Get out and live a little
Tired of tourist traps and cookie-cutter vacations?
Want adventures tailored to you, not the masses?
Ready to get out and live a little?
We design personalized travel itineraries for adventurers, families, solo travelers—anyone who wants more than just a vacation. We'll help you craft a trip full of moments you'll never forget and stories you'll never stop telling.
Real Adventures, Real Stories
"We went from planning a standard Costa Rica resort stay to ziplining through cloud forests, soaking in hidden hot springs, and watching sea turtles nest under the stars. This trip gave us memories we'll treasure forever."
— The Martinez Family, Costa Rica Adventure
"I wanted to hike Zion but had no idea where to start. They mapped out trails I'd never heard of, found me a quiet Airbnb to stay in, told me how to hike the Narrow without a soul in site, and even included sunrise spots that were completely empty. Best solo trip of my life."
— Jamie R., Utah Canyon Explorer
How It Works
1. Share Your Vision
Tell us about your dream trip—where you want to go, what excites you, your budget, and your adventure level. Not sure where to go? We can also suggest three perfect destinations based on your interests.
2. We Design Your Journey
We leverage our years of global travel experience to craft your personalized itinerary—the equivalent of 40+ hours of research and planning you won't have to do. You get unique lodging, curated activities, scenic routes, local dining, backup plans, and verified links for everything.
3. You Explore With Confidence
Receive your branded, mobile-friendly travel plan with all the details you need. Book at your own pace, modify as you go, and experience an adventure that's authentically yours.
What Makes Us Different?
We're not travel agents pushing commissions. We're adventure architects who've traveled the world and know how to unlock experiences most tourists never find. Every itinerary is:
✓ 100% personalized to your interests, pace, and budget
✓ Backed by the equivalent of 40+ hours of research and years of travel expertise
✓ Flexible and adaptable with multiple daily options and backup plans
✓ Commission-free recommendations—we only care about what's best for you
✓ Ready to use with verified links, cost breakdowns, and detailed directions
What’s Included?
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Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests and adventure level
Multiple daily activity options and backup plans
Dining suggestions based on your preferences or dietary needs
Estimated costs for flights, lodging, rental car, activities, and meals
Verified links for everything — ready to book
Travel tips, insider knowledge, and money saving strategies
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When you book a custom itinerary with Not Your Typical Vacation, you get:
Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests, adventure level, and travel style
Destination guidance Not sure where to go? We’ll present three curated destination options based on your interests, with a sneak peek at activities in each. You choose your favorite, and we build your full itinerary from there.
Multiple daily activity options so you can choose your pace or mix and match
Dining suggestions based on your dietary preferences (if applicable), with verified links and close to your activities and/or accommodations
Estimated costs for flights, lodging, rental car (even fuel), activities, and meals — all within your budget
Flexible scheduling because we know travel doesn’t always go as planned. That’s why our itineraries include multiple daily options, backup plans, and conservative time estimates — so you can adapt on the fly without missing out.
Verified links for activities, restaurants, trails, and accommodations
Travel Tips that make you feel like a local and help you make the best choice for your time
Hours of research done for you — Each itinerary reflects 20+ hours of research you won’t have to do — plus years of global travel experience and insider knowledge that unlocks hidden gems most travelers never find.
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To keep things simple, flexible, and unbiased, here’s what’s not part of the service:
Booking services (flights, lodging, rental cars, or activities) — but we provide trusted links and suggestions so you can book on your own timeline. This gives you full control and flexibility, without the pressure or upselling that often comes with traditional travel agents
Commission-based recommendations — we don’t earn money from any vendors, so our suggestions are 100% based on what’s best for you
Pre-packaged travel or generic group tours — while we may recommend guided activities when they enhance your experience, every itinerary is custom-built and never one-size-fits-all
Real-time travel support — At this time we are unable to offer live travel assistance or concierge services — but your itinerary is designed to be self-guided, flexible, and easy to follow, with everything you need at your fingertips.
Pre-Made Itineraries
Want to get a trip itinerary with all the bells and whistles without the time and cost of a custom one? We also have pre-made itineraries across the world that match your adventure level, budget, and vibe. Check them out!
