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At Custom Travel Network, we craft custom journeys for discerning travelers to Europe and many other corners of the globe. With our first-hand knowledge and local connections, we can orchestrate almost any adventure with style and expertise. We do not just provide information, but deliver tailored consulting focused around your needs.

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Ham Yard Hotel – London, UK

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Poros Island – Greece

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What Our Clients Say

Custom Travel Network is the definition of knowledge, professionalism and integrity. Their attention to detail is incredible, their expertise is impressive, and their ability to design itineraries that create experiences of a lifetime is amazing. If you want the best, turn to Custom Travel Network and your clients will think you are a Rock Star!”

D.G., Luxury Travel Consultant, Los Angeles, CA

Our Eastern Europe journey deserves a 5-star rating, really a perfectly planned trip. Our pre-planned tour which your company set up for our group was fantastic. Knowing you were keeping track of us en-route meant a lot. Thank you for the time and effort you put into making sure as you have on all our adventures. Private tours are the way to go!”

L.S., Austin, TX

All was superb, wonderful beyond belief, two of the best weeks I have ever had while overseas. I will be recommending your company to anyone who is considering going overseas “forget the rest go with the best.””

M.M., Australia

Custom Travel Network has done many trips for my clients, all are returning again and again, with rave reviews like I have never received. I trust and admire this company and their dedicated team of travel professionals more than I can fully express, and recommend them with kudos galore.”

P.M., Leisure Travel Consultant, Cincinnati, OH

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The Destination Designer

Discover the art of custom travel, why custom travel, destination scouting.

All destinations have been personally scouted to ensure that we are booking you the best possible experience. You no longer have to waste hours sifting through online review sites, often containing unreliable and sponsored information.

Insider Knowledge

Our focus is placed on building relationships with local experts and guides to provide you with a personalized and authentic travel itinerary . Think chef-led culinary experiences, private sommeliers, archaeologist-guided excursions, and exclusive boat charters.

Your Needs First

Unlike traditional travel agents, The Destination Designer prioritizes transparency and guarantees the best available rates . Travel confidently with 24-hour concierge support . Our focus is always on your specific travel preferences, budget, and safety.

Exclusive Amenities

Through our preferred partnerships , gain access to upgrades when available, welcome amenities, daily breakfast, flexible check-in and check-out times upon request, and preferred pricing on excursions, guides, transportation, and experiences.

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How it works.

We prioritize your travel style, needs, and budget in order to customize your perfect getaway.

Schedule a Free Consult

Schedule a call to discuss custom travel planning, specific to your preferences and expectations., travel curation, review your curated travel plans with your advisor to create your trip of a lifetime., travel with confidence, travel with confidence and enjoy the moment knowing your personalized travel arrangements are taken care of..

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INSTAVENTURE

For an Instagram-worthy Instant Adventure

WHAT'S AN INSTAVENTURE?

INSTAVENTURE is your personal Trip Designer!

We research, plan, and organize your trip so you don't have to!

Do you want to plan a vacation but have no idea where to start?

Do you want to travel the world, but don't know how to find the best places to stay, the best areas to visit and the most awesome activities to do?

Are you tired of researching and sifting through the overwhelming amount of choices, or asking your friends on social media for their recommendations?

We're here to do it all for you! 

We offer personalized travel itineraries, customized to you and your travel companions, so no two travel experiences are alike! We'll tell you where to stay and map out a day-by-day (or hour-by-hour!) itinerary for you to follow for maximum fun! No need to plan anything, it's all taken care of, so you can just use your vacation to relax!

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How INSTAVENTURE WORKS

Take the INSTAVENTURE Quiz to share your preferences!

Whether you like sports or spas, parties or parks, walking or biking, we want to get to know you.

A private pool in the jungle? A kitchen in the city-center? A balcony overlooking the ocean?

We've got you covered!

We'll contact you for your free consultation to lock down all the details!

Sit back and relax while we get to work!

We'll present you with your finished itinerary including transportation, accommodations, activities, restaurants, and a map.

You complete your planning by booking directly with each venue, with direct links clearly highlighted in your itinerary. 

This gives you the freedom to change your activity times as you wish, and keeps you in charge of exactly how much you spend! Because we do not offer inflated travel packages, we are able to find you the lowest cost for each booking.

