A breakfast table in a quiet Mediterranean courtyard

The experience

Travel beautifully. Leave the details with us.

A great travel advisor gives you more than a reservation. You gain time, perspective and a person who cares how the whole journey feels.

Less planning. More possibility.

Your Journey, Simplified

01

Share Your Vision

Tell us about your travel dreams and preferences. We listen closely to understand you.

02

We Craft & Curate

We design a personalized itinerary with exceptional experiences and thoughtful touches.

03

You Relax & Enjoy

We handle the details before, during and after your trip—so you can simply enjoy.

Why work with a travel advisor?

Because your time is part of the investment.

Travel planning can quietly become a second job. Every choice leads to another: which ship, which suite, which neighborhood, which guide, which connection. And a trip can look impressive on paper while feeling rushed on the ground.

Melissa helps turn that long list of possibilities into a plan with intention. She learns what you enjoy, what you would rather avoid and where you want to spend your time and money. The result is a journey that reflects your preferences, with the pieces considered together.

Clarity before commitment

Understand the differences between the options, including what is included, what costs extra and what best suits your trip. Thoughtful advice helps you make decisions with confidence.

Experiences with context

A guide who brings a city to life, a hotel that suits your pace, a cruise with the right balance of sea days and shore time. The right recommendation begins with understanding you.

Support along the way

Your itinerary has a person behind it. When plans need attention, Melissa helps coordinate with travel partners so you have a familiar point of contact.

An intimate table overlooking the sea

Connected to something exceptional

Personal service.
Global relationships.

Park Cities Travel Concierge is an independent affiliate of Montecito Village Travel, a Virtuoso member. That connection complements Melissa’s personal approach with access to an established network of travel partners.

Benefits vary by property, sailing and booking. Melissa confirms any applicable amenities or offers for your specific plans, rather than asking you to rely on a general promise.

Explore the Virtuoso connection →

A little clarity

Before we begin.

Do I need to know exactly where I want to go?

No. A season, an occasion or a feeling is enough to begin. Melissa can help narrow the possibilities around your interests and preferred pace.

Does using an advisor mean giving up control?

Not at all. You choose the direction and approve the arrangements. Melissa does the research, explains the options and connects the details.

Are there planning fees?

Any applicable planning fees and the scope of services are discussed before work begins. Costs depend on the arrangements and complexity of the trip.

Can you guarantee upgrades or special access?

No. Any benefits, upgrades or special experiences depend on the supplier, booking and availability. Confirmed arrangements will be made clear before you travel.

Plan with perspective

A little inspiration. A clearer plan.

Let’s make it happen

Your next chapter starts with a conversation.

Tell Melissa what you’re imagining. She’ll help turn the possibilities into a journey that feels entirely your own.