Jackie Matthews

I delight in customizing civilized adventures for the discerning traveler. Three plus decades in the travel industry have allowed me to indulge my passion for small group travel, both professionally and personally. I have visited each of the seven continents, tracing the footsteps of ancient civilizations and early explorers.

My Travel Wow Moments:

An Antarctic voyage, a trek to Machu Picchu, a pilgrimage to the Taj Mahal and the proverbial search for Timbuktu have all provided me with a broad understanding of the realities of travel to the ends of the earth.

My Destination Specialities:

• River cruising, especially in Europe and along the Danube. I just sent a group on an Avalon cruise to Vietnam and Cambodia and plan on going there myself soon.
• I’ve lived on three continents, including a two-year stint in Africa working at a safari lodge, which provided me with a unique perspective on travel to the dark continent.
• I’ve visited Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific islands numerous times, and feel comfortable planning immersive itineraries to each.

My enthusiasm and genuine interest in cultures, both past and present, allow me to customize trips to meet the needs of each of my clients.