What does a luxury travel advisor do?

A luxury travel advisor creates personalized itineraries, handles all bookings, provides trip support, and leverages industry connections like Virtuoso to secure room upgrades, complimentary breakfast, property credits, and experiences not available to the public.

What are Virtuoso perks?

Virtuoso perks are exclusive benefits available when booking through a Virtuoso travel advisor. They typically include room upgrades when available, daily breakfast for two, a property credit ($100 or more), early check-in and late checkout, and welcome amenities. These perks come at no additional cost to you.

How much does a travel advisor cost?

Hotel and cruise planning is complimentary. Multi-city itineraries require a planning retainer. Award travel research is fee-based ($150 for economy, $300 for premium cabin). The minimum for booked services is $7,000 per week excluding international flights.

Why use a travel advisor instead of booking online?

A travel advisor saves you hours of research, negotiates perks you cannot get yourself (like Virtuoso benefits), handles problems when they arise, and creates seamless itineraries based on deep destination knowledge. For complex trips with families or groups, an advisor coordinates all the moving pieces so you can relax.

What destinations does Curated by Collins specialize in?

Curated by Collins specializes in Italy, Japan, Thailand, Paris, Greece, and Spain, as well as cruises on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity. As a Fora advisor, Yannicke can book travel anywhere in the world.

Do you book trips for families?

Yes, Curated by Collins has expertise in family travel, including multi-generational trips. We understand the scheduling complexity of traveling with children and can recommend family-friendly hotels, activities, and itineraries.

Yes, cruise planning is complimentary. We provide expert guidance on cabin selection, dining options, shore excursions, and onboard experiences for Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and other cruise lines.

What is award travel?

Award travel uses credit card points or airline miles to book flights, often in business or first class for a fraction of the cash price. Curated by Collins provides award travel research to find the best redemptions for your points.

Curated by Collins | Luxury Travel Planning

Luxury Travel,
Thoughtfully Curated

Handling every detail so you can step out of research and into the experience itself.

Begin Your Journey

The Approach

Intentional by Design

Discerning taste and meticulous planning should define the details that shape a journey long before you arrive.

Personal, Not Packaged

Focused on families, group travel, and milestone celebrations, I curate every itinerary around beautiful hotels, thoughtfully chosen cruises, and experiences that feel personal rather than packaged.

Every Essential, Handled

I oversee every essential in advance. This includes coordinating accommodations and private transportation as well as curated dining and your day-by-day itinerary. By layering in exclusive amenities and local on-the-ground support, I ensure your journey is deeply intentional and flawlessly executed.

Points Strategy Integration

Sitting on points you've been meaning to use? I can integrate award flights into your itinerary, turning those balances into flights that seamlessly complement your journey.

How We Work Together

Our Process

Every detail curated before the journey begins.

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Get in Touch

Complete my travel inquiry form to get started. I'll review your information and reach out via email with any follow-up questions. We can also schedule a consultation to discuss your vision in depth and ensure every detail of your journey is intentional from the start.

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Custom Design

Once we establish your destination, budget, and dates, I will deliver a custom proposal within three business days. This preliminary itinerary includes a curated outline tailored to your specific criteria. No suggestion is final. I will work with you until the journey perfectly aligns with your vision.

Step

Booked & Confirmed

After your approval of the itinerary, I curate the final property selections and vet every guide to ensure they meet the standards of your journey. I work directly with hotel teams to coordinate special requests and secure your VIP amenities.

Step

Final Coordination

Before departure, I handle all the finishing touches: restaurant reservations, fine-tuning your day-by-day itinerary, coordinating entry requirements, and preparing your complete digital travel portfolio with confirmations, vouchers, and useful details for a seamless arrival.

Start Planning

Preferred Access

Our Partnerships & Your Perks

Every booking comes with exclusive benefits you won't find booking direct.

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Daily Complimentary Breakfast

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Hotel, Resort & Cruise Credits

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Room Upgrades Upon Arrival*

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Early Check-In & Late Check-Out*

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Welcome Amenity

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Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Kids Clubs & Family Amenities

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VIP Recognition & Advocacy

*Subject to availability and property-specific terms and conditions.

Preferred Partner Collections

Virtuoso

Four SeasonsPreferred Partner

RosewoodElite

BelmondBellini Club

Hyatt Privé

ImpresarioConrad LXR

Diamond ClubDorchester Collection

Small LuxuryHotels of the World

Meet Your Curator

Hi, I'm Yannicke

I've spent years exploring the world through travel. More than 20 cruises across multiple lines, countless hotel stays, and complex multi-country itineraries. These experiences taught me exactly what separates a standard trip from an extraordinary one.

I bring a discerning eye to travel planning. Every destination, hotel, and guide is chosen with an uncompromising focus on quality. I prioritize the nuances of service and design to ensure your journey is cohesive and intentional.

I also serve as a points and miles strategist to further elevate your experience. By treating your rewards as a high-value asset, I navigate the complexities of award travel to secure premium cabin upgrades and extraordinary value on international flights.

Through my partnership with Fora Travel, I have direct access to Virtuoso benefits and preferred partner programs with Four Seasons, Rosewood, Hyatt, and Marriott. I also tap into a global network of on-the-ground experts who can solve problems in real time when you're traveling.

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