Valentina Leal Mexico City Specialties Art & Architecture, Europe, History and Culture

With a passion for thoughtfully curated journeys, Valentina has committed herself to creating personalized travel experiences that blend comfort, culture, and authenticity, helping clients discover destinations through unique itineraries.

Valentina’s background in art and her deep appreciation of culture and travel were the guiding lights in her discovery that planning travel could be a career. As a travel advisor, she fuels her belief that every destination can be experienced through a curated narrative of aesthetics, emotion, and discovery. Her personal and professional experiences living everywhere from Italy to Mexico have given her a deeply intuitive understanding of place. She has built a career centered on designing travel that feels both authentic and personal.

Knowing that a memorable trip is defined by emotion, detail, and connection, Valentina creates journeys where beauty and intention coexist, and each moment feels considered yet effortless. Her personal travel style is guided by curiosity and a strong aesthetic sensibility. This approach directly informs the recommendations she provides to clients, leading her to curate immersive, culturally rich, and elevated travel experiences.

Which destinations or hotels do you go back to again and again? Why?

A destination she would always return to is Tuscany, a place that feels breathtaking in every sense. She is drawn to its landscapes, rolling hills, rich history, and deep cultural heritage, all of which create a timeless sense of beauty and grounding. Tuscany also offers an exceptional selection of refined hotels and private villas, making it ideal for both relaxation and immersion. For her, it is a destination that perfectly balances stillness and discovery, suited for those who wish to unwind while also experiencing the richness of place.

What has been your most memorable travel experience to date?

My most memorable travel experience is a road trip through Iceland with my family. We rented a car and drove across the entire country, discovering landscapes that felt almost otherworldly, raw, vast, and endlessly dramatic. For me, the experience captured a sense of freedom and connection, both to nature and to shared moments with family. Iceland remains, to me, the definition of true luxury in travel: the simplicity of the road, the silence of the landscapes, and the privilege of experiencing such untouched beauty.

Travel Tip

  • Slow down and truly experience each destination rather than trying to see everything at once. The most meaningful moments often come from leaving space in the itinerary for spontaneity whether it’s discovering a local café, getting lost in a neighborhood, or simply taking time to observe the rhythm of a place. For me, thoughtful pacing transforms a trip from a checklist into a deeply immersive experience.