Services
We design private travel experiences and destination celebrations worldwide for individuals, couples, and groups. Our work blends cultural authenticity, social impact, and thoughtful service to help travelers experience the world meaningfully. Learn more about our services below.
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Hosted Experiences & Group Planning
Our hosted and group experiences are designed to connect people, places, and cultures. From discovering hidden gems to savoring local cuisine, each journey is designed to be immersive, seamless, and unforgettable.
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Discover history, art, culture, cuisine, and customs
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Enjoy curated culinary and gastronomic experiences
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Experience authentic local lifestyles and traditions
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Journey off the beaten path to uncover hidden gems
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Join one of our upcoming hosted experiences, or collaborate with us to bring your own group travel vision to life. Whether it’s a milestone celebration, corporate retreat, or friends’ getaway, you set the vision, and we handle the planning, vendor coordination, and logistics so you can focus on enjoying the experience.
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For groups of 300 or more, ask for our large group capabilities statement.
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Metem CouCou™
This signature program blends education and experience, using food as both a lens and a bridge to spark conversation about how interconnected we are and how culinary traditions link our global stories.
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Through immersive workshops, cooking classes, and curated travel experiences, Metem CouCou™ celebrates the flavors that unite us while supporting local chefs, farmers, and heritage food initiatives across the diaspora.
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This experience invites you to:
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Discover how food tells the story of migration, memory, and identity across the diaspora
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Participate in hands-on experiences led by culinary experts, historians, and local storytellers
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Engage in meaningful cultural exchange that supports community-driven impact
Black Girl Retreat ™
This experience is an intentional invitation to slow down and exhale. Designed for Black women in particular, this experience blends wellness, community, and cultural connection in restorative settings that encourage stillness and reflection.
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From one-day to multi-day gatherings, Black Girl Retreat™ creates space to rest deeply, laugh loudly, and connect with women who just get it. Guided by trusted practitioners and partners who understand the power of care and community, each retreat reminds you that it’s okay to pause—and essential to pour back into yourself.
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This experience invites you to:
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Pause, rest, and restore through intentional wellness and reflection
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Connect with your tribe — in a space where you belong
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Return renewed, grounded, and ready to take up space, sis
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Intimate Travel Planning
Our individual travel planning services are available through our membership program.
Live It Inner Circle
Complimentary annual membership for individuals who plan ahead and appreciate personalized guidance. Includes one annual planning session and personalized destination insights from your dedicated advisor.
Live La Vie
Private membership for individuals who want ongoing, personalized planning and dedicated support. Includes a Private Travel Director for year-round itinerary design and coordination, concierge assistance during travel, and on-the-ground management for select private experiences and destination celebrations.
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Jet Set Romance ™
Jet Set Romance™ is our signature destination celebration planning service for couples who want more than a beautiful event — they want an extraordinary shared experience.
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Our approach goes beyond the celebration. We bring together travel design, event planning, and concierge coordination to craft experiences that connect your guests to the destination, infuse cultural authenticity, and reflect your unique love story. From venue selection and guest accommodations to curated itineraries, welcome events, and travel logistics, our team manages every element of the celebration journey so you can focus on being fully present with the people you love.
Destination Proposals
Every proposal deserves a setting as extraordinary as the moment itself. We design experiences that feel personal, seamless, and unforgettable, from finding the perfect location to ensuring every detail is in place. Knowing that everything is taken care of gives you peace of mind and quiet confidence to focus on what matters most — getting that “yes.”
Your love deserves to be celebrated in a way that feels as meaningful as it is beautiful. We plan destination weddings that unfold as multi-day experiences, thoughtfully designed for you and your guests to connect, explore, and celebrate together. From venue selection and travel arrangements to event coordination and on-the-ground support, every moment is managed with care and intention.
Destination Anniversaries
Whether you’re honoring a milestone or creating new memories, we curate destination anniversary experiences that blend celebration, relaxation, and connection. Each itinerary is tailored to your story, allowing you to slow down, rediscover one another, and celebrate how far you’ve come.
