Vanessa Abbe
She/HerBased in Minneapolis, Minnesota
English, Italian, Portuguese, French
Vanessa Abbe
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My Story
Always going somewhere! I call Minnesota and the Bay Area home. Lover of international travel and cultures. Amateur photographer. Enjoy culture and arts. Love to cook and enjoy wines. Sunset chaser.
Travel Style
Most of my travel experience is as a single, solo woman. I’ve visited over 40 countries across North America, Europe, Latin and South America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. You can usually find me seeking experiences that immerse me in a culture and give me new opportunities. My travel typically focuses on my passions: people, food and wine, off-the-beaten-path locations, arts and culture, local experiences and beautiful views! I like my travel to be a mix of activity, rest, and relaxation!
Reviews (21)
Reily R.
travel to Mykonos
23 days ago
Vanessa was absolutely amazing! She pulled everything together with only two weeks’ notice and made my 30th golden birthday—and my first trip to Europe—truly unforgettable.
From beginning to end, Vanessa was incredibly attentive, professional, and brought such positive energy to the entire experience. We had a few hiccups along the way, but she handled every single one within minutes and made sure everything stayed on track.
I truly can’t thank her enough for making this milestone birthday and trip so special. I will absolutely be back, and I’ll be referring Vanessa to everybody and anybody I know!
Thank you so much, Vanessa, for making my first trip to Europe an amazing experience and giving me memories I’ll cherish forever!
Cindra M.
travel to Milan
about 1 month ago
Vanessa is amazing! She was extremely attentive and willing to flex with all of our last minute changes! Her suggestions, connections and ability to curate an itinerary specifically for us is what made this trip special. My husband has said to me "we aren't travelling without Vanessa's input ever again!" I can't wait for us to continue to work together!
Sara V.
travel to Greece
about 1 month ago
The trip Vanessa planned was absolutely magical! The itinerary was so helpful and very detailed. She helped our trip flow with ease. I'm grateful we hired her and for how helpful and on top of it she was. Vanessa was very quick to respond and help with my changes. I would definitely recommend Vanessa and will use her for all my travel needs. Thats a FOR SURE! Thank you so much for doing this for us and for making our travel easy. I appreciate Vanessa and everything that she did. Nice work!
Sheila K.
travel to Florence
5 months ago
Still smiling (and honestly, still a little emotional) from our unforgettable trip to Italy. What an incredible experience for our family!
As a working mom, the thought of planning was overwhelming and while I’m so grateful for all the tips from friends and family, we truly couldn’t have done it without Vanessa Abbe.
Vanessa took such genuine care in planning every part of our trip. From a thoughtfully customized itinerary, to beautiful luxury hotels, private tours, and so many little touches, everything felt so intentional. It allowed us to be fully present, soak in every moment, and just enjoy being together.
Vanessa shared thoughtful, practical insights, those everyday tips you don’t realize you need that made our entire travel experience seamless. Tips I will be using on subsequent trips she plans for us.
I can’t recommend Vanessa enough. She made something that felt daunting turn into something incredibly easy, seamless, and truly memorable. Already dreaming of my next trip. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Vanessa!!!
Michael O.
travel to Maldives
5 months ago
We worked with Vanessa to plan an incredible trip to the Maldives for our honeymoon, and she was instrumental in making everything feel seamless from start to finish. She handled trip logistics including flights, hotels, and coordination details, and consistently stayed ahead of things so we rarely had to ask questions or chase updates.
Her responsiveness stood out. Any time we had questions or wanted to adjust something, she was quick to respond and easy to work with. More importantly, she didn’t just execute bookings; she made thoughtful recommendations that genuinely improved the overall experience of the trip.
One of the most appreciated aspects was how she added small but meaningful touches that made us feel taken care of and welcomed throughout the journey. She was intention behind her planning and coordination.
She also struck a great balance between being highly organized and still allowing flexibility when our plans evolved. Even when we made last-minute adjustments, she handled everything smoothly and made it feel effortless on our end. It gave us a lot of confidence knowing she was managing the details behind the scenes, especially across an international itinerary with multiple moving parts.
Overall, she delivered a well-orchestrated experience that balanced structure with flexibility, and we would confidently, and plan to, work with her again for future travel.
Reily R.
travel to Mykonos
23 days ago
Vanessa was absolutely amazing! She pulled everything together with only two weeks’ notice and made my 30th golden birthday—and my first trip to Europe—truly unforgettable.
From beginning to end, Vanessa was incredibly attentive, professional, and brought such positive energy to the entire experience. We had a few hiccups along the way, but she handled every single one within minutes and made sure everything stayed on track.
I truly can’t thank her enough for making this milestone birthday and trip so special. I will absolutely be back, and I’ll be referring Vanessa to everybody and anybody I know!
Thank you so much, Vanessa, for making my first trip to Europe an amazing experience and giving me memories I’ll cherish forever!
Cindra M.
travel to Milan
about 1 month ago
Vanessa is amazing! She was extremely attentive and willing to flex with all of our last minute changes! Her suggestions, connections and ability to curate an itinerary specifically for us is what made this trip special. My husband has said to me "we aren't travelling without Vanessa's input ever again!" I can't wait for us to continue to work together!
Sara V.
travel to Greece
about 1 month ago
The trip Vanessa planned was absolutely magical! The itinerary was so helpful and very detailed. She helped our trip flow with ease. I'm grateful we hired her and for how helpful and on top of it she was. Vanessa was very quick to respond and help with my changes. I would definitely recommend Vanessa and will use her for all my travel needs. Thats a FOR SURE! Thank you so much for doing this for us and for making our travel easy. I appreciate Vanessa and everything that she did. Nice work!
Sheila K.
travel to Florence
5 months ago
Still smiling (and honestly, still a little emotional) from our unforgettable trip to Italy. What an incredible experience for our family!
As a working mom, the thought of planning was overwhelming and while I’m so grateful for all the tips from friends and family, we truly couldn’t have done it without Vanessa Abbe.
Vanessa took such genuine care in planning every part of our trip. From a thoughtfully customized itinerary, to beautiful luxury hotels, private tours, and so many little touches, everything felt so intentional. It allowed us to be fully present, soak in every moment, and just enjoy being together.
Vanessa shared thoughtful, practical insights, those everyday tips you don’t realize you need that made our entire travel experience seamless. Tips I will be using on subsequent trips she plans for us.
I can’t recommend Vanessa enough. She made something that felt daunting turn into something incredibly easy, seamless, and truly memorable. Already dreaming of my next trip. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Vanessa!!!
Travel ideas (3)

