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Sandee Hughes, Travel Agent in New Orleans, LA

Sandee Hughes

New Orleans, LA Travel Agent
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Sandee Hughes

New Orleans, LA · 9 Years of Experience

BucketList Travel Advisors, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(24)
100% Recommended
Our trip to Madrid and Barcelona in June 2025 was truly a trip of a lifetime. Sandee took the time to understand that we wanted a... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Spain, Italy, France, Portugal, Europe

Interests:

Premier Concierge Services, Solo Travel, Luxury, European Culture, River Cruises

About Me

When Europe, River and Wine all come together!
When Europe, River and Wine all come together!

Elite Luxury Travel Designer & Itinerary Architect

For the truly discerning traveler, a journey is not merely a collection of reservations, it is an investment in time, legacy, and seamless experience. Over the past decade, I have operated a private luxury travel agency dedicated to desigining bespoke European itineraries for couples and families, who demand absolute precision, complete discretion, and flawless execution. As a certified luxury travel specialist with over 10 years of industry experience on the ground and behind the scenes, I have structured my business around a singular principle: absorbing the immense stress of complex international logistics so that my clients are entirely free to immerse themselves in Europe's most spectacular destinations.

Our Regional Specialties:

A seamless itinerary cannot be engineered by a standard digital booking engine or an algorithm. It requires profound regional expertise and a living, active network of premier human relationships. My private practice specializes in designing hyper-customized portfolios across Europe's most coveted regions, with an exclusive emphasis on:

  • France: Crafting ultra-exclusive cultural escapes from the high-fashion ateliers of Paris to the historic châteaux of the Loire Valley and private beach clubs along the French Riviera.
  • Italy: Engineering deeply immersive cultural tracks through the Historic Hubs of Rome, Florence, and Venice. We orchestrate private guided access to world-renowned galleries, coordinate elite art historians, unlock the private boat docks of Lake Como and the Amalfi Coast, and secure cellar entries through the rolling estates of Tuscany and Piedmont.
  • Greece: Curating Hellenic narratives that balance ancient history with modern maritime luxury. From private yacht charters through the secluded bays of the Cyclades (Milos, Paros, Mykonos) to securing accommodations at grand cliffside resorts of Santorini, we manage complex multi-island logistics with absolute operational fluidity.
  • Portugal: Designing profound epicurean and historical pathways through the dramatic Douro Valley, the historic sites around Lisbon, and the pristine coastlines of the Algarve, prioritizing authentic heritage luxury.
  • Spain: Architecting sophisticated cultural and coastal tracks from the private art ateliers of Madrid and the architectural marvels of Barcelona to the historic Andalusian estates of Seville. Access to historic monuments, curating culinary journeys through Basque Country, and charters along the sun-drenched Costa del Sol.
  • Switzerland: Coordinating precision alpine and scenic rail journeys from the peak-to-lake corridors of Zermatt, St. Moritz, and Lucerne. We manage everything from private ski-in/ski-out chalets and dedicated mountain guides to panoramic rail carriages on the Glacier Express.

Why I Am Driven by the Travel Industry:

My passion for this industry is not derived from simple wanderlust; it stems from a deep reverence for the art of human connection and the complex engineering required to make a multi-layered journey appear effortless. I view travel as a canvas for legacy-building. There is profound professional fulfillment in knowing that our direct intervention, whether it is arranging a private classic boat cruise, or positioning a dedicated English-speaking driver-guide for an intricate transfer, safeguards our clients' most valuable asset: their peace of mind. I love this industry because it allows me to turn complex operational layers into seamless, lifelong memories and celebrations for travelers who trust me with their time.

The Custom Designer Difference

What truly sets me apart is my personal relationships with on-the-ground destination directors across Western Europe. When you collaborate with me, you do not travel as an anonymous tourist. You enter each country as an expected, highly vetted guest.We do not offer pre-packaged itineraries or standardized tours. We do not reserve individual components. Every single itinerary we design is completely custom, built from the ground up to align beautifully with your distinct pace, lifestyle, and preferences. We manage every operational layer ensuring your journey is executed with the sophisticated caliber your lifestyle requires.

For more information visit our website at www.BucketListTravelAdvisors.com

-sandee

 

