Inspired Journey Travel is a luxury travel advisory founded by Julie Schmidt and Lisa Blair, designing bespoke journeys, curating world-class properties, and crafting transformative travel experiences across six continents. Proud members of Virtuoso and Travel Experts, a Forbes Travel Guide-endorsed agency.
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Expect to hear from us within 3 business days. We prefer to start with a conversation. It's the best way to understand what you're envisioning and begin designing around it.
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Julie & Lisa
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does the process begin?
With a conversation. We learn about your travel style, the way you like to move through a destination, and what matters most to you. From there, we begin designing around your vision.
Why work with a travel advisor?
The difference isn't more information. It's discernment, access, and execution. We help you choose exceptionally well, coordinate every detail with precision, and elevate the experience through trusted relationships and preferred partnerships that most travelers simply don't have access to.
How far in advance should I reach out?
The earlier the better, particularly for peak seasons and sought-after properties.
What added value does an advisor provide?
Our preferred partnerships often translate into elevated amenities such as complimentary breakfast, resort credits, and upgrades when available. But the greater value is advocacy, detail management, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing someone is personally invested in every aspect of your journey.
Do you plan group travel?
We design curated group experiences for up to 15 travelers, coordinating accommodations, excursions, and logistics with the same level of personal attention we bring to every journey. For larger groups, please reach out and we'll discuss what's possible.
Can you help with multigenerational travel?
Absolutely. Some of our most meaningful work has been designing journeys that bring multiple generations together. We understand the complexity and cherish the reward.