Planner by Nature. Travel Advisor by Design.

Helping people experience places well is what I love most.

Image of a whale tale poking out of the ocean.

Man at his fruit and vegetable stand in Italy, as travelers stroll by.

Two couples standing on a beach boardwalk, with the ocean behind them, and four e-bikes in front of them.

Black and white cow standing in a grassy pasture.

WHAT I DESIGN

Every trip looks different - because every traveler is different.

Some journeys are romantic, some are celebratory, some are about slowing down, and some are about seeing as much as possible. Whatever the reason, my role is to shape the experience so it feels seamless from beginning to end.

That might mean a honeymoon through Italy, a couples trip across Europe, a group getaway to Napa, or a memory-making family trip —

Each one planned with care and attention to the details that matter most.

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Woman, Michelle McDonagh, smiling with sunglasses and sunhat.

hi, i’m MICHELle

… and I love to travel!

I’m happiest when I have a trip — or two — on the calendar. Honestly… slightly uncomfortable when I don’t.

For years, I was the go-to person for friends and family — researching everything, mapping out the details, and finding the reservations, rooms, and experiences that made a trip feel special.

Like many advisors, it started with planning for the people closest to me.

And quickly became something I genuinely love doing.

What I’ve learned along the way is that the best trips don’t just look good on paper — they feel easy. They flow. They give you that perfect mix of can’t-miss highlights and those little unexpected moments you’ll talk about long after you’re home.

I work with travelers who are excited about where they’re going — but don’t necessarily have the time (or desire) to spend hours researching hotels, comparing rooms, or figuring out how to make it all fit together. That’s where I come in.

I take care of the details — from finding the right hotel (not just the popular one), to securing the reservations that matter, to building an itinerary that makes sense for how you actually like to travel.

Whether it’s a celebratory getaway, a romantic escape, a family trip, or just a much-needed break, my goal is simple: to make your trip feel seamless, personal, and completely worth it.

Because travel should feel exciting — not overwhelming. And there should always be something wonderful on your calendar.

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