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We are dedicated to helping you discover the world with confidence and ease. Travel is about the people, the ones you bring and the ones you meet.

Aiken Trips: Experiential Travel Advisors

We are a mother-daughter team of experiential travel experts passionate about crafting journeys that transform the way you see the world. Our approach is built on personalization, high-touch service, and years of building trusted partnerships with elite in-country specialists who share our commitment to excellence and authentic experiences.

Meet Mindy- Mom of the mother daughter duo

Mindy Aiken

Mindy has spent over 30 years traveling the world to bring clients firsthand recommendations they can trust. Her passion for exploration has built deep in-country relationships and insider access that transform ordinary trips into extraordinary journeys. With three decades of boots-on-the-ground experience and industry recognition, she shares the world she knows and loves, one personalized adventure at a time.

Meet Suzie- daughter of the mother-daughter duo

Suzanne Aiken

Watching her mom's passion for travel inspired Suzie to make this her career. Traveling together over the years, including navigating unexpected challenges, taught Suzie how to anticipate problems, adapt quickly, and ensure every client's trip stays on track no matter what arises.
With 15 years of experience working with the biggest brands, she understands how precious your time off is. She handles every detail so you can focus on authentic experiences that create lasting memories.

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Personalized Travel Experiences Curated by Experts

Custom Travel Experiences

We craft experiences as special as you are

Whether it's a milestone celebration, a romantic escape, or an adventure with friends, we design journeys as unique as you are.

We take the time to understand your travel style, then thoughtfully curate every element, from activities and accommodations to hidden gems and stunning settings.

Where's Next

Hosted Travel Experiences

Our hosted group trips bring together vetted, like-minded travelers who share your curiosity and sense of adventure.

Culinary discoveries, wine, cultural immersion, active exploration - all with the personalized service that keeps you inspired and safe.

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Family Vacations

Journeys that keep the whole family happy

Family travel should delight everyone.

We craft journeys that captivate kids, indulge parents' wanderlust, and make sure grandparents and extended family feel the magic too, with just the right mix of adventure, culture, and really good food.

Let's plan your trip

Travel Consulting Services

For travelers who love the planning process, we're here to enhance, not replace your research.

We work with you however it's most valuable. You set the level of involvement, and we fill in the gaps with expertise, safety tips, advocacy, and support when you need it most.

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