A simple few clicks of your own helps you to SAVE LOTS OF MONEY! 

SAMPLE ITINERARIES

Curious what a travel itinerary looks like? Explore below to see what your next trip could include! (These are actual previous client itineraries!)

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Porto & Lisbon, Portugal

Adventure Plan

Lagos, Nigeria

Leisure Plan

Options to fit your lifestyle and budget

There are three options:

The Leisure Plan

The Adventure Plan

The Relax Plan

LEISURE PLAN

Adventure plan.

-Flight choice

-Accommodation choice

-List of each activity/meal chosen based on your interests

-Applicable hours

-Official link for more information and to make a direct booking

First 3 Days Included

Each Additional Day 

The benefit of this option is that it allows you to move at your own pace and set your own schedule with no need to worry about running out of things to do. You can mix and match activities on the fly to have a more relaxed-paced vacation.

The benefit of this option is peace of mind and enhanced safety- no worrying about getting lost. You don't need to think about anything. Simply follow the itinerary and you are on your way! 

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All Benefits of Leisure Plan

-Mapped/arranged/scheduled

-Internal travel accommodations

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-Resort choice

-Transportation

-Official links to make a direct booking  ​

One Flat Planning Fee

Since resorts offer plenty of all-inclusive food and activities, this choice includes just the basics of helping you to plan a relaxing vacation at one affordable flat fee.

*Special Deal: 14+ Days start at 525*

(Less Than Two Weeks)

*Prices do not include 8.88% tax and 3.3% + .60¢ processing fee

Pre-made guides

We have partnered with the new Thatch App to bring you highly-curated pre-made itinerary guides to your favorite cities!

With all the care of our custom itineraries, we're launching affordable guides to many cities around the world. You'll get a day-by-day schedule, arranged by neighborhood to make the most out of your trip.

Each guide contains:

-Multiple choices of places to stay for every taste and budget

-3 restaurant suggestions per day

--All the important details like opening hours, prices, etc.

-Helpful tips for getting around, culture, money, and other things to know. 

-A n interactive map in the app so you'll never get lost

Our first city launch is...

New York City

New York City, NY

Pre-Made Guide

Which city should we launch next? Let us know your suggestions in the contact box below!

DO I NEED TO BE A MILLIONAIRE?!

No way! We believe travel is for everyone! Give us your budget and we will create an itinerary that works for you! Personalized itineraries include all price information so you can see exactly what everything costs and how it adds up for you to stay within your budget. We can include plenty of free activities for you to see your chosen location without racking up the cost! And we have three product options so you can choose how much you want to spend on planning!

CAN'T I DO THIS MYSELF?

You sure can! Many people poll their friends on social media for recommendations that end up being too vague or uninteresting. Then there's the hours upon hours you might spend slogging through travel websites that list the same generic activities, and thousands of hotel listings that start to make your eyes cross! Then there's the hassle of making sure everything is actually feasible to get to within a day and how you're going to get there. We also  make sure to research and include local events and festivals that are happening during your trip dates, so no two vacations look the same!  We are here to create a vacation that you will love without the stress that comes with it! You get your time back and you get to enjoy!

WHY DO I NEED TO BOOK THINGS MYSELF?

The short answer is: TO SAVE YOU MONEY! The long answer is: Because we are not a travel agency, we provide consultation only. We do not provide packages that overcharge you for things you don't want or need. You pay only for the activities you choose to book, and we provide the direct link so that all you have to do is click, enter your information, and you're done! This keeps your financial information safer, and keeps you in control of your trip!

WHEN SHOULD I FIRST CONTACT YOU ABOUT MY TRIP?

Ideally, you should get in touch 4-12 weeks before your trip. Any sooner than that and we can't find the latest happenings to add to your itinerary, ie. festivals and culture days, because city event calendars haven't been published yet. Because we work one-on-one, we take great care to make the best itineraries for you with amazing detail, so itineraries generally take 2-4 weeks to create. If your vacation will be happening sooner than that (who doesn't love spontaneous trips?!), let us know so we can work together to get it to you faster.

WHAT IF I DON'T LIKE MY ITINERARY? CAN I GET A REFUND?

