Thoughtful curating with plenty of love and passion. A made-to-order, worry-free journey for independent, discerning travelers. Suggestions that come with high quality, flair and authenticity to catapult your senses to new heights and enjoy the very best that Greece has to offer.
We handcraft an immersive travel with you at its core. No matter how or why you travel (solο, as a couple, with friends or family, for business or leisure, honeymooning or just celebrating life), we provide the high-touch assistance you need for a well-tempered travel experience.
What We Do
Are you looking for one of the many fascinating getaways in Greece and need a holistic travel plan in full detail?
Have you already booked a destination and need tailor-made practical guidance for new inspirational experiences?
Have you heard about Catalina’s eclectic guided tours in the Athens region and want to check them out yourself?
Or have you just been dreaming of Greece and need that quick brainstorming to help you bring that dream to life?
For an answer to all these questions and many more, this web page is the place to be! Before you decide to get in touch with us, check out an overview of what we have to offer to you below.
Holistic travel planning from scratch (the full thing)
Planning a private trip to Greece comes with endless options. Catalina has the knowledge & the flair to help you piece together the ideal tailor-made itinerary. We will also assist you with all the energy-consuming practicalities that no traveler can avoid. The cool toolkit we’ ve developed especially for you will guide you throughout your experiential enrichments and will make your life easy, your vacation carefree and your itinerary pleasantly explorable. Lastly, our recommended routes and targeted tips will be the safe canvas on which you will spontaneously draw your inner traveler’s instincts and desires. Our trips will take you where independence meets indulgence!
The process
We embrace your uniqueness in every way and ‘one fits all’ is not an option for us. Our curating philosophy does not support algorithms, box ticking or numerical preference quotas. We are human, just like you, and love to listen to you and understand who you are and where you come from. That’s our starting point when creating your trip.
Here are the steps:
Reach out to Catalina
Drop us an email to let us know what you’re after. Your thoughts, needs and wishes give us a helpful first picture.
One-on-one video call with Catalina
Our personal approach to your travel starts early on in the travel creation process: a one-on-one video call with Catalina allows us to get to know you and understand what your dream trip is about.
Shaping the dream trip
➤ Catalina typically handcrafts and presents to you in detail at least two different itineraries, all tailored to your wishes. We love to come up with several options because we firmly believe in every discerning traveler’s right to choose.
➤ Once you have chosen the preferred destination, we showcase snazzy accommodations and a carefully compiled list of travel experiences that will allow you to genuinely connect to your itinerary. We also assist you with practical arrangements.
➤ These customed suggestions have repeatedly led our guests to say “it was the trip of a lifetime”.
To experience magic in real life and not in your imagination, opt for excellent planning. We do that by offering you our really cool tools, securing high-level personalized services:
➤ A detailed itinerary (your “travelogue”).
➤ An individual digital map for each destination will be your loyal “companion”, making your journey safe and fun. It includes a bunch of places off-the-beaten-path, identified & scrutinized by Catalina herself during her scouting trips around Greece. Routes, spots for foodies and many more tips for you to try out at your own pace.
➤ Assistance when needed, to allow you to enjoy travelling with peace of mind.
Exclusive guided tours in Athens & its environs
There is no better way to explore places than in private. Just make sure you have a knowledgeable local expert who is also passionate about culture & life. A genuine Athenian and avid traveler herself, Catalina will unfold mind-blowing aspects of the city beyond your imagination. Athens is an intoxicating mix of ancient and modern, a true wealth of tempting delights. A heady cross-cultural blend of flavors, art, history, architecture, nightlife.
It's not what you see, but how you see it.
No matter how long or short your stay in the Athens region, you will feel the fascinating city under your skin, away from stereotypes. The eclectic tours Catalina handcrafts together with her multilingual guides are one-of-a-kind.
➤ We offer custom-made flexibility and interactiveness, more like an active discussion than a lecture.
➤ We connect you to the best of real Athens and surroundings
➤ We help you feel like hanging out with a friend…but one who happens to be an expert on Athens!
➤ We perceive ourselves as gracious hosts, mind readers and raconteurs. Our deep knowledge and passion make our tours memorable and our guests go: “Can’t wait to get back to explore more of Athens and its environs with Catalina and her team!
These tours are made for You
Our tours are made with love and care for every traveler wishing to invest their time in a creative fun way.
➤ if you travel solo, Catalina will be your well-connected friend and guide,
➤ if you opt for family vacation, we will make it an inspirational experience for your kids,
➤ if you visit as a couple or with friends, we will help you enhance the experience with like- minded people,
➤ if it is a corporate trip, we can enrich it with a made-to-order guided tour in Athens,
➤ as for LGBT travellers, welcome to the birthplace of LGBT culture!
Experiential enrichments of the trip
Greece is a true heaven to those wishing to unwrap its incomparable cultural & unspoiled natural wealth. Let us help you choose among genuine experiences and our local experts show you how to best explore the true highlights! Here are some of them:
Do you want to swim with dolphins & seals on a sailboat or motor yacht cruise? Or enjoy a private day cruise on an inflatable rib vessel, catamaran or traditional wooden boat, instead? How about a leisurely boating experience around well-hidden bays just for you? Bareboat or skippered, we love sailing! Our local boat companies operate independently and stand ready to make it happen! Cruising along captivating coastlines, exploring hidden bays, fishing in the middle of nowhere and dropping anchor in electric blue waters. Get ready for the experience of your dreams!
The unrivaled diversity of Greece makes it the ultimate playground for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers of all activity levels. Enjoy the magic of the sea and the high mountains. Pick among leisurely hiking, horseback riding, rock-climbing, mountain-biking, mushroom hunting or old stone bridge hunting in pristine woods. Try birdwatching in remote wetlands along with passing flamingos, stand up paddling on serene waters or snowboarding on mount Olympus or close to Delphi. The list of activities in Greece is endless. Our passionate experts stand ready to assist you.
The legendary archaeological sites of Greece are an infinite source of inspiration for people of all ages. Their relevance for modern humans can only be grasped during a thoughtfully designed guided tour. We cherry-pick our state-licensed guides to take you back in time by retracing historical footsteps, making meaningful connections, introducing you to ancient Greek art, giving you insights to the democratic values of a glorious past. Our guides are keen storytellers who will heartily welcome you and connect you with the cradle of Western civilization.
Delve into Greek gastronomy with its simplicity, seasonality, frugality and flavor. Opt for cooking classes, wine tastings and other activities inspired by local farmers, artisans and chefs. Unlock the secrets of longevity and learn about the Greek diet, one of the world’s healthiest counting 4,000 years of history. Discover our rich winemaking heritage and pair your favourite grape variety with delightful dishes over a fine wine tasting. The country’s best enological venues are waiting for you to enjoy them to their fullest! Let us all toast to the joy of living!
The ultimate survival tool
Catalina’s digital map is the ultimate gadget that will help you avoid all kinds of mishaps caused by misleading information floating around the web. It condenses the trustworthy guidance of Catalina, an unbiased traveller who travels all over Greece each year in order to check out herself everything a region has to offer to her guests.
This handy digital map is made with care and attention to detail: no more guessing on the best archaeological treasures to visit, the best places to eat, to swim, to hike or to enjoy breathtaking views. Everything you need is marked on the map. The suggestions on the digital map are not based on commission as Catalina is a travel curator who works in full independence and freedom.
Why We Are Different
Catalina’s passion and genuine love for traveling, coupled with her personal care in designing impeccable experiences, make a real difference when it comes to your private journey. We believe that our work differs from others’ in the following aspects:
In an ever growing digital world we like to focus on end-to-end human communication already from our very first email exchange, videochat or call. It’s important to understand what makes your heart flutter. This is how we earn trust when crafting your itinerary. We strive to minimize pitfalls that would cost you in time and money. Our tailor-made and flawless travel planning is based on recommendations that will go beyond your expectations.
Catalina is a passionate traveler. Her background in cultural studies enables her to value authenticity. Her exploratory trips around Greece all year round may be time & energy consuming but ultimately ensure the quality she seeks for her guests. This is our major difference compared to how most travel agencies operate (exclusively off-site). Our approach saves our travelers the confusing digital noise and logistics of the travel. By carefully profiling the locations, Catalina identifies what best matches her guests. The same goes for accommodations, food spots and people networking that secure trustworthy collaborations. The unrivalled local knowledge she gains is generously put to your complete disposal 24/7. Your well-connected travel curator will do the work for you.
Catalina’s genuine tendency to share and care permeates her travel planning from early on, while her eye for detail adds to her guests’ overall experience. She will help you out with conflicting advice, countless press material with misleading contents. She optimizes your resources in terms of overrated and overpriced choices. Our holistic approach saves you the hassle of trip logistics. You are unique and we treat you as such.