Bespoke Itineraries Shaped by Real Connections

True luxury is defined by what you cannot see, the invisible layer of protection that turns an intricate journey into a unique experience. While my primary portfolio outlines regional specialties across Italy, Greece, Switzerland, Portugal, Spain and France, the true engine of my agency is proactive real-time operations. Our team actively monitors your journey in the background. More importantly, you gain a dedicated human partner who understands the stress of unexpected global travel changes, ensuring your peace of mind is not compromised. 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
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Unforgettable Journey to Spain
Reviewed By HappyTraveller7 - Louisiana | Traveled to Madrid | Spain | Europe
Our trip to Madrid and Barcelona in June 2025 was truly a trip of a lifetime. Sandee took the time to understand that we wanted a blend of culture, cuisine and history. We asked her to pack as many tours and activities into this vacation as possible. She did just that! Every detail was thoughtfully customized just for us! The boutique hotels were charming and ideally located, the transfers were smooth, and the activities she planned for us were absolutely amazing! I cannot say enough about the private tours and the fantastic tour guides that Sandee booked for us! Every tour felt intimate and insightful! We toured cathedrals, palace’s, architectural marvels, had dinner on a private catamaran in the Mediterranean, and had a blast watching flamenco dancers. Every experience felt uniquely ours! Sandee was always just a message away, though everything was so well planned we were able to relax and enjoy every moment. Sandee, thank you so much for every unforgettable memory that we will ha
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Dream vacation to multiple countries
Reviewed By WMAdventures - San Diego | Traveled to Europe
Sandee helped pull off one of our dream vacations to Morocco, Barcelona, Nice and Monaco. So many positives, we loved so many aspects of the trip from the activities to sites to hotels and quite a few delicious meals.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The Trip of a Lifetime
Reviewed By LoveMeT - Phoenix | Traveled to Amalfi | Italy | Europe
Every detail for our Italy vacation was perfect, and Sandee's recommendations were so amazing and helpful. Thank you again for helping make our trip of a lifetime so incredible! I appreciate you and I am giving your name to friends!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic trip!
Reviewed By Nancy - Santa Rosa, CA | Traveled to Italy | Europe
Sandee has helped us plan multiple trips for both just us and for our entire family. She listens to what we like to do and coordinates the perfect trip for us. Our last trip to Spain and Italy was exactly what we wanted- part land and part cruise. Sandee follows up on how we are doing during the trip and helps us with any questions. Everything has gone smoothly for every trip she’s helped us plan. Her knowledge of travel in different countries was so valuable. We look forward to working with Sandee with all our future travel plans!
Sandee Hughes responded
"Thank you Nancy. It is always a pleasure to plan with and for you and I look forward to what you have planned next on your bucket list. "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The varied adventure we were looking for.
Reviewed By Stacey - Le Mans, Sable Sur Sarthe, Normandy, Paris | Traveled to France | Europe
We were trying to plan our long overdue honeymoon that included our now teenage boys. We wanted to explore a French canal on our own boat and our boys wanted to see the 24 hour Le Mans race and Paris. Sandee made it all work for us by reserving a canal boat on the Sarthe River in close proximity to Le Mans. Following the race we spent a few days exploring the villages along the Sarthe river, including taking in Vespers at an amazingly beautiful monastery. Sandee arranged private drivers and private tours for us as well. This included a drive to Mount St Michael and a tour of the interior. We had a private driver and tour of Normandy which was not part of our original plan in France, but was an amazing addition that Sandee recommended for us. Standing on Omaha Beach and Utah Beach was an experience my two boys will never forget. Sandee also arranged tours for us in Paris that included the Louvre and Versailles. We stayed in a beautiful hotel close to the Louvre and the Musee d'Orsay. Sa
Sandee Hughes responded
"Thank you Stacey. It was a pleasure to assist you and your family on your bucket list items through France. "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Luxury/Experiential Customer, Destination Knowledge, Luxury Travel Experiences, Luxury Programs, Luxury/Experiential Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
American Society of Travel Advisors “VTA” Verified
Wine Specialist - Society of Wine Educators

My Places

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My Travel Stories

Cruising the scenic Douro River

Exploring Iberian culture in Portugal & Spain

My daughter was studying abroad in Spain and, I was very excited to visit her and explore the Iberian region. Lisbon, Porto and the Douro Valley in Portugal and Salamanca, Madrid and the Canary Islands were on this itinerary. A fantastic two itinerary and May was the perfect time to travel through this region.  I arrived into Madrid airpo...
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Client Testimonials

England & France Vacation
We had the most amazing time on our trip. Thank you Sandee for choosing such amazing experiences. We are back to reality now and sad it's over but we loved every minute of our European Adventure in London, Paris and Nice!”
Sroufe Family
Always an adventure!
Sandee makes our vacations an even better adventure! We appreciate everything she does!
Cumbo Family
Thank you, for making the impossible possible
Our hearts overflow with gratitude to Sandee Hughes for crafting a journey that transcended the ordinary. Our accommodations, meticulously handpicked by Sandee, provided us with havens of luxury and comfort that made each day's exploration all the more enchanting. It was as if we were living in a dream, with breathtaking vistas at every turn, thank you Sandee for your impeccable choices.
Karen K.
Our river cruise was fabulous!
The ship was very nice, clean and safe. The staff and the service was wonderful. The tulips were at prime viewing time and our best weather day was at the Keukenhof gardens. Thank you again for all your assistance over the past 3 years! Will keep you in mind for future trips.
Sheryl P.
Hassle Free Travel!
Everything that was planned accordingly couldn’t have gone much smoother. We were amazed. Everything set up in orderly fashion from the drivers meeting at your spot in timely manner to getting to where you needed to go. All the guides were superb and good personalities. Really enjoyed the trip hassle free
L Montgomery.
Every excursion was amazing!
We had such a great time and loved the hospitality we were shown at each stop
James L
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