About

We design travel for people who care about the details but don’t have time to sweat them. We start with the hotel—always—and build the kind of trip that usually ends up being exactly what you didn’t know you needed.

OUR NORTH STAR

At Good Trips, we aim to reveal the profound and positive impacts travel can have on lives, Rooted in the belief that to explore is to enrich—not just ourselves but the world.

WHO YOU ARE

Our clients don't fit into one box, but there are some characteristics they tend to share. Our travelers are thoughtful. They are curious. They are design lovers. They are collaborators. They are often entrepreneurs, executives, parents (but not always!), busy with work and life. And they have a passion for maximizing their moments and experiences.

what we believe

At Good Trips, we aim to reveal the profound and positive impacts travel can have on lives, Rooted in the belief that to explore is to enrich—not just ourselves but the world.

Whether it’s a different neighborhood in your city or a destination seas away, we believe in the transformative power of leaving your day-to-day every once in a while to experience all the world has to offer.

DOING IT BETTER

Our commitment to responsible travel comes from a deep care for people. We aim to support local economies, honor cultural heritage, and minimize our environmental footprint, striving for a world that's better for both hosts and visitors.

BEHIND THE SCENES

I'm Katy, the founder of Good Trips—but there’s a lot of we behind the scenes, thanks to a crew of thoughtful collaborators, value-aligned peers, and a global network of trusted partners. Together, we see travel as a catalyst for change, creativity, joy, and connection.

Our passion is hotels that set the stage for the destination—not just places that look good on paper, but those that deliver on every level: design, substance, and hospitality that defines the entire trip.

My background in wellness and design—and a career balancing creativity with high-performance work—helps me understand what clients need, even when they’re unsure how to articulate it. After years of building trusted relationships in the industry, my clients are often welcomed to their hotels like longtime friends. Most come to us for the trip. What they remember most? The stay.

WRITERS AND CONTRIBUTORS

Claire Kennedy

Since birth, Claire's life has been travel-filled, road-tripping across the US throughout her formidable years, studying abroad in France as a teenager, and relocating to Central America at the age of 22. A graduate of art history and studio art, she has an eye for beautiful details and finds them in all of her explorations.
Alizée Thibaud

French-born and US-raised, Alizee has lived, studied, and immersed herself in cultures around the globe. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Hospitality Management and a focus on professional development, she brings a uniquely global perspective to everything she does.
Lucia Rigazio

Argentinian-born and now living in southern Spain, Lu has spent over a decade immersed in sustainable travel. Passionate about slow experiences, she uncovers the stories behind boutique hotels, vineyards, organic farms, and restaurants, blending her expertise with her warm, infectious energy.
Maria Pisasale

A savvy Sicilian with 15+ years in travel, Maria combines deep expertise in slow tourism with rare Italian tour guide credentials. Passionate about art, nature, and unearthing hidden gems, she brings Italy’s culture to life like no one else.
Jennison Grigsby

Jennison has been scouting stays for Good Trips since the start. With a Master’s in Psychology, yoga expertise, and a passion for well-being, she specializes in creating restorative and fun yoga retreats across Spain, Europe, Morocco, and her native California.