We believe communication is key! If the activities we chose are not to your liking, no problem! You'll get one free edit. Just let us know the activities you don't want, and what else you're looking for. We'll work one-on-one with you to find a great replacement! No refunds are given.

WHAT IF THERE ARE UNEXPECTED ITINERARY CHANGES OR CANCELLATIONS?

We are not responsible for any changes in schedule, whether one of your party becomes ill/injured or if any venue on the itinerary cancels or changes its hours. If a venue cancels after purchasing tickets, making reservations, etc, please get in contact with the venue itself for refunds. (We would be happy to help point you in the right direction.) Additionally, you may want to purchase trip insurance. We have partnered with World Nomads  to offer you travel insurance. Click here for more information.

SATISFIED CUSTOMERS

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"Do yourself a favor and hire Kris to plan any and all of your trips! Kris planned a 3 month overseas trip for my husband and I. I cannot even put into words how amazing she did! She provided us with a detailed itinerary with EVERYTHING we needed. Our itinerary was divided up into each city we visited, with an itinerary for each day, transportation methods, recommendations, budget and more. Kris's PDF file itinerary was very user friendly and so easy to just click the link and book. Our trip would not have happened if she didn't help plan everything out. We truly cannot thank her enough for providing us such a wonderful itinerary! We enjoyed every part of our trip thanks to her! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND USING HER!"

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Custom Travel

Based in Calgary, Alberta and Mesa, Arizona and operating globally, Custom Travel Solutions Inc. is an industry leading boutique travel services company who provides customized solutions for the needs of businesses of all sizes.

Our Mission

To be a customer service company that utilizes technology to simplify and streamline the business of global travel for our customers and ourselves.

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Beth Gardner

President & CEO

Founded in 1995, Custom Travel Solutions Inc. is an industry-leading and a financially stable Travel Management company which is locally owned and operated by Beth Gardner, President & CEO. As an organization, Custom Travel Solutions recognizes that our business revenue and sustainability are only the overall result of our genuine passion to truly exceed both the expectation of our clients and our staff by consistently thinking “outside the box”.  Beth began her travel career in Tuktoyaktuk with a large Oil & Gas company. She was the first travel agent outside of the airlines able to book flights directly with the airlines.  She managed weekly crew change check-in for the company’s 737 along with booking FLIFO for all crew change personnel.  Thus her passion for Logistics continues to this day.

~TOP 100 Female Entrepreneurs in Canada by Chatelaine / PROFIT’s Magazine

~Awarded as one of the only 20 business entrepreneurs by Calgary Visionary Leaders-Awarded by Business in Calgary Magazine

~Nominated by the Royal Bank of Canada for “Women of Influence Award” where Beth was listed in the top 200 finalists in Canada

~Chosen by “Bristol’s Who’s Who” and “Worldwide Who’s Who” as one of the top 5 Female CEO Entrepreneurs Globally in Travel industry

~Honoured with a “Lifetime Achievement Award” and “Female Entrepreneur of the Year” by the International Association of Top Professionals

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Sylvia Kerr

Manager, Projects & Implementations

Sylvia has been in the Travel Industry for over 20 years.  Having started in the industry as a travel consultant, she has applied her knowledge and experience to manage a corporate travel program for a large Canadian retailer, provide front line support as a TMC Operations Manager and assist clients with their travel programs as an Account Manager.  Sylvia’s current role utilizes this combined experience for client and technology implementations.

Valerie Anderson

Valerie Anderson

Manager, Training & Operations

Valerie brings over 30 years experience in the travel industry to her role as Training Manager at Custom Travel Solutions. She began with an adventure focus before moving to Corporate travel where she focused on training, travel related systems, overall company efficiency systems and processes. She is responsible for all aspects of training the Custom Travel Team, and is part of the implementation team who works to onboard new accounts. Her extensive Sabre knowledge including integration with the online booking tool and back office systems make her a key resource to clients and colleagues alike.

Brenda Damstrom

Brenda Damstrom

Manager, Custom I-Book

Brenda is the first certified Concur Specialist in North America which shows her love and dedication to the Online Booking Tool landscape.  Brenda is also well versed in all things Zeno, including site build specialist and support desk for WCB. She has been in the industry over 20 years with 12 of those years with CTS.

