Hi, I'm Carla, an Virtuoso luxury travel advisor based in Tampa, Florida. I help busy couples alleviate the stress of researching and planning their well-deserved vacations. By personalizing the travel experience according to my clients' travel style, preferred pace, and goals, I help eliminate decision fatigue. My expertise is in crafting unique and personalized itineraries for Italy first-timers, luxury river-cruises with pre and/or post cruise immersions, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences such as chasing the Northern Lights and Antarctica or Galápagos expeditions. My clients are adventurous or curious at heart and prefer to travel off-the-beaten path, desire small-group and private touring, and appreciate travel as an essential part of living a full life. I help manage the finer details to avoid hiccups along the way. I'm with you as your advocate from the planning stages, during travel, and until you return home. All you need to do is pack! Subscribe to my monthly travel newsletter for debunked travel myths, packing insights, luxury travel tips, insider details and more.
Discover Wanderlust Travel | November 2025 Newsletter
Dates, pricing, and more details can be found here. If you are considering any river cruise, its best to look into them as early as possible to ensure the dates and cabin you prefer are available. Ama's Paris to Normandy is a very popular itinerary. Final payments on AmaWaterways are not due until 90 days before sailing (vs 120 or more on Viking). If you are interested in exploring this region, I recommend the following at a minimum:
For an upscale stay while you explore Paris, consider the Cheval Blanc Paris: Cheval Blanc Paris is a refined urban luxury retreat located in a beautifully restored Art Deco landmark on the banks of the Seine in the heart of Paris. With only 72 rooms and suites, each offering sweeping views of Paris's iconic landmarks and enhanced by bespoke butler service and a Dior-branded spa with one of France’s longest indoor pools, this property presents both privacy and indulgence. It is located just minutes from key transportation hubs and ideal for a relaxed arrival in Paris. The intimate scale and high-level service mean the stay feels like a personalised retreat rather than simply a hotel stopover, which is perfect if you are seeking a certain level of luxury and want to start your trip in Paris with elegance and ease. If you or your intimate group are interested in an elevated experience in the Paris and Normandy area, contact me to discuss. Travel Industry News & TrendsHave a friend or colleague who loves to travel and would appreciate the value a dedicated travel advisor can bring? Refer them to me! I am passionate about travel and will take care of all the details. I provide top-tier service from beginning to end, and can offer amenities not found by booking direct. Please share this newsletter with them! Contact me when you are ready to stress less and elevate your next travel adventure!
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Carla | Discover Wanderlust Travel
Hi, I'm Carla, an Virtuoso luxury travel advisor based in Tampa, Florida. I help busy couples alleviate the stress of researching and planning their well-deserved vacations. By personalizing the travel experience according to my clients' travel style, preferred pace, and goals, I help eliminate decision fatigue. My expertise is in crafting unique and personalized itineraries for Italy first-timers, luxury river-cruises with pre and/or post cruise immersions, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences such as chasing the Northern Lights and Antarctica or Galápagos expeditions. My clients are adventurous or curious at heart and prefer to travel off-the-beaten path, desire small-group and private touring, and appreciate travel as an essential part of living a full life. I help manage the finer details to avoid hiccups along the way. I'm with you as your advocate from the planning stages, during travel, and until you return home. All you need to do is pack! Subscribe to my monthly travel newsletter for debunked travel myths, packing insights, luxury travel tips, insider details and more.
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