What people are saying.

  • My first trip with Archipelagos was to Kenya – we wanted both safari adventures and beach relaxation. If I’d been planning this trip on my own, and I imagine if I’d ask almost anyone else to help me plan it, we would have had to choose between the adventuring and the beach bumming – not with Jen. We got to explore Nairobi, glamp, horseback ride with zebras, go on game drives, and top the trip off with pina colada filled days on the beach. The cherry on top of it all is that we did these things in a way that kept us connected to the communities we were in and away from the travel worn, touristy paths. I’ve never appreciated the earth we live on so much or connected with local communities more than I did on that trip and I’ll be forever grateful for the experience.

    — Dascher P //

  • We had an absolutely incredible experience in Kenya thanks to Jen and Archipelagos! Jen fulfilled our every wish for our trip beyond our imaginations. Our trip was not an easy one to plan--we wanted to explore the city, go "glamping," do several days of safari and then travel to the coast to have some beach time. Jen planned the trip flawlessly. Every aspect was planned to perfection and every place we stayed was amazing and impactful. We also felt so taken care of and safe during our travels. Jen is not only immensely talented and knowledgeable, but she is also so patient and helpful for any travelers who may have questions or feel a bit apprehensive about traveling to a new part of the world. Jen is truly special and I cannot wait to plan another trip with her!

    — Rebecca K //

  • We enjoyed every minute of it. The casa we stayed at and especially our suite was exceptional. The view, fantastic. The welcome gift was such a nice surprise! I had seen first hand how well researched and resourcefull you are while we are traveling in Botswana and I had no doubts at all other trips would be an equally great experience. From the beginning you kept the chain of communication going. Your emails were very detailed and well researched (and reassuring)! Every restaurant/sundowner spot we visited enhanced the experience in a different way. Activities catered to different interests and we wish we could’ve done them all. I could see the rapport you had built with all the service providers and that was truly remarkable.

    — Radha R //

  • Archipelagos is the perfect fit for how I like to travel. Lots of free time for exploration, interesting food, lovely accommodations, and helping to build a connection to people and place. I trust them to take me to places that would be hard to navigate on my own. [They] are just great people to know. I can't recommend them highly enough.

    — Joy S //

  • My second trip [with Archipelagos] was a small group trip to Portugal. How do you make three families with vastly different priorities enjoy the same trip? I have no clue, but apparently Jen does! From beautiful horseback rides to wine tasting and from sunset sails to fun-filled Lisbon nights, this trip was a dream. Jen provided the perfect balance of choose-your-own-adventure with scheduled group activities, all while making sure we got a chance to learn about the places we were exploring. The group trip let me enjoy experiences I might not have planned myself and gave me group to enjoy them with!

    — Dascher P //

  • Our trip was nothing short of AMAZING, thanks to Archipelagos! Believe me when I say that some places you go are not the sort of destinations where you can hop off the plane and ‘wing it’. In order to see the true beauty of a place, you need to look beyond the brightly colored façades of days gone by. The insider knowledge of Archipelagos shows you what doors to step through to reveal the hidden gems of the city. With the help of the Archipelagos team, we uncovered the best ‘sundowner’ spots and eateries in the city. Better still were the excursions, which really gave us the opportunity to experience the cityscape and culture of the city with the warm and welcoming locals. Thanks to the thoughtful planning of Archipelagos, history was shared, delicious food was consumed, rum was sampled (maybe a bit too much), and friendships were formed.

    — Dorian A //

  • I had a perfect trip with the [group] and my son. Our accommodations were excellent, friendly people at the hotel and they spoiled us with their delicious breakfasts. Our options for group activities were imaginative and wonderful. I especially will remember the day we learned about local religions. Our enthusiastic guide was well-informed, and ready to share her culture. I was blessed by her priest but so far have not noticed a dramatic change in my life… I am still bubbling about my trip and thankful for your excellent leadership. I am contemplating a Spring trip to Ghana and hope you will help with the organization.

    — Charlie M

  • We cannot say enough good things about Jen and Archipelagos. Jen helped us with a very tight, jam-packed, difficult trip to Europe and Iceland this past March and it was the first of many trips we’ll work with her on in the future! She is so knowledgeable, pleasant, PATIENT, and listens to what you want and how you want to travel. All of the recommendations Jen gave us were phenomenal, unique and her service truly above and beyond!

    — Ashley D //

  • My third trip was my honeymoon. My now husband and I contacted Jen with four criteria: warmth, water, off the beaten path, ability to relax and adventure and provided absolutely no additional insight. Cue Jen and her spreadsheets and magical ideas (all of which I plan to make reality eventually). We ultimately chose Corsica and Sardinia, but after months of planning a wedding, I wanted nothing more than to NOT plan a trip. Jen was also able to make that dream come true. Instead of forcing us to make decisions, Jen provided us with the most perfect flexible itinerary with suggestions on what to do/where to eat that let us explore on our own time, but never left us wanting for ideas. In the end, we hiked a little, spent a day sailing, read many books, ate some amazing meals, drank amazing wine, and saw some of the most gorgeous views I could have imagined. It was truly a magical experience and my husband and I have already discussed whether we will return to our honeymoon spot so we can try all the things we didn't have time for on Jen’s list or if we should ask her to help us map out a new adventure.

    — Dascher P //

  • Our first trip with Archipelagos was a dream they made a reality. My husband and I lead busy lives, juggling careers and 3 young children, so having Archipelagos' expertise to scout the "best of the best" was crucial. Everything was so well organized and catered around the interests we expressed prior to the trip. It was a luxury to escape the requirements of everyday life and arrive having everything taken care of. The activities introduced us to authentic experiences that the average traveler might not have privy or access to. Our itinerary was so rich and exposed us to the incredible landscape, art, architecture, food, people and history and gave us a true 'sense of place'. We enjoyed connecting to the other travelers in our group as well as the warm locals. This unforgettable experience is one that we will be forever grateful for!

    — Danielle P //

  • Just wanted to say how appreciative I am of all the planning, thoughtfulness and organization that went into the trip. I recognize what a huge amount of work it was… but what you created for all of us was phenomenal and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Everything from the personalized welcome packages, the detailed itineraries, the gorgeous rooftops, the organized transpo, the lovely casa staff, the street dogs, the street art, the mojitos…. I could go on and on and on… Really one of the most interesting and beautiful trips of my life.

    — Stacy M //