Why Gather Travel Exists

Travel planning shouldn't feel like a sales pitch

The Problem I Kept Seeing

After years of watching friends struggle with travel planning, I realized the traditional travel industry had it backwards.

Smart, busy people were spending hours researching trips, getting overwhelmed by endless options, or giving up and booking generic packages that didn't fit their style. Meanwhile, travel agents were incentivized to sell whatever earned them the highest commission, not what was best for the traveler.

I saw friends:

  • Spending weeks researching only to second-guess every decision
  • Booking trips that looked good online but didn't match their actual interests
  • Paying for "personalized" service that felt like a sales pitch
  • Missing out on amazing experiences because they didn't know they existed

There had to be a better way.

Travel planning frustration
[Your Name], Founder of Gather Travel

Meet [Your Name]

Founder & Chief Travel Curator

[Add your personal background here - your travel experience, what led you to start this business, your philosophy about travel, and what makes you passionate about helping others plan trips.]

[Example: "I've been the 'trip planner' in my friend group for over a decade. I'm the person who loves diving deep into research, finding those perfect hidden restaurants, and creating detailed itineraries. But I noticed that what I loved about planning - the research and discovery - was exactly what my friends found overwhelming and time-consuming."]

[Continue with your story about why you decided to turn this into a business, your travel experience, and your approach to helping others.]

My Travel Philosophy

  • Every traveler is unique - one size fits none
  • The best trips combine planning with spontaneity
  • Local connections make all the difference
  • Quality experiences matter more than quantity
  • Your time and money deserve respect

Our Mission

To gather the world's best travel insights, connections, and resources so that busy travelers can make informed decisions about their perfect trip without the hassle of endless research.

We believe travel planning should be a partnership, not a sales transaction. When we remove the commission structure and focus purely on your interests, something beautiful happens: you get honest advice, personalized recommendations, and the confidence that comes from knowing someone is truly on your side.

Travel planning partnership

How We're Different

Transparency

Complete Transparency

Our flat-fee model means no hidden agendas. You know exactly what you're paying for and why we're recommending what we recommend.

Deep Research

Deep Research

We don't just Google destinations. We leverage our network, read local publications, and find the experiences that guidebooks miss.

True Personalization

True Personalization

Every recommendation is filtered through your specific interests, budget, and travel style. No generic packages or one-size-fits-all solutions.

You Stay in Control

You Stay in Control

We provide the research and recommendations, you make the bookings. Your trip, your timeline, your preferred booking platforms.

Our Approach

Quality Over Quantity

We work with a limited number of clients each month to ensure every portfolio gets the attention it deserves. This isn't a volume business - it's about creating exceptional experiences for travelers who value quality planning.

Network-Driven Research

Our recommendations come from a carefully cultivated network of local contacts, fellow travelers, and industry insiders who share our values. We're constantly building relationships that benefit our entire community.

Continuous Improvement

Every trip teaches us something new. We gather feedback from every client and use those insights to improve our research and recommendations for future travelers.

Our research approach

Ready to Experience the Difference?

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