Travel Advisor
Lee Newell
She/Her
Expertise
- Couples Travel,
- Family Travel,
- Europe,
- Africa,
- India,
- Costa Rica
Based in
New York
Profile details
About
As a former corporate executive specializing in Operations and Client Service, I've turned my lifelong passion for travel into a full-time profession. I've explored 35 countries across five continents, often journeying solo to capture the world through my lens as an avid photographer. My travels reflect my love for adventure, global cuisine, wildlife and the great outdoors. Today, I bring that wealth of experience to designing personalized, unforgettable journeys for others. Whether it’s crafting intricate itineraries or discovering hidden gems, I thrive on making each client’s travel dreams come to life. Travel isn’t just a career — it’s what feeds my soul, and I can’t wait to share that joy with you.
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Travel style
I love to experience new places and immerse myself in the local culture. The perfect trip for me is a combination of local activities/sightseeing and then retiring to my luxury accommodations to rest up for tomorrow's activities! While I love a five-star hotel, I’ve stayed in many types of accommodations and love to mix it up. I enjoy adventure, food & wine, relaxation and “wow moments” (sunset in the Sahara, Leopard safari in India, Hot Air balloon ride over the Masai Mara). As an avid conservationist, I strive to plan trips that contribute directly to the local economy. I am always on the look-out for unique destinations, and enjoy tailoring trips for my clients that will create lasting memories.
Lee's travel guides & trip reports
A Luxury Safari Lodge You Must Visit: Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge
10-day Kenya Safari & Seychelles Islands bucket-list trip
The Best of Rome, Florence & Venice in 7 days
Rhine River Christmas Market Cruise: 7-Day Itinerary
The Perfect Hudson Valley Weekend
6 Day Mother-Daughter Road Trip from Savannah to Charleston
2-Week Luxury Tour of Northern India — from Delhi to the Himalayas
Places to Visit in South Africa: A 2-Week Bucket List Trip
3 Days in Reykjavik: Your Essential Travel Itinerary
Favorite hotels
Lee's travel photos
Lee's reviews
The hotel and every single person that we worked with were 10 stars!! Absolutely the best hotel and staff ever. I meet my special friend Makila at the. Front desk who will always be Considered a wonderful human, so kind hearted . Lee was also amazing with helping my daughter and I with so so many questions. She made our trip the beautiful experience it was . Thank you all Grant Hotel San Pietro - 10 stars
- Gina I.
Booked travel to Sicily
- October 2024
We enjoyed our booking experience working with Lee. She was very thoughtful with her recommendations, and all were top notch. Lee is professional and friendly, and I would highly recommend working with her.
- Rimma G.
Booked travel to Budapest
- September 2024
Lee was excellent to work with, very responsive and her hotel suggestions were on spot, we enjoyed them all immensely.
- Janice P.
Booked travel to Santorini
- September 2024
Lee is an amazing travel advisor and truly cares about providing an excellent travel experience for her clients. This hotel recommendation was perfect. Lee was able to get us a free airport transfer, a room upgrade when we arrived, plus a $50 credit toward any food/drink/spa on the property. It was a wonderful experience all around.
- Valerie L.
Booked travel to Santorini
- September 2024
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