North Star Destinations

North Star Destinations Experience our tailored services with curated properties and bespoke experiences designed for luxury and authenticity.

Trust our seasoned advisors to craft the perfect journey for your unique desires. We’re a part of the Virtuoso network, an elite, invitation-only group of the world’s top luxury travel agencies.

08/31/2026

Bali is so much more than beautiful beaches. 🌿✨

There are places here that feel almost dreamlike — where temples rise from the water, flowers frame every view, and the mountains create a sense of absolute tranquility.

📍 Ulun Danu Beratan, Bali

One of those magical moments that reminds me why I love travel: it’s not just about where you go, but how a place makes you feel.

And yes… Bali is every bit as enchanting as you imagined. 🤍

08/11/2026

Pouso do Corvo | Southern Brazil | Mountains and Dining

I was recently invited to lunch at a little-known bistro in Grão-Pará, Santa Catarina—and I had no idea what I was about to discover. The views were absolutely magnificent. This is one of those places that most travelers don’t know existed, and I wanted to give it a little spotlight.
Let me show you around.

It’s Earth Day, so you’ll probably see a lot about “sustainable travel.”Timely? Yes. But it’s something the industry is ...
04/22/2026

It’s Earth Day, so you’ll probably see a lot about “sustainable travel.”
Timely? Yes. But it’s something the industry is thinking about all year long.
The truth is, travel is one of the best investments of our time and money—but it does come with impact. Not in a doom-and-gloom way—just in a “your choices matter more than you think” kind of way.
Want to go deeper? Check out our sustainability page in the link below.



https://northstardestinations.com/sustainability-travel-tourism

Humbled and proud to share that I’ve been named a Condé Nast Traveler Specialist for the sixth time by ✨Grateful to my ...
03/11/2026

Humbled and proud to share that I’ve been named a Condé Nast Traveler Specialist for the sixth time by ✨
Grateful to my partner Marc Frappier, my amazing clients, partner affiliated and my trusted partners around the world who make this journey possible.

Thank you for continuing to trust North Star Destinations with your travels.

Here’s to many more extraordinary journeys ahead. 🌍✈️

This is what “life as a travel advisor” actually looks like 👇Not just booking trips — but being there, experiencing it, ...
02/13/2026

This is what “life as a travel advisor” actually looks like 👇

Not just booking trips — but being there, experiencing it, and understanding what makes a place truly special.

Modena did not disappoint. Huge thanks to our incredible guide and everyone involved in making it such a fun and meaningful experience.

Full video is now live 🎬
Watch it now — and if you’re not subscribed… you’re missing out.

02/10/2026

This city asks you to slow down, walk, listen, and follow those who know it best. With my guide, we close the day at Modena’s most traditional places, from La Consorteria 1966 to the local food market, where gastronomy lives in everyday moments… and always ends with gelato!

01/30/2026

History and mystery 👀

How many eyes has this door seen since 1099?

Centuries passed. Empires rose.
Above this gate, the Modena Archivolt,
one of the earliest accounts of King Arthur.
And yet… King Arthur was never in Modena!

🔗 link in bio for the full video.

Archivolt Arthur

01/29/2026

Most people miss how used materials were upcycled when building this cathedral, over 927 years ago. Listen as the local guide explains their purpose.

This is the kind of detail you only notice if you slow down and listen. We filmed Modena as a full chapter, walking it with a local guide — not a highlight reel.

The complete experience, with all the stories, is on YouTube.
🔗 Link in bio

01/26/2026

Early morning in Modena. After visiting the Pavarotti statue and the Ducal Palace, we continue on foot with a licensed local guide, moving through historic streets as the city comes to life—bicycles passing, locals starting their day.

This is where world experience matters. Traveling alongside a local expert, I pass on the insight gained from years on the road—knowing when to slow down, where to look, and how to experience a place beyond the highlights.

We make our way to Piazza Grande, home to the Preda Ringadora and Modena’s Cathedral—the historic and spiritual heart of the city.

Part 2: Inside the Cathedral and why this UNESCO World Heritage site is more than just a landmark.

01/20/2026

In Chapter 4, luxury travel advisor Silvana of North Star Destinations continues her city tour, following a visit to the Pavarotti statue.

We continue to Modena’s Ducal Palace was once the sumptuous residence of the Estense Court, from 1452 to 1859.

Today, it is home to the Military Academy, a Military Museum, and a library, with ceremonies still held in the Honour Court.

A splendid example of Baroque architecture, it remains one of the most important royal palaces of the 1600s.

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Boston, MA
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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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