Why Custom Travel Is the New Luxury | Insider Tips from Avanti Destinations

Описание: Have you ever dreamed of a trip designed entirely around you—your pace, your interests, your style—without crowds, cookie-cutter itineraries, or feeling overwhelmed in a foreign destination?

In this episode of Cheryl’s Travel Blueprint, I sit down with Gina Bang, Sales & Marketing Manager at Avanti Destinations, to pull back the curtain on what custom, independent travel really looks like—and why it’s becoming one of the fastest-growing trends in the travel industry.

With over 40 years of experience, Avanti specializes in tailor-made journeys across Europe, Asia, Central & South America, and the South Pacific, empowering travelers to explore confidently, authentically, and intentionally.

In this conversation, we cover:
✦ Why customization is the new luxury
✦ How immersive travel helps combat over tourism
✦ Trending destinations for 2025–2026 (Japan, Australia, Iceland & more)
✦ How travel advisors and suppliers partner behind the scenes
✦ Why meaningful connections—not Instagram moments—define great travel

Whether you’re planning a multi-generational trip, a pre- or post-cruise extension, a destination wedding add-on, or your next bucket-list adventure, this episode is packed with insider insight you won’t find on a website.

👉 Thinking about planning a custom trip? I’d love to help you design something truly unforgettable.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – What Custom Travel Really Means
02:10 – Meet Gina Bang of Avanti Destinations
06:05 – Why Customization Is the New Luxury
10:45 – Blended Travel: Business, Study Abroad & Cruises
17:30 – How Avanti Avoids “Touristy” Experiences
26:40 – Overtourism, Sustainability & Ethical Travel
35:15 – Trending Destinations for 2025–2026
44:50 – Underrated Destinations Travelers Miss
51:20 – Travel Lessons That Change How You See the World
58:10 – Final Takeaways & How to Start Planning
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