CoCo Travels

Small-Group Journeys

Travel designed by historian and guide, Gigi. Each itinerary blends historical insight, cultural immersion, and character-filled stays, with limited group sizes to preserve access, conversation, and meaningful connection.

UPCOMING

Italy By the Glass Wine Retreat
March 31 to April 7, 2027, Tuscany & Emilia Romagna
A week-long wine and history journey through Tuscany, co-hosted with sommelier Dr. Chelsea Stephens of Vinstinct. Days move between vineyards, historic cellars, and the villa itself, paired with a custom trip booklet covering regional wine history, food culture, and the often overlooked history of Africa and Africans in Italy.

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Italy 2027

Lore and Luxury Regency Extravaganza
July 2 to 5, 2027, Innes House, Scotland
A return to Scotland after a sold-out debut at Burgie House in 2026, this road trip follows immersive Regency-era gathering blends historical costuming with hands-on tradition: a fashion show, a letter-folding workshop, and period games, all set inside a historic Scottish house. Confirmed for 2027.

Scotland 2027

NY By The Glass Wine Retreat
Sept 23-26, 2027, Finger Lakes, NY USA
A long weekend of wine and history through the Finger Lakes regions of upstate New York, co-hosted with sommelier Dr. Chelsea Stephens of Vinstinct. Days move between vineyards, museums, and the land itself. Details coming!

TBD

What Makes These Trips Different

Groups are intentionally small, usually 2–8 travelers, to keep conversations rich and access flexible. Many journeys run in shoulder seasons for fewer crowds and deeper local engagement, with time built in for reflection, independent wandering, and shared discussion.

As a Certified Travel Advisor with Fora Travel, Gigi is able to use Fora’s partnerships with high quality travel brands around the world to provide a seamless masstige travel experience.

In their own words:

“I can attest to the fact that no one wants to miss a chance to travel Italy with Gigi. We spent a month traveling Italy together and even had our first glass of Lambrusco together… too many years ago to speak aloud. Without giving away numbers, she has literal decades of experience with Italian wines, learning about them straight from the source. This will indeed be the experience of a lifetime.” – Hilary Boyd

“Thanks to Gigi’s expert planning, I experienced Italy’s rich cultural tapestry like never before, from exclusive carnevale parties to elegant accommodations. The personalized itinerary perfectly matched our interests, creating a cohesive and enriching journey through Italy’s cultural gems. From the exclusive carnevale parties to the luxurious accommodations, every detail was thoughtfully curated to offer a truly elegant Italian experience. My trip to Italy was seamlessly tailored to my interests, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded travelers made the journey even more memorable. Gigi’s expertise shone through in every aspect of the trip, from the rich cultural experiences to the elegant accommodations, creating an unforgettable Italian adventure. As an experienced traveler, I know how much time and attention to detail it takes to create a good group trip. Gigi’s blew my previous experiences out of the water. The locations, the parties, the expert guides and exclusive opportunities made this trip truly memorable.” – Grace Barnkow

“I first visited Italy as a freshman in college on a study abroad and I did not fully appreciate what I was experiencing. With Gigi, I was able to express things that were important to me and my spouse and she was able to custom tailor our experience to things that I wanted to experience and appreciate now that I know more. I cannot wait to return with Gigi so I can continue to experience Italy in even more deeper and meaningful ways.” – Jenn Bahrs

PREFER DIY TRAVEL?

I’ve put together links to two platforms I use for small-group guided tours, transfers, and excursions worldwide. Book through these links and I can manage your outings directly, track what you’ve booked, and add VIP perks where they’re available: