Advisor - Clémentine Bessade

Clémentine Bessade

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    Based in The City of Light: Paris

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    French, English, Spanish

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Off-the-Beaten-Path
Safari
Rwanda
Tanzania
France

My Story

French former expat with itchy feet who turned a lifelong passion for travel into a full-time adventure. A humanitarian at heart, I’m always chasing meaningful journeys, authentic encounters, green pesto and the best chocolate fondant!

Travel Style

After more than a decade living as an expat, I’ve learned to experience destinations not merely as a traveler, but as a local—immersing myself in cultures, uncovering hidden gems, and understanding what truly gives a place its soul. My incurable itchy feet led me to turn my passion into a career: designing bespoke, high-end journeys that seamlessly blend refined luxury with authenticity.

I first fell in love with the Great Lakes region of East Africa at 15, and have been deeply passionate about sharing its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and extraordinary wildlife ever since. Whether you’re seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure, a meaningful cultural immersion, or a seamless luxury escape, I curate journeys that connect people, cultures, and nature—with heart and purpose.

With a humanitarian mindset at my core, I believe travel should be enriching, responsible, and deeply rooted in local communities. Together, let’s design an extraordinary journey that is uniquely yours.

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Reviews (22)

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Kaitlin B.

travel to Rwanda and Kenya

2 months ago

We couldn’t have been happier with the work Clémentine did organizing our trip. From the very beginning, everything was thoughtfully planned, flawlessly coordinated, and carefully tailored to our needs - including traveling with my mum, who is 71 years young.

The itinerary through Rwanda and Kenya was exceptional: well paced, diverse, and incredibly detailed. From gorilla and chimp trekking to safari to the beach, we had a wonderful and relaxed time. Clem was especially attentive to comfort and accommodation choices, ensuring my mother could fully enjoy the experience. Every transfer, lodge, activity, and permit was seamlessly arranged, allowing us to relax without worrying about logistics.

What really stood out was her professionalism and care. Communication was clear and timely, recommendations were spot-on, and contingencies were clearly thought through. It was obvious that real expertise, local knowledge, and personal attention went into designing a trip that worked beautifully for travelers of different ages.

This was a truly memorable experience and we felt supported every step of the way. We would absolutely recommend Clem and would not hesitate to work with her again.

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Michèle A.

travel to Vienna

2 months ago

Nous revenons d’un séjour de 4 nuits magique à Vienne organisé par Clémentine Bessade de FORA TRAVEL. Tout était parfaitement organisé jusqu’à notre arrivée pour un accueil privilégié l’hôtel judicieusement choisi par Clémentine allié confort qualité et expérience client incomparable avec chambre confortable petits déjeuners qualitatifs et copieux et en prime 100 dollars à dépenser à notre convenance l’hôtel si bien situé que tout VIENNE historique pouvait être découvert à pied si proche du merveilleux BELVÉDÈRE et de son musée si riche, les métros nous menant à Shonbrun… moment de détente sur le roof top bref un we magique Hôtel HOXTON À RECOMMANDER pour un rapport qualité prix incomparable. Merci mille fois!

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Hugo M.

travel to Zanzibar

5 months ago

Afin d’organiser notre magnifique voyage de noce, nous avons eu grâce a une amie (qui avait vécu une expérience parfaite), le contact de Clémentine qui a de suite cerné ce qu’on voulait :

  • une partie safari un peu plus roots en gardant le côté Wahou de chaque lodge, un game driver qui parle très bien français et des activités qui rythment le séjour avec un itinéraire au top. -une partie relax à Zanzibar avec des hôtels impressionnants pour se retrouver et profiter en amoureux aux quatre coins de l’île. Clementine nous a détaillé toutes les excursions proposées sur l’île à faire ou non. Tous ses conseils sont très précieux. Nous avons passé une lune de miel qui a dépassé nos attentes. Merci beaucoup !
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Déborah B.

travel to Venice

7 months ago

We had a wonderful experience working with Clémentine as our travel advisor. She booked two nights in Venice, and the hotel perfectly matched all of our expectations — especially during the busy Christmas period.

We enjoyed a beautiful lagoon view, a spacious room with a bathtub, and everything was arranged within our budget, which we truly appreciated.

Clémentine was extremely available and attentive, both in the lead-up to the trip, the day before our departure, and even during our stay. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was seamless and that we could fully enjoy a memorable and stress-free stay in Venice.

We highly recommend Clémentine for her professionalism, dedication, and genuine care for her clients.

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Philippe M.

travel to Kenya

7 months ago

Perfect communication, perfect recommendations: congratulations to Clementine. Thank you to Clementine for her organisation, professionalism and kindness

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