// independent travel advisor

Every destination has a story.

Where will your next adventure take you?

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// what i do

Services

I can help plan and book just about any kind of trip, whether you're starting from zero or already have a dream itinerary.

Cruise planning

From Caribbean sun to Alaskan glaciers, I'll help you find the perfect sailing. With cruise industry training and firsthand cruising experience, I know the ships, the itineraries, and which upgrades are worth it.

  • Cruise line & itinerary recommendations
  • Cabin selection & booking
  • Shore excursion planning
  • Pre & post-cruise stays

City adventures

Immersive single or multi-stop trips built around how you want to travel and what you want to experience. I'll map out the sights, the neighborhoods, the restaurants, and the moments you'll talk about for years.

  • Multi-city itinerary design
  • Hotel & accommodation booking
  • Activity & tour recommendations
  • Day-by-day planning

Everything else

Beach vacations, all-inclusives, resort stays, friend and family trips, honeymoons, or solo adventures. If you're going somewhere, I can elevate your trip with exclusive perks and personalized service.

  • Resort & all-inclusive booking
  • Flights & ground transportation
  • Travel insurance guidance
  • Group & family trip coordination
// credentials
FORA

I'm an independent advisor affiliated with Fora, a modern travel agency that gives me the tools and partnerships to book at the best rates, with perks you can't get on your own.

CLIA Certified Cruise Counselor Royal Caribbean trained agent Princess Cruises trained agent Norwegian Cruise Line trained agent
// where i have firsthand expertise

Destinations

These are places I've personally visited (or lived!), and I'd love to help you make the most of your visit to each one.

Caribbean

The Islands

Multiple Caribbean cruises means I know the ports, including what's worth getting off the ship for and what's a tourist trap.

Cruise
Asia

Japan & East Asia

With multiple trips to Japan (including Okinawa) and a cruise across Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and South Korea, I can recommend everything from must-see sights to essential eats.

Cruise + City
Theme Parks

Disney Parks

As a Disneyland local, I have deep knowledge of the parks, the best times to visit, and how to make the most of a trip. Also well-versed in Walt Disney World, Tokyo DisneySea, and Hong Kong Disneyland.

Parks & Resorts
New England

Coast, City, & Mountains

I grew up on the New Hampshire Seacoast, just a few miles from both Maine and Massachusetts, and went to college in Vermont. The Green Mountains, Boston's North and South Shores, and the NH Seacoast, Lakes Region, and White Mountains are all deeply familiar territory.

City + Outdoors
California

Los Angeles & Bay Area

As a current resident of Los Angeles after 8 years living in Oakland, I can speak to both NorCal and SoCal with real local perspective, from East Bay hidden gems to LA neighborhoods.

City Adventure
British Isles

Ireland & Scotland

I lived in Dublin for three months, long enough to know the city like a local and take day trips into the Irish countryside. I've also visited the Isle of Islay in Scotland, one of the more off-the-beaten-path destinations in the UK.

City + Outdoors
Europe

Central Europe

Vienna, Bratislava, Copenhagen, Madrid. A few short visits that left lasting impressions. I'd love to help you fall for them too.

City Adventure
North American Cities

New York & Montreal

A semester in Manhattan plus visits to family in Queens helped me get to know NYC. A different semester introduced me to Montreal, where I explored its neighborhoods, food scene, and culture as a local.

City Adventure

Somewhere else?

These are the areas I know firsthand, but I can research and book trips anywhere. Let's figure it out.

Let's talk
// watch

On YouTube

Follow along as I explore destinations firsthand, sharing the stories behind the places I visit.

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// get in touch

Ready to go?

Tell me about your dream trip, and I'll help make it a reality.

Book a free call with me to start planning your trip.

Service fees are tailored to the scope of your trip and quoted after our initial call.

Advisor Melinda Gutermuth
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  • Where you're dreaming of going
  • Rough travel dates & trip length
  • Who's coming with you
  • Whether it's your first time there
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