President 1st Class Travel, Inc

Temple of Hatshepsut, Deir el-Bahari, Luxor, Egypt

Luxury, Escorted & Group Travel Specialist | Europe, Alaska, Cruises & All-Inclusive Vacations

I’ve had a passion for travel for as long as I can remember. My curiosity for the world came from my Dad, who loved discovering new places and learning about history and how other people lived. It didn’t take me long to realize that travel was not only something I loved, but something I wanted to dedicate my life to. Today, I am grateful to have built a career helping others see the world and create lasting memories with the people they care about.

I am the Owner and President of 1st Class Travel, and I have been serving travelers since 1996. I design high-touch itineraries, luxury vacations, escorted and hosted group trips, alumni and affinity travel programs, cruises, all-inclusive resort escapes, and custom journeys built around culture, history, food, and authentic experiences. My approach is personal and concierge-style: I learn what matters to you, and I build a trip that reflects those preferences with care, detail, and insight.

Escorted and group travel are major parts of my work. I personally host groups to destinations around the world and partner with alumni associations, schools, organizations, and special-interest communities who want to travel together without the stress of planning. Groups benefit from curated itineraries, knowledgeable guidance, coordinated logistics, and a sense of community that makes travel more meaningful. Whether it’s a river cruise, a European land tour, or a multi-country cultural experience, I manage the details so travelers can simply enjoy being there. My specialties include Europe (especially Italy and Greece), Alaska (Inside Passage and Denali), ocean and river cruises, and all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean. I also design destination weddings and honeymoons, multi-generational travel, and bucket-list itineraries for those who want deeper cultural experiences or unique routes beyond the typical tourist patterns. I love helping families create travel traditions and helping bucket-list travelers check off destinations they’ve dreamed about for years.

Luxury means different things to different travelers. For some, it’s a five-star resort with private transfers and VIP service. For others, it may be a boutique hotel in Rome with a rooftop view, a guided small-group food tour in Athens, or a well-designed cruise itinerary with balcony staterooms, thoughtful excursions, and stress-free logistics. My role is to understand what luxury means for you and design a travel experience that feels elevated, effortless, and memorable.

As your travel advisor, I manage the entire process from planning to return. I coordinate flights, hotels and resorts, tours, transfers, travel protection, and all the small but important details that make a trip seamless. I also monitor travel before and during your journey, assist if issues arise, and stay connected until you return home. My clients appreciate having one point of contact who knows their preferences, understands their priorities, and advocates for them throughout the process.

What I enjoy most about my work is the joy that travel brings to people. It is incredibly rewarding to know that I play a small part in helping families and friends make memories together. Travel stories get retold for years, and those shared experiences often become part of family history. That is the true value of what I do. 

I primarily serve:Luxury travelers, Escorted and hosted group travelers, Alumni and affinity organizations, Family and multi-generational travelers, Cruise travelers (ocean and river), Bucket-list and cultural travelers, and Couples planning honeymoons or destination weddings.

What sets me apart? Since 1996, I have been escorting and hosting group travel myself, offering curated luxury options tailored to each traveler. I manage all logistics end-to-end, and provide support before, during, and after travel. I design culturally rich and historically grounded itineraries.

Call me today I can't wait to work with you!