Travel Made Simple

There is a version of this trip that lives up to what you imagined.

Most travelers return home with photographs and a quiet sense that something was slightly off. The hotel was fine. The itinerary was full. But the trip never quite became the one they had in mind — the one that felt unhurried and genuinely their own.

That is the gap The Field Guide was built to close.

We work with travelers who are intentional about how they spend their time abroad. People who want fewer things done better. Who care less about covering ground and more about understanding a place. Whether you need a single conversation to get unstuck or someone to handle every detail from first inquiry to final day, there is a level of support designed for where you are.

From weekend escapes to once-in-a-lifetime adventures, we handle the details so you can stay focused on the fun. Think of us as your friendly co-pilots: easy to reach, happy to adjust, and always cheering you on toward unforgettable memories.

We currently offer bespoke itinerary planning and travel advisory services for:

  • Belgium

  • England

  • France

  • Honduras

  • Italy

  • The Netherlands

  • Spain

  • The United States

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01 —Travel Strategy Session

For the traveler who needs clarity, not a plan.

45 minutes · $150

You know roughly where you want to go. But somewhere between the first search tab and the fourteenth, the trip started feeling like a project. Too many options. Too much conflicting advice. No clear way to know what actually matters for the kind of traveler you are.

A Travel Strategy Session is a focused 45-minute conversation with a destination specialist. We cut through what you have accumulated, tell you what is worth your time and what is not, and leave you with a clear direction and the confidence to move forward.

Perhaps you are deciding between the best neighborhood to stay in Paris, wondering whether Cinque Terre is worth a day trip, or if that cupcake spot in Georgetown is worth the queue.

This is not a planning service. It is a reset.

What’s Included

  • 45-minute Zoom consultation

  • Straight answers to the questions that have been slowing you down

  • Destination-specific guidance tailored to your travel style

  • Follow up notes with recommendations and helpful links sent after the call

This service is right for you if: You have a destination in mind, rough timeframe, and a draft itinerary. You want an expert perspective, not another listicle.

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02 — Trip Consultation

For the traveler with a vision who needs it shaped into a plan.

60 minutes + written plan · $350

You have done the research. You know which country, which region, roughly how long. What you do not have is a trip that flows — one where the pace is right, the places connect, and the experiences actually reflect how you want to travel.

A Trip Consultation takes what you have and builds it into something coherent. We spend an hour together working through your vision, then deliver a written plan within seven days: a route designed around your travel style, curated accommodation options, restaurant and experience recommendations, and the logistical clarity to book with confidence.

You will not need to start over. You will just finally have a plan worth executing.

What you get:

  • Pre-call questionnaire so we arrive prepared

  • 60-minute video consultation with a Field Guide specialist

  • Written travel plan delivered as a PDF within seven days, including:

    • Day-by-day route and pacing recommendations

    • Up to three accommodation options per destination

    • Curated restaurant, experience, and cultural recommendations

    • Transport and logistics guidance

  • One round of follow-up questions by email

This service is right for you if: You have a destination and a general shape for the trip but need someone to pressure-test it, sharpen it, and put it in writing.

Please note: If you move forward with a Complete Itinerary or Full-Service Travel Planning package within 30 days, the consultation fee of $350 will be credited toward your package.

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03 — Complete Itinerary Design

For the traveler who wants everything figured out before they leave.

Custom · from $750

You are not interested in approximate. You want to know where you are sleeping on night four, which table to request at dinner on night six, and exactly how long the drive takes on the morning of day nine. You want a trip designed from the ground up — not adapted from a template, not borrowed from a blog — built around the specific way you travel.

Complete Itinerary Design is our most detailed planning service. We take your destination, your dates, your travel style, and your interests and return a day-by-day itinerary that requires nothing of you but to show up.

Every recommendation is researched, considered, and chosen for you — not for a generalized version of a traveler like you.

What you get:

  • In-depth intake questionnaire and optional discovery call

  • Full day-by-day itinerary document, including:

    • Detailed daily flow with timing and pacing guidance

    • Accommodation recommendations with booking notes

    • Curated dining, experiences, and cultural context for each destination

    • Transport logistics, transfers, and local navigation guidance

    • A pre-departure briefing document covering what to know before you go

  • Two rounds of revisions

  • Email support through the planning process

This service is right for you if: You want a complete, ready-to-travel itinerary and do not want to spend another hour on research.

Please note: Accommodation booking, restaurant reservations, and experience ticketing are available as add-ons upon request for all destinations. Private guided tours with a dedicated local guide and driver are currently available in Honduras only. Flight booking is not offered.

Pricing varies by destination, duration, and complexity. A brief intake form helps us quote accurately.

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04 — Full Service Travel Planning

For the traveler who wants every detail handled.

Custom · from $1,500 inquiry only

Some trips require more than a plan on paper. You want someone who knows the right person to call, can secure a reservation the public cannot, and will be available when something needs to change at short notice. You want a partner in the planning — not just a document.

Full Service Travel Planning is The Field Guide at its most complete. We handle the strategy, the itinerary, and the execution — researching, booking, and coordinating every element of your trip on your behalf. From accommodation and private guides to restaurant reservations, transfers, and experiences that require advance access, we take care of it all.

You make the decisions. We handle everything else.

What you get:

  • Everything in Complete Itinerary Design, plus:

  • Full booking management — accommodation, transportation, experiences, and dining reservations

  • Access to our network of local contacts, private guides, and off-market experiences

  • Pre-trip briefing call and final travel documents

  • In-trip support: we are reachable if plans need to change

  • Post-trip debrief for future travel

This service is right for you if: You have a significant trip — a milestone, an extended journey, or simply something important — and you want it handled with complete care and discretion.

Please note: Full booking management — including accommodation, dining reservations, and experiences — is available across all destinations upon request. Private guided tours (you and your travel companions only) with a dedicated local guide and driver are currently available in Honduras only. Flight booking is not offered.

This service is offered to a limited number of clients at a time. Inquire to check availability.

Let’s Work Together!

If you are unsure where to start, a Travel Strategy Session is almost always the right first step. One conversation is usually enough to clarify exactly what you need.

Complete the inquiry form below to schedule your consultation. Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to help us make the most of our time together.

The sessions are offered in English and Spanish.