Bridget Wills

Director, Projects and Implementations

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Rayelene Andersen

Rayelene Andersen

Account Manager

Rayelene has over 25 years of diversified experience in Customer Service, Account Management, Supply Chain and Operations in the Airline and Aerospace industry. As a passionate Customer Service Ambassador, she offers leadership that connects clients with ideas and innovative practices that meets and exceeds expectations. Rayelene excels in the art of building and enduring client relationships.  Her expertise in managing corporate data and client information ensures she continuously seeks opportunities to help companies manage their Corporate travel programs.

Farra Farrauto

Farra Farrauto

Farra brings with her over 20 years of hotel management and customer service experience, primarily working in Sales & Marketing and Revenue Management. Her vast travel and hospitality knowledge allows her to understand the unique needs of clients and all aspects of their corporate travel programs. Farra is a known relationship builder with strong attention to detail. She prides herself on customer service excellence and understanding client expectations in order to achieve corporate objectives.

Code of Conduct

  • We believe our strength is our people.
  • We believe in making Custom Travel Solutions a fun and interesting place to work, which in turn produces better results for our customers.
  • We have a multi-ethnic and bilingual work force in locations across Canada, which enables us to provide ‘follow the sun’ coverage.
  • We have a dynamic mix of consultants who provide customers the benefit of many years of travel experience and the ability to pair consultants with companies based on their culture and needs.
  • We always conduct ourselves honestly and honorably and expect our clients and suppliers to do the same.
  • We conduct all of our activities professionally and with integrity. We take great care to be completely objective in our judgment and any recommendations that we give, so that issues are never influenced by anything other than the best and proper interests of our clients.
  • We are respectful of others always. We strive to be fair and objective in our advice and actions, and we are never influenced in our decisions, actions or recommendations by issues of gender, race, creed, colour, age, sexual orientation or personal disability.
  • We are committed to maintaining the highest degree of integrity in all our dealings with potential, current and past clients, both in terms of normal commercial confidentiality, and the protection of all personal information received in the course of providing the business services concerned.
  • We maintain the quality of what we do through constant ongoing review with our clients, of all aims, activities, and outcomes. We encourage regular review meetings where clients are welcome to provide feedback to us on how our service is, or is not, meeting their business needs.
  • We retain the moral rights in, and ownership of, all intellectual property that we create. In return we respect the moral and intellectual copyright vested in our clients’ intellectual property.

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Fuel your soul. One step at a time.

We believe that travel—and in particular connecting with other people and cultures when you travel—fuels your soul in a way that very few things do. So, through our relationships with well-connected local guides, we introduce you to the most memorable experiences and interesting people—artisans, winemakers, hoteliers, chefs, naturalists, and more. And, with this extended family, we handcraft Cultural Walking Adventures that empower you to see the world, on foot and at eye level. Want to join us?

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Immerse and connect you across cultures as you explore on foot.

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Mean deeper, richer experiences while making friends along the way.

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Exceptional Local Guides

Bring authentic experiences to life.

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Where luxury and local mean you feel at home.

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We take strides to preserve cultures, traditions, and nature.

Why We Walk

Explore the world on foot at eye level as you walk part of each morning and afternoon with your truly local, expert guides on the most cinematic footpaths in a region. With our long-term local friendships, we know our regions more personally than anyone else. So, you get thoughtfully handcrafted itineraries whose walks are about so much more than just counting miles. They lead to memorable moments that immerse you in the history, the culture, and most importantly the people of the places you’re exploring.

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Discover the World with our Personalized Travel Itineraries at your Fingertips!

Roteiro personalizado, welcome to your gateway to unforgettable adventures, imagine exploring stunning destinations without the stress of planning with our customized travel itineraries, we'll turn your aspirations into reality. for just $49, unlock the key to extraordinary trips, saving time and ensuring memorable moments., why hire our customized itinerary.

Personalized Travel Itineraries

Exclusive Customization

Each itinerary is crafted based on your total available budget, your preferences, and unique interests..

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Total Flexibility

Adapt your itinerary as you wish. our itineraries offer suggestions, but the freedom of choice will always be yours..

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Save Time and Energy

Forget about endless hours of internet research. our ready-made itineraries will save your precious time..

