Bon Vivant Travel Co. designs immersive, personalized journeys for people who know the difference between a vacation and an experience. Let’s plan yours.

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The Kind Of Trips People Ask About

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You've done the research. You've tabbed out 47 browser windows. You've read the reviews, the Reddit threads, and the "Top 10" listicles that all say the same thing. And still — something's missing.

That's where we come in.

Travel That Feels As Good As It Looks On Your Camera Roll

Bon Vivant Travel Co. was established by Jen, blending a profound passion for travel with a career entrenched in hospitality, entrepreneurship, and excellence in Michelin-rated venues. As a dedicated travel advisor, I bring a wealth of experience in creating luxurious and unique travel experiences.

At Bon Vivant Travel Co, our mission is to provide personalized service and unparalleled luxury, immersing travelers in authentic cultural experiences around the world. 

Jennifer Essex

Founder & Lead advisor

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Our Preferred Partners

Through our partnership with Fora, Bon Vivant Travel Co. has access to a global network of trusted hotels and travel partners. When available, this means added perks like room upgrades, daily breakfast, resort credits, and other thoughtful touches that enhance your stay.

As a Virtuoso advisor and Fora Reserve member, Bon Vivant Travel Co. has relationships with the world’s best hotels, cruise lines, and operators—meaning complimentary upgrades, resort credits, and VIP treatment you simply won’t get booking on your own.

From your airport transfer to your dinner reservation on night three, every detail is handled so you can focus on actually living the trip—nothing falls through the cracks. And when plans change, you’ll have a real human who already knows your trip inside and out, ready to fix it. Not a chatbot. Not a hold queue. Just Jen.

What Makes The Difference?

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Everything

Sicily

"Jen was amazing in planning such an incredible trip to Sicily and handling every detail so perfectly. Her expertise made our journey seamless, stress-free, and truly unforgettable. My wife and I are so grateful for her care and dedication in creating such a wonderful experience for us."

Micheal & Val

French Polynesia

Erin & Ryan

"Working with Jennifer was the true highlight behind our unforgettable three weeks in French Polynesia. She didn’t just plan a trip—she orchestrated a masterpiece.

What makes Jennifer exceptional is how deeply she understands not just logistics, but people. She anticipated our needs before we could articulate them. Nothing felt rushed, nothing overlooked—just a continuous rhythm of awe, adventure, and ease. She took a dream and turned it into something even better—something lived, felt, and remembered."

SCOTLAND

Brenden & Ronnie

"We cannot recommend Jennifer (Jen) highly enough for planning our incredible trip to Scotland! From start to finish, every detail was perfectly arranged, making the entire experience stress-free and truly unforgettable.

Whether it was restaurant suggestions, transportation tips, or hidden gems off the beaten path, Jen thought of everything. Her attention to detail and passion for travel came through in every aspect of the trip.




ARGENTINA

David & Sarah

"Jennifer was a dream to work with! She had thoughtful, curated itinerary suggestions for our trip that allowed us to focus on what we cared about most- making meaningful memories with minimal stress. The entire planning process was smooth and timely. While on our trip, Jennifer continued to make herself available, notifying us of any changes as well reminders for activities. There was a nation wide strike while we were in Argentina that almost derailed the last leg of our trip. Jennifer was quick to create contingency plans and ease our fears. I highly recommend working with Jennifer and look forward to using her again on making the trip of a lifetime."

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Romantic travel is our love language. From honeymoons to anniversaries to "we just need a trip" trips — we make sure every detail is worthy of the moment.

We Have some Feelings About This

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Let’s design a trip that feels seamless, intentional, and entirely your own. From custom itineraries to insider perks, Bon Vivant Travel Co. makes travel effortless—so you can focus on the memories, not the logistics.

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