Bespoke Travel Design
THE ART of JOURNEYS MADE to MEASURE.
At House of Imara, we don’t plan trips, we design them. We create experiences that feel like they could only belong to you.
Every detail is shaped with intention, from rare conservation encounters to private celebrations in storied cities.
Think of us as your travel designers, weaving imagination, taste, and insight into journeys that are seamless and unforgettable.
The process was as enjoyable as the journey itself
Working with us feels effortless. From the first spark of inspiration to the moment you return home, every detail is curated with taste and artistry. It’s thoughtful, personal, and intuitive — like working with someone who just gets you. You get to live in the magic, knowing everything behind the scenes is beautifully in place.
Your journey was one of a kind
Forget templates. We design from scratch, layering in the rare, the unexpected, and the deeply personal. Imagine having a historic monument in Europe opened just for you after hours, or gliding into Patagonia by horseback, welcomed with a private asado under the stars. Your travels are designed to be as original as you are.
You were understood from the start
At House of Imara, every journey begins with listening. Your rhythm, your vision, your desires set the foundation. No forms, no algorithms, only people who care about creating travel that feels soulful, alive, and unmistakably yours.
A glimpse into
the worlds
we’ve designed.
Each journey is as unique as the traveler behind it, blending indulgence with intention and crafted to feel one of a kind.
LOVE NOTES
"Alexis is that rare combination of creative and incredible with details.
She asks all the right questions to get a true sense of what is important to you and your family and then gets to work planning everything so that you feel guided but not overly scheduled. On our trip to Rwanda and Kenya her team was on call 24/7 via What’s App and this made us feel like we could ask questions at any time. She even arranged a doctor for me when we landed because I thought I had forgotten a prescription at home. Our lodgings were spectacular and everyone in the family felt like it was the trip of a lifetime."
rache
mary ashley
LOVE NOTES
"Connecting with you was an absolute gift.
Saying “I’d like to take my parents and two small children on an incredible African safari experience, oh by the way, in just a few months” and you not batting an eye—amazing. And from that moment on—from taking on this trip through the planning and execution—everything was absolutely flawless. You and your team thought of and addressed every detail."
jds
LOVE NOTES
"Working with House of Imara was a dream.
After a few short conversations where all the right questions were asked, they understood exactly what we wanted out of our Italian vacation. They took the time to feel out everything from our style of hotel to the types of restaurants our family eats in to the activities we wanted! And they hit the mark every single time."
mary
LOVE NOTES
"I've worked with House of Imara before, so I knew if they were curating my experience it would be nothing short of amazing - an it was!
The staff treated me like royalty thanks to their relationships and calls ahead.
Wether you're going to the Maldives or not, House of Imara is who you want planning it!"
larissa
LOVE NOTES
"I’m writing this as that mom—the one who cried during the fireworks because my babies were holding my hands, believing in magic with their whole hearts.
Without question, none of this would have happened the way it did without Alexis. We have 3 young children, and somehow—this trip was flawless. No chaos. No waiting forever in lines. Just the kind of moments that become family lore. Alexis didn’t just “plan a trip.” She orchestrated a luxury Disney experience that felt effortless from start to finish. Because of Alexis, I didn’t have to be the planner, the scheduler, the fixer—I just got to be a mom soaking in my children’s joy.
Today, I blend that foundation with my expertise in luxury travel to create journeys that are both soulful and seamless.
I love working with travelers who crave over-the-top, one-of-a-kind experiences and who trust the process completely, knowing that the magic happens when imagination is allowed to run free.
My path to travel design was anything but linear. It began in nonprofit and conservation, where I spent years working to protect wildlife and wild places.
When I started a family, I shifted gears, carrying with me a lifetime of curiosity, purpose, and a deep appreciation for culture and connection.
I'M ALEXIS,
FOUNDER of
HOUSE
of IMARA
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Meet alexis
Every itinerary reflects not only where you want to go, but the kind of story you want to bring home.
FAQ
What makes House of Imara different from other travel agencies?
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We don’t use templates or copy-and-paste itineraries. Every trip is designed from scratch, like couture. Our global network, deep conservation background, and taste for once-in-a-lifetime experiences mean your travels will always feel original, seamless, and fabulous.
What makes House of Imara experts?
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Our roots are in nonprofit conservation, luxury travel, and a lifetime of curiosity about the world. Over the years, we’ve built trusted relationships with guides, hoteliers, and insiders across the globe. Expertise, for us, isn’t just knowledge. It’s taste, creativity, and knowing how to translate dreams into journeys.
Can you just book my hotel?
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Yes, we call this our Seamless Escapes service. We’ll handle your hotel booking, VIP you with our connections, and arrange dining or activities if you’d like. Even the smallest trip deserves the House of Imara touch.
Can you arrange those “holy sh*t” once-in-a-lifetime moments I’ve read about?
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Absolutely. Think dinner under the Northern Lights, wrapped in furs outside a glass lodge, or a private concert in a centuries-old Tuscan chapel with only your family in the pews. These are the kinds of stories that define what travel can be, the moments you never forget.
When should I reach out to start planning?
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Ideally, 9-12 months ahead for complex trips (safari, multi-country, bucket list moments). For shorter escapes, we can often design closer in, but the more time we have, the more creative we can get.
What happens if something goes wrong while I’m traveling?
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We stay connected throughout your journey. From a delayed flight to a sudden change of plans, our team and partners are on call to make things right so you can keep living the adventure.
Do you book flights?
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Yes. We can arrange flights on request along with your itinerary, keeping the entire journey streamlined from takeoff to landing.
Do you run group trips or scheduled departures?
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No. Every House of Imara trip is designed from scratch for you. If you’re looking for a collective experience, explore The Adventurous Women’s Club, our sister brand dedicated to curated journeys for women.
What should I budget for my trip?
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Our pricing includes two parts: a planning fee and the cost of the trip itself. Planning fees begin at $750 and vary depending on the complexity of your trip and which designer you’re working with. Our planning fee reflects the time, creativity, and care that goes into every journey and your planning fee will be quoted after our first call. Trip costs vary depending on destination, season, and style of travel. As a guideline, our fully personalized journeys typically start at around $1,000 per person, per day, not including international airfare.
Do you provide a price breakdown?
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In luxury travel, it’s standard practice not to provide itemized line-by-line pricing. It gets confusing when you’re in the weeds of every transfer, guide, or service, and it can take the focus away from the journey as a whole. Part of our role is to handle those details for you so the experience feels seamless. What we do instead is help you understand your overall investment and how to maximize your budget. We’re always transparent about value and happy to explain the general cost structure of your trip.
Where do you design travel?
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Everywhere. From East Africa to Antarctica, Paris to Patagonia, the Himalayas to the South Pacific. If it inspires wonder (and it’s legal), we’ll design it.