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Our itineraries are meticulously crafted, gathering the best locations, activities, and travel tips for an exceptional journey..

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Professional Expertise

Count on the expertise of travel specialists to create tailor-made itineraries, optimized to maximize your experience..

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Ongoing Support

We'll be here to assist you at every stage of your journey. count on us to address any questions whenever you need., follow the step-by-step guide and have the best experience, the first step of your adventure. make the secure payment of $49 through our website. this amount will ensure the creation of your personalized itinerary., after payment, you will fill out an online form with key information about your trip, total budget, preferences, and interests., once we receive your completed form, we will begin the process of creating your customized itinerary. this process will take up to 7 business days., once the itinerary is ready, you will receive the complete document in pdf format directly to your email. now, just pack your bags and embark on the adventure, $49 is a small investment for great experiences, who are we, we are a group of travel enthusiasts passionate about exploring the world and sharing authentic experiences with people like you. we understand the pains and challenges of travel planning, from endless hours of research to the uncertainty of finding the best destinations and activities. that's why we decided to simplify the process. we believe that each journey is a unique adventure, and it's our mission to provide you with a memorable travel experience, from the moment you start dreaming until you return home. with our personalized travel itineraries, you receive carefully crafted plans tailored to your preferences and unique interests. our travel experts work tirelessly to gather the best destinations, activities, and tips to ensure that your adventure is perfect in every way. join us and let us help you discover new horizons, create unforgettable memories, and enrich your life through the wonders of the world. your next great adventure starts here.

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Bringing transparency: discover the impact of our journey, years of experience, perzonalized travel itineraries, registered clients, see the testimonials from those who have already hired our service, come and enjoy unforgettable travels with us, discover the world and create memories that will last a lifetime with our team passionate about travel. here, we believe that every journey is an opportunity to explore, learn, and marvel at the wonders of our planet..

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Frequently Asked Questions

Personalized itineraries are crafted specifically for you, taking into account your preferences, interests, and constraints. This ensures a unique and authentic travel experience.

Our Personalized Travel Itineraries are made for any destination on the planet.

The personalized itinerary service has a fixed price of $49 for 01 Destination of your choice. This price includes the creation of a 100% customized itinerary according to the information we receive from you.

With a personalized itinerary, you save time and energy, ensuring a travel experience tailored to your specific preferences and interests.

After purchase, you will fill out a detailed form with your travel preferences, total available budget, number of people, interests, and specific requirements. Based on this information, our team of travel experts will create a personalized itinerary exclusively for you.

After filling out the form, our team works to create the itinerary within 7 business days. Once it’s ready, you’ll receive the complete itinerary in PDF format to the email address you provided during the online order.

Yes, you can request adjustments to the itinerary within a specified timeframe after receiving it. We’re here to ensure that your itinerary meets your travel expectations and needs.

Yes, the personalized itinerary can include recommendations for accommodation, restaurants, activities, and tourist attractions based on your preferences and budget.

Yes, you can indicate the tourist attractions that are of interest to you. Our goal is to create an itinerary that meets your travel expectations and desires.

Yes, our personalized itinerary service is ideal for individual, couple, family, or group travel. We tailor the itinerary to your needs and desired travel style.

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A personal, travel planner & host agency   

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 Have Jess create your personal travel plan! 

Let jess take away the stress.

"My name is Jess and I love to travel. I'm a certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by trade, mother of two, and a natural organizer. Years ago, I started booking custom travel experiences for my friends and family, and decided to turn my passion into a business. Soon, anyone got to #travellikejess with me as their personal travel planner . 

Today, Jess.Travel isn't just about one person—it's a movement. We’re here to bring together your "happy moments" in new and exciting places, creating seamless, personal travel itineraries that guide your every step. Your time is precious, and our mission is to ensure you spend it experiencing the world, not worrying about the details.

So, let us handle all the planning and logistics. Whether you’re craving a beach escape, a wild city adventure, or something totally off the beaten path, we’ve got you covered."

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The crew you can trust

What is a personal travel planner Jess_e

It's easier to explain what Jess and the fam is Not. 

We're not an app, an AI, meteorologists, geopolitical experts, salespeople, hoteliers, tour operators, insurance adjusters, judges or jury.

