Hogwarts Castle at Universal Studios

Hello!

Hi, I’m Ashley, a certified travel agent and pop culture travel specialist who helps fans turn their favorite movies, books, and video games into unforgettable real-world adventures. I specialize in pop culture–inspired travel, also known as film location travel, literary travel, and fandom tourism—designing custom trips to destinations featured in or inspired by iconic stories from film, television, literature, and gaming.

If you’ve ever dreamed of:

• Visiting real-life filming locations from movies and TV shows
• Traveling to destinations that inspired fantasy worlds and novels
• Planning a themed vacation for fandoms like Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, or classic horror — you’re in the right place.

What I Do

I help travelers experience the places behind the stories they love. That includes:

• Movie and TV filming locations around the world
• Destinations that inspired famous books and fictional worlds
• Pop culture–themed itineraries, honeymoons, and milestone trips
• Custom travel planning for nerds, readers, gamers, and superfans

From castles in Europe to literary landmarks and cinematic cities, I handle the logistics so you can focus on the magic.

Why Pop Culture Travel?

Growing up I was a voracious reader, and was constantly immersing myself in the fantastical worlds created by J.K. Rowling, C.S. Lewis, and the like. Like many fans, I wanted to experience those worlds beyond the page—but found it surprisingly difficult to find a travel professional who truly understood fandom-based travel. Inspired by my mother’s success as a travel agent, I built my own travel business to fill that gap: helping fans travel to the real places that inspired or appeared in their favorite stories.

Did you know?

• J.R.R. Tolkien drew inspiration for Middle-earth from Switzerland
• Many Game of Thrones castles and landscapes are real places you can visit
• You can actually spend Halloween at Dracula’s Castle in Romania

These trips are not only possible—they can be expertly planned, immersive, and stress-free as well!

Credentials & Expertise

• Certified Travel Agent with The Wander Network
• Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management – Florida Atlantic University
• Dual Bachelor’s Degree in International Affairs and Media & Communication Studies – Florida State University
• Master’s Degree in Global Marketing Management – Boston University

My background in global marketing, media, and tourism allows me to combine strategic planning, storytelling, and destination expertise to create trips that are both meaningful and seamless.

Who I Help:

• Pop culture fans and fandom travelers
• Couples and families planning themed vacations
• Readers, movie lovers, gamers, and “nerdy” travelers
• Anyone who wants a trip inspired by stories that shaped them

If your travel dreams start with a book, movie, or game—I’d love to help you bring them to life.