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Melissa Franco

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Expertise

  • Solo Travel,
  • Group Travel,
  • Arts & Culture,
  • Culinary & Cultural Journeys Across Europe & Latin America

Based in

London, Ontario, Canada

Languages spoken

English, Spanish & Italian

Minimum booking Budget

$400/night

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About

Travel isn’t just about seeing the world — it’s about savouring it. The scent of orange blossoms on a Mediterranean breeze. The golden glow of sunset over a Venetian canal. The thrill of wandering through a centuries-old souk, where every turn holds a new secret. As an Adventure Curator, I design bespoke journeys for the culturally curious — travelers who crave depth, discovery and the art of slow exploration. No rigid checklists, no whirlwind itineraries — just immersive, one-of-a-kind experiences tailored to your passions. Because the best adventures aren’t just planned. They’re crafted, curated and designed to be savoured.

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Travel style

I have a penchant for boutique hideaways where thoughtful design meets soulful hospitality — tucked into the beating heart of a destination. When I travel, you'll find me wandering with wide-eyed curiosity, following whispered clues down sunlit alleyways and lingering long enough to uncover a place’s quiet secrets — the tucked-away wine bars, artisan workshops and timeworn cafés where locals gather. Beyond the postcard clichés, I believe the most unforgettable moments are the ones you stumble upon, when you surrender to the rhythm of a place and let the journey unfold.


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I had an exceptional experience booking with Melissa! It was a treat to give her a few pieces of info and then she handled everything and I just showed up at the hotel. Melissa was knowledgeable and helpful in securing a great deal with amazing amenities. Communication was clear and thorough -- I Melissa made herself available for any questions I had, and checked with me to ensure that everything was ok shortly after I arrived and also upon checkout. Thanks to her I had a wonderful room and experience, and I was confident that she would help if I did encounter any issues at any step of the way.

This is my second time working with Melissa and I highly recommend her! I have already encouraged several friends to consider working with her on their next trips. It is such a luxury to have someone take care of all the important details on your behalf. For example, Melissa booked our hotels, flights, and airport transfers which meant we never had to think about anything as we moved around Thailand. As an added bonus, we had access to perks such as room upgrades and hotel credits, which were greatly appreciated! I highly recommend working with Melissa for your travel plans, and will continue to partner with her for my future travel! Thanks!

An exceptional travel experience booking with Melissa! Her help organizing transfers, flights and hotels alleviated the stress of planning a last minute trip, and her hotel 'perks' really elevated the experience!

My husband and I have never used a travel agent but felt we could use some professional assistance for our most recent holiday to Vietnam. Melissa came highly recommended by a friend and I am incredibly thankful we found her. We did a 16 day holiday with two of our friends and all agreed Melissa helped make our trip stress free and seamless. When traveling, there are always moments of stress and confusion, however, with Melissa’s help this was the easiest vacation we have taken. We all had peace of mind when traveling to a destination so far outside of our comfort zone. We traveled to 4 cities in 16 days and every moment was perfectly planned. Our transportation service was prompt, efficient, and our destination Asia guides were knowledgeable and friendly. Melissa is both hands on when helping you plan but also respectful of your traveling style. We did not want to be overwhelmed or on any schedule while traveling but also wanted efficiency and ease when traveling within the country. Melissa also helped us arrange some special moments for a birthday celebration and arranged the most incredible upgrade during our stay at Zannier. This was the highlight of our trip. I highly recommend using Melissa’s services if you like great recommendations, excellent communication, and peace of mind when traveling. She is knowledgeable, friendly, incredibly responsive (even when I messaged from across the world), highly organized and an absolute pleasure to work with. We will be using her services again for our upcoming trip to Portugal in the fall.

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