options, compare recommendations, and present ideas that fit your travel style and goals. As we build your itinerary together, we'll review each recommendation, discuss pricing along the way, and make any changes needed until everything feels just right.
A personalized vacation is not created with the click of a button. Researching the possibilities, comparing options, confirming availability and pricing, and coordinating all the details takes time—especially for more complex itineraries involving multiple destinations, cruises, tours, rail travel, or transfers.
The amount of time needed will depend on the complexity of your vacation, but I will keep you informed as we move through the planning process. My goal is not to provide the fastest answer; it is to provide thoughtful recommendations and create a vacation that is carefully planned around you.
You'll always know what you're booking, what it costs, and why I'm recommending it. Nothing is reserved and your credit card is never charged until you've reviewed the itinerary, approved the pricing, and given me the go-ahead to make the reservations.
My goal is simple: when you leave for your vacation, I want you to feel excited, confident, and completely prepared—knowing every detail has been thoughtfully planned together.
Every vacation is unique, and so is the planning behind it. A personalized vacation isn't created with the click of a button. It takes time to research destinations, compare options, verify availability, review pricing, coordinate schedules, and ensure that all the pieces work together seamlessly.
The time required depends on the complexity of your itinerary. A weekend getaway may come together quickly, while a multi-country European vacation or cruise with pre- and post-stays naturally requires more planning. Throughout the process, I'll keep you informed of our progress and discuss recommendations with you every step of the way.
My goal isn't to provide the fastest answer—it's to provide the right one. I'd rather invest the time to create a vacation that's thoughtfully planned around you than rush to deliver an itinerary that misses the little details that can make all the difference.
Once every recommendation has been reviewed, every question answered, and every reservation approved, I bring all the pieces together into one beautifully organized itinerary.
Your flights, hotels, cruises, tours, transfers, rail journeys, confirmation numbers, maps, and important travel information are all organized in one easy-to-access place. Whether you prefer to print your itinerary, view it on your computer, or have it at your fingertips on your mobile device while you travel, everything you need is ready whenever you are. It's also easy to share with family members and traveling companions, so everyone stays informed.
My goal is for you to leave home feeling excited, organized, and confident—knowing every detail has been thoughtfully planned and that you can simply relax and enjoy the journey.
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Thousand Oaks, CA
+1-805-372-1907
info@glassartscollective.com
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