Stephanie Malakie

T+L Travel Advisor | Destination Celebration

Travel + Leisure Editors

February 12, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.·1 min read

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A-List travel advisor Stephanie Malakie

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Specialty: Destination Celebration
Other: Greece, Spain, Japan

“I’m the founder of a boutique agency dedicated to redefining luxury travel, with a team spanning four time zones who bring a personal touch.”

Top Trip: A New Zealand trip for 26 friends that featured a private tour of the Hobbiton movie set.

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Average Daily Spend: $3,000
Trip Planning Fees: None
Languages Spoken: English

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