Monique Owen

Born and raised in Melbourne, travel is in Monique’s antipodean blood. After receiving a Bachelor of Science and Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, followed by a six-month backpacking trip around Europe, Monique spent the next decade working for a global firm in Human Resources. Monique’s work brought her to the US in 2003.

In 2007, Monique left the corporate world to attend Le Cordon Bleu culinary school and graduated with honors. She has since married her passion for food and travel, and considers food one of the most important aspects of travel. Exploring local markets and restaurants is most often top of her list, especially after spending several summers in the European countryside.

With three young children, Monique has a particular interest and expertise in vacation planning for families… and luxurious and romantic getaways without children.

Favorite Hotels & Resorts

Amangiri Utah, La Reserve Ramatuelle, Amankila Bali, Hotel du Cap Eden Roc, Tiberio Palace Capri, Hotel Splendido, Borgo Egnazia, Saffire Freycinet, Ett Hem, The Ranch at Rock Creek.

Xena Fernandez

Xena was born and raised in the Philippines. Her wanderlust began at the age of 12 when she started actively traveling with her parents for work and fun. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree and latin honors, Xena spent two years traveling the globe.  Xena has visited 33 countries and counting and now combines her vast destination experience with a passion for planning and client service.  Aside from traveling, Xena enjoys floristry and going to concerts. 

Recently Visited

Kyoto, Taipei, New York, Toronto, Osaka, Shanghai, Barcelona, Madrid, Granada, London, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Bath, Sydney, Melbourne, Budapest, Prague, Salzburg, Vienna, Hallstatt, Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Tokyo, Hokkaido, Dubai, Da Nang, Hanoi, and Switzerland