Chiara Mandel
She/HerBased in Philadelphia, PA
English
Trips starting at $500/night
The Luxe Explorer
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Our Story
I'm a Philadelphia-based travel planner with a passion for creating unforgettable journeys. While my heart beats for the vibrant energy of a fast-paced city, I’m always dreaming of the rolling hills of Tuscany and the perfect Aperol Spritz at golden hour. I'm the mom to two girls—one human baby and one fur baby—and I cherish making memories with my little family whenever I can. It’s truly an honor for me to plan travel for my clients. I specialize in crafting personalized experiences that leave lasting memories—whether it's a romantic escape, a cultural deep-dive, or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. My goal? To turn every trip into a story worth telling.
Travel Style
My travel style is all about blending thoughtful planning with meaningful experiences. I love creating itineraries that balance iconic sights with hidden gems, and I always look for ways to add a personal touch—whether that’s a scenic driving route, a tucked-away wine bar, or a perfectly placed hotel. There’s absolutely a time and place for five-star luxury in my book, but I also have a deep love for boutique properties with character and charm. I believe great travel should feel seamless, inspiring, and reflective of each traveler’s unique interests, pace, and sense of adventure.
Reviews (20)
Nikole H.
travel to Mallorca and Barcelona
21 days ago
Chiara was amazing to work with! She is so kind, knowledgeable and helpful. When we first spoke to her, we told her about ourselves and what we enjoy to do and she said she thought Spain would be perfect for us and she was so right!! She designed the most perfect itinerary for us. Everything was specific to our wants, needs and interests. She was there to answer any and all of our questions. She was just so wonderful to work with and we will definitely be using her again!
Colin M.
travel to Saint Lucia
21 days ago
We had an amazing and seamless experience working with Chiara! She was very attentive and organized with planning our trip and really listened to exactly what we wanted for our honeymoon. Our trip could not have been better and we can't thank Chiara enough for planning this for us!
Lorraine H.
travel to Cancún
25 days ago
It is lovely working with Chiara. She helps to make travel arrangements stress free. And the added sssurance that she is there to help with any issues during travel is wonderful.
Rebekah K.
travel to St. Thomas
25 days ago
Kezia S.
travel to Aruba
8 months ago
We had an absolutely wonderful experience on our recent trip to Aruba, and so much of that is thanks to our travel planner. Every detail of the trip was thoughtfully planned and executed flawlessly, allowing us to truly relax and enjoy every moment.
From accommodations to recommendations for dining and activities, everything was perfectly suited to our preferences. Aruba itself was incredible—beautiful beaches, crystal-clear water, fantastic food, and the warmest, friendliest people—but having such a seamless itinerary made the experience even better.
Our travel planner made the entire process easy and stress-free, was incredibly responsive, and anticipated things we wouldn’t have thought of ourselves. Knowing everything was taken care of gave us total peace of mind before and during the trip.
Nikole H.
travel to Mallorca and Barcelona
21 days ago
Chiara was amazing to work with! She is so kind, knowledgeable and helpful. When we first spoke to her, we told her about ourselves and what we enjoy to do and she said she thought Spain would be perfect for us and she was so right!! She designed the most perfect itinerary for us. Everything was specific to our wants, needs and interests. She was there to answer any and all of our questions. She was just so wonderful to work with and we will definitely be using her again!
Colin M.
travel to Saint Lucia
21 days ago
We had an amazing and seamless experience working with Chiara! She was very attentive and organized with planning our trip and really listened to exactly what we wanted for our honeymoon. Our trip could not have been better and we can't thank Chiara enough for planning this for us!
Lorraine H.
travel to Cancún
25 days ago
It is lovely working with Chiara. She helps to make travel arrangements stress free. And the added sssurance that she is there to help with any issues during travel is wonderful.
Rebekah K.
travel to St. Thomas
25 days ago
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