Meaningful travel, made easy
Welcome to travel,
the way it should be
Connecting people & places, through travel.
Curated and guided by passionate locals who share their culture, cuisine and lifestyle, for a sense of place most travelers never get to see. Backed up with 24/7 support from our experts (no chat bots or help hotlines) so you can be present and enjoy each precious moment!
Stress-free, sustainable travel design for an incredible vacation you can feel good about.
As passionate, sustainable travel designers, we craft your custom itinerary with intention, to connect you with the local community through engaging experiences centered around the natural and cultural heritage of your destination.
"Celebrated 40yrs of marriage touring the stunning Lombardy region of Italy. Huge thanks to Tara at Conscious Travel Collective for customizing a perfect itinerary with passionate & knowledgeable guides especially our driver, our dear Italian friend Francesca and the beautiful women in Milan who graciously welcomed us into their home for a cooking class making homemade Pasta, Ragu and Tiramisu.
Vacanza Perfetta !!"
J. H on her trip to Northern Italy, October 2023
What Makes Our Trips So Special
Crafted for Connection
Each trip we design is as unique as you are. Whether traveling solo, with a BFF, your sweetheart, or everyone you know, each trip has its own energy, built around the intention you've set for this special time. We take your investment (time, energy and financial) to heart.
After countless trips planned, we've learned a few things about how to make the most of your precious time traveling! Here are just a few of the things we prioritize;
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Local Connections
We partner exclusively with small, local businesses and guides.
Because who better to introduce you to their city & share their culture than the folks who call it home?
You'll connect with passionate
✔ Local guides
✔ Hoteliers
✔ Artisans
✔ Chefs
✔ Farmers
Sustainable Luxury
Relax and unwind in comfort in beautiful boutique properties carefully selected for their aesthetic and representation of local culture
Our Travelers love
✔ How the design gives a sense of place while being totally luxurious!
✔ The prime locations.
✔ The intimacy of boutique hotels.
✔ A personal touch not found in larger accommodations.
✔ Knowing your stay supports the community.
A Taste of the Destination
Amazing food and beverages are essential ingredients to every journey. With your CTC-planned trip, you’ll connect with a variety of the destination's most passionate and talented creators of all things delicious!
This can look like
✔ Hands-on cooking classes
✔ Walking food tours,
✔ Visiting local farms and markets
✔ Dining on everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to street vendors
Respect, Honor, Preserve
Honor the local and indigenous people by acknowledging their culture, history, and contribution. Deepen your
connection by hearing diverse perspectives, with curiosity and compassion, to meet the destination in its fullness
You'll be invited to;
✔ Hear from elders, shamans, and knowledge keepers
✔ Engage with communities
✔ Understand future impacts
✔ Observe ritual Celebrations
Take it Outside!
Mother Nature makes the most breathtaking art, doesn’t she? The destinations we visit are naturally stunning. Our itineraries get you outdoors to enjoy them!
Active means something different to everyone, so we have lots of ways to get you outside -
✔ Hiking
✔ Cycling
✔ Sailing
✔ Visiting farms
✔ Touring (and tasting) at wineries
✔ Hammock lounging
Experience Culture
We learn a lot by understanding what is honored or celebrated. It helps to forge deeper bonds and offers a chance to join in the festivities and have an amazing time!
You’ll have standout moments like:
✔ Visit Sacred Sites
✔ Special Community Events
✔ Festivals
✔ Seasonal Gatherings
✔ Ritual Celebrations
Social Enterprises/ NGOs
We are intentional about finding & supporting businesses that are built around community uplift, use travel as a source for good, and promote positive, community-led change.
You’ll get opportunities to:
✔ Visit areas transformed by the community
✔ Support local artisan cooperatives
✔ Dine on foods sourced from community gardens
✔ Support small, women-owned businesses
Connection and Fun!
Something magical happens when you try something new with other people. Get out of your comfort zone and really embrace your silly side. You don't want to let these moments pass by!
Make memories while you;
✔ Shuck (& eat) oysters from the sea
✔ Learn Salsa dancing
✔ Make prohibition-era cocktails
✔ Try your hand at spinning yarn
✔ Take the helm on a sunset sail
✔ Paint frescos in the style of the Venetians
How We Roll
Positive Impact
Local businesses that are working to preserve and honor their community is our #1 requirement when we are establishing partnerships. We work directly with our partners, without brokers or wholesales, to make sure they are paid fairly, and the dollars spent stay within the local economy.
Personalization
We are not just expert travelers, but total pros when it comes to careful listening, so your trip is not only special, and well crafted, but that it matches your intention for this time!
Local Focus
Your trip guides proudly call the destination home and eagerly share their love and cultural insights with you! We always offer locally owned (& gorgeous) boutique properties. Carefully crafted experiences, plus local food and wine of all varieties! This is what a truly immersive experience looks like.
Flexible Booking
We get it, sometimes plans change, that’s why we created flexible booking!
Check the full cancellation policy for how we've got you covered.
