Planning a trip shouldn’t feel overwhelming, it should feel like the beginning of something magical. When we work together, you’re stepping into a guided, heart-led journey where every detail is handled with care, intention, and expertise. From our very first conversation to the moment you land safely at home, my process is designed to remove stress, spark excitement, and help you feel supported every step of the way. This is travel that feels smooth, meaningful, and entirely yours… the kind of experience you look back on and think, “This is what life is for.”
How Your “Someday” Becomes Today’s Adventure
step one
Connect & Dream Together
It all begins with a simple introduction, a short call where I learn about your vision, preferences, and what matters most to you. This conversation is the foundation of your journey, giving me everything I need to start shaping a trip that feels aligned, intentional, and made just for you.
Custom Planning & Your Perfect Proposal
Next, I create a personalized itinerary or group trip proposal based on your travel style, pace, and goals. You’ll review it, ask questions, and request any adjustments. I’m happy to refine it until it feels like the perfect fit. Once you’re ready, a deposit within 7–10 days secures your adventure.
step two
Booking, Logistics, & Seamless Support
This is where I take the heavy lifting off your plate. I handle bookings, deadlines, payments, airfare (including monitoring your flights), and all the details in between. You’ll also receive planning calls at key moments to ensure you feel informed, excited, and fully prepared for your journey.
step three
Travel With Confidence & Heart
When departure day arrives, you can relax knowing everything is taken care of. Whether you’re joining a hosted group journey or embarking on a custom itinerary, you’ll have my support, guidance, and watchful eye throughout. This is stress-free, heart-led travel, the kind that lets you be fully present for the memories you’re making.
step four
Hey there, friend!
Travel has always been more than movement for me. It’s a way of seeing the world with wonder, collecting stories that stay with you, and stepping into versions of yourself you didn’t know were waiting. I started my career planning magical Disney trips for my young children, and over the years, that spark evolved into something deeper: a love for immersive travel that transforms you from the inside out.
Today, I’m the founder of Jasper Travel, a heart-led travel planning and small-group hosting service inspired by my family, my adventures, and the belief that “someday” shouldn’t have to wait. I’ve guided travelers through Morocco’s souks, Iceland’s windswept landscapes, the Mediterranean’s glow, and the soul-stirring wilds of Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania. Africa, especially, has shaped me in a way I never expected... the kind of change you can feel in your chest long after you’re home.
I’m a lover of strong black coffee, historical fiction, golden-hour moments, my two spoiled cats, and any destination that invites deep connection and curiosity. My clients describe me as warm, grounded, and endlessly caring. I'm the person you want beside you when you step into a new place. And honestly? They’re right. I care deeply. About your comfort. Your safety. Your memories. Your excitement. Your “finally doing this.”
My approach blends curated luxury with authentic adventure. I value details, but I’m not interested in checklist travel. I believe in meaningful journeys... you know, the kind where you laugh with new friends, breathe in stories you’ve never heard, and experience the world in a way that meets you exactly where you are in life.
Whether you're joining one of my small-group experiences, dreaming of an African safari, planning a river cruise, or designing a custom international itinerary, you’ll receive the same heart-led support: thoughtful planning, seamless logistics, genuine care, and an open invitation to explore the world with ease.
This is travel with intention.
Travel with community.
Travel that changes you in all the right ways.
And if you’re feeling the pull, that little nudge that says, “It’s time," I’d love to guide you on your next adventure.
I'm Rose Atherton
