Isabella Darden
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Based in Brooklyn, NY
Trip budgets start at $500/night
Isabella Darden
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My Story
Passionate about city adventures, serene beach vacations and discovering under-the-radar luxury hotels. Brooklyn-based, but most likely on an airplane.
Travel Style
I'm Bella, a travel advisor passionate about turning vacation dreams into reality. My curiosity about the world has taken me to over 30 countries across four continents, with Tanzania, Greece, Mexico, and Slovenia holding special places in my heart. I specialize in creating intentional, off-the-beaten-path travel experiences that blend relaxation and adventure—whether it's a morning hike, a beach day, a cultural food tour, with an evening out for dinner and live music. My goal is to craft personalized journeys that nourish the mind, body, and soul while connecting travelers with the world's diverse cultures, landscapes, and stories. Experiencing destinations through their food is my favorite way to explore, as I believe cuisine is a universal language that reveals a place's culture and traditions. Traveling is my way of life, and I excel at designing bespoke travel experiences for families, individuals, and couples, with a special focus on Mexico, Europe, New York City, and nature travel. I've also planned unforgettable honeymoons, milestone birthdays, and proposal trips. Let me handle the planning so you can relax and fully enjoy the adventure!
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Reviews (36)
Ann S.
20 days ago
Bella planned the perfect Costa Rican getaway. It is incredibly easy to work with her, she asked great questions, and really understood what we wanted. And she delivered.
Alexa C.
a month ago
Bella was wonderful and booked the accommodations and kept in touch with both me and the hotel as the reservation approached. Great perks at the hotel by booking through Bella.
Neda N.
a month ago
We had an amazing experience working with Bella. her flexibility and patience truly sets her apart. She was more than willing to keep searching and refining options until we found the perfect accommodations for our trip, which was noto easy given many constraints and asks that we had. Bella thoughtfully presented a variety of choices, each tailored in different ways to our needs and preferences.
It was so clear that Bella genuinely cared about finding the best fit for us, not just booking something quickly, or off the shelf. We felt supported, heard, and confident every step of the way, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Our vacation was a great fit for toddlers and grandparents alike.
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and client-focused travel advisor.
Leann L.
2 months ago
I'm so glad I worked with Bella to plan my solo 40th birthday trip to Paris, Nice, and Amsterdam! I am not a logistics person and very prone to analysis paralysis, so using her services took pretty much all of the stress away from trip planning. Her daily itineraries were very thoughtful, flexible and based my interests and preferred pace. All of the hôtels she suggested were appealing, and the ones I ended up going with were excellent. I didn't have one bad meal using her restaurant suggestions. I was even able to call her from Paris about a small problem and she helped me figure it out right away. Bella helped me have such a special (two week) birthday, and I hope to work with her again soon.
Jennifer J.
3 months ago
Bella was a dream to work with! She gave the best suggestions and took all the stress out of planning. She listened to what we wanted, gave thoughtful recommendations, and made the entire experience feel effortless. Our trip turned out even better than we imagined!
Ann S.
20 days ago
Bella planned the perfect Costa Rican getaway. It is incredibly easy to work with her, she asked great questions, and really understood what we wanted. And she delivered.
Alexa C.
a month ago
Bella was wonderful and booked the accommodations and kept in touch with both me and the hotel as the reservation approached. Great perks at the hotel by booking through Bella.
Neda N.
a month ago
We had an amazing experience working with Bella. her flexibility and patience truly sets her apart. She was more than willing to keep searching and refining options until we found the perfect accommodations for our trip, which was noto easy given many constraints and asks that we had. Bella thoughtfully presented a variety of choices, each tailored in different ways to our needs and preferences.
It was so clear that Bella genuinely cared about finding the best fit for us, not just booking something quickly, or off the shelf. We felt supported, heard, and confident every step of the way, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Our vacation was a great fit for toddlers and grandparents alike.
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and client-focused travel advisor.
Leann L.
2 months ago
I'm so glad I worked with Bella to plan my solo 40th birthday trip to Paris, Nice, and Amsterdam! I am not a logistics person and very prone to analysis paralysis, so using her services took pretty much all of the stress away from trip planning. Her daily itineraries were very thoughtful, flexible and based my interests and preferred pace. All of the hôtels she suggested were appealing, and the ones I ended up going with were excellent. I didn't have one bad meal using her restaurant suggestions. I was even able to call her from Paris about a small problem and she helped me figure it out right away. Bella helped me have such a special (two week) birthday, and I hope to work with her again soon.
