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Our massive group of 30+ friends and families, spanning all ages and ski abilities, had a truly magical ski trip thanks to Stefan Terwindt's services. What seemed like an impossible logistical nightmare – coordinating varying arrival & departure dates, skill levels, and expectations – was handled with remarkable flexibility and a smooth, effortless organization delivered with genuine kindness. We recommend Stefan to anyone planning a group trip, he is the best!

An absolutely unforgettable trip to Austria! Wow! What a country! Stefan really listened and responded to what we wanted—lots of history, a slice of culinary culture, and time to just relax and recuperate — he nailed it. He knows Austria extremely well and suggested places and experiences we had never heard of. The highlights? Our private wine tasting in the Wachau Valley and the special private tour of Schönbrunn Palace. It was easy … The hotels were superb, and everything was seamless thanks to his connections. It felt like having a friend who knows all the best spots handle the details. If you’re thinking about a trip to Austria—or anywhere in Europe—talk to Stefan. He made our trip unforgettable!

Stefan Terwindt organizes our ski vacation every year. Everything is taking care of from lodging to mountain ski passes and recommendations for activities and restaurants. We just show up ready to enjoy our vacation. We love it!

Our river cruise from Germany to Budapest was absolutely unforgettable. From securing the best cabin with breathtaking views to arranging exclusive excursions in Vienna and along the Danube, every detail was perfectly planned. The seamless coordination allowed us to fully relax and enjoy the journey. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience—huge thanks to Stefan for making it all happen!

For our annual reunion of college buddies we had chosen New England in fall. We are a diverse group of 50-plussers, busy professionals living in different parts of the world. We trusted Stefan to put together a unique itinerary (including transportation, accommodation and activities), tailored to our specific preferences. He did a fantastic job, making a real effort to understand our requirements and communicating excellently along the way. Highly recommended!

We are well travelled and usually reach out to an agent in the country we will be visiting, but found Stefan’s agency and we are very happy with the service that he is providing. The program for our two week trip to Albania is comprehensive and includes everything we want to see and do. Also the hotels that are included are up to our standards. We requested “best available , and that is exactly what is included in our trip. Stefan has been very enthusiastic , helpful and responsive and we enjoyed his assistance in arranging our trip.

Stefan made the bookings for flights and trains, reservation of nice and good accommodation in each place, connections to airports. My trip worked perfectly fine from beginning to end, meeting my friends and relatives in the way to the different cities and countries. I will ask Stefan again to organize my next vacation or any other trip.

Croatia... it wasn't even a country when I grew up. But I heard great stories from friends about it so I thought I would go and see for myself. But where to start, what to visit, how to travel around in a country where I don's speak the language??? Thank goodness for the internet where we found Stefan. He has traveled all over Europe, prevented us from a lot of mistakes and was able to point out the best places to go to and stay. He recommended stuff that we would have never ever gone to, discovered or stayed at by ourselves, totally matching what we were looking for. Travel arrangements were sublime, with a mix of means of transportation allowing us to experience Croatia in the best possible way. The local guys and girls were all well informed of our schedule and wishes and were great to team up with, the hotels often not mainstream but excellent, making it an even more enjoyable experience. What can I say? The country is indeed entitled to an entity on its own and is more than de

We spent a week in the Dolomite mountains in Italy. Stefan had organized a very nice and cozy family hotel that served as our base from where we made day trips. Hiking trips, a visit to the museum of archeology in Bolsano where we saw the iceman Oetzi were amongst them. He had also organised a trip to Riva at Lake Garda and Verona. All was taken care of into the smallest details. A great week!

We had the best time traveling in the Netherlands! So many experiences between walking along the canals in Amsterdam and visiting some of the smaller quieter museums. Stefan’s guidance was spot on!

From the AirBNB we stayed at to the beautiful beaches and activities, Stefan found all the gems of St. Maarten! I highly recommend this trip and will be returning soon!

We had an excellent accomodation in the cosy Austrian village of St. Johann am Arlberg.

Pleasantly surprised about the quality of this Europe experience which Stefan helped to organize for us. He helped us to decide what we actually want and expect from this trip. The knowledge he has about Europe and especially Vienna is amazing! We are not of the typical touristy kind. What Stefan did really well was finding the unexpected and lesser known places and attractions which made our trip unforgettable!

