The Trip Planning Process Explained:
1: Connect
Fill out your Plan Your Trip form or send us your contact information at hello@straightoffthemainland.com so we can connect and learn more about your travel vision. Once we receive your details, we’ll reach out personally to chat through your ideas, preferences, and dream experiences. Together, we’ll begin shaping a journey that feels uniquely yours.
3: Planning Fee
When you’re ready to take the next step, we’ll send an invoice to officially begin crafting your journey. From there, our team will start thoughtfully curating each element of your trip, ensuring it reflects your unique style and sense of adventure.
5: Booking
Submit your deposit—typically 20% of the total trip cost—and let us handle every detail of your journey. From accommodations to curated experiences, we take care of all the arrangements so you can focus on the excitement and anticipation of your adventure. With our expertise guiding each step, your trip unfolds seamlessly, effortlessly, and exactly as you’ve envisioned.
2: Discovery Call
We’ll be in touch to arrange a call to talk through your travel plans and overall vision. It’s the best way for us to capture the nuances of what you’re dreaming of and begin shaping a truly personalized experience.
4: Proposals
Every journey begins with thoughtful research and collaboration. We work hand in hand with our carefully chosen destination partners—true experts in their regions—to design personalized itineraries. Their local insight, combined with our understanding of you and the art of travel, ensures an experience that feels both effortless and extraordinary.
You’ll receive your initial itineraries to review. Then, we’ll work together to finesse your itinerary until it is 100% tailored to your wants and needs!
6: Bon Voyage
You’ll receive comprehensive travel documents through our smartphone app, along with our direct contact information, so you’ll always have support at your fingertips. Every detail of your trip is organized and accessible, leaving only the joy of traveling for you to enjoy. With everything thoughtfully prepared, your journey is effortless, seamless, and completely stress-free.
