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Jessica
Younginer

Luxury Journeys by Jess, an independent affiliate of Gifted Travel Network
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
Jessica Younginer

About Me

Hi, I'm Jess, the founder of Luxury Journeys. With 20 years of experience in the luxury travel industry, my journey as a travel advisor has been driven by an insatiable passion for exploration and a deep belief in the power of travel to enrich the soul.

At Luxury Journeys, I don't just plan vacations; I curate transformative experiences that resonate with your unique spirit. There's no one-size-fits-all approach to travel in my world. I believe that a truly great travel experience is one that aligns perfectly with your dreams and desires.

From the wilds of Africa to the timeless allure of Italy and Greece, the sun-soaked Caribbean and Mexico, or the luxury and convenience of private jet charters, I have the firsthand expertise to make it happen. My commitment is to provide you with the personalized, worry-free travel arrangements you deserve, allowing you to focus on creating lasting memories with your loved ones.

Your journey starts with a conversation. Contact me today for a consultation, and let's begin turning your wanderlust into cherished memories.

Places Visited

Naxos, Greece ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Anchorage (Alaska), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Juneau (Alaska), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Ketchikan (Alaska), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Sandy Ground Village, Anguilla ( Last Trip: 2022; Number of Trips: 1)
Scottsdale (Arizona), United States ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 5)
Grand Canyon (Arizona), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 2)
Phoenix (Arizona), United States ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 5)
Athens, Greece ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Auckland, New Zealand ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 1)
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico ( Last Trip: 2021; Number of Trips: 3)
Ubud, Indonesia ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Bali, Indonesia ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 3)
Victoria (British Columbia), Canada ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Brussel, Belgium ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Los Angeles (California), United States ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 9)
Carmel (California), United States ( Last Trip: 2015; Number of Trips: 5)
Ojai (California), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 2)
Laguna Beach (California), United States ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Amalfi, Italy ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Positano, Italy ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Naples, Italy ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 1)
Sicilì, Italy ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Capri, Italy ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Abaco, Bahamas ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Ambergris Caye, Belize ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 1)
Miami (Florida), United States ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 10)
Key West (Florida), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 8)
Key Largo (Florida), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 7)
Islamorada (Florida), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 9)
Orlando (Florida), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 20)
Johannesburg, South Africa ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Johannesburg, South Africa ( Last Trip: 2025; Number of Trips: 1)
Geneva, Switzerland ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Savannah (Georgia), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 5)
Saint Moritz, Switzerland ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Paris, France ( Last Trip: 2013; Number of Trips: 1)
Paris, France ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 6)
Versailles, France ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 8)
Tuscania, Italy ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 1)
Rome, Italy ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Lima, Peru ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Iquitos, Peru ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Chamagne, France ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Lucerne, Switzerland ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 3)
Maputo, Mozambique ( Last Trip: 2025; Number of Trips: 1)
Serengeti, Tanzania ( Last Trip: 2020; Number of Trips: 1)
Marrakech, Morocco ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Missoula (Montana), United States ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Jackson (Montana), United States ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa ( Last Trip: 2025; Number of Trips: 1)
Nairobi, Kenya ( Last Trip: 2020; Number of Trips: 1)
Las Vegas (Nevada), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 9)
Nassau, Bahamas ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 12)
Sydney, Australia ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
New York City (New York), United States ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 15)
Amstelhoek, Netherlands ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Asheville (North Carolina), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 10)
Harbour Island, Bahamas ( Last Trip: 2024; Number of Trips: 1)
Kruger National Park, South Africa ( Last Trip: 2025; Number of Trips: 1)
Maun, Botswana ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Santorini, Greece ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 1)
Nice, France ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 2)
Cannes, France ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 3)
Providenciales, Turks And Caicos Islands ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 12)
Corato, Italy ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 1)
Quebec (Quebec), Canada ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Riviera Maya, Mexico ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 22)
Santiago, Chile ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya ( Last Trip: 2020; Number of Trips: 1)
Rio, Brazil ( Last Trip: 2017; Number of Trips: 1)
Gustavia, Saint Barthélemy ( Last Trip: 2022; Number of Trips: 1)
Montego Bay, Jamaica ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 3)
Jennings, Antigua And Barbuda ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 1)
Ocho Rios, Jamaica ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 3)
Singapore, Singapore ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Charleston (South Carolina), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 21)
Kiawah Island (South Carolina), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 10)
Nashville (Tennessee), United States ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 2)
Florence, Italy ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 2)
Cortona, Italy ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 1)
Moab (Utah), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Zion National Park (Utah), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Salt Lake City (Utah), United States ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Venice, Italy ( Last Trip: 2022; Number of Trips: 1)
Reykjafjörður, Iceland ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Hot Springs (Virginia), United States ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 9)
Wellington, New Zealand ( Last Trip: 2019; Number of Trips: 1)
Cape Town, South Africa ( Last Trip: 2025; Number of Trips: 1)
Stellenbosch, South Africa ( Last Trip: 2025; Number of Trips: 1)
Franschhoek, South Africa ( Last Trip: 2025; Number of Trips: 1)
Negril, Jamaica ( Last Trip: 2018; Number of Trips: 2)
Zurich, Switzerland ( Last Trip: 2023; Number of Trips: 4)

Reviews & Recommendations

100% Recommended

All reviews are from confirmed guests sharing exclusive insights.
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103 Reviews

  • Recommended
    02 Jan 2025

    Family Christmas vacation

    By: Family Christmas vacation
    Another Christmas vacation and Jessica provided us with an extraordinary trip at the budget we gave her. Can’t wait until our next vacation!
  • Recommended
    16 Dec 2024

    Fantastic

    By: Traveler
    I highly recommend working with Jessica to anyone seeking stress-free, perfectly tailored travel planning. She has earned a lifelong customer, and I can’t wait to plan my next adventure with her
  • Recommended
    28 Oct 2024

    Well done

    By: Liza
    So enjoyed our planning together. So easy and responsive. Everything worked from pickups to drop offs. Really enjoyed the tours.
  • Recommended
    03 Oct 2024

    Clients for life

    By: Clients for life
    Excellent Service and Seamless Experience! Jessica knows her stuff. I had an incredible experience working with Jessica Her recommendations were spot on, and the trip went smoothly without a hitch. I truly appreciated her professionalism, patience, and personalized service. I will definitely be using Jessica for future travel and highly recommend her to anyone looking for an stress-free, enjoyable travel