Travel Advisor

Melissa Kruse
Expertise
- Boutique Travel,
- Off-the-Beaten-Path,
- Europe,
- India,
- Sri Lanka,
- NYC
Based in
NYC
Profile details
About
Globetrotter and travel planner. If I’m not traveling, I’m dreaming up your perfect itinerary.
Travel style
I’ve traveled to more than 35 countries and 33 US states. I’ve lived in the international cities of NYC, Rome and, most recently, Mumbai. I am always on the hunt for new places to explore, delicious food and picturesque landscapes. In addition to my passion for seeing the world, it brings me immense joy to make it easier for others to see the world. I create journeys that blend iconic sights with hidden gems, ensuring you experience both the grand highlights and the small, special moments that make travel unforgettable.
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Melissa's reviews
Melissa was very detail oriented while planning a complex trip across UK and Scotland for us. It involved researching many different locations, stays in each location for different number of heads, keeping various individual preferences in mind. For this particular booking, we were looking for something functional and affordable for one night in Edinburgh city centre. In addition to finding the perfect hotel, she went out of the way to help with parking recommendations (including street parking options), one day city guides and other things we can do around Edinburgh. This whole experience has convinced me that booking with travel planners is an absolute no brainer.
- Anmol D.
Booked travel to Edinburgh
- May 2025
Seamless booking experience.
- Shouvik S.
Booked travel to Edinburgh
- May 2025
Booking through Melissa was one of the best travel decisions I made on this trip. She was the epitome of professionalism—well-organized, patient, and a genuine pleasure to work with. She took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for, offered tailored recommendations, and communicated every detail with clarity and ease. On top of that, she secured fantastic deals I wouldn’t have discovered on my own. It’s rare to come across someone so invested in crafting the perfect travel experience. I wouldn’t think twice about reaching out to her the next time I plan a trip—wherever that may be.
- Himaneesh B.
Booked travel to Ireland
- May 2025

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