Our philosophy is that only beauty will save the world.
That’s why we are selective travel planners, embracing style, sophistication and flair. We want our accommodation suggestions to reflect the authenticity of the destination. We want our experts to offer you up-to-date knowledge and treat you with warmth and grace. We want restaurants to serve sensational meals. Catalina is always keen to provide distinctive aesthetics and high quality in what she offers. Sophisticated options for discerning travelers.
Travelling is about connecting and empowering people from across the globe and all walks of life. We plan with responsibility and care, committed to our sustainable philosophy and values.
Preserving the Greece we love will help future generations.
What we do in that direction:
➤ We support local economies by recommending locally-owned or organised businesses, cultural events, guides and experts: this way your financial resources will not end up supporting large-scale international businesses not associated with the local community.
➤ We raise cultural and environmental awareness by:
– taking you to well hidden gems
– connecting you to local producers and vintners
– providing insights into regional culinary traditions
– promoting the farm-to-table philosophy
– explaining the stunning wildlife of Greece from close up.
In a nutshell, we design your experience based on a cross-cultural understanding, insightful interaction with locals, respect for socio-economic diversity, cultural and natural heritage. Having a positive impact on our guests and local communities is what motivates us and makes us happy.
Catalina is an expert!!
How many times has someone said to you “don’t worry, I’ll take care of everything” and inevitably you’re disappointed? Not this time.
Perfect.
A perfect compliment to your vacation, especially if relaxing was on your agenda. Catalina leaves you nothing to worry about. Nothing. Zero obstacles between you, relaxation and enjoying your vacation. No waiting in lines, no getting lost, no guessing which restaurant is best, or which site is best to see and when, or which way to go to get there, no spending wasted dollars on tourist traps or unneeded advise or stops along the way. Beautiful. She covers it all. The efficient and lovely way to tour and enjoy.
This lady studies who you are and what you’d like to experience and then customizes and personalizes the itinerary including food, shopping, culture, historical tours and even the entertainment.
Oh and the wine too!! Lovely. Well worth the fee!!
Becky Gratto,
Philadelphia, PA, USA
The Word
About Us
The story of my life.
Born and raised in Athens, I have always loved travelling. As a child, I would listen to my mum recounting stories about the amazing places we would drive through in our family car. Her stories were accompanied by eclectic music playing on our car audio. It was that very experience that planted the seeds of my love for travelling and music.
From a young age I began working in the banking sector but, despite a very promising career path, I felt the inner urge to pursue avenues that would enable me to thrive. My relationship with music evolved creatively and dynamically into djing that brought me together with people in the most hearty and fun way. My studies in European and Greek culture, enhanced my passion for exploring our beautiful planet and getting a deeper connection to humanity. All this helped me realize that the most profitable investment in life is traveling. That said, in 2015 I embarked on my project with the first discerning USA travelers reaching out to me as someone to curate their travels. This is what I have been doing ever since, putting all of my passion, creativity and know-how into it. My vision is to help independent travellers experience Greece in authenticity, fun and style.
I invite you to explore Greece’s inspiring beauty and experience the real joie de vivre. I’ll be your host and well-connected friend in this unique journey.
Catalina Kasimati
(Founder & Experience Creator)
I invite you to explore Greece’s inspiring beauty and experience the real joie de vivre. I’ll be your host and well-connected friend in this unique journey.
My vision is to help independent travellers experience Greece in authenticity, fun and style.
The Team
Teamwork makes any dream work. To preserve quality, respect, reliability, care and warmth, I carefully select who I partner with. Be they my assistant in the office with an eye for the detail, the punctual drivers, the certified guides eager to be your story-tellers or the activity providers willing to share their love for nature & culture with you, they all will contribute to a fulfilling travel experience, will look after you and offer their warm hospitality. We are so proud of our partners all over Greece! We are the ones who will let you in to a world beyond imagination.
Catalina Kasimati
(Team Leader)
Inspiration
Journal
Celebrating Chrysopigi in Sifnos
One the most iconic churches of the Aegean is Panagia Chrissopigi (Holy Virgin Mary of the Golden Spring), patron saint of Sifnos.
The unique wreath vines of Santorini
Santorini is not only famous for its breathtaking landscapes, views & architecture but also for its distinctive wines.
Fishing the Symi shrimp
At the westernmost point of Symi island stands Agios Emilianos monastery, where I met Irini & Vasilis, the lovely fishing couple on their boat.
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