How a travel advisor can save time for working parents and professionals

If you’re a busy professional, working parent or busy executive assistant, your calendar is packed, your inbox never sleeps, and “free time” is just another name for catching up on work. Sound familiar?

What might surprise you, though, is how many high-achieving professionals outsource cleaning, childcare, and personal admin—yet still spend hours planning complex trips themselves.

I’ve worked in the travel industry for over 15 years, across luxury hotel brands, online travel agencies, and tour operators and I’ve seen the behind-the-scenes magic, but I’ve also seen the mistakes people make when they try to “do it all”—especially with travel planning.

As a luxury travel advisor, my job is simple: I help time-poor, experience-driven professionals travel better, without stress, guesswork, or wasted time.

The true cost of DIY travel planning

Let’s be real: planning a trip well takes hours. And for a busy executive, that time comes out of your evenings, your weekends, or—worse yet—your workday. That’s not just inconvenient. That’s expensive.

Here’s what I see often:

• Endless Google searches that lead to decision fatigue

• Missed opportunities for perks, upgrades, or experiences

• Pieced-together trips that don’t quite flow

• Stress that starts before the suitcase is even packed

As one of my clients put it:

“Lola handled our itinerary with such professionalism and attention to detail. I didn’t have to worry about a thing. She thought of everything—literally everything.”

The value I bring as your personal travel advisor

1. I save you time—before, during, and after you travel

Your time is too valuable to spend scrolling TripAdvisor or troubleshooting flight changes.

When I planned a Singapore and Doha holiday for a multigenerational family last December, they said:

“We had a phenomenal time! Thank you for planning such an unforgettable family trip. Everything was seamless from start to finish.”

2. I curate with care—because you deserve better than generic

Whether it’s your honeymoon, a work trip with downtime, or a family getaway, I design every itinerary with purpose and personal touch. I’ve lived and worked across the US, China, Philippines, Africa, the UAE, the Netherlands, and the UK—so cultural nuance and tailored experiences are second nature to me.

3. I unlock access you can’t find online

My industry relationships translate to room upgrades, early check-ins, late check-outs, and VIP treatment. You don’t get that from an online booking site.

4. I handle the headaches—so you don’t have to

Travel disruptions happen. But when you have me in your corner, you’re not stuck on hold. I’ve navigated last-minute cancellations, rerouted itineraries mid-trip, and even helped a client get emergency travel assistance during a visa mishap in the Middle East. You get peace of mind—no matter what.

Let’s be honest… If you're already outsourcing tasks to reclaim time—cleaning, groceries, virtual assistants—why wouldn’t you outsource travel?

Because travel isn’t just another task. It’s the reward for your hard work. It’s the one thing you don’t want to DIY halfway.

Finally, working with a travel advisor isn’t a luxury. It's a smart delegation.

You bring the vision—I bring the strategy, the support, and the sparkle.

Let’s design your next travel adventure that works just as hard as you do.

Ready to travel brilliantly? Reach out to me , I’d love to take the stress off your plate and help you explore the world, one unforgettable trip at a time.

xx Lola xx