Meet Our Team

Fariza Meyer | CEO, Founder & Global Luxury Travel Advisor

(Patterson, CA)

Caribbean Roots

Born in Trinidad & Tobago, a two-island state located in the Caribbean, and destined to travel the world, Fariza immigrated to the United States of America at the age of 15 and fell in love with the country. 

After fulfilling her travel dreams and exploring six continents, thirty-six years later, Fariza decided to turn her passion for travel into founding her own independent travel company.

Experiential Traveler

Fariza has experienced experiential ‘luxury’ travel in various forms, to include dancing with The Maasai Tribe in Tanzania, camel-trekking in the Arabian Desert, breakfast in a Bedouin Camp, five-star accommodations worldwide, dining at Michelin-Star restaurants, and so much more. She has spent her entire adult life broadening her knowledge and perspective on less-visited countries. Fariza believes that countries furthest from her and less-traveled are the ones that offer the most unique lifetime experiences.

Global Luxury Travel Advisor

As a global luxury travel advisor, I believe that finding unique ways to immerse yourself in your travel dreams is truly rewarding. This is why we specialize in experiential travel. It is my hope to help my clients realize their dreams, experience the world, and create a lifetime of ‘unique’ travel memories. I am a believer that life is a gift and it is meant to be lived.

What I find to be personally ‘luxurious’ is immersing oneself in another culture, being a part of a different environment than our normal day to day, deepening the connection with those who speak a different language, learning new customs and courtesies, and tasting the flavors of a new cuisine.

– Fariza

Peonca Grier | Travel Advisor (Orlando, Florida)

About Me

Born in Flint, Michigan, I began my love for travel at the age of 14 when I took my first solo plane ride to Atlanta, Georgia. My dream as a child was to be a flight attendant so I could meet people and travel the world…that is until I learned I did not meet the height requirements. I have always had a passion for learning and therefore travel was inevitable in my eyes. I love visiting new places and exploring the history, culture, and customs. I consider myself a “foodie” so finding the best places to eat is one of my many pleasures when traveling.

I love the beach and travel often to nearby Florida beaches and the Caribbean. I have traveled to Jamaica (and all its cities) and Punta Cana on several occasions. I also love visiting Canada when afforded the opportunity. I have traveled within the states to Boston, Atlantic City, Nashville, Huntsville, Birmingham, Charleston, San Antonio, Dallas, New Orleans, Omaha, St. Louis, Tulsa, Charlotte, Phoenix, and Martha’s Vineyard. My favorite trip was through Oregon seeing all the sites the state had to offer such as Cannon Beach, Multnomah Falls, and the Willamette Valley for wine tasting. Most recently, I traveled to Las Vegas to a music festival with friends for a fun girls’ getaway. My bucket list for international travel includes Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Tanzania, and St. Barts.

As I continue to grow my own travel experiences, I love to plan luxury and budget-friendly travel to explore the world and make memories. Life is short and you should relish the time you can spend doing things that bring you joy. It is my belief that the more you travel the more you learn about other people, other cultures, other communities, and you also learn a lot about yourself.  I would love to help you find your next adventure.


Jennylyn Patague | Travel Advisor & Administrative Assistant (Tracy, CA)

I am a Tracy, CA resident currently studying at CSU Stanislaus. I’m majoring in Spanish and Psychology with a Music minor.

I was born in the Philippines and moved to the United States at the age of 11. Living in California and being exposed to a melting pot of people with diverse backgrounds has made me curious to learn about different cultures and languages. In the summer of 2022, I was able to do a short study abroad trip in Costa Rica. Aside from this, I have traveled all over California and have taken trips back to the Philippines with the last one being the summer of 2023.

These experiences have helped expand and shape my view of what travel means to me.
From experiencing life in other parts of the world, discovering local forests, making memories with strangers, or walking through the busiest cities in the world, travel is something that connects us all and gives us the opportunity to see life in each other’s eyes. 


Kimberly Thompson | Travel Advisor (Shiloh, IL)

Hi everyone!

I’m a Midwest born & raised woman with a passion for exploration and discovery, which is something I inherited from my mother. My adventurous spirit has taken me to every corner of North America, from bustling city streets to tropical paradises over the last five decades. I love to craft personalized itineraries that offer unforgettable journeys, ensuring every trip is filled with excitement, relaxation, and most importantly, unforgettable memories.


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