trip with chef

chef curated travel experiences

about

With over 30 years in the culinary world - from luxury hotels to global food brands - I’ve built a career around creating unforgettable experiences. Now through Trip with Chef and Fora Travel, I bring that same attention to detail, sense of place, and passion for hospitality into the world of travel.This is a travel advisory service for people who appreciate good taste - in food, in aesthetic, in how they move through the world. Whether you're looking for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway or just want to make your next hotel stay feel like an upgrade, I can help.From fully personalized, white-glove itineraries to simple hotel bookings with exclusive perks (at no extra cost), I tailor each trip to fit how you actually want to travel and with the kind of thoughtful service you don’t usually find online.I specialize in:

Culinary Travel

  • Food focused itineraries - i.e. Tokyo sushi counter hopping or Tuscan truffle hunting

  • Chef-led experiences - private cooking classes, chef's table dinners

  • Tasting tours & local pairings - wine, spirits, coffee and regional specialties curated into your trip

  • Hard to book dining

  • Hotels with serious culinary cred - hand picked stays known for award-winning restaurants and culinary programs

Business travel

  • End-to-end planning for conferences, summits & retreats

  • Hotel room block negotiation and VIP upgrades

  • Custom Itineraries for executive teams

  • Venue sourcing for meetings, breakouts or offsite events

  • Coordination with HR or procurement for policy compliance

  • Status & loyalty program optimization

  • Solo business trip hotel booking - no cost ever and enjoy vip benefts

Couples & Adults Only

  • Romantic escapes

  • Hand picked resorts and boutique stays where peace, privacy and pampering come first

  • Adults only & all inclusive resort getaways

  • Honeymoons, second honeymoons & mini moons

  • Private dining & tasting experiences

  • Stress free planning - just show up and enjoy eachother

  • Complimentary romantic room amenities and VIP treatment

Destination Celebrations

  • Destination weddings

  • Bachelor & bachelorette parties

  • Friends & family reunions

  • Milestone Birthday Celebrations

  • Graduation trips

  • Surprise trips & gifting experiences

  • Wellness retreats

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why book with me

You're not just booking a trip - you're tapping into three decades of hospitality insight. I’ve spent over 30 years designing experiences that delight people - not just on the plate, but in the places they gather, unwind, and explore. With Trip With Chef, you get more than just a booking. You get someone who understands the difference between a hotel and a stay, a dinner and a memory.As a certified Fora Travel Advisor, I bring you access to exclusive perks at thousands of top hotels worldwide - including room upgrades, daily breakfast, spa credits, and VIP treatment - often at no added cost to you.Here’s what you get when you book with me:

  • Expert-level service from a hospitality professional

  • Exclusive perks like upgrades, credits, and daily breakfast

  • Options tailored to your travel style — luxe, low-key, food-focused, romantic, whatever your preferences are

  • Real human support — no bots, no call centers, just someone who cares about your experience

  • Thoughtful recommendations — the kind you won’t find on Google or buried in reviews

Menu of Services

Thoughtful travel planning, tailored to your needs.Whether you want full support from start to finish or just need help booking the right hotel, I offer transparent pricing and flexible options to match how you like to travel. Every service is designed to add value - through exclusive perks, personal insight, and a hospitality-first approach - so you get more out of every trip without overcomplicating the process.

HOTEL BOOKING with perks

Always Free

  • You choose the hotel, I handle the booking

  • Unlock upgrades, breakfast and credits (when available)

  • I'll manage & optimize your status and loyalty programs to make sure you're getting the most value possible

  • No booking fees or strings attached

  • Great for quick trips, staycations, simple business travel or familiar favorites

custom hotel matching

Starting at $79

  • Share your style, must-haves & travel goals - i'll do the digging

  • I research, filter and curate options you won't find in a top 10 list

  • I elminate the overwhelm and give you confident, clear choices

  • Focused picks tailored to mood, destination and design preference

  • Includes a short explanation of why each hotel fits your trip

  • No obligation to book

culinary experience curation

Starting at $149

  • Includes custom hotel matching

  • Restaurant recommendation and reservations

  • Chef-led class booking

  • Food and wine tour booking

  • Ingredient focused experiences - truffle hunting, mezcal tasting etc

  • Celebration coordination - birthday dinners, anniversary setups, engagement-worthy meals

  • Chef's perspective - personalized recommendations only a culinary pro could give

Group Trip planning

Starting at 4% total trip cost

  • Personalized hotel selection and room block coordination

  • Multi-room rate negotiation

  • Group transfers and transportation logistics

  • Centralized point of contact for guest questions and special requests

  • Group meal coordination

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