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Personalized Travel Planning by Expert Advisors: Custom Trips, Hosted Tours & Family Vacations

We are so happy you are here!

Aiken for a Trip is 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 30 years of building trusted partnerships with elite in-country specialists who share our commitment to excellence and authentic experiences. We are dedicated to helping you discover the world with confidence and ease.

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, over 50+ industry certifications, and experience and industry recognition, she shares the world she knows and loves, one personalized adventure at a time.

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 is ASTA certified and 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

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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.

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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

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.

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Travel Consulting Services

From corporate travel management to personal trip planning, we're here to enhance your research and elevate your experience.

You lead, we support. Set the level of involvement and we'll bring the expertise, safety guidance, and advocacy to complement your plans

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