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Travel with a sense of place.

Intentionally designed travel experiences around the world.

Julia Hugg, founder of Hugg Travel Co.

Hugg Travel Co is a boutique travel advisory for those seeking luxury with authenticity. I design personalized journeys centered around beautifully designed hotels, villas, and cruises, cultural and nature-driven experiences, exceptional food and wine, and artisan shopping.

My clients have a discerning eye and similar priorities, but value having a trusted partner to refine their ideas, seamlessly execute logistics, and ensure their time and investment are well spent.

More About Julia

A thatched roof over a lounge area with ocean beyond. Julia walking the dunes outside Dubai. A house with gray wooden shingles and black trim. A pool shaded by a flowering plumeria tree. An elephant grazing on open plains. Bougainvillea spilling over a tiled facade. A hilltop village of stone houses. A stone-edged infinity pool overlooking the bush.

A partner for trips big and small

From milestone celebrations and multi-generational journeys to executive retreats and the smaller moments in between, I craft elevated travel experiences for my clients throughout the year. Together, we shape bucket-list journeys, quick escapes, and the other trips that anchor their year.

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Celebrations

  • Honeymoons and babymoons
  • Milestone birthdays
  • Anniversaries
  • Elopements
  • Couples trips
  • Bachelor and bachelorette parties
Julia's family by the Sankaty lighthouse on Nantucket.

Families

  • Multigenerational travel
  • Families with kids
  • Reunions
A safari picnic beside the game vehicle.

Purposeful Journeys

  • Safari
  • Cruises
  • Wellness travel
  • Food and wine journeys
  • Expeditions
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Groups

  • Destination weddings
  • Corporate offsites
  • Executive retreats
  • Incentive trips

Preferred Partnerships

With leading luxury brands around the world

Four Seasons Preferred Partner Aman Rosewood Elite Mandarin Oriental Fan Club The Leading Hotels of the World Oetker Collection Pearl Partner Auberge Collection One&Only Resorts Rocco Forte Knights Dorchester Collection Diamond Club COMO Hotels and Resorts Singita Relais & Châteaux Preferred Partner Design Hotels Collective Explora Journeys Virtuoso

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From travelers

Outdoor dining setup in a safari landscape.

An African honeymoon for the ages

“Julia knocked it out of the park planning our honeymoon to South Africa. We had the perfect combination of Cape Town, The Winelands, Safari and ended at the beach, where the hotel was probably our favorite we’ve ever stayed. Julia found the best hotels and lodges, made sure the logistics were seamless, listened to our needs, and recommended places we never would have found on our own.”
A coastal scene with clear blue water and rocky shore.

An annual travel planning partner

“I can't imagine planning a trip without Julia. She finds beautiful hotels we'd never have discovered, listens to what we want, and her recommendations for restaurants, experiences, and shopping are always on point. We plan our whole year with her now, from couples getaways to family trips to full villa rentals. Our travels have completely transformed. She protects both our time and our investment, and that's worth everything to our family.”
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Making family memories in Japan

“This was the best trip of our lives. Coordinating logistics for all 8 of us was no easy feat, and Julia made the entire process seamless. Julia found amazing guides, curated design-driven hotels, exceptional restaurant recommendations, and unique experiences.”
Overwater bungalows reaching into the Bora Bora lagoon.

A honeymoon saved in French Polynesia

“I truly could not recommend Hugg Travel Co. enough. Unfortunately we missed our flight to French Polynesia and woke up in a panic wondering how we were going to move all the amazing reservations, excursions, and hotel stays Julia had booked for us. She jumped into action so fast, seamlessly adjusting everything to align with our new flights. I truly don’t think I could have rebooked and done everything without her. I have since recommended her to countless friends and would do so over and over again!”
Wooden boats moored in a quiet Corsican bay.

Elevate your next escape

Whether you're dreaming of a design-forward escape in the Italian countryside, a family adventure in the Caribbean, a honeymoon safari in Africa, or a destination wedding, I'd love to help you plan it.

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