What if your next trip was designed entirely around you?
Planning a trip is exciting. Choosing where to go, finding the perfect places to stay,discovering unique experiences…
But it can also quickly become overwhelming.
Which destinations should you choose? How long should you stay? Is it better to rent a car? Which activities are really worth the money? How do you avoid spending half your trip travelling between destinations?
This is where Odyssée Personnalisée comes in.
I created my travel planning business to help travellers turn their ideas intopersonalised, realistic and memorable trips, based on their own wishes rather than a standard itinerary.
And Australia holds a particularly special place in my story.
Six months travelling around Australia
Before becoming a travel planner, I was a traveller myself.
I spent six months travelling around Australia, taking the time to explore the country and discover its different landscapes, cities and ways of travelling. I travelled around the country, experienced life on the road and discovered what makes
Australia such an incredible destination – but also what can make it challenging to plan. Australia is enormous.
The distances can be surprising, some destinations that look close on a map areactually very far apart, and trying to fit too much into one trip can quickly turn anadventure into a race against the clock.
My time travelling around Australia taught me that the best itinerary isn’t necessarily the one that includes the most places.
It’s the one that makes sense for you. That’s something I now bring into every itinerary I create.
So, what exactly is a travel planner?
If you’ve never heard the term “travel planner” before, you’re not alone.A travel planner is a travel professional who designs personalised trips according to yourwishes, travel style, available time and budget.
Unlike a traditional travel agency, the goal isn’t to sell you a pre-designed package.Instead, I start with you.
What do you want to see?
What kind of experiences are you looking for?
Do you prefer adventure, nature, culture, relaxation or a combination of everything? How much time do you have? What is your budget?
And perhaps most importantly: what do you want to feel and experience during your trip?
I then research and build an itinerary specifically around those answers.Think of it as having your own travel expert behind the scenes.
I take care of the research, organisation and recommendations, while you remain in control of your trip and your bookings.
What does Odyssée Personnalisée actually do?
My role goes far beyond simply telling you which places to visit.
Depending on the service you choose, I can help you with:
🌏 Choosing the right destination: You have a travel idea but aren’t sure where to go? I can help identify destinations that match your interests, timing and budget.
🗺️ Creating a tailor-made itinerary: I design a day-by-day itinerary that takes into account distances, travel time, activities,accommodation and the pace that suits you.
🚗 Finding the best way to travel: Should you rent a car? Take a domestic flight? Travel by bus or train? Sometimes the cheapest option isn’t the most practical, and sometimes slowing down can make the trip much better.
🏕️ Finding the right experiences: I research activities and experiences that fit your travel style, rather than filling your itinerary with things simply because they are popular. Sharing practical advice This is one of the most important parts of my work. I don’t just rely on what I find online. My own travel experiences allow me to share practical, real-world advice about destinations I’ve actually experienced.
Why Australia is one of my specialities?
Australia is one of the destinations where I can bring particularly strong first-hand experience. Having spent six months travelling around the country means that I understand the realities of travelling there. I know that distances matter. I know that you can’t realistically see everything in a couple of weeks. I know that choosing the right region for the season can make a huge difference. And I know that sometimes one amazing experience is worth more than three extra destinations squeezed into an itinerary.
That’s why, when I create an Australian itinerary, I don’t simply look at a map and connect the famous places. I think about how the journey will actually feel. Will you have enough time to enjoy each destination? Are you spending too much time on the road? Does the itinerary make sense geographically? Are you travelling during the right season? And does it actually correspond to the kind of adventure you dreamed about?
These are the questions that make a good itinerary a great one.
And yes, I have a favourite recommendation for K’gari…
If you’re planning a trip along Australia’s east coast, K’gari (Fraser Island) is an experience I would strongly recommend adding to your itinerary.
The world’s largest sand island is unlike anywhere else, with incredible beaches, freshwater lakes, rainforest and wildlife.
But K’gari is also a destination where choosing the right way to explore can make a big difference. And this is where my partnership with Drop Bear Adventures comes in. If you want to discover K’gari without worrying about organising the 4WD logistics yourself, I can confidently recommend Drop Bear Adventures.
Their tours are a great way to explore the island, discover its iconic landscapes and experience the adventure of travelling across K’gari by 4WD.
So, if you’re planning your Australian adventure and K’gari is on your list: Go for it – and go with Drop Bear Adventures.
Travel planning that starts with you
At Odyssée Personnalisée, I believe that travel should never be one-size-fits-all.
The trip you see on Instagram might be amazing, but it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the right trip for you. Maybe you want to spend three days hiking instead of visiting five cities. Maybe you would rather take a scenic road trip than catch a flight. Maybe you want to see the famous highlights but also discover places that are a little further off the beaten track.
Your trip should reflect your personality, your dreams and the way you want to travel.
That’s why I create tailor-made itineraries based on real conversations with my clients and, whenever possible, my own first-hand travel experience.
And although Australia is one of my specialities, Odyssée Personnalisée isn’t limited to Australia.
I also help travellers plan adventures in New Zealand, South America and other destinations around the world.
Because ultimately, my job isn’t simply to plan a trip.
It’s to help you create an adventure you’ll remember.
Ready to plan your next adventure?
If you have a destination in mind but don’t know where to start – or if you simply know that you want to travel but need help turning your ideas into a concrete itinerary – I’d love to help.
