SAVOUR THE JOURNEY
Tailor-made travel for the culturally curious
At Savour The Journey, travel isn’t just about where you go—it’s about how it feels.
The art of slow sips, serendipitous detours, and stories you’ll savour long after the journey ends.
How I Approach Travel
Picture this: Sipping velvety reds in a sun-dappled vineyard where the winemaker shares stories as rich as the vintage. Getting a private gallery tour after hours with a curator sharing stories most visitors never hear. Finding that tiny patisserie locals have been visiting for decades—the one that doesn't need a sign.
That's what I'm after—those pinch-me moments that remind you exactly why you travel.
Where Will You Wander?
A Food Lover’s Escape in Mexico
An Arts & Culture Getaway in Italy
A Spice-Filled Journey Through Morocco
Sun-Soaked Mediterranean Bliss
The difference is in the Details
Planning a trip can feel overwhelming—endless research, conflicting reviews, logistics that don't quite line up. Let me take that off your plate.
From our first conversation until you return home, I handle the details so you can focus on the experience.
Hidden gems – the places you won't find on Google's first page
Seamless coordination – no chaos, no guesswork, no stress
Journeys built around you – no templates, no tourist traps, no wasted time
Travel should feel effortless and unforgettable.
Explore the Escape Collection
The Bespoke Escape
Client Favourite
Entirely personal, thoughtfully considered, unforgettable by design
The Curated Escape
Structure where it matters, spontaneity where it counts
The Seamless Escape
Single-destination travel, simplified
The Curator Behind the Experience
Some people collect souvenirs—I collect stories. From market mornings in Marrakech to lochside drives in Scotland, I seek out the kind of moments that linger long after the suitcase is unpacked. Now, I design journeys that do the same for you.
What Fellow Travelers Are Saying
“I was impressed by the high level of professionalism in planning and organizing my trip to NYC. Attention to detail and genuine care for my particular interests – great restaurants and seeing the best of the city – were evident in every step of the planning. I highly recommend Melissa!”
- Sandra P., New York City (Hotel Booking)
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