A Special Thank-You to Stefan Terwindt of NuVia Travel, LLC With less than a week to plan, I called Stefan Terwindt, founder of NuVia Travel, with a last-minute request. My husband and I needed a travel package that would take us from Croatia to Venice, Italy, for three nights and four days, then onward to Denmark. We wanted to experience the beauty, history, shopping, food, and adventure of Venice while feeling safe and well taken care of. Stefan delivered—and he did an excellent job! From transportation and accommodations to tours, dining arrangements, and our flight to Denmark, everything came together beautifully. He listened to what we wanted and created a Venice escape filled with exciting experiences, wonderful food, education, and lasting memories. What impressed us most was that our last-minute booking never felt like a last-minute experience! We were right there with travelers who had planned well in advance, enjoying the major attractions and wonderful tours. We never felt as though we were receiving leftover options or missing out because we booked late. Stefan made us feel like a priority. Our personalized itinerary kept our plans organized and easy to follow, allowing us to spend more time enjoying Venice and less time figuring out the details. We explored, learned, enjoyed great restaurants, and soaked in the beauty of this extraordinary destination. Stefan, thank you for turning a last-minute travel challenge into a beautifully planned adventure! Your professionalism, attention to detail, and personal care made this trip special for both of us. We wholeheartedly recommend Stefan Terwindt and NuVia Travel, LLC to anyone looking for thoughtful planning and exceptional service. A1 service, amazing memories, and two very grateful travelers! With sincere appreciation, Donell & Yolonda Smith

Stefan is a superb travel consultant. He is organized and pays attention to every detail. He recommended the cruise line Regent and the ship Splendor. The ship was stunning all common areas were beautifully appointed and our suite was gorgeous. Beautiful two rooms/large closet and 1.5 bathrooms. All food choices were excellent restaurants beautiful and with Stefan’s guidance we made reservations ahead and had no problem sampling all fine restaurants. Excursions were terrific with local guides and great choices. The staff on the ship were superb and paid so much attention to every detail. Stefan was so familiar with Regent cruise and reminded us of all required payment dates/reservations and travel details. When you travel with Stefan making the arrangements you will be perfectly taken care of. He takes the guess and uncertainty out of travel.

Stefan helped us plan a fabulous Alaska cruise on Holland America's Eurodam. He was meticulously detail-oriented and a patient listener. The accommodations and other recommendations he made were perfect for our needs. Highly recommend!

Stefan and NuVia provided a phenomenal travel experience for us. We travel extensively around the world and their communication and follow up was impeccable. They were flexible and provided great options for our trip.

Stefan knows what he's doing! We had a lovely two-week trip through Albania and he made excellent recommendations and made sure we had help on the ground when needed. We traveled with three generations, ages 2 - 75, from many different locations and he got us where we needed to be when. He had ideas for everyone! It was a great family trip.

Our recent family trip to Paris and London was absolutely incredible because of Stefan. This was our first time traveling to Europe, so we were clueless about what to do and where to go. From the very beginning, Stephan made the entire planning process smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable. He took care of every detail (flights, hotels, transportation, tours, etc.). Every reservation was exactly as promised, and the meeting places for all our tours were centrally located in both cities. His recommendations for tours, dining, hotels, and transportation were outstanding, and it was clear that he has firsthand knowledge of both Paris and London. On the days we did not have tours scheduled, he provided suggestions for additional sightseeing and shopping options that made our trip even more memorable. While in London, we visited the London Eye, attended a Changing of the Guard Tour and a London 30 Top Sights Tour (Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Southbank, St. Paul's Cathedral, London Bridge, etc.). We also did the Brixton Market Food Tour and the Borough Market Food Tour. All of the tour guides were excellent and extremely knowledgeable about each place we stopped on the tour. In Paris, we toured the Louvre, Versailles, Montmartre, Hotel de Ville, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Moulin Rouge, Latin Quarter, Champs-Élysées, Notre-Dame, etc. Paris was amazing! Stephan was a pleasure to work with. He was responsive, patient, organized and always willing to answer our questions. We truly felt like he wanted us to have the best possible experience. If you are looking for a travel agent who is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely invested in making your vacation memorable, I cannot recommend him highly enough. Thanks to his planning and attention to detail, we created memories that my family will cherish for a lifetime. We will absolutely use him again for our future travels.

