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The Atlas

Curated Destinations

A living collection of places worth exploring each one shaped by experience, relationships, and an eye for the extraordinary.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page." The following destinations represent a small selection of the places I return to again and again. Consider this a starting point for conversation, not a fixed menu. Every itinerary is customized to fit around your dream trip vision.

01 The Aegean

Greece

Whitewashed villages perched above a sapphire sea, cliffside infinity pools, and golden hours that linger long into the evening Greece remains one of the most requested journeys I design, and for good reason. Whether your vision is a honeymoon suite carved into the caldera or a slower, multi-island itinerary by private yacht, the Aegean rewards those who linger.

Ideas Worth Exploring

  • Caldera-view suites in Santorini, with private terrace plunge pools and sunset reservations arranged in advance
  • Quieter island-hopping between Milos, Folegandros, and Paros aboard a private yacht
  • A slower pace in Naxos, with secluded beaches and family-run tavernas known only to locals
  • Guided exploration of ancient Athens, Delphi, or Knossos with vetted private historians
A traveler overlooking the whitewashed rooftops and windmill of Oia, Santorini at sunset
A whitewashed building overlooking the Aegean sunset
"There is a particular kind of quiet that exists only in the hours before sunset on the Aegean it is worth the journey alone."
Aerial view of the turquoise coves of Capri, Italy

02 La Dolce Vita

Italy

From the lemon groves above Positano to the quiet hill towns of Tuscany, Italy offers an endless study in beauty, history, and the art of slowing down. I design Italian itineraries for travelers who want both the iconic and the unexpected a private boat day around Capri paired with an afternoon learning to make pasta in a centuries-old farmhouse.

A Few Favorites

  • Ivy-draped villa stays along the Amalfi Coast with private chef and housekeeping
  • Private boat charters to Capri and Positano's hidden coves
  • Truffle hunting and wine tastings through Tuscany's family-run estates, with long lunches under the vines
  • Slow, authentic living in Puglia whitewashed trulli, local markets, and sun-drenched countryside
  • Sardinia's wild coastline, from the emerald waters of the Costa Smeralda to secluded sailing days
  • Sicily, where ancient temples, volcanic landscapes, and exceptional food tell a story all their own
"Italy does not need to be rushed. The best afternoons are the ones with nothing on the agenda but a view and a glass of something local."
A glass of local wine raised against the cliffside view of Positano on the Amalfi Coast
A mosaic-tiled infinity pool framed by the colorful cliffside facade of a Positano hotel
A curtained balcony doorway framing a view of the cliffs and sea along the coast of Capri
A secluded cove along the French Riviera, with a cypress-lined villa overlooking the turquoise water

03 Riviera Days

South of France

From the glamorous coastline of Cap Ferrat to the lavender fields of Provence, the French Riviera is best experienced at a slower pace. I create personalized itineraries that blend the region's iconic highlights with the places that make it feel truly special: private boat days exploring hidden coves, mornings wandering local markets, long lunches in hilltop villages, and evenings with a glass of rosé overlooking the Mediterranean. It's less about checking off sights and more about experiencing the South of France the way it's meant to be enjoyed.

Ideas Worth Exploring

  • Check into a private villa on Cap Ferrat or Cap d'Antibes and settle into the slower pace of the Riviera
  • Charter a boat for the day and discover hidden beaches and quiet coves you can only reach by water
  • Explore Provence one village at a time, stopping for lavender fields, local markets, and leisurely lunches along the way
  • Spend an afternoon in Saint-Tropez with a waterfront lunch, a little shopping, and plenty of time to soak it all in
An ivy-covered stone building along a sunlit street in a South of France village
"The Riviera was never meant to be rushed it is a coastline best discovered one long lunch at a time."

04 Island Time

The Tropics

From the secluded white-sand coves of Anguilla and St. Barths to the overwater bungalows of Bora Bora and French Polynesia, the tropics are where many of my clients come to truly disconnect. Whether it's a beachfront escape along Mexico's coastline, a volcanic retreat in Hawaii, or island-hopping through the Caribbean, I curate every detail with an eye toward privacy, ease, and that particular shade of turquoise.

Possibilities to Consider

  • Beachfront villas in Anguilla and St. Barths, with private chefs and sunset sails
  • Overwater bungalow stays in Bora Bora and French Polynesia, with private plunge pools and butler service
  • Oceanfront resorts and volcanic retreats across the Hawaiian islands
  • Multi-generational family escapes to Mexico's coastal resorts, with adjoining villas and curated excursions for every age
A catamaran anchored in the turquoise lagoon of Bora Bora, with the island's peak rising in the background
A yacht anchored near a tropical coastline
Aerial view of a winding coastal road along the tropics
A traveler watching the sunset from an open-air safari vehicle at a South African game reserve

05 A Different Kind of Wild

South Africa

Few destinations offer the range of South Africa within a single itinerary golden-hour game drives across private reserves, long lunches through the vineyards of the Cape Winelands, and the effortless cosmopolitan energy of Cape Town, framed by Table Mountain and the Atlantic. It is a destination I love designing as a journey through contrasts, moving seamlessly from the bush to the vineyard to the city.

Worth Adding to Your Itinerary

  • Private safari lodges with dedicated guides and open-air vehicles, timed for golden-hour game drives
  • Wine estate tours and tastings through the Cape Winelands
  • Time in Cape Town Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, and the city's most celebrated restaurants
  • Combined safari, wine country, and Cape Town itineraries for a complete South African story

My Focus

From sun-drenched tropics to European adventures, every destination has its own story just waiting to be discovered.

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A traveler overlooking the whitewashed rooftops and windmill of Oia, Santorini at sunset A glass of local wine raised against the cliffside view of Positano on the Amalfi Coast A catamaran anchored in the turquoise lagoon of Bora Bora, with the island's peak rising in the background A traveler watching the sunset from an open-air safari vehicle at a South African game reserve Two travelers relaxing on a private yacht along the cliffs of Sardinia, Italy Aerial view of a small boat in a secluded turquoise cove along the Greek coastline Aerial view of overwater villas connected by wooden walkways above a turquoise lagoon A view from a poolside lounger overlooking the hills and sea of the Greek islands