Travel Planning Services
Every trip begins as a feeling. A pull toward cobblestone lanes, a river bending past castle towns, a dawn safari you have pictured for years. My work is turning that feeling into a journey that runs beautifully, from the first flight to the last night home.
I’m Erin Baker, a travel advisor in Lexington, Kentucky, planning trips for travelers across the United States. Ninety countries and more than thirty cruises later, I bring first-hand knowledge to every itinerary, so nothing is left to guesswork.
Europe Trip Planning
Europe is my specialty, and most of it I have seen for myself. Whether you dream of Paris and the Amalfi Coast, a slow rail journey through the Alps, or a first visit to Kraków, I shape the hotels, trains, transfers and guided experiences into one seamless route built around your pace.
River and Ocean Cruises
As a CLIA Accredited Cruise Counselor who has sailed more than thirty river and ocean cruises, I help you choose the right line, ship, cabin and itinerary. Then I arrange the flights, hotels and shore excursions on either side of your voyage. From the Danube to the Norwegian fjords, you will know exactly what to expect before you board.
Group Travel
Milestone birthdays, family reunions, anniversaries, or a guided tour through Europe with friends. Group trips have more moving pieces, and I handle every one. Each traveler gets the same personal attention, and you get to enjoy the celebration instead of coordinating it.
Tours and Excursions
The moments you remember most often happen off the ship or away from the crowds: a private guide through ancient ruins, a hands-on cooking class, a sunrise view worth the early alarm. I recommend the experiences that are truly worth your time and steer you around the tourist traps.
What's Included
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Up to 3 Custom Proposals
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Ongoing Planning Consultations
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Coordinating and Connecting All Travel Elements
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A Personal Liaison Between You and Our Travel Suppliers
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Custom Itinerary and Easy to Access Mobile App
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Pre Travel Q&A
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24 Hour Hotline for In-Travel Support
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Analyzing the Fine Print
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Insider Knowledge of Your Favorite Destinations
How Pricing Works
Your first conversation is always free: a relaxed 30-minute Google Meet about where you would like to go and how you love to travel. When you are ready to begin, the $100 Research & Planning Fee covers everything above. For groups and weddings, I will put together a custom quote.
Questions Travelers Ask
How much does it cost to work with Enchanted Wanderings?
Your first 30-minute consultation is free. Planning begins with a $100 Research & Planning Fee, which covers three custom proposals, a full itinerary in a mobile app, and 24-hour support while you travel. Groups and weddings are quoted separately.
Do I need to live in Lexington to work with Erin?
No. Enchanted Wanderings is based in Lexington, Kentucky and plans trips for travelers anywhere in the United States. Consultations happen on Google Meet.
What kinds of trips does Enchanted Wanderings plan?
Erin specializes in custom Europe trips and river and ocean cruises, and also plans group trips and travel to the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, South America and the Pacific.
Why use a travel advisor for a river cruise instead of booking direct?
An advisor compares cruise lines, ships, cabins and itineraries for you, arranges flights and pre or post cruise hotels, and steps in when plans change. Erin is a CLIA Accredited Cruise Counselor who has sailed more than 30 river and ocean cruises.
What happens after the free consultation?
Erin sends a summary of next steps and the Research & Planning Fee. Once that is in place she researches options and returns up to three custom proposals to compare.
What credentials does Erin Baker hold?
Erin is a CLIA Accredited Cruise Counselor, a Certified Travel Associate through The Travel Institute, and an ASTA Verified Travel Advisor. Enchanted Wanderings is an independent affiliate of Rainbow Getaways, a member of Ensemble Travel Group.