Nohl Martin
She/Her
Based in Seattle, Washington and Santa Barbara, California
English, Spanish
Nohl Martin
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My Story
The Maldives. Private jets. Hidden Paris. And everywhere in between, where luxury quietly exhales.
Decades in aviation, an entrepreneur at heart, dust of many lands on my soles—I’ve built businesses and crossed continents, discovering what is genuinely extraordinary. I cut through the noise, because so much looks good—but not all of it is truly extraordinary.
MaldivesEye, Choose Well Travel, and the soon-launching editorial journey Places Worth Going.
Travel Style
I arrive knowing what I want to find—and leave room for what finds me. The best tea house in Kyoto, a hidden courtyard in Paris. And always, the little place around the corner that nobody planned.
The Maldives is where I always return. Warm saltwater, the line between water and air blurred. Time dissolving, fins on, snorkeling, where the marine life keeps revealing new experiences. Mornings in the ocean, afternoons that ask nothing of you—organic food. Barefoot luxury at its best. Active and still at once. Grounded, yet somehow your wings unfold. The world I explore through MaldivesEye.
Sometimes it’s the details that sneak up on you—the weight of the sheets, the softness of the towels. And then there is design. The kind that stops you in your tracks, or the kind that simply amplifies nature, letting the sightlines, the light, the landscape speak. Nature and design in quiet conversation with each other.
And then there is service. Not the performative kind—the kind that arrives as a smile at exactly the right moment, that anticipates without hovering, that makes you feel genuinely seen. I know my clients well. That is not separate from the work—it is the work.
Then there is medieval France—where I once lived among walls that have stood a thousand years. Bold vignettes and crumbling whispers. Places that put everything into perspective. We are, after all, just whispers on this earth.
And then there are cities. Getting lost in Paris, turning a corner into something unexpected, the adventure of a place that reveals itself slowly to those willing to wander.
Certain spaces change your internal pace before you consciously recognize it. The emotional side of travel is the less talked-about and perhaps, the most important. This is what I look for. This is what I build trips around.
In a world saturated with beautiful imagery, I am still learning when to be drawn in—and when to quietly turn away. Discernment, it turns out, is the rarest luxury of all.
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Reviews (7)
Richard S.
travel to Carmel-by-the-Sea
10 days ago
Nohl Martin is an absolute professional who seamlessly handles all of our travel needs. We simply share our destination and dates, and she takes care of the rest with flawless execution. Thanks to her extensive personal travels and immaculate taste, we have stayed at some of the most stunning properties in the world.
Nohl manages every detail—from flights to complex logistics—and coordinates with hotels in advance so we always receive a warm, personalized welcome. Her service, expertise, and professionalism are unmatched. Above all, Nohl is a true joy to work with. We only collaborate with positive, wonderful people, and she is at the very top of that list. She has our highest and most enthusiastic recommendation.
Isabelle C.
travel to Big Sur
10 days ago
Nohl is a true embodiment of the connection between the place and the land. She is aware of the power of travel and the process of integration upon returning home. She carries nature with her always and is an expert on places all over the world and the power of coming home to self. Thank you Nohl for helping guide us on our journey, from Post Ranch to Carmel and for the excitement we feel to work with you for our upcoming adventure to Hawaii and beyond. Thank you for blessing the journey we share.
Sofia F.
travel to San Diego
about 1 month ago
Timely communication and fast bookings. Nohl was very helpful in planning my special birthday trip. Anytime I wanted to add something at the last minute, such as museum tickets, she was able to facilitate that very quickly. Will for sure be using her services again in the future!
Axel D.
travel to San Diego
about 1 month ago
I came to California for the first time, looking more for a feeling than a plan. Nohl listened and found me the right neighborhood near La Jolla. The rest arranged itself, not the tourist list, but where the sea lions actually gather, the best ice cream, the small places you are lucky to find when someone shines a light on them. Truly resourceful.
Melodee M.
travel to Agra
about 2 months ago
Working with Nohl was a wonderful experience. She helped create a beautiful, meaningful journey that was perfectly tailored to what I was looking for. Her thoughtful recommendations, attention to detail, and insider knowledge made every step of the process feel effortless. I traveled with confidence knowing everything had been carefully arranged, and the experience exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Nohl to anyone looking for personalized, luxury travel planning with exceptional service.
Richard S.
travel to Carmel-by-the-Sea
10 days ago
Nohl Martin is an absolute professional who seamlessly handles all of our travel needs. We simply share our destination and dates, and she takes care of the rest with flawless execution. Thanks to her extensive personal travels and immaculate taste, we have stayed at some of the most stunning properties in the world.