Stefan is the ultimate travel advisor. He pays special attention to every detail and ensures that he communicates clearly and consistently. Stefan anticipates ahead of travel and secures the finest lodging, convenient access to attractions, and an array of options that ensures a full travelers experience. Our recent trip to Iceland was flawless thanks to Stefans arrangements. Transfers perfect, guides incredible, and prompt travel connections. When airline was delayed, we contacted Stefan and he offered to assist by finding us a hotel room if we needed to spend another evening in Reykjavik. AMAZING he is available and tracking his clients to ensure a fabulous experience. Highly recommend.

I had the pleasure of using NuVia Travel to organize our once in a life-time, bucket list trip to South Africa. The Founder, Stefan Terwindt, a friend and former colleague, put together the perfect itinerary for our mix of safari's, history, hikes and general sightseeing. He engaged us throughout the process and the end result was perfect. Luxurious hotels, private safari reserves, private tours and private transfers everywhere. It made the vacation a breeze. I would not only recommend him for your future travels needs, but we are already discussing with him our next trip to Africa!!

All the accommodations were amazing, and the safaris were out of this world. All our drivers and guides were punctual and knowledgeable. We have asked Stephen to organise another trip for us.

We give Stefan 5 stars without hesitation! He was an exceptional travel agent, responsive, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable. He helped us organize an unforgettable trip to Spain. We went to Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla, and Granada, plus a couple day trips. We only had about three weeks to plan, and Stefan was a lifesaver, booking hotels, organizing tours, and arranging train travel between cities. We handled our own flights, but he took care of everything else with creativity and ease. The itinerary was organized beautifully in a handy app, and he respected our budget at every step. He also gave us invaluable tips, like how to make the most of Holy Week in Spain. A highlight was when he secured us a small group tour of the Alhambra, which was otherwise fully booked! Stefan is organized, hard-working, and his fees were absolutely reasonable. We will 100% use him again and highly recommend anyone looking to travel with care and attention to detail to contact Stefan. Plus, after the trip, he called us to see how everything went, which we greatly appreciated! We can't wait to plan our next trip using his services!

Just got back from an awesome 3 week trip to see the Northern Lights in Norway that Stefan helped us plan. He booked our 12 night coastal ferry cruise with Havila Voyages (like Hurtigruten but newer ships) that took us up into the Arctic Circle. We were fortunate to see the lights on 6 different nights! We also spent time in Oslo, Bergen, and Copenhagen to round out the trip. Thoroughly recommend Stefan/NuVia Travel.

Stefan did a fantastic job with our trip to Portugal. He worked with us closely to understand our preferences and budget and came up with a perfect itinerary. Everything was set up and paid in advance making for a relaxing trip with no unexpected surprises along the way. Highly recommend.

Stefan helped our group get organized for a trip to Portugal that had been on the radar for too long. We told him what we were looking to do. And he found a great hotel an excursions that were perfect for our group of 5. We coordinated our own flights but he coordinated everything else, including airport transfers. Everything went flawlessly.

Perfect travel experience with Stefan. I didn’t have the time or focus to plan a trip to Lake Como. Stefan made the process seamless, planned expertly for me and my friend’s taste, and even included a nice, welcomed surprise. The app Stefan uses came in handy, as it told us our daily plans, who was picking us up, tickets attached online, and everything we needed to know, updated for any minor changes. It was a wonderful travel experience and I will use Stefan again and again!

Stefan did an incredible job planning and coordinating the logistics for our trip to Lake Como. His recommendations for accommodations and activities were spot on! A true pleasure to work with! Thank you Stefan!

Stefan from NuVia Travel was phenomenal in helping us plan our trip to Iceland. He not only advised us on hotels and tours but also gave us pointers on packing, currency needed and local tipping suggestions. He took the time to walk us through several travel insurance options, comparing plans from different companies and explained the pros and cons of each. His insights gave us peace of mind and we highly recommend his services for anyone looking for expert, trustworthy travel guidance!