Travel ideas (5)
Site Inspection at Hotel Emiliano in Rio de Janeiro
In March of 2024, I did a site inspection while staying at the chic beachfront Emilano in Rio De Janeiro. Across from Copacabana beach, it's the perfect home base while visiting the stunning city and experiencing all it has to offer. I will definitely be returning and recommending this to all of my clients!
Site Inspection at Hotel Emiliano in Rio de Janeiro
In March of 2024, I did a site inspection while staying at the chic beachfront Emilano in Rio De Janeiro. Across from Copacabana beach, it's the perfect home base while visiting the stunning city and experiencing all it has to offer. I will definitely be returning and recommending this to all of my clients!
A Long Weekend Escape to Mexico City
Mexico City is a fantastic place to spend a long weekend any time of year. Easily reachable via a direct flight from NYC, LA, Austin and many more American cities, it's a colorful escape filled with world-class meals, stunning architecture, gorgeous mountains, perfect weather and world class museums.
A Long Weekend Escape to Mexico City
Mexico City is a fantastic place to spend a long weekend any time of year. Easily reachable via a direct flight from NYC, LA, Austin and many more American cities, it's a colorful escape filled with world-class meals, stunning architecture, gorgeous mountains, perfect weather and world class museums.
Property Spotlight: Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece
In August of 2023, I had the pleasure of doing a site inspection while staying at the breathtaking Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece. The absolutely stunning views, attentive staff, excellent food, and well-appointed rooms made this hotel soar to the top of my recommendations list.
Property Spotlight: Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece
In August of 2023, I had the pleasure of doing a site inspection while staying at the breathtaking Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece. The absolutely stunning views, attentive staff, excellent food, and well-appointed rooms made this hotel soar to the top of my recommendations list.
Site Inspection at Hotel das Cataratas in Iguazu Falls, Brazil
In March of 2024, I did a site inspection while staying at the breathtaking Hotel das Cataratas, a Belmond Hotel. As the only hotel located inside Iguazu National Park, Belmond guests have exclusive access to the park before the park opens and after it closes, so it's easy to beat the crowds and see the falls during sunrise and sunset.
Site Inspection at Hotel das Cataratas in Iguazu Falls, Brazil
In March of 2024, I did a site inspection while staying at the breathtaking Hotel das Cataratas, a Belmond Hotel. As the only hotel located inside Iguazu National Park, Belmond guests have exclusive access to the park before the park opens and after it closes, so it's easy to beat the crowds and see the falls during sunrise and sunset.
Playing and Staying Like a Local in New York City
New York is the city I call home, and it will always have a special place in my heart. While the classic touristy bucket list can be fun and exhilarating, perhaps this isn’t your first visit and you want to act like a local for a few days. If this is the case, this is your list of things to do in Manhattan and beyond.
Playing and Staying Like a Local in New York City
New York is the city I call home, and it will always have a special place in my heart. While the classic touristy bucket list can be fun and exhilarating, perhaps this isn’t your first visit and you want to act like a local for a few days. If this is the case, this is your list of things to do in Manhattan and beyond.
Site Inspection at Hotel Emiliano in Rio de Janeiro
In March of 2024, I did a site inspection while staying at the chic beachfront Emilano in Rio De Janeiro. Across from Copacabana beach, it's the perfect home base while visiting the stunning city and experiencing all it has to offer. I will definitely be returning and recommending this to all of my clients!
Site Inspection at Hotel Emiliano in Rio de Janeiro
In March of 2024, I did a site inspection while staying at the chic beachfront Emilano in Rio De Janeiro. Across from Copacabana beach, it's the perfect home base while visiting the stunning city and experiencing all it has to offer. I will definitely be returning and recommending this to all of my clients!
A Long Weekend Escape to Mexico City
Mexico City is a fantastic place to spend a long weekend any time of year. Easily reachable via a direct flight from NYC, LA, Austin and many more American cities, it's a colorful escape filled with world-class meals, stunning architecture, gorgeous mountains, perfect weather and world class museums.
A Long Weekend Escape to Mexico City
Mexico City is a fantastic place to spend a long weekend any time of year. Easily reachable via a direct flight from NYC, LA, Austin and many more American cities, it's a colorful escape filled with world-class meals, stunning architecture, gorgeous mountains, perfect weather and world class museums.
Property Spotlight: Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece
In August of 2023, I had the pleasure of doing a site inspection while staying at the breathtaking Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece. The absolutely stunning views, attentive staff, excellent food, and well-appointed rooms made this hotel soar to the top of my recommendations list.
Property Spotlight: Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece
In August of 2023, I had the pleasure of doing a site inspection while staying at the breathtaking Minos Beach Art Hotel in Crete, Greece. The absolutely stunning views, attentive staff, excellent food, and well-appointed rooms made this hotel soar to the top of my recommendations list.
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