What will the planning process be like?


At J Mychael Travel, we believe in forming strong and lasting relationships with our clients.

From the initial consultation to the "Welcome Home", we are present in every stage of the travel experience.
 

  • You will begin by selecting a day and time for your 20-minute complimentary consultation to discuss your travel vision.
    In this meeting we explore ideas, travel style, interests, and requirements for your itinerary.

  • A planning agreement will be emailed to you for your review and acceptance. Once this has been signed and received along with our previously discussed non-refundable professional planning fee, the design process of your itinerary begins.

  • Now we launch the creative process, where we begin to create an extraordinary journey for you. We offer you options, and fine-tune them to the final itinerary you envision, customized exclusively for you.

  • Your itinerary is confirmed when we have collected all deposits necessary to secure your reservations. The final payment is processed between 30-120 days prior to departure, which varies by itinerary created. Your final travel documents are prepared and delivered to you prior to departure.

  • It’s now time to enjoy and experience an incredible journey designed specifically for you. Remember, we are in every stage of the travel experience, so we are available when you’re traveling. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to contact us. As well, we are in contact with our supplier relationships on the ground or at sea wherever you are traveling to ensure that all is executed seamlessly on your behalf.

  • Upon your return, we speak again either in-person, by phone, or online to review the highlights of your travels. We want to know what you loved, get your feedback, and can even explore where you want to go next.
What is your professional planning fee?


At J Mychael Travel, every journey begins with a relationship. We’re more than travel advisors; we’re curators of bespoke experiences designed exclusively around your lifestyle and passions. Each itinerary is handcrafted with precision, discretion, and the insight that comes only from years of trusted partnerships and global expertise.


To ensure the level of attention and creativity our clients deserve, we apply a non-refundable professional planning retainer. This investment, typically ranging from $100 to $250 per person depending on the scope and complexity of your travel plans, reflects the care and time devoted to crafting an extraordinary experience. The exact amount will be discussed prior to beginning your personalized design process.

Because exceptional travel isn’t just planned, it’s artfully orchestrated.

Why a Professional Planning Fee is Essential Before Creating Your Customized Travel Proposal

As a Luxury Travel Advisor, my role is to craft journeys that reflect who you are; experiences shaped by your passions, preferences, and personal style. Each itinerary is an expression of your individuality, designed with the same care and precision reserved for life’s most meaningful moments.


To ensure every detail exceeds expectations, a professional planning retainer is collected before the proposal process begins. This investment allows me to dedicate the time, creativity, and global resources required to transform your vision into reality.

1. Custom-Tailored Expertise

Your journey isn’t built from templates, it’s inspired by you. I take the time to understand your travel goals, research destinations and properties that reflect your tastes, and leverage trusted global connections to unlock exclusive privileges, upgrades, and experiences that can’t be found online.

2. Precision and Perfection

Crafting a luxury itinerary is a refined process that demands attention to every nuance; from seamless transfers and curated dining to handpicked accommodations and behind-the-scenes access. This level of detail ensures your experience is flawless from start to finish.

3. A True Partnership

This investment establishes a mutual commitment: your travel dreams are my highest priority. You’ll receive unbiased recommendations, proactive communication, and my full dedication to every stage of your journey, from inspiration to your safe return home.

4. Transparency and Exclusive Value

Your investment not only covers my professional time and expertise but also opens the door to a world of privileges; from insider access and bespoke upgrades to carefully negotiated perks that elevate your experience beyond expectation.

5. Focus on You

By securing this investment, I devote my complete attention to your itinerary ensuring your journey is crafted without distraction, compromise, or limits.

Your Journey Deserves More Than Ordinary

This planning investment isn’t simply a fee; it’s your first step into a partnership built on trust, discretion, and the pursuit of perfection. You’re not paying for a proposal; you’re investing in a seamless, luxurious travel experience designed exclusively for you.

Because true luxury isn’t about where you go, it’s how it makes you feel every moment along the way.

What is your cancellation policy?


Cancellation policies vary with each supplier which is providing a part in your itinerary that J Mychael Travel secures on your behalf. In addition to the supplier cancellation fee, J Mychael Travel has a $100 per person cancellation fee.

Every journey we design is carefully tailored and secured through trusted global partners who share our commitment to excellence. Because each supplier within your itinerary maintains its own cancellation policy, those terms will apply should changes or cancellations occur. In addition, J Mychael Travel applies a modest $100 per person administrative fee to support the time and coordination involved in managing your arrangements.

To safeguard your investment and ensure complete peace of mind, travel insurance is required at the time of your initial deposit. This protection is designed to cover unforeseen circumstances that may arise before or during your travels, offering reassurance that your experience remains as seamless as possible, no matter what life brings.

We encourage you to visit our Resources page for helpful information and travel guidance to make your departure effortless and worry-free.

Before confirming your journey, please take a moment to review and acknowledge our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy; ensuring clarity, transparency, and confidence as we begin creating your extraordinary travel experience.