Beckonaire is a boutique luxury travel agency devoted to the art of experience design. We craft sophisticated journeys for discerning travelers in search of the extraordinary.
Beckonaire believes in ultra-personalized, mindful travel.
We operate at the crossroads of luxury and cultural immersion, curating trips that aren’t just comfortable and beautiful, but also fun and transformative.
We view travel as an invitation to indulge, discover, and celebrate—wherever you are—with a sense of wonder and a splash of panache.
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Beckonaire itineraries are expertly crafted to consider the flow, arc, and pace of each trip with exacting attention. Our trips are tailor-made and exclusive by design.
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As members of the highly selective Serandipians consortium, we provide VIP access to the world’s most coveted hotels, with a focus on boutique and independently-owned properties.
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No destination is too remote, and no dream is too lofty. Beckonaire adventures are equal parts bold and elegant.
Be beckoned.
Travel with us.
Our Partners
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High-profile executives, busy families, happy retirees, honeymooners, avid adventurers, and everyone in between. The common denominator: you’re ready to invest in unforgettable experiences, and don’t have the bandwidth or expertise to do it yourself.
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Above all, we care about our clients and are obsessed with solving the logistical puzzles to make your trip as perfect as possible. Our relationships with industry aces and suppliers (whom we’ve personally vetted) enable us to curate experiences with flair, flawless execution, and a human touch. When one trip ends, we build on it to make the next one even better.
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No! Most Beckonaire clients take multiple trips, including at least one milestone adventure, per year. We’ll help you build a progression of trips over multiple years that aligns with your goals, fits with your schedule, and lets you pick the season.
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We’ve been known to pull off last-minute magic, but recommend that you reach out with ideally 6-12 months of runway—or more, for big events or bucket list journeys. The sooner we start a conversation, the more marvelous the beckoning will be.
“The beckoning counts, and not the clicking latch behind you: and all through life the actual moment of emancipation still holds that delight, of the whole world coming to meet you like a wave.”
—Freya Stark
Our Team
Kacey Ripley | Administrative Concierge
Kacey serves as Beckonaire’s Administrative Concierge, managing back-end operations, destination research, and partner communications, freeing David and his team to focus on delivering visionary client experiences. With a background in travel advising and administrative strategy, Kacey combines her passion for travel and adventure with systems and operations to bolster Beckonaire’s commitment to the art of experience design.
Seven-continent globonaut, bestselling travel author, and Beckonaire Founder David Axelrod collects experiences.
David’s extensive international travels for leisure, assignment, and investigation imbue each Beckonaire itinerary with the insight and savvy of a seasoned explorer.
David and his team are constantly scouring the globe in search of irresistible hotels, cultural and culinary paragons, innovations in sustainability, and the latest breakthroughs in global mobility.
Fran Bradshaw, MTA, MBA | Sustainable Tourism Consultant
As Beckonaire’s Sustainable Tourism Consultant, Fran ensures your trip is both unforgettable and thoughtful. With over a decade in the industry and 35 countries under her belt (including three years living la dolce vita in Italy), she brings depth, style, and just the right amount of obsession to each itinerary. Previously with National Geographic Expeditions, she’s designed everything from Namibian safaris to jungle escapes to monthlong around-the-world journeys. Her most memorable trip? Her honeymoon to Malaysian Borneo and the remote island of Sumba — the kind of places that bridge the gap between fancy and cool.
