ITALY
Discover Italy Beyond Rome, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast
Look beyond Italy’s best-known stops for places and experiences that bring a different perspective to your journey.
READ THE ARTICLE →EUROPE, PERSONALLY
Europe, Thoughtfully Designed Around You
Remarkable cities, quiet countryside and time to enjoy both. I’ll bring together the places, people and experiences that turn a European journey into something entirely your own.
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THOUGHTFUL EUROPEAN JOURNEYS
More Than a List of Places
The most rewarding European journeys leave room to feel a place. A morning with a local guide, a long lunch or an unhurried afternoon can be just as memorable as the sights you have always wanted to see.
I draw on more than three decades in luxury hospitality and trusted partners to bring the right hotels, experiences and practical details together. We start with your interests, then choose a route and pace that make sense for you.
Whether you are returning to a favourite country or planning your first European adventure, I’ll help you travel with intention and enjoy the moments in between.
30+ YEARS
IN LUXURY HOSPITALITY
6 CONSECUTIVE YEARS
CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER TOP TRAVEL SPECIALIST
VIRTUOSO
LUXURY TRAVEL ADVISOR
PLACES TO BEGIN
Where Europe Takes You
Think of these as starting points, rather than a fixed itinerary. We can explore one country in depth or combine complementary places, with time to enjoy the food, culture and landscapes along the way.
ITALY
Art-filled cities, regional food traditions and countryside worth slowing down for. Combine the places you have dreamed of with quieter corners, from Tuscan landscapes to the character of Sicily.
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SPAIN
Lively neighbourhoods, remarkable architecture and long, leisurely meals. Build your journey around culture, coast or countryside, with enough time to experience the differences between regions.
Explore Spain inspiration →
ENGLAND
Begin with London’s museums, neighbourhoods and theatre, then make room for a different pace beyond the capital. A rewarding choice for history, culture and a carefully balanced first visit.
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SWEDEN
Waterfront city life, thoughtful design and a strong sense of season. Stockholm offers a welcoming starting point for a journey shaped around culture, food and time outdoors.
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ICELAND
Volcanic landscapes, waterfalls and wide-open horizons. Plan around the experiences you value most, with realistic driving distances and flexibility for changing weather.
Explore Iceland inspiration →FINDING YOUR WAY
A European Journey That Fits You
The right itinerary reflects the people taking it. We will balance the experiences you are excited about with the time and space you need to enjoy them.
CULTURE & DISCOVERY
Explore art, architecture and local life with guides who bring each place into focus. I’ll help balance the highlights with neighbourhoods and experiences that match your interests.
FAMILY JOURNEYS
Bring generations together with a pace, hotel selection and mix of activities that work for everyone. Practical details matter, from room arrangements to time between travel days.
CELEBRATIONS
Mark a milestone with beautiful surroundings and thoughtful experiences. Whether it is a journey for two or a gathering of family and friends, the details will reflect the occasion.
HOW I PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
From the First Conversation to Your Journey Home
1. LISTEN
Every journey begins with a conversation. I take time to understand who is travelling, what matters to you and how you want your holiday to feel.
2. DESIGN
I match destinations, hotels, guides and experiences to your travel style, then bring the route and practical details together into one considered itinerary.
3. I STAY WITH YOU
Once every detail is confirmed, I prepare you for the journey and remain available while you travel, supported by trusted partners on the ground.
EUROPEAN TRAVEL INTELLIGENCE
Europe, With a Little More Insight
Ideas and practical perspective to help you choose where to go, how to spend your time and what to explore beyond the familiar.
SPAIN
From Mountains to Beaches: 15 Incredible Places to Explore in Spain
Explore the variety of Spain, from mountain landscapes and historic cities to time along the coast.
READ THE ARTICLE →SWEDEN
From Summer to Winter: How to Plan Your Perfect Trip to Stockholm
Discover how Stockholm changes through the seasons and find the atmosphere that suits your visit.
READ THE ARTICLE →Planning Europe Around You
How many places should we visit?
For a first ten-night journey, I often use two or three bases as a starting point, then adjust to your interests and pace. A change of hotel takes more time than the journey on a map suggests. I allow for packing, check-in and transfers, so your holiday is spent enjoying places rather than constantly moving between them.
Should we travel in summer or outside the busiest months?
School calendars, the experiences you want and the places you choose all matter. If your dates are flexible, I’ll compare options outside peak holiday periods. If summer is your window, we can plan thoughtful timing, advance reservations and downtime around the busiest sights.
Will we need a car, trains or private transfers?
I compare the whole journey, including luggage, station access and where your hotel is located. Trains can suit city-to-city travel; a driver can make countryside days easier. I’ll recommend the combination that makes sense for your route, rather than use the same transport throughout.
Can you plan Europe for children and grandparents together?
Yes. I look at walking distances, steps, room arrangements and the length of guided visits. A private guide, a hands-on experience and a free afternoon can work better than a full day of sightseeing. We can also plan different activities before bringing everyone together again. Read more about family and multigenerational travel.
What should we decide before our first conversation?
Your likely dates, available time and a few things you love are enough. Tell me about places or hotels you have enjoyed, anything you would rather avoid and how you want your days to feel. I’ll help you narrow the choices. See how we’ll plan your trip together.
YOUR EUROPE JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Let’s Plan a Journey That Feels Like You
Tell me what you’re dreaming about, who you’re travelling with and what matters most. Whether you have a destination in mind or are still exploring the possibilities, we’ll start with a conversation.
LET’S PLAN YOUR JOURNEYPrefer to email? hello@landiburns.com