Nohl manages every detail—from flights to complex logistics—and coordinates with hotels in advance so we always receive a warm, personalized welcome. Her service, expertise, and professionalism are unmatched. Above all, Nohl is a true joy to work with. We only collaborate with positive, wonderful people, and she is at the very top of that list. She has our highest and most enthusiastic recommendation.
Isabelle C.
travel to Big Sur
10 days ago
Nohl is a true embodiment of the connection between the place and the land. She is aware of the power of travel and the process of integration upon returning home. She carries nature with her always and is an expert on places all over the world and the power of coming home to self. Thank you Nohl for helping guide us on our journey, from Post Ranch to Carmel and for the excitement we feel to work with you for our upcoming adventure to Hawaii and beyond. Thank you for blessing the journey we share.
Sofia F.
travel to San Diego
about 1 month ago
Timely communication and fast bookings. Nohl was very helpful in planning my special birthday trip. Anytime I wanted to add something at the last minute, such as museum tickets, she was able to facilitate that very quickly. Will for sure be using her services again in the future!
Axel D.
travel to San Diego
about 1 month ago
I came to California for the first time, looking more for a feeling than a plan. Nohl listened and found me the right neighborhood near La Jolla. The rest arranged itself, not the tourist list, but where the sea lions actually gather, the best ice cream, the small places you are lucky to find when someone shines a light on them. Truly resourceful.
Travel ideas (2)
A Local's Guide to Kirkland: The Sausalito of the Pacific Northwest
Kirkland is the kind of place you stumble into and wonder why no one told you sooner. I have known it as home on and off for decades, which is why this reads more like a walk with a friend than a checklist. Twenty minutes from Seattle on the quieter side of Lake Washington, it has the long summer evenings, the walkable downtown, the marinas, and rail trail that make a small town feel like enough. People compare it to Sausalito for good reason.
A Local's Guide to Kirkland: The Sausalito of the Pacific Northwest
Kirkland is the kind of place you stumble into and wonder why no one told you sooner. I have known it as home on and off for decades, which is why this reads more like a walk with a friend than a checklist. Twenty minutes from Seattle on the quieter side of Lake Washington, it has the long summer evenings, the walkable downtown, the marinas, and rail trail that make a small town feel like enough. People compare it to Sausalito for good reason.
Maldives: Two COMOs, One Long Exhale
Sometimes the greatest luxury is time that asks nothing of you—no performance, no agenda, just nature, genuine connection, and the rare pleasure of being met exactly where you are. That is what these two properties offer, and why certain travelers return to them, again and again. I have been one of those travelers for more than fifteen years.
Maldives: Two COMOs, One Long Exhale
Sometimes the greatest luxury is time that asks nothing of you—no performance, no agenda, just nature, genuine connection, and the rare pleasure of being met exactly where you are. That is what these two properties offer, and why certain travelers return to them, again and again. I have been one of those travelers for more than fifteen years.
A Local's Guide to Kirkland: The Sausalito of the Pacific Northwest
Kirkland is the kind of place you stumble into and wonder why no one told you sooner. I have known it as home on and off for decades, which is why this reads more like a walk with a friend than a checklist. Twenty minutes from Seattle on the quieter side of Lake Washington, it has the long summer evenings, the walkable downtown, the marinas, and rail trail that make a small town feel like enough. People compare it to Sausalito for good reason.
A Local's Guide to Kirkland: The Sausalito of the Pacific Northwest
Kirkland is the kind of place you stumble into and wonder why no one told you sooner. I have known it as home on and off for decades, which is why this reads more like a walk with a friend than a checklist. Twenty minutes from Seattle on the quieter side of Lake Washington, it has the long summer evenings, the walkable downtown, the marinas, and rail trail that make a small town feel like enough. People compare it to Sausalito for good reason.
Maldives: Two COMOs, One Long Exhale
Sometimes the greatest luxury is time that asks nothing of you—no performance, no agenda, just nature, genuine connection, and the rare pleasure of being met exactly where you are. That is what these two properties offer, and why certain travelers return to them, again and again. I have been one of those travelers for more than fifteen years.
Maldives: Two COMOs, One Long Exhale
Sometimes the greatest luxury is time that asks nothing of you—no performance, no agenda, just nature, genuine connection, and the rare pleasure of being met exactly where you are. That is what these two properties offer, and why certain travelers return to them, again and again. I have been one of those travelers for more than fifteen years.
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