Wandering Through Italy’s South – Puglia, Basilicata and Paestum
Puglia and Basilicata are places I dreamed of traveling to as a young person. I love these regions because of the warmness and perseverance of the people, the beauty or the regions and the delicious, simple, high-quality ingredient food. I should also mention the coastline is stunning! A great alternative to the Amalfi Coast of Cinque Terre. Additionally, to me, when I’m in these regions, I find the real Italy that I’ve come to know and love. When you’re not at the main sights, it’s not full of tourists.

Wandering Through Italy’s South – Puglia, Basilicata and Paestum
Puglia and Basilicata are places I dreamed of traveling to as a young person. I love these regions because of the warmness and perseverance of the people, the beauty or the regions and the delicious, simple, high-quality ingredient food. I should also mention the coastline is stunning! A great alternative to the Amalfi Coast of Cinque Terre. Additionally, to me, when I’m in these regions, I find the real Italy that I’ve come to know and love. When you’re not at the main sights, it’s not full of tourists.

Shopping & Eating in Florence – A Local Perspective
Italy is one of my favorite places to travel to—so much so that on my first trip, I was inspired to learn Italian! Over the years I have visited Florence many times and have dear Italian friends there. When I interact with Florentines, I like to ask them about their favorite stores and favorite places to eat. This guide captures a few of those insights, as well as my own experiences!

Shopping & Eating in Florence – A Local Perspective
Italy is one of my favorite places to travel to—so much so that on my first trip, I was inspired to learn Italian! Over the years I have visited Florence many times and have dear Italian friends there. When I interact with Florentines, I like to ask them about their favorite stores and favorite places to eat. This guide captures a few of those insights, as well as my own experiences!

A Businessperson's Perspective on the Grand Hyatt São Paulo
I lived abroad in Brazil and Chile for periods of time over eight years, and the Grand Hyatt São Paulo was one of the hotels that I regularly stayed at while traveling for business. The staff were so kind, and I always felt at home when I stayed at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo. The service was really great, and they helped me with all of my questions and needs!

A Businessperson's Perspective on the Grand Hyatt São Paulo
I lived abroad in Brazil and Chile for periods of time over eight years, and the Grand Hyatt São Paulo was one of the hotels that I regularly stayed at while traveling for business. The staff were so kind, and I always felt at home when I stayed at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo. The service was really great, and they helped me with all of my questions and needs!

Wandering Through Italy’s South – Puglia, Basilicata and Paestum
Puglia and Basilicata are places I dreamed of traveling to as a young person. I love these regions because of the warmness and perseverance of the people, the beauty or the regions and the delicious, simple, high-quality ingredient food. I should also mention the coastline is stunning! A great alternative to the Amalfi Coast of Cinque Terre. Additionally, to me, when I’m in these regions, I find the real Italy that I’ve come to know and love. When you’re not at the main sights, it’s not full of tourists.

Wandering Through Italy’s South – Puglia, Basilicata and Paestum
Puglia and Basilicata are places I dreamed of traveling to as a young person. I love these regions because of the warmness and perseverance of the people, the beauty or the regions and the delicious, simple, high-quality ingredient food. I should also mention the coastline is stunning! A great alternative to the Amalfi Coast of Cinque Terre. Additionally, to me, when I’m in these regions, I find the real Italy that I’ve come to know and love. When you’re not at the main sights, it’s not full of tourists.

Shopping & Eating in Florence – A Local Perspective
Italy is one of my favorite places to travel to—so much so that on my first trip, I was inspired to learn Italian! Over the years I have visited Florence many times and have dear Italian friends there. When I interact with Florentines, I like to ask them about their favorite stores and favorite places to eat. This guide captures a few of those insights, as well as my own experiences!

Shopping & Eating in Florence – A Local Perspective
Italy is one of my favorite places to travel to—so much so that on my first trip, I was inspired to learn Italian! Over the years I have visited Florence many times and have dear Italian friends there. When I interact with Florentines, I like to ask them about their favorite stores and favorite places to eat. This guide captures a few of those insights, as well as my own experiences!

A Businessperson's Perspective on the Grand Hyatt São Paulo
I lived abroad in Brazil and Chile for periods of time over eight years, and the Grand Hyatt São Paulo was one of the hotels that I regularly stayed at while traveling for business. The staff were so kind, and I always felt at home when I stayed at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo. The service was really great, and they helped me with all of my questions and needs!

A Businessperson's Perspective on the Grand Hyatt São Paulo
I lived abroad in Brazil and Chile for periods of time over eight years, and the Grand Hyatt São Paulo was one of the hotels that I regularly stayed at while traveling for business. The staff were so kind, and I always felt at home when I stayed at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo. The service was really great, and they helped me with all of my questions and needs!
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