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I’ve had the incredible opportunity to spend a good bit of time in Iceland and fell completely in love with it. I lived in Morocco for three years and it’s in my soul now. I’ve been in food, beverage and travel for almost twenty years and have practiced yoga for that long as well. Why am I telling you all this? Because based on this experience and expertise, I’m sharing vacation ideas that truly speak to me, and I hope to you too. But if you don’t feel a connection to any of the offerings you see here, simply press the bespoke button and we will make it happen!
Wander through mounds of fresh, locally sourced produce, while learning about the culture of Spanish and Portuguese cuisine. Glistening seafood and spiced meats will pile high on outdoor terraces, glasses will overflow with craft beers and your soul will recalibrate as you bask in the afternoon rays of the Mediterranean sun.
Bespoke cruises along the rivers and canals in the Champagne region of France. You’ll be going to Champagne tastings and tours at the Chateau, farmers’ markets and cooking classes.
Morocco
Stay in a palatial riad. Visit the local souks, wander around in the old town or along the modern seasides. Luxury desert camping via Camel trekking. Delicious foods and delightful music. The beautiful “Blue Pearl” Chefchouen. The terra cotta city of Zagora.
Picture yourself on the seaside in Portofino sipping a glass of wine in the sun overlooking the Cinque Terre and the beautiful Mediterranean. Take a cooking class in Tuscany and visit Montalcino wineries. Stroll the streets of Paris and experience Michelin Star fare or fantastic street foods and everything in between.
Breathe deeply and exhale. You are about to pamper yourself and recharge. My spa and wellness packages are in stunning, peaceful locations with well-known professional instructors. Immerse yourself in a calm environment and pamper yourself with healthy, delicious meals, massage, yoga and more.
If you can dream it up, I can work with you to make it all happen!
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Tours
Each of the tours below are examples of what you can experience when you travel using my services and they are fully customizable to suit your every need and desire.
Morocco
Visit cities like Marrakech, Fes, Chefchouen and Tangier. Explore the ancient medinas and souks. Visit the spice markets and tanneries. Delve into the delicious foods that Morocco is so famous for: Friday couscous, tagines, and heavenly sweets. Go camping under the desert stars…
Cooking Classes
Finally learn to make a delicious beef tagine, sweet/savory bastilla or lemon chicken with olives in one of my hands-on Moroccan cooking classes.
Custom
If you have your own Moroccan adventure in mind, I can help you make it a reality. Contact me. And let’s get started!
Cities of Morocco
Visit cities like Fes, Chefchouen (The Blue Pearl), Marrakech, Essaouira and Agadir, and my beloved Tangier.
Desert Camping
Trek on camels bedoin style and camp in luxurious style with sumtuous carpets and cushions, listen to Amazig music and feast on the local fare by campfire all under the desert stars in the Western Sahara.
Spain & Portugal
Sample Culinary Tour
Andalucian/Spanish Cooking Course Tour
This relaxing 7 day tour is not only for those who adore food, but for anyone who needs a profound getaway in one of the most beautiful white-washed villages of Spain. Located along the southern Spanish coast, this culinary adventure will introduce you to the textured landscape that flows into the crystal blue sea, the fresh ingredients that naturally grace the land and the rich cultural heritage that has influenced Andalucian food even today.
From seafood to cured meats, expect locally produced Chorizo, various cuts of pork, seasonal salads and stews of fish & vegetables. From Sherry wine tastings to fragrant paellas, your new Spanish cooking repertoire will be overflowing with succulent recipes!
Photo credit @Catavino
Wine & Food Vacations
in Italy
Indulge your senses in Italy… the rolling hills of Tuscany, the glorious Alps in the distance near Barolo. Tasting wines at the wineries, shopping in local markets, learn to make REAL Italian dishes.
Cooking Classes
Learn from local Italian chefs and cooks. You’ll learn to make hand made pasta like linguine and the ever-popular gnocchi, sauces, sweets and more.
