Eligible hotel-only bookings of $1,500 or more are often complimentary because the hotel pays my commission. A $100 service fee may apply to smaller stays. Custom itinerary and full-service planning begin at the prices shown above. I’ll always confirm any applicable fee before we begin—nothing is charged automatically.

You can generally pay with your preferred credit card and earn points according to your card’s terms. Redeeming existing points is different and may not qualify for the hotel bookings or preferred benefits I arrange. If that’s your plan, let me know before we book so I can explain what’s possible.

Yes—you can use Hotel Booking without purchasing a full itinerary. Eligible hotel bookings of $1,500 or more are often complimentary; a $100 service fee may apply to smaller stays. Restaurant, activity and itinerary research are available through paid planning services.

Not currently — I focus on hotels and itinerary planning, where I can add the most value.

La Vie Marie specializes in Europe and the Mediterranean, with a particular love for Italy, France, Greece, Spain and Portugal. My planning isn’t limited to those destinations, and I can also help with trips around the world through trusted travel partners and hotel relationships. If you’re unsure whether your destination is within my scope, send an inquiry and I’ll let you know if I’m the right fit.

As soon as you start considering a trip — especially for popular destinations and dates, where the best properties book up early.

No — perks are offered when available and vary by hotel, rate, dates, and booking program.

You absolutely can—and those tools can be incredibly helpful for inspiration. La Vie Marie comes in where research ends: narrowing the endless options, recommending what I believe is actually worth your time and money, arranging eligible hotel bookings with preferred benefits when available, and shaping the pieces into a trip that works in real life.

Of course! Some clients want everything thoughtfully mapped out; others arrive with saved hotels, restaurant ideas and places they already love. The process is collaborative and tailored to how involved you want to be.

Yes. Send me the hotel, dates and room preferences. I’ll review the available rates and room categories and let you know whether eligible preferred benefits may be available. You approve everything before I book.

If a question comes up about a booking I arranged, I can help coordinate with the relevant hotel or travel partner and guide you toward the best next step. La Vie Marie is not a 24/7 emergency service, and urgent on-trip issues should also be directed to the on-site provider.

Absolutely. Working with La Vie Marie doesn't mean giving up the part of travel planning you love. Bring me the hotels you've saved, the restaurants you've found and the itinerary you've started. I can help you narrow the options, pressure-test the logistics, identify opportunities for preferred hotel benefits and take care of the pieces you'd rather not coordinate yourself. You can be as involved in the process as you'd like.