Crafting Journeys for Discerning Travellers
About Us
Unforgettable experiences
Crafting personalized itineraries that cater to your unique preferences.
Certified Travel Experts
Benefit from the expertise and knowledge of our travel professionals who have firsthand, insider knowledge of each destination.
Value for Money
Enjoy privileged access to exclusive products, bespoke experiences, and elite perks that elevate your journey.
Beyond exceptional since 2003
The Luxury Destinations Travel was founded in 2003 by a travel professional with deep roots in the Greek tourism industry and over two decades of hands-on experience across the world's most prestigious travel brands. From the outset, the agency was built on a single conviction: that truly exceptional travel demands expertise, discretion, and an unwavering commitment to detail that no algorithm or online platform can replicate.
We work with a deliberately limited number of clients. This is a considered choice, not a constraint. It allows our team to dedicate the depth of attention, creativity, and personal involvement that bespoke luxury travel genuinely requires. New clients are accepted by referral or by appointment only, and every itinerary is developed through a professional planning engagement — ensuring that each journey receives our full focus from the first conversation to the final confirmation.
Our advisors hold elite certifications from the travel industry's most respected organisations, including Travel Leaders Network — the largest professional travel advisor network in North America — and The Travel Institute, the global standard-bearer for travel industry education since 1964. These credentials, combined with long-standing relationships with leading luxury hotels, private guides, cruise lines, and exclusive ground operators worldwide, translate directly into privileged access, preferred rates, and curated experiences that are simply not available to the general public.
Meet our Founder & CEO
Nikoleta Skoulika Tsantes
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist
Nikoleta is a Luxury Travel Advisor and Luxury Cruises Expert who specialises in curating bespoke journeys — whether it's a milestone celebration, a romantic escape, a once-in-a-lifetime expedition, or a thoughtfully planned group experience, every journey she designs is guided by deep destination knowledge, trusted local connections, and a highly personal approach.
With over 23 years of experience in the travel industry, Nikoleta has worn many hats — from travel consultant to customer support manager for major travel companies. Her background includes working with a leading Destination Management Company, where she served as a B2B Account Manager for renowned brands such as Adventures by Disney and National Geographic. This behind-the-scenes experience allows her to understand travel not only from a client perspective, but also from the operational side — ensuring seamless execution and elevated service.
A native Greek who splits her time between Greece and the United States, Nikoleta brings insider access, deep destination knowledge, and trusted local relationships to every itinerary she designs. Over the years, she has personally planned journeys across Greece, Italy, France, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Scotland, Iceland, Norway, Lapland, the Netherlands, Egypt & Morocco, Alaska, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Tahiti and the Maldives — serving more than 3,000 clients across her companies.
Whether you're dreaming of the Greek islands, a romantic journey through Italy, or an expedition into the wild beauty of Alaska, Nikoleta is here to transform your vision into an extraordinary reality. Your next luxury escape starts here.
Memberships
Certifications
Clients
Client Reviews
Our Italy Trip
Had a great trip making great memories! Loved everything that was planned for us and how simple it made the trip so we could really enjoy it. Can't wait for the next one!
Jess
Temecula, CA — Italy
Once in a lifetime experience!
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Niki and the incredible experience she helped us create. What started as the desire to see a total eclipse after our first one in the US turned into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through Italy, France, and Spain on a Cunard cruise. Our travel agent stayed in contact with us for three years leading up to the trip. She was incredibly patient, attentive, and thorough throughout the entire process. The itinerary took us to some incredible ports and the highlight was experiencing the total solar eclipse from the ship with perfectly clear skies. She didn't just book a vacation and disappear — she stayed connected with us for years and genuinely seemed just as excited as we were. We are incredibly grateful for everything she did to make this dream trip possible.
Devinc
Spokane, WA — Europe
Attentive care
For a luxury experience travel agent, Nikoleta found us a great cruise at a great price. She offered every possible option, and while I made many of my own arrangements, her attention to detail was greatly appreciated. When our plans changed slightly, she again found the best solution and saved us a great deal of money. Our luxury cruise went off without a hitch. I would not hesitate to use her services again, but would perhaps put even more details into her capable hands.
Bill
Sherman Oaks, CA — Rome, Italy
The Luxury Destinations Travel — Who We Are
The Luxury Destinations Travel is a boutique luxury travel agency and private travel advisory founded in 2003. We have over 20 years of experience designing fully bespoke private journeys, luxury small group tours, luxury cruises, and custom travel experiences for high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients worldwide.
Our founder and team
Our founder, Nikoleta Skoulika Tsantes, is a luxury travel specialist with over 20 years of experience and deep expertise in Greece and worldwide destinations. Every client works directly with Nikoleta or a senior travel advisor — not a call centre — from first enquiry to return home. We are a boutique agency, not a large online travel company.
Professional memberships and certifications
- ASTA — American Society of Travel Advisors (member)
- CLIA — Cruise Lines International Association (member)
- Travel Leaders Network (member)
- DWHSA — Destination Wedding and Honeymoon Specialists Association (member)
- Tauck Certified Agent
- AmaWaterways Certified Advisor
- Adventures by Disney Certified Agent
- Norwegian Cruise Line Masters Degree
- Princess Cruises Academy Certified
- Windstar Star Specialist
- Travel Leaders Certified Leisure Travel Specialist
- Travel Trusted Advisor (Travel Leaders Network)
- The Travel Institute member
Why choose The Luxury Destinations Travel for bespoke luxury travel?
We are a boutique advisory where every itinerary is crafted from scratch. We do not sell off-the-shelf packages. We have exclusive access to preferred rates, upgrades, and amenities through our partner relationships with leading luxury hotels, cruise lines, and tour operators. Our clients trust us to handle every detail — from private transfers and exclusive experiences to restaurant reservations and VIP access — so they can simply enjoy their journey.
Contact The Luxury Destinations Travel
Email: info@theluxurydestinationstravel.com | Phone: +1 330-978-3022 | Website: theluxurydestinationstravel.com