Honeymoons
Your first journey together deserves to be effortless and unforgettable. We create tailor-made honeymoons that balance rest and discovery, weaving in cultural moments and thoughtful touches that reflect your shared passions and story. From the first flight to the final toast, every detail is seamlessly coordinated so you can simply enjoy the beginning of forever.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a compilation of the most common questions and their corresponding answers that our clients frequently ask us. If you are unable to find the information you are looking for, please don't hesitate to contact us. We will make sure to respond to your inquiry as quickly as possible.
Q: Who is Garry x Olivia?
A. We are a travel design and experience planning company. We curate private travel experiences and destination celebrations for individuals, couples, and groups. We connect people to place, culture, and community through thoughtful design and meaningful service.
Q: What services do you offer?
A: We offer full-service travel planning through our membership program, along with destination celebration planning and curated hosted experiences
Q: What are your Hosted Travel Experiences?
A: Our hosted programs are signature group experiences created and led by our team. Our two programs are Metem CouCou™, which explores the foodways that connect us, and Black Girl Retreat™, a restorative space for Black women to rest, reflect, and reconnect.
Q: What makes your travel planning unique?
A: We curate unimaginable experiences. We’re constantly exploring and seeking out exclusive destinations that help our clients discover the world in new, meaningful ways. Our suggestions are rooted in first-hand insight, and each itinerary is custom-designed around your style, pace, and goals. We manage the details so you can travel with ease and confidence.
Q: What destinations do you work in?
A: The world. We plan globally and can help you get anywhere you want to go, with the right partners in place to support your experience.
Q: Why do you operate through a membership model?
A: We’re a small but mighty team, and our membership program ensures that clients who are committed to working with us receive the time, focus, and expertise required to design extraordinary travel and celebration experiences. Membership allows us to plan intentionally while maintaining the quality and personal attention our clients deserve. Members also enjoy dedicated planning, destination insights, and priority access to our signature experiences.
Q: Do you work with hotels, venues, or brands?
A: Yes. We collaborate with hotels, villas, tourism boards, and lifestyle brands to design group experiences, hosted stays, and brand activations. We lead the planning and creative direction while working closely with trusted providers on the ground.
Q: Can you help me plan my dream trip?
A: Absolutely. Whether you know exactly what you want or need help shaping your vision, we’ll guide the process and handle the logistics, so the experience feels seamless from start to finish.
Q: What’s the difference between a Travel Advisor, Planner, and Director?
A: Advisors and Planners (or Designers) focus on designing, coordinating, and managing the details of your travel experience. A Travel Director provides elevated oversight for complex itineraries and destination celebrations. They oversee on-the-ground delivery, manage real-time logistics and vendor teams, and ensure that every element of the guest experience runs smoothly. Directors are often present on-site for select journeys or events to provide seamless, personal coordination.
Q: What are the benefits of booking with you when it’s so easy to book online?
A: Working with us means having a trusted partner who understands your preferences, priorities, and travel style. While online platforms can book a room or flight, we design cohesive experiences, ensuring that every element, from accommodations and dining to cultural encounters and logistics, works together seamlessly. You’ll gain access to trusted partners, exclusive perks, and on-the-ground support, along with the peace of mind that every detail has been thoughtfully planned and personally overseen.
Q: What fees can I expect to use your service?
A: Our travel planning services are available exclusively through membership. Planning and coordination are included for Live La Vie members, while Live It Inner Circle members receive one complimentary planning session per year for travel confirmed at least twelve months in advance.
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Design fees may apply for private experiences or special requests outside of membership coverage. These fees reflect the time, research, and care invested in creating a fully customized travel experience and include support before, during, and after travel.
Q: Is there a minimum budget requirement for your services?
A: Our minimum daily spending requirement for private experiences is $2,000 per person. We specialize in creating quality experiences that typically involve 5-star accommodations, top-tier private guides, and private activities.
Q: How involved do I need to be in the planning process?
A: For hosted travel experiences, we will take care of all the planning process for you. But, for private experiences, it is completely up to you what level of involvement you want to have. Whether you want us to take care of everything or be involved in every step of the process, our aim is to make travel planning stress-free and enjoyable for you.