I love to travel with friends, family, and at times alone, but the task of planning a trip is overwhelming with the hours I work. So this is when journey beyond destination, is ideal for me. They plan individual or small group trips with experiences small workshops, tours and built in individual time to explore and soak in the culture and surroundings . My experience in Latvia was absolutely wonderful! It’s amazing how sometimes a destination that wasn't on my radar turns out to be such a gem. Latvia offered the perfect mix of culture, history, nature, and relaxation. The Art Nouveau architecture, cobblestone streets, and charming blend of old and new city vibes is really enticing. I also enjoyed the local cuisine especially the seafood. I appreciated that many local shops focus on authentic, Latvian-made products. Its a really rich cultural experience and the artists are enthusiastic about their products which many are handcrafted right in the area. The country is small enough that the trip includes travel to small towns and cities outside Riga which were fairytale like with castles and quaint streets. There were bread makers, shops with handmade goods and wonderful cuisine. The drive to the Baltic sea was beautiful and the added bonus of a magnificent sunset while walking along the shore was not to be missed. Being in a small group or individual trip works well for me and one can imagine how much easier it is to be able to immerse myself in the experience when all the details are thoughtfully planned out. Its a perfect balance of guided exploration and personal time to discover things. If you ever think about visiting other off-the-beaten-path destinations, check out journey beyond destination where the leg work , personal experience and connection has already been made in the planning of the trip. My recommendation is go because you will love it. Linda Davis Parsons 2024 MA, USA

We had an unforgettable trip in Morocco with Zani. Zani introduced us to her friends in Morocco who opened their doors to us and invited us to several beautiful cultural experiences. Zani's a musician and took us to concerts, each steeped in traditions past and present and representing a different regional style of the country's music. An absolute highlight was staying in kashbah in the Atlas mountains and having a private concert in the kashbah's main hall. It was a surreal setting, and I'll never forget the beautiful music from the talented musicians and dancing with our friends. Zani showed us a truly special side of Morocco, thank you!

WOW. This was one of the most magical trips of my life. Thank you so much Zani for an absolutely unforgettable adventure!!! This was my first time to Morocco and first time on a guided trip, and I can’t recommend going with Zani enough. Zani was the best guide and travel companion anyone could ask for! She poured her heart into putting together a beautiful trip filled with music and experiences I will remember for the rest of my life. We had delicious tajines, wandered the colorful souks in Marrakesh, participated in an incredibly special Gnawa musical ceremony in a friend’s home, saw breakthakingly beautiful desert sunsets, slept under the stars in the Saraha, and danced the night away to some of the most incredible live music I’ve ever heard in a casbah over 600 years old. Even more special was getting to share all of this with an intimate group of friends. Zani connects with anyone authentically, and is so full of life, laughs, and stories that there was never a dull moment. This isn’t just a trip, it is soul food. A celebration of the beauty of the people, music, land, and mysticism of Morocco with people who will feel like family by the end of it!