The Wayfarer

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Interview: Sarah Cruse from Clayoquot

Interview: Sarah Cruse from Clayoquot

Amy’s idea to start Nellie happened while she was visiting Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island 2 years ago. Since then, Nellie has developed a deep connection with the lodge’s...

Interview: Sarah Cruse from Clayoquot

Amy’s idea to start Nellie happened while she was visiting Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island 2 years ago. Since then, Nellie has developed a deep connection with the lodge’s...

How Nellie transforms group events into unforgettable experiences

How Nellie transforms group events into unforgettable experiences

At Nellie, our mission is to connect humans through extraordinary experiences. When it comes to group events—whether a corporate retreat, group gathering, or milestone celebration—this mission takes on special meaning....

How Nellie transforms group events into unforgettable experiences

At Nellie, our mission is to connect humans through extraordinary experiences. When it comes to group events—whether a corporate retreat, group gathering, or milestone celebration—this mission takes on special meaning....

Nellie's Favorite Ski Destinations for 2024

Nellie's Favorite Ski Destinations for 2024

We've scoured the globe to find destinations that offer not just great powder, but unforgettable moments both on and off the slopes. Here's our insider's guide to some of the...

Nellie's Favorite Ski Destinations for 2024

We've scoured the globe to find destinations that offer not just great powder, but unforgettable moments both on and off the slopes. Here's our insider's guide to some of the...

Winter Getaways for Every Type of Traveler

Winter Getaways for Every Type of Traveler

As the chill and darker days of winter settle in, we find ourselves dreaming of an escape to new destinations. Here’s what we’re loving right now.     For the...

Winter Getaways for Every Type of Traveler

As the chill and darker days of winter settle in, we find ourselves dreaming of an escape to new destinations. Here’s what we’re loving right now.     For the...

Rediscovering London with My Teens

Rediscovering London with My Teens

As the founder of Nellie, I've always believed in the power of travel to connect people across cultures. This summer, I had the opportunity to put that belief into practice...

Rediscovering London with My Teens

As the founder of Nellie, I've always believed in the power of travel to connect people across cultures. This summer, I had the opportunity to put that belief into practice...

Celebrate Your Next Milestone with a Nellie Trip

Celebrate Your Next Milestone with a Nellie Trip

When you want to celebrate a milestone birthday, anniversary, or other major event, a party is nice, but will you remember it in 10 years? Probably not.  These are times...

Celebrate Your Next Milestone with a Nellie Trip

When you want to celebrate a milestone birthday, anniversary, or other major event, a party is nice, but will you remember it in 10 years? Probably not.  These are times...

A Swiss Family Adventure

A Swiss Family Adventure

When you’re traveling with your extended family, finding a destination that fits the bill for everyone can feel like mission impossible. But we think we’ve cracked the code on multi-generational...

A Swiss Family Adventure

When you’re traveling with your extended family, finding a destination that fits the bill for everyone can feel like mission impossible. But we think we’ve cracked the code on multi-generational...

Scouting Notes: Italy

Scouting Notes: Italy

Italy is tied as the most popular destination for Nellie clients, hands down.  This summer we ran a 45-person group retreat to Capri and sent guests on golf cart tours...

Scouting Notes: Italy

Italy is tied as the most popular destination for Nellie clients, hands down.  This summer we ran a 45-person group retreat to Capri and sent guests on golf cart tours...

5 beach getaways we're excited about right now

5 beach getaways we're excited about right now

At Nellie, our focus is on delivering extraordinary experiences and moments of human connection.  But that doesn’t mean we leave out the hotels. Whether you’re on an action-packed holiday, or...

5 beach getaways we're excited about right now

At Nellie, our focus is on delivering extraordinary experiences and moments of human connection.  But that doesn’t mean we leave out the hotels. Whether you’re on an action-packed holiday, or...

French Polynesia: Paradise, hiding in plain sight

French Polynesia: Paradise, hiding in plain sight

When thinking of a beach vacation that’s not too far afield, Mexico and Hawaii are usually the first to come to mind.   But French Polynesia, is a spectacular destination...

French Polynesia: Paradise, hiding in plain sight

When thinking of a beach vacation that’s not too far afield, Mexico and Hawaii are usually the first to come to mind.   But French Polynesia, is a spectacular destination...

Capri: The ultimate luxury escape in Italy

Capri: The ultimate luxury escape in Italy

The island of Capri has long been a playground for jet setters. With its stunning natural beauty, world-class hotels, exquisite cuisine, and vibrant nightlife, Capri continues to captivate travelers who...

Capri: The ultimate luxury escape in Italy

The island of Capri has long been a playground for jet setters. With its stunning natural beauty, world-class hotels, exquisite cuisine, and vibrant nightlife, Capri continues to captivate travelers who...

The Greatest Luxury Is Making Memories

The Greatest Luxury Is Making Memories

Though we may not like to admit it, we all know that the thrill of getting the next new “it” gadget or the perfect pair of new shoes fades remarkably...

The Greatest Luxury Is Making Memories

Though we may not like to admit it, we all know that the thrill of getting the next new “it” gadget or the perfect pair of new shoes fades remarkably...

The Essentials I Never Travel Without

The Essentials I Never Travel Without

As the founder of Nellie, I’ve logged thousands of travel hours scouting out destinations to send our clients to. Last year alone I traveled to 15 countries. That means I’ve...

The Essentials I Never Travel Without

As the founder of Nellie, I’ve logged thousands of travel hours scouting out destinations to send our clients to. Last year alone I traveled to 15 countries. That means I’ve...

3 holiday trip destinations you probably haven't thought of

3 holiday trip destinations you probably haven't thought of

Though you may be packing to jet off to your summer vacation destination, now’s actually the time to start planning your winter break trip. Instead of yet another sun-and-surf getaway...

3 holiday trip destinations you probably haven't thought of

Though you may be packing to jet off to your summer vacation destination, now’s actually the time to start planning your winter break trip. Instead of yet another sun-and-surf getaway...

Plan an Unforgettable Corporate Retreat with Nellie

Plan an Unforgettable Corporate Retreat with Nellie

Remote work is the norm these days, and for all the benefits it holds for employees, there’s one big downside: teams are increasingly disconnected without the bonding that comes from...

Plan an Unforgettable Corporate Retreat with Nellie

Remote work is the norm these days, and for all the benefits it holds for employees, there’s one big downside: teams are increasingly disconnected without the bonding that comes from...

Amy's Top 10 Travel Experiences in 2023

Amy's Top 10 Travel Experiences in 2023

As the Nellie founder, I travel a lot—both with my family and for my company. Though it’s really hard to pick favorites, I wanted to share my top 10 travel...

Amy's Top 10 Travel Experiences in 2023

As the Nellie founder, I travel a lot—both with my family and for my company. Though it’s really hard to pick favorites, I wanted to share my top 10 travel...

Scouting Notes: Portugal

Scouting Notes: Portugal

  After a long wet winter in San Francisco, we were thrilled to hop on a plane to scout out what is now officially one of our favorite destinations. With...

Scouting Notes: Portugal

  After a long wet winter in San Francisco, we were thrilled to hop on a plane to scout out what is now officially one of our favorite destinations. With...

Four Magical Days In Florence & Rome

Four Magical Days In Florence & Rome

On a recent work trip to Italy, we decided to sneak in just a few extra days to explore on our own. Yes, we could have steeped ourselves in Italian...

Four Magical Days In Florence & Rome

On a recent work trip to Italy, we decided to sneak in just a few extra days to explore on our own. Yes, we could have steeped ourselves in Italian...