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Travel advisor Lisa Good is grateful to provide leisure, independent, corporate and group travel arrangements, incentive trips, and experience vacations, as well as other luxury travel concierge services. With appreciation for destinations around the globe, Lisa holds a Certification in Travel, Hospitality and Tourism from New York University, is a Certified Luxury Travel Specialist and is a Certified Destination Specialist in Hawaiian, European and Bahamian destinations.

Q: I have always planned my own travel, why use a travel agent? Using a travel agent enhances your overall travel experience and takes the burden of the planning off your plate so you can enjoy the whole process. You will save time by letting my expertise and research help guide you. As a Travel Advisor, I stay apprised of new reviews, property information, and travel insights—and I can provide first-hand knowledge. Thanks to my long-standing relationships with travel providers and the Virtuoso network, I have access to insider perks like upgrades, special travel fares, limited-time discounts and exclusive offers— not advertised to the public. These perks can add significant value to your trip and enhance your overall experience. When a flight is canceled, there’s a problem with a reservation, or if a catastrophe hits, it's easy to see which travelers booked with a travel advisor—they’re the ones relaxing while the advisor takes care of everything! During planning, I will help you avoid booking mistakes and protect your vacation investment. I’ll also be there to smooth out any problems that might occur along the way. Your vacation time is valuable, so it helps to have a travel professional on your side to enhance every facet of your journey.

Q: How far in advance should I plan future travel? It’s never too early! I am currently accepting reservations and have travel bookings extending to 2025. Planning ahead secures early discount pricing, great rooms, airline placement, and gives travelers something to look forward to—especially for bespoke destinations. It’s also great for getting ahead of any unforeseen hurdles like passports and visas.

with LISA GOOD, CURATOR OF TRAVEL AND CONNOISSEUR OF LIFE, NOBILIS TRAVEL

Q: Why should I consider traveling alone? I am an avid solo traveler! A trip on your own should be penciled into your calendar as if it is a national holiday—your own national holiday. Naturally there is work, family and pet care situations to consider but, for the most part, everyone has at least one weekend in a year to spare for themselves. Start planning some travel time for you—and only you. You probably need it and you definitely deserve it!

Q: Where do I start when I’m ready to plan a trip? It’s easy! I want to know your travel dreams and create a customized journey you’ll love—so we begin with the ‘Design A Trip’ form on my website. Next, I present some preliminary ideas and we discuss itinerary details including activities, excursions, and dining options. Then, we finalize selections together and you will have a detailed itinerary prior to travel. All you have to do is pack!

Q: What unique experiences can you design? I think outside the box to provide carefully curated travel experiences focused on bucket lists, shared interests, as well as group dynamics. Golf travel is one of the most popular groups and sports-focused trips where guests play world-class European courses in different countries all in one journey. Adventurous clients enjoy expedition travel to the arctics—where its not uncommon to spend the night on an iceberg! Would you like a helicopter ride from the airport to your resort? Prefer to stay in an Italian castle? Need a photographer for sparkling Instagram photos? I know the resources to customize any activity or event for an unforgettable... unique... journey.

Q: Do you charge a fee for your services? There is not a fee in most cases. For customized planning and itineraries on trips of more than five days and for group travel, I do charge a $250 design fee after our initial consultation to protect the time utilized for research, booking, and itinerary management throughout the client’s trip.

Q: What are current trends in travel? One current travel trend is river cruising. It’s a wonderful cultural and culinary way to see hard-to-reach places and multiple destinations at any time of the year. My couples are seeking Greece more than any other location now. And, of course, allinclusive beach resorts are always a favorite for sun seekers. When you’re ready... let’s grab a glass of bubbly and get started planning your customized trip of a lifetime.

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