For the Unapologetic Hedonist
Let me elaborate
Travel is a privilege, a way to grow, and a ritual for rest.
Society has stripped so much of
our whimsy
our child-like imagination
& our eagerness to wander.
We are often undervalued as people; even more so as women.
And so our pleasure, curiosity, and growth as women is inherently radical.
So?
I curate space for that growth, pleasure, & rest through unique, intentional, sensory-driven travel.
— Ebere, Lead Hedonist at High Gloss Travel
Culture
Beyond the obvious.
The details, the rhythm, the parts of a place you only notice when you slow down.
Cuisine:
Good food, properly experienced.
Chosen for how it tastes, how it feels, and who you’re sitting with.
Art & History:
Chosen for impact, not volume.
The pieces, places, and moments that actually land.
Wellness:
Rest and intention built-in.
Pacing that feels organic.
So you don’t have to recover from your own trip.
I don't just consider where we go, but how it meets the senses.
Maybe it sounds a bit esoteric, but impactful travel is in the pace, the light, the details, the story being told, and the energy of the people around you.
Each itinerary is intentional, culturally considerate, and based in true luxury above performative opulence.
Moments of immersion, moments of pleasure, moments of rest, all placed with intention so nothing feels rushed, forced, or wasted.
I design with space for rest, space for solo exploration, and space to join together.
I design travel for the love of pleasure itself.
Get Inspired by Our Future Travels
Korea:
Beauty & Wellness
Skin clinics, color analysis, treatments, and everything Korea does best.
Downtime is built into the schedule, with additional free time to explore, shop, or book anything else you want to experience while you’re there.
Japan:
A Slower Approach
An intentional approach to Japan, focused on hidden regions, craftsmanship, and experiences beyond the highlights. Designed for both first-time visitors and returning travelers looking for a more culturally considerate experience.
Bhutan:
A Stillness Journey
A journey through Bhutan moving between a series of architecturally distinct, Aman properties
Shaped by the country’s spiritual landscape, the trip follows a pilgrimage-style route, offering a quieter, more reflective experience.
Europe:
The Dark Edit
A dark academia-coded Euro-trip to cemeteries, catacombs, and historically layered spaces across cities like Paris, London, etc.
Designed for those drawn to the darker aesthetics, without losing the comfort and quality of a luxury experience.
Creative Retreat:
The Reset
A luxury songwriting and creative retreat for musicians looking to collaborate, reset, or move through a creative block.
Structured with dedicated time to create, alongside space to step away and let ideas develop naturally.
Europe:
Festive Winter
A European Christmas & New Year trip across several cities known for their holiday atmosphere & traditions.
Focused on markets, coziness, and the kind of experiences that actually make this time of year feel restorative.
Grief:
Carried, Not Fixed
A luxury trip designed for women navigating grief, with space to speak about it or hold it privately.
Balanced with restorative experiences, time to enjoy where you are, and a setting that doesn’t ask you to suppress or perform anything.
The Classics:
Reframed
The places everyone goes, experienced differently.
Built from firsthand experience living in and returning to these destinations, with a more considered approach to how you move through them.
By the way, I'm Ebere
I took my first solo trip abroad at sixteen, studying at Oxford for a summer; at a time when I was dealing with pretty severe teenage depression, and that experience changed something for me. Since then, travel has been something closer to medicine or fuel for living. It's morphed into a way to come back to myself.
I was born and raised in San Francisco. I’ve lived in NYC, Europe, and Asia, and I tend to return to places over time rather than move through them quickly. I follow a mix of instinct and intention, revisiting what resonates while still allowing new destinations to enter my life when they’re meant to.
To me, luxury isn’t excess. I’m not interested in empty opulence or planning trips around a photo opportunity. Don't get me wrong, I love documenting my travels, but what I value is something more grounded: intentionality and experiences rooted in culture, people, and the senses.
Cultural immersion, growth, and exploration can co-exist with true luxury. I don't believe that experiencing a culture authentically means sacrificing a high-end experience.
At my core, I’m an unapologetic hedonist. I prioritize pleasure and depth.
I share the way I travel through these trips:
I want people to reconnect with the earth, with others, with themselves, and with the senses that bring pleasure.
I’ve been to around 25 countries, which is fewer than many in the travel space, but that’s intentional; I’m not interested in collecting destinations. Each place tends to come into my life when it has something to offer, and I prefer to experience it fully rather than move on too quickly.
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Not in the traditional sense.
These trips don’t follow a firm, retreat-style structure where most activities are mandatory or heavily scheduled from start to finish. Instead, they’re designed to give you a strong, well-planned framework with flexibility.
There will always be group activities and shared moments built into the itinerary, but you’re not expected to attend everything.
That said, some trips will naturally lean more structured depending on the destination and the purpose.
Overall, the balance is intentional: curated and well-organized, without removing your ability to move through the experience in a way that feels right for you.
Each trip includes your accommodations, a curated itinerary of activities and experiences, select group meals, and transfers within the designated arrival window.
Additional details will always be shared in advance so you know what to expect before we travel. As we get closer to the the trip, you'll select optional activities, and select your preferred room type (if applicable).
In most cases, yes, I often prioritize hotels, villas, or other properties that allow for privacy, ideally with en-suite bathrooms. Privacy is luxury. In many cases, you’ll have selection of your room type; there may also be upgrade options depending on the property. I’ll always do my best to take individual needs into account and make thoughtful adjustments wherever possible.
These trips are designed for women who don't want to perform, who value their time and energy. Women who care about where they stay, what they eat, and how they can grow, but who also want space to rest and be culturally immersed. Whether you're just beginning to travel or have been at it for decades, you'll experience something that speaks to the real versions of you.
There’s no strict age range, but most of these trips tend to attract women in their late 20s through early 40s.
The way I plan travel leans more toward boutique, design-forward properties, thoughtful experiences, and a balance of culture, pleasure, and downtime, rather than more traditional or formal luxury. You don’t need to fit a specific age bracket, but the overall pace, style, and interests tend to resonate most with that range.
Most trips are intentionally small, typically ranging from four to eight people, with six being the sweet spot.
The exact size can vary depending on the destination. Some locations are better suited to smaller groups, while others can comfortably accommodate a slightly larger one. Either way, the goal is always to keep the group at a size that feels considered, comfortable, and easy to move through the experience together.
Each trip is booked slightly differently depending on the property and overall structure, but the process is always clearly outlined in advance.
A deposit is required to secure your place, followed by a payment schedule leading up to the trip. All details, including how and where payments are made, are shared in advance so you can make an informed decision before committing.
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