Novel World Travel

Novel World Travel I design travel experiences for people who value their time and want the details handled with care, clarity, and intention. "You only live once."

Maybe that’s a cliché, but it rings true. There’s so much to explore in this novel world and so little time to do it. I’ve tried to live by this motto, traveling extensively and checking items off my bucket list – and I’d love to help you do the same. Your dreams are as unique as you are, and your travel bucket list won’t look the same as anyone else’s. Maybe you want to see Paris from the top of

the Eiffel Tower or experience the wonder of the Northern Lights. Maybe you want to take your whole family on a once-in-a-lifetime cruise. Maybe you simply want to bask in the sun on a secluded beach. With a trusted travel advisor on your team, you can make your dreams a reality. I’ll take the time to understand your needs, research destinations and experiences, craft a customized itinerary especially for you, and handle all the logistics of planning your trip. Together, we'll check those items off your bucket list and start making the most of your one wild and precious life.

I have never like the phrase “I’m a traveler, not a tourist.”I understand what people usually mean by it. They mean they...
05/26/2026

I have never like the phrase “I’m a traveler, not a tourist.”

I understand what people usually mean by it. They mean they want something deeper from their travel experience - to connect with the destination, to eat the local food, to understand the culture, and to have experiences that don’t feel generic.

I love all of that. That's the goal of every trip I ever take.

But I'm still a tourist.

Because if you are visiting a place where you do not live, staying in accommodations, eating in restaurants, visiting museums, taking photos, using transportation, and spending money there, you are a tourist.

And that is not a bad thing.

Tourism supports real people. It supports guides, drivers, hotel staff, restaurant owners, artists, farmers, museum workers, small business owners, and entire communities. The travel and tourism sector supported 366 million jobs globally in 2025, which is roughly 1 in 9 jobs worldwide.

But tourism also has consequences.

This is why I think the better mindset is not “I’m a traveler, not a tourist.”

The better mindset is, “I’m a guest here, and my choices matter.”

That means choosing local guides, learning the etiquette before you go, and understanding that the best trips are not just about what you get from a destination, but how you show up while you’re there.

You do not have to reject the word tourist to travel thoughtfully. You just have to be a better tourist.

What do you think? Do you use the word tourist, or does it still make you cringe a little?

I fly a lot. And despite that, there is still so much about the process that I absolutely cannot stand.The completely ra...
05/18/2026

I fly a lot. And despite that, there is still so much about the process that I absolutely cannot stand.

The completely random TSA experiences. The gate agents circling like vultures looking for bags to check. The man who takes his shoes off mid-flight and acts like this is socially acceptable behavior.

Right now, air travel is exhausting.

But unfortunately, if we want to see the world - and I definitely do - flying is part of the deal.

So instead of pretending air travel is glamorous these days, I’d rather help you navigate it strategically.

Check out this carousel for some tips I have after spending a lot of time in airports over the years.

Because while flying may be frustrating, waking up in a completely different corner of the world is still worth it.

What’s your best tip for surviving air travel lately?

I designed this Andalucía itinerary for clients who wanted a mix of ease, cultural depth, and experiences that actually ...
04/24/2026

I designed this Andalucía itinerary for clients who wanted a mix of ease, cultural depth, and experiences that actually feel worth the time and money.

The highlights:

🏖️ Málaga. They're starting with a beach stay to decompress before moving into the heart of southern Spain.

💃🏻 Seville. Here they'll explore the city at their own pace and experience flamenco where it began.

🕌 Córdoba. They’ll walk through the Mezquita-Catedral with a private guide who can bring the history into focus in a way that you simply don’t get on your own.

☀️ Granada. First, they’ll have a privately guided visit of the Alhambra, then a free day to explore independently without feeling rushed.

If this is the kind of trip you've been dreaming of planning but haven't had the time to fully think through, send me a message and I'll help you map it out.

04/22/2026

A big travel company I work with just made a huge announcement about their new AI customer service platform and it set me off on this rant. Let's invest in humans please! Not just for planning travel, but for everything.

If you want a human to help you plan your next vacation, I am here for you - and you will never have to scream "REPRESENTATIVE!" into the phone.

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