Fora Certified Travel Advisor
Travel Well. Travel Wonderfully.
From luxury hotels and ocean cruises to bespoke international journeys, Travels With Gigi helps travelers create seamless, memorable experiences around the world.
“I’ve spent fifteen years exploring the world independently, so I understand travel not only from the advisor’s desk, but from the traveler’s perspective.” – Gigi
Whether you need a rental car for a weekend in Los Angeles, a villa in Tuscany, a luxury cruise through the Mediterranean, or a safari in Kenya complete with private airport transfers, every journey is designed with care, expertise, and personal attention.
ABOUT ME
Hello, I’m Gigi. For more than fifteen years, I’ve traveled independently throughout the United Kingdom, Italy, and Latin America, often as a solo traveler. Those experiences taught me that great travel is about more than reservations and itineraries. It’s about feeling confident, cared for, and free to fully enjoy the experience.
My professional background as a scientist and nonprofit leader has shaped the way I approach travel planning. I am detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to finding thoughtful solutions that fit each client’s unique goals and travel style.
Today, as a certified Fora Travel Advisor, I combine personal travel experience with access to a global network of preferred travel partners, luxury hotels, cruise lines, destination specialists, and tour operators.
My role is simple: to make travel easier, more rewarding, and more memorable.
WHY WORK WITH TRAVELS WITH GIGI
Personal Expertise
Having spent years navigating international travel independently, I understand the questions, challenges, and opportunities travelers encounter before and during a trip.
Exclusive Partnerships
Through Fora’s preferred partnerships, clients may enjoy access to VIP amenities, preferred rates, hotel credits, room upgrades, priority services, and other exclusive benefits when available.
A World of Possibilities
I can assist with:
• Luxury and boutique hotels
• Ocean and river cruises
• Flights and airfare planning
• Private drivers and transfers
• Rental cars
• Group travel
• Guided tours and excursions
• Family vacations
• Honeymoons and celebrations
• Multi-country itineraries
• Safari and adventure travel
• Custom international journeys
Personalized Service
Every traveler is different. I take the time to understand your priorities, preferences, and vision so your trip reflects what matters most to you.
FROM SIMPLE TO EXTRAORDINARY
No trip is too simple and no dream is too ambitious.
Whether you need a hotel near a conference, a rental car for a road trip, a cruise through Alaska, or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure across East Africa, I can help coordinate the details and connect you with trusted travel partners around the world.
LET’S START PLANNING
Your next journey begins with a conversation.
Complete my client inquiry form and let’s create an experience that’s uniquely yours.
Interested in traveling with on one of my upcoming boutique small-group trips? Click below for information.
PAST TRAVELS GALLERY
TESTIMONIALS & REVIEWS
My trip was everything that I had hoped for. Gigi offers experiences you won’t get in a typical tour, including meeting with costumers, history lovers, local chefs and photographers, that create a more bespoke and intimate experience. While we did attend costumes balls and parties, this one just a trip for that. Gigi arrives with a dossier for each of her group members fills with both relaxation time and local experiences you would miss out on otherwise. I highly recommend these trips for those looking for a personal experience guided by someone with real knowledge of the culture. – Maire, Italy 2026 (Venice Historical Trip)
I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Gigi of Costumers of Color during her Este Medici 2024 Italy trip. This was truly a tailored experience exactly to our interests. I had a strong interest in Ferrara, and she made that happen for me. It felt like everywhere we went, she had the inside scoop – who to talk to, what special experiences were most worth it, even making friends with restauranteurs. The food was always impeccable, including Michelin starred places. The lodgings were unique and very nice. The photo shoots were by renowned photographers with the kinds of backgrounds you really cannot miss out on. If you’re interested in history or reenactment, I’d highly recommend one of Gigi’s trips. I fully intend to go on another one someday. – Grace, Italy 2025 (Venice Trip)
Gigi did a great job customizing our trip to our preferences – the apartment we booked, the places we saw, and the restaurants we tried. The only downsides were not in anyone’s control (places under restoration). Jeremy, Italy 2024 (Florence & Siena Trip)
Words cannot express what it was like to connect with others who love to create costumes… you are an angel!!! Thank you for all you did for us. It was all above and beyond. Keep it small, that is the key. 🙂 – Franchesca, Italy 2024 (Venice, Ferrara, Bologna, & Florence Trip)
I especially loved the opportunity to meet and spend time with a great group of companions. Gigi is a wonderful host, knows her market and her locals. I felt safe and supported, and was able to contribute… I hope the same to everyone in the group. – Sophia, Italy 2024 (Venice & Abano Terme Spa Trip)
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