Winery Tours
Taste wines at the wineries and in many cases, meet the winemakers themselves. You will visit places like, but not limited to, Barolo, Montalcino (Brunello), Puglia and Sicily. Stroll through the vines, sip on wines in the cantina or under a quaint umbrella
Wine Tastings & Restaurants
Visit anything from Michelin star spots to fantastic street foods and everything in between along with fantastic wine pairings created especially for you.
Fully Custom
Don’t see exactly what you want above? Simply Contact me and we’ll create something special together.
Champagne Cruises
Reims to Château-Thierry
An enchanting journey between history and vineyards, amidst beauty and delightful bubbles. Visit cathedrals and wine cellars or WWI memorials. Take your time and relax on the sundeck. Explore the area with our guided minibus tours and finish the day with a sumptuous dinner on board.
Example Six-Night Cruise
Day 1 – Welcome to Château-Thierry. Visit of Memorials, castle, winery.
Day 2 – cruise to Dormans. Visit of 1 or 2 wineries, viewpoint, memorial.
Day 3 – cruise to Cumières, Visit of Hautvillers and Epernay, 1 or 2 wineries.
Day 4 – cruise to Marreuil-sur-Aÿ. visit to Epernay or Aÿ, with winery.
Day 5 – cruise to Isse. Visit of Reims mountains and winery, or Chalons-en-Champagne.
Day 6 – cruise to Billy-le-Grand. Visit of Reims cathedral and winery.
Day 7 – Farewell after breakfast.
Fully Custom Options Available
Luxury All-Inclusive Beaches
Maybe you love Club Med and pampered luxyury as much as I do!
I’m excited to be able to share my specialization in Club Med Vacations with you. LEARN MORE
Bring the entire family or whisk your beloved off for a romantic getaway. Sandals and Beaches have something for absolutely EVERYONE. LEARN MORE.
Luxury River Cruises
Imagine
floating down the Danube, the Rhine or through Bordeaux with
Ama Waterways.
With an award-winning river fleet, critically acclaimed dining and a variety of included excursions, AmaWaterways offers you the opportunity to explore authentic culture and captivating landscapes in luxury and comfort. LEARN MORE.
Client Testimonials
Don’t take my word for it – here’s what my clients say:
Romantic languages? Check. Expert wine knowledge, check… Great people skills? Again… European education? Absolutely. What can I say about Raelinn that others may not know? She speaks with a smile, has great follow up skills and really knows her stuff. With connections all over the globe, Raelinn is a great asset to anyone who requires tact, confidentiality, great customer service skills, exuberance and passion.
A very experienced traveler herself, [Raelinn] knows how to cater to the needs and interests of both novice and experienced travelers.
Michaela Noble
Attorney
Raelinn has more experience with traveling than most anyone I know. She’s also a kind and standup person. Anyone needing assistance or advice w/ travel plans should check in here.
Neil Nappi
Musician
If you’re thinking about vacation now (prices are low) or dreaming about a summer trip, get in touch with my friend, Raelinn. Not only will she help you find a gorgeous getaway at the best price, but she takes all the worry and stress of planning off your hands.
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About Me
Raelinn Doty Schmitt
Owner/Bon Vivant
I’ve spent the last twenty years in food and beverage, hospitality, travel, sales and pricing. I’ve brought it all together under one roof so that I can share with you my favorite experiences and products from all over the world.
My focus is on what I love most — Fully customized travel to warm beaches with calm seas, island hopping on sailboats in the Caribbean, Mediterranean and Aegean/Ionian seas, delectable culinary and wine vacations in places like Spain, Italy and Portugal and deeply immersive cultural experiences like camel trekking in the Sahara.
It is my great privilege and pleasure to put my years of expertise and travel savvy to their best use for you and make your next vacation the experience of a lifetime!
It is important for me to share with you that both personally and professionally, I support
BLACK LIVES MATTER
and am a straight ally to all members of the
LGBTQ community.
Please let me know how I can better support you and your businesses.
How it all works….
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Bespoke Luxury
If you want to step off the plane and forget every care in the world, this is the plan for you. I will take care of every possible detail of your trip.
Standard Travel
This option is for travelers who are pretty comfortable with international travel already but want a little bit of guiding and planning.
Self-Guided
These experiences are for savvy travelers who love to go it alone but want some great insider information to help better inform their trip.
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