We don't know when the volcano will blow. We don't know if they'll steal your purse. We don't know why it smells like that.  And we definitely aren't traditional travel agents.

Jess is a distinctly human itinerary master, researcher, planner, booker, thinker, consultant, organizer, fearless world traveler, eater, drinker, preparer, creator of memories,  and doer for people who hate this stuff.

Relax. Let me overthink this for you. 

Jess is your custom travel planner

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Jess-planned, jess perfect, #no_kickbacks_needed, unlike oldschool travel agencies, my only loyalty is to you and your family.  no kickbacks or partnerships required here, just a desire to make sure you have a killer time, where-ever you want to go.  you'll stay in a place that fits your needs, do activities hand picked for you, and eat what makes you happy.  every detail will contribute to your private, custom travel experience. , #jess_says_relax, you work hard and deserve a stress-free vacation.  don't find yourself at a closed museum, spending time zig-zagging across town between activities, or wasting time researching on the go.  have jess  take care of your custom travel plan so that your vacation is seamless. , #may_the_jess_be_with_you,   your custom travel itinerary is always available via an app or pdf in your pocket, whether you have service or not. don't stress, i'll handle all the details. just enjoy..

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It's all part of the adventure

I said yes to jess what's next, 1. interview, 2. research.

I figure out what makes the perfect trip for you and your entourage.

I'll put together a custom travel plan keeping everyone in mind.

This is where you give the thumbs up and get excited. 

Just show up with your personal travel itinerary on your phone.

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You may think it costs money to hire a personal travel advisor, but in actuality it's a huge savings. My custom travel itineraries are made with no middle men . The same trip booked as a package directly with a tour company or through a traditional travel agent could literally be thousands of dollars more.

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There’s no better way to bring your travel imaginings to life—even stretch them beyond what you thought possible—than with GeoEx Custom Trips. This is our specialty. For 40 years, we’ve choreographed Custom Trips—anything from highly personalized, multi-day jaunts to multi-month, globe-spanning expeditions.

Our staff of custom travel pros routinely pulls off difficult travel logistics, knitting together trips of all kinds, for all kinds of folks, to just about any place in the world. We’re honored to have extraordinary client loyalty and satisfaction, as well as accolades from magazines like Condé Nast Traveler , Travel + Leisure , and Outside for our expertise in crafting personalized trips.

Not sure where to begin? Only know your time frame? Or that you want a trip planned around a certain interest? Both are excellent starting points. You can also browse GeoEx itineraries for any destination on this website—they all are completely customizable. We’ll work hand-in-hand with you to figure out every detail and handcraft your once-in-a-lifetime journey.

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For their 25th wedding anniversary, a dynamic New York duo zigzagged across India on a voyage as diverse as the country. Their 25-day itinerary, devised by our subcontinent specialists, kicked off in the north with a close look at Agra and the Taj Mahal, a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, and walks through Delhi and Jaipur with guides from nonprofits.

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A high-spirited couple in search of an extraordinary inaugural visit to Africa worked with one of Africa aficionados to devise a unique, nearly three-week safari—all points seamlessly connected by private charter plane, flown by a talented pilot-guide. From Kenya and Tanzania to Rwanda and Mozambique, the pair witnessed the Great Migration in the Serengeti.

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Incredibly Intricate: A Bhutan Engagement

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This remarkable nine-day excursion, choreographed by GeoEx Premier Access travel wizard Kate Doty, whisked one particularly well-situated traveler from Bhutan’s natural and cultural wonders to meetings with Bhutanese dignitaries. This Buddhism buff and diplomat-at-heart leapt across the country by private helicopter, reveling in wildlife sanctuaries, powerful dzong , tucked-away villages, and the country’s two oldest temples.

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This family of four dispels the myth that having kids means ditching your travel dreams. Their most recent GeoEx adventure (they have had many) took them to Peru, where they delved deeply—and unusually—into the country’s culture and wildlife. They rafted the Urubamba River and hiked to sites and isolated Andean villages. They met local weavers, checked out artisan guilds, perused bustling markets, and explored less-visited Inca ruins.

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Planning your journey begins with a call.

