Melissa Star
She/Her
Based in Bluffton, SC
Melissa Star
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My Story
Former New Yorker with an insatiable desire to see the world. Mother of two determined that experiences trump “stuff” and obsessively making memories through travel.
Travel Style
My travel style requires making several different ages and interests happy. I specialize in finding the moments that keep us all connected as a family.
Reviews (18)
Joseph A.
travel by cruise
19 days ago
Mark and I just wanted to say thank you so much for putting this trip together for us! For our first time cruising, your help kept us confident that it would be planned to the T, and we wouldn't end up adrift somewhere. I could totally see Mark and me doing another one.
Our Silversea experience was amazing. We all had zero complaints. The service and food were excellent, and the excursions amazing and memorable. We will give that feedback to SS as well. But we wanted to give you a personal thanks for working with Dad to make it happen.
Thank you!
Arthur A.
travel by cruise
19 days ago
Had a great trip with excellent weather. Beautiful part of the world. Can’t say enough good things about Silversea and the exceptional operation in all regards. Didn’t miss a beat. Thanks Melissa for all your help.
Charisse H.
travel to New York City
10 months ago
Melissa made our trip to NYC effortless. She clearly knows her way around the city. We were truly grateful for all of her insight. From theater tickets to museum recommendations and little hole in the wall restaurants, we got to experience NYC like natives.
Michael D.
travel to Positano
about 1 year ago
Thank you for everything. There wasn’t one issue the entire trip. Everything was planned and executed perfectly. I travel a ton so I have a high bar of logistics and this was really well done. Especially getting told that the rates have gone done and you’re putting $900 back in my pocket unexpectedly. That was definitely a pleasant surprise. Thank you!
Matthew G.
travel to London
about 1 year ago
Melissa was amazing. From the assistance with a personalized itinerary to appease everyone in our family to helping with last minute details, she was spot on with everything. All of her recommendations were great and as a result we had the best family time in London. Thank you again Melissa!
Joseph A.
travel by cruise
19 days ago
Mark and I just wanted to say thank you so much for putting this trip together for us! For our first time cruising, your help kept us confident that it would be planned to the T, and we wouldn't end up adrift somewhere. I could totally see Mark and me doing another one.
Our Silversea experience was amazing. We all had zero complaints. The service and food were excellent, and the excursions amazing and memorable. We will give that feedback to SS as well. But we wanted to give you a personal thanks for working with Dad to make it happen.
Thank you!
Arthur A.
travel by cruise
19 days ago
Had a great trip with excellent weather. Beautiful part of the world. Can’t say enough good things about Silversea and the exceptional operation in all regards. Didn’t miss a beat. Thanks Melissa for all your help.
Charisse H.
travel to New York City
10 months ago
Melissa made our trip to NYC effortless. She clearly knows her way around the city. We were truly grateful for all of her insight. From theater tickets to museum recommendations and little hole in the wall restaurants, we got to experience NYC like natives.
Michael D.
travel to Positano
about 1 year ago
Thank you for everything. There wasn’t one issue the entire trip. Everything was planned and executed perfectly. I travel a ton so I have a high bar of logistics and this was really well done. Especially getting told that the rates have gone done and you’re putting $900 back in my pocket unexpectedly. That was definitely a pleasant surprise. Thank you!
Travel ideas (2)
Perfect Girl's Weekend on Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas
In March of 2024, I celebrated a milestone birthday with some of my best friends aboard Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas. It was a fabulous weekend of relaxation and laughter. A cruise get-away is absolutely perfect when the hardest thing you want to do is choose which amazing restaurant you're going to dine in next. Low effort = epic rewards!
Perfect Girl's Weekend on Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas
In March of 2024, I celebrated a milestone birthday with some of my best friends aboard Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas. It was a fabulous weekend of relaxation and laughter. A cruise get-away is absolutely perfect when the hardest thing you want to do is choose which amazing restaurant you're going to dine in next. Low effort = epic rewards!
Girls Getaway to Montage Palmetto Bluff
One of my absolute favorite kinds of mini breaks is a Girl’s Getaway, and I recently had one of my favorites ever for a milestone birthday. My 3 friends and I chose to head to Montage’s Palmetto Bluff to celebrate, and it was magic! This gorgeous Southern paradise is exactly the kind of relax and unwind that we wanted, but relaxation is far from the only option at this Live Oak-drenched property. And while we were enjoying it perfectly well, sans husbands and kids, I would not hesitate making it the destination for a family getaway or a couples golf and spa weekend.
Girls Getaway to Montage Palmetto Bluff
One of my absolute favorite kinds of mini breaks is a Girl’s Getaway, and I recently had one of my favorites ever for a milestone birthday. My 3 friends and I chose to head to Montage’s Palmetto Bluff to celebrate, and it was magic! This gorgeous Southern paradise is exactly the kind of relax and unwind that we wanted, but relaxation is far from the only option at this Live Oak-drenched property. And while we were enjoying it perfectly well, sans husbands and kids, I would not hesitate making it the destination for a family getaway or a couples golf and spa weekend.
Perfect Girl's Weekend on Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas
In March of 2024, I celebrated a milestone birthday with some of my best friends aboard Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas. It was a fabulous weekend of relaxation and laughter. A cruise get-away is absolutely perfect when the hardest thing you want to do is choose which amazing restaurant you're going to dine in next. Low effort = epic rewards!
Perfect Girl's Weekend on Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas
In March of 2024, I celebrated a milestone birthday with some of my best friends aboard Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas. It was a fabulous weekend of relaxation and laughter. A cruise get-away is absolutely perfect when the hardest thing you want to do is choose which amazing restaurant you're going to dine in next. Low effort = epic rewards!
Girls Getaway to Montage Palmetto Bluff
One of my absolute favorite kinds of mini breaks is a Girl’s Getaway, and I recently had one of my favorites ever for a milestone birthday. My 3 friends and I chose to head to Montage’s Palmetto Bluff to celebrate, and it was magic! This gorgeous Southern paradise is exactly the kind of relax and unwind that we wanted, but relaxation is far from the only option at this Live Oak-drenched property. And while we were enjoying it perfectly well, sans husbands and kids, I would not hesitate making it the destination for a family getaway or a couples golf and spa weekend.
Girls Getaway to Montage Palmetto Bluff
One of my absolute favorite kinds of mini breaks is a Girl’s Getaway, and I recently had one of my favorites ever for a milestone birthday. My 3 friends and I chose to head to Montage’s Palmetto Bluff to celebrate, and it was magic! This gorgeous Southern paradise is exactly the kind of relax and unwind that we wanted, but relaxation is far from the only option at this Live Oak-drenched property. And while we were enjoying it perfectly well, sans husbands and kids, I would not hesitate making it the destination for a family getaway or a couples golf and spa weekend.
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