Ben Burtis
Ben’s passion for adventure was ignited while recruiting students to summit Mount Kilimanjaro for pediatric cancer research in 2018. It was atop that mountain that he truly caught the “travel bug” and has since embarked on adventures the world, including trekking Peru’s Salkantay route to Machu Picchu, running the Edinburgh marathon, and deep dives into the cultures of Guatemala and Costa Rica. The more off-the-beaten-path a place is, the better for Ben, evidenced by his ongoing mission to visit every U.S. National Park, which he is about halfway through and counting.
With over nine years in the travel industry, Ben is a seasoned luxury travel consultant who draws on his adventurous spirit to craft highly personalized, unforgettable journeys.
Outside of planning dream trips, you can find him hiking, kayaking, backpacking, petting every dog in sight, or passionately debating on behalf of his favorite New England sports teams.
MOST ENCHANTING TRAVEL
One of my most meaningful travel experiences was my recent two-month-long journey through Guatemala and Costa Rica in the spring and summer of 2026. This trip offered the perfect opportunity to sharpen my Spanish skills, connect with local cultures, and provided a deeply immersive experience. This journey also significantly broadened my knowledge and perspective of the North American travel industry, current trends, and the effects it has on local communities, ultimately highlighting the value of intentionality in the itineraries I craft for my guests.
“I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list.“
Susan Sontag