You'll speak with one of our regional experts, ideally 6–12 months before your anticipated departure, though we often can manage with a shorter lead time. First, we’ll discuss your needs and expectations, then provide an approximate per-person per-day cost for the journey.

Questions to Consider

How many people are you traveling with? What are your special interests? (e.g., wildlife, trekking, visiting cultural sites) What are your comfort and style requirements? Are there any special considerations that might affect our planning? (e.g. financial or medical, a special celebration)

Itinerary Development Deposit

After our initial conversation, if you would like our team to proceed with planning your trip and creating a customized itinerary, we will require receipt of an Itinerary Development Deposit. Because of the time and attention we put into handcrafting each journey, this fee serves as an agreement that you are dedicated to working with GeoEx. This deposit will be credited toward your final balance, but is not refundable should you decide to cancel. The deposit amount varies depending on the size of the group, the length of the trip, and other factors. Typical deposits start at $1,000, depending on the destination and demand. Safaris, boat charters, and certain other special trips may require a higher amount. Once we have received this deposit, we can fine-tune each detail of your adventure of a lifetime.

Itinerary Proposal

After we have received your itinerary development deposit, we will propose a specific itinerary with the dates or date range based on your availability. We will be ready to discuss itinerary details and air schedules, and will continue to make adjustments based on your feedback. Once you have approved the proposed itinerary, we will reserve space at the chosen hotels and provide you with an exact trip cost. We can still continue to fine tune until you’re completely comfortable with the itinerary.

Confirmation, Deposit & Trip Preparation Packet

Once you have approved the itinerary and price, we will book all your arrangements with an additional per-person deposit (this amount can vary from trip to trip, up to 35 percent of trip cost). We will then send a detailed invoice to you and a comprehensive packet of trip preparation materials to each participant.

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120 days before departure, completed paperwork and the balance of the land cost are due. Payment schedules for boat trips and some other special departures vary and may be required on an earlier date. After we have received all paperwork and payments, your air tickets (if purchased through GeoEx), final itinerary, trip briefing, and contact numbers will be sent approximately three weeks prior to departure.

Cancellations & Refunds

If you need to cancel your trip (or any portion thereof), you should notify GeoEx in writing. In addition to the nonrefundable itinerary development deposit, we will assess a cancellation charge to cover communication expenses, as well as loss of advance payments made by GeoEx. Cancellation charges vary from trip to trip; you will be advised of terms prior to booking. Please review our complete Terms of Service .

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“THE WORLD ONLY EXISTS IN YOUR EYES” wrote F. Scott Fitzgerald. “You can make it as big or as small as you want to.” This thought-provoking notion applies to myriad aspects of living and dreaming, but for us it brings to mind travel and the incredible ability each voyager has to shape her or his wanderings. Explore our brochure to learn more about GeoEx Custom Trips, including insights and experiences from GeoEx travelers.

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Custom Holidays is a family owned and operated tour company that has been serving the Metro Detroit area for 40 years. We specialize in first-class tours and vacations. Take a break from everyday life, and let us take you on an adventure you will never forget.

Travel should be meaningful. It should excite and inspire, rejuvenate and ground, educate and challenge, and most of all, it should humble us. It gives us our greatest stories, our cherished memories, and irreplaceable lessons that we can choose to pay forward. It teaches us about ourselves and others, broadens our horizons, and invites us to refocus on what really matters. By offering transformative experiences that immerse travelers in local culture, we aim to enrich their lives while making a meaningful impact on the destinations we explore. We believe in travel that goes beyond leisure, leaving a lasting legacy of sustainability and social good.

We are passionate about travel, and are always excited to share the fun and wonder with travelers like you who are looking for that once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Every Little Thing Custom Travel relieves the stress of your vacation experience by creating a customized travel plan that is unique to your personal preferences. We offer three different packages designed to meet your unique needs and even provide booking services if requested*.

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We consult with our clients to discover specific travel objectives; whether it's an amazing family theme park trip, a romantic couple's getaway, or exploring a new area like a local, we seek to uncover the true goals of the experience and then research an itinerary to meet them. 

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Embarking on a memorable journey is a breeze with our travel planning services! Picture a trip tailored to your unique preferences, where every detail aligns with your vibe. Beyond the typical time and money savings, our personalized planning is designed to create an experience that's uniquely yours. We take care of the logistics, ensuring you can focus on enjoying the good vibes.

