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Joy Simeonova

Joy Simeonova

Bon Vivant Journeys, LLC, an independent affiliate of Travel Experts, Inc.
Naples, FL United States

Do you want the undivided attention of anyone you meet? Tell them about the incredible experiences you’ve had, the exotic sights that you’ve seen, and the fascinating characters you’ve met along the way.

Hello, I'm Joy Simeonova, and I comb the world to perfectly pair your passions with experiences that are personalized, inspiring, and memorable.

My 30-year career spans from hotel sales and event planning to luxury travel design. Once I entered the travel industry, I never found anything else more exciting. One of the true highlights in my career was the position of Concierge Manager onboard The World, the largest private residential ship on the planet and the finest address for the ultimate luxury. I managed a very dynamic day-to-day operation of various destination programs, expeditions, luxury overland journeys, and private travel requests. Later on, this experience was complemented by a promotion that took me to the headquarters of The World in Ft. Lauderdale. Spearheading destination planning in more than 60 countries, I scouted unique luxury program options in hundreds of destinations around the world and recommended high-end travel experiences to The World’s well-traveled, affluent audience.

I have lived, studied, and worked in Bulgaria, Germany, Switzerland, Czechia and the USA.

Being a world traveler, I travel extensively and frequently. Each one of the 90+ countries I have visited through the years has left a trace in me and shaped my joyful personality. My specialization is in luxury Wine & Dine journeys, Active & Adventure travel, Private Jet expeditions, and bespoke private itineraries worldwide. I love to take my clients behind the scenes with insider access that others would only dream of.

My accommodations portfolio consists of luxurious villas and estates, small boutique hotels, and large hotel suites. I love to custom tailor itineraries and offer the conveniences of private aviation for transportation from place to place if the scenic drive is too long or not worth it. Being a private pilot myself and flying private for several years as well, I understand the nuances of airplanes, and how to further elevate an already personalized service. If you fly First and Business class, I can set up a private planeside meet and greet to skip lines with custom formalities, saving time and aggravation both arriving and departing internationally.

One of my core beliefs is that travel makes everyone a better person. When done right, travel makes you more interesting, it makes you smarter, it makes you more tolerant, and it makes you happy. It offers the opportunity for new culinary experiences. It exposes you to different cultures and traditions. It introduces you to interesting people. And thus – it makes you richer every time you come back home. One of my favorite quotes is “Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer!”

I have credentials from the US Travel Institute (CTC - Certified Travel Counselor), a Master’s Degree in International Tourism from the University of Economics in Varna (Bulgaria), and a Diploma in Marketing & Management from the Institute of Economic Development in Vienna (Austria). My passion for negotiating the best conditions for my customers inspired me to graduate from the Negotiation Mastery course at Harvard Business School Online.

Destination Specialties

  • Antarctica
  • Bhutan
  • Bulgaria
  • Georgia
  • Czech Republic
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • India
  • Ireland
  • New Zealand
  • Turkey
  • Uzbekistan
  • Svalbard And Jan Mayen
  • Croatia

Interests

  • Adventure
  • Culture, History & Arts
  • Independent Tours
  • Food & Wine
  • Ocean Cruising

Languages

  • Bulgarian
  • English
  • German
  • Russian

Reviews

100% Recommended (18 Reviews)

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