Our team, like your travel buddy who's been everywhere, shares insider tips on the coolest spots and best deals. We're your travel superheroes, handling the drama and providing 24/7 support when needed. Let us turn your travel dreams into a stress-free reality, immersing you in the local scene and crafting moments that last a lifetime. With our travel planning, it's all about less stress and more fun!

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Applying a highly professional and engaging approach, Lauren organized an Italian adventure for three couples exceeding all of our expectations. She kept close tabs on us and ensured accommodations and excursions were exactly as planned. Her restaurant and museum recommendations were a highlight of the trip! Most impressively, she maneuvered quickly to make arrangements when one of our group had to return home unexpectedly for work.

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“In anticipation of a recent Mediterranean cruise we asked Lauren to create three excursions while at port. We were beyond satisfied with the three experiences and learned more about the history and Renaissance art of Italy in two days than we had in a lifetime. The icing on the cake was that the cost of each excursion was half of what the cruise line was charging for what was bound to be a lesser experience!”

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Stepping foot onto Aotearoa New Zealand just got even pricier for tourists, as the government hikes the tourist levy fee.

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New Zealand is tripling the cost for tourists to enter the country.

The Tourism Minister says maintaining infrastructure and paying to preserve the country’s sprawling conservation areas are the reasons the price is being increased.

The levy fee will triple to NZ$100 ($92AUD) from October 1. But the charge does not apply to New Zealand or Australian citizens, or citizens of many Pacific Island nations.

Tourism groups are concerned the hike will dissuade travellers.

But the Tourism Minister says a $100 levy would represent about 3 per cent of what the average international tourist spent in New Zealand, and an increased rate was in-line with Australia and the UK.

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“Increasing the (levy) means we can continue to grow international tourism to support economic growth while ensuring international visitors contribute to high-value conservation areas and projects,” Tourism Minister Matt Doocey said on Tuesday.

“ … Such as supporting biodiversity in national parks and other highly visited areas and improving visitor experiences on public conservation land,” Mr Doocey said.

New Zealand’s Department of Conservation oversees about 30 per cent of the country’s land, designated as protected areas under various headings including national parks, animal areas and conservation areas.

The New Zealand public purse covers about NZ$885m of tourism and conservation expenses each year, while the current NZ$35 tourist levy pulls in about NZ$85m - iStock

The government introduced the NZ$35 levy in 2019. In consulting on the hike, 93 per cent of more than 1000 respondents supported increasing the fee.

The current fee raises about NZ$80m each year, while New Zealand taxpayers pay about NZ$884m a year on tourism and conservation, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka said.

In the last financial year, the number of arrivals from Australia into New Zealand rose to 1.2 million.

Analysis by the New Zealand tourism department shows Australians spend about $3bn each year in Aotearoa.

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About 39 per cent of Australian visitors are going for a holiday, and 42 per cent are visiting friends and family.

More than half, 58 per cent, fly direct to the South Island, and more Australians land in Queenstown (43 per cent) than in Auckland (38 per cent).

The New Zealand Airports Association boss said the increase “cemented New Zealand as one of the most expensive countries in the world for a holiday today”.

“Increasing the (levy), increasing visa fees, and proposals for new charges on regional airports have landed as a triple-whammy for our sector, which is trying to work hard for New Zealand’s economic recovery,” NZ Airports chief executive Billie Moore said.

The government is betting the levy hike won’t dissuade tourists from visiting. Picture: Supplied

the New Zealand economy tipped into a recession on the back of the Covid-19 pandemic, something the Australian economy managed to avoid.

The recession in New Zealand technically ended in June this year. As well as the pandemic smashing the country’s key tourism sector, fuel and labour costs hamstrung the biggest industry, being agriculture.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand hiked interest rates to a 14-year high of 5.5 per cent, before finally making a cut at its most recent meeting in August.

Exhausted sailors are back on dry land and uninjured after a mammoth rescue mission hundreds of kilometres offshore.

The woman who was mauled by a tiger at Dreamworld has been identified, as new information emerges about the attack.

The final report into one state’s bus network has found it does not meet community needs, racking up about three in five public transport complaints.

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