What types of luxury trips does Ker & Downey plan?

Ker & Downey specializes in fully customized luxury travel, including safaris, polar expeditions, cultural journeys, private island escapes, and adventure travel worldwide.

How does the planning process work?

You begin by speaking with a Ker & Downey World Travel designer to share your interests, budget, and preferences. A bespoke itinerary is then created, covering every detail from flights to activities, ensuring a seamless experience.

Can Ker & Downey accommodate families and multi-generational groups?

Yes. Ker & Downey has extensive experience designing trips for families, multi-generational groups, and couples, offering activities and accommodations suitable for all ages.

Do you provide 24/7 support during the trip?

Absolutely. Every trip comes with 24/7 support from your travel designer, ensuring peace of mind and seamless handling of any unexpected situations.

How personalized are the itineraries?

Each itinerary is completely bespoke, tailored to your interests, travel style, and timing. From private guides to unique local experiences, no two trips are alike.

Are exclusive experiences included in luxury trips?

Yes. Ker & Downey offers access to exclusive experiences, private events, and curated activities not typically available to the general public, creating unforgettable travel moments.

What makes Ker & Downey different from other luxury travel agencies?

Ker & Downey combines deep destination knowledge, personal travel experience, and bespoke itinerary design. Clients benefit from insider access, seamless logistics, and attentive service from start to finish.

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Ker & Downey World Travel, the only #1 winner of Travel + Leisure's World's Best Tour Operator and World's Best Safari Operator, is a family-owned leading travel design company dedicated to crafting individually-inspired travel experiences. We engage you through personal discussion, applying our expertise to create an itinerary that becomes a unique reflection of you. Our passion for excellence ensures your trip will be seamless and worry-free, enabling you to discover, be inspired, and come to know the culture of a destination.

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Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro & Albania

Luxury Across the Adriatic

A Balkans Premium Itinerary

Experience unbound luxury on this seamless two-week journey to four countries on one epic adventure. Private jets and luxury Adriatic cruises allow you to optimize your time as you discover hidden gems through private Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, and Albania tours. Meanwhile, VIP experiences sprinkled throughout ensure a deeper discovery of these stunning destinations. As one of our most elevated Balkans tour packages, it delivers the best of both land and sea.

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Botswana, Zambia, and South Africa

On Safari in Southern Africa

This 13-day journey touches on all the highlights in Southern Africa from $15,000 per person.

From South Africa to Victoria Falls and Botswana, you’ll get a taste of the best each country has to offer. The South African Cape, the Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, and the Thornybush Game Reserve will not disappoint even the most seasoned of South African travelers, as elegant delights make wonderful surprises at every turn. Let Ker & Downey World Travel take you on a personalized classic Southern Africa safari.

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Thailand

Thailand Romance

The Ultimate Thailand Luxury Journey

Celebrate love with an unforgettable Thailand luxury honeymoon, a 12-day journey that blends world-class comfort with vibrant culture, majestic landscapes, and romantic moments in Thailand’s most enchanting destinations. From the rich traditions of Bangkok to the tranquil jungles of the north and the turquoise waters of Koh Yao Noi, this handcrafted itinerary is a dream escape for two.

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Australia

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A "Best of" Australia Luxury Tour

Visit Australia’s landmarks, both manmade and natural, on this 15-day Australia luxury tour through the Land Down Under. Explore five unique areas of the country, from the culture and cuisine of Sydney and Tasmania, to the iconic Great Barrier Reef. Additional highlights include the red monolith of Uluru and wild Kangaroo Island.

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Chile & Antarctica

Antarctica Fly-Cruise Adventure

Experience Southern Patagonia & the Seventh Continent

Luxury travel to Antarctica just got easier on Ker & Downey World Travel’s Antarctica Fly-Cruise adventure. This sweeping 13-day journey was created for travelers in search of the beauty of southern Patagonia and an expedient way to cross off the Seventh Continent from their travel bucket list. It guarantees an unforgettable Chile and Antarctica experience at every turn.

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“The trip was amazing - everything went off without a hitch. It exceeded my expectations. Gerardo and Jose could not have been better guides.... I couldn't imagine a better first international trip for the kids and I really appreciated the fact I could focus on the beauty of Costa Rica instead of how to navigate the country. Thank you!!"

— Heather M.

“I just cannot express to you enough what a wonderful time Bill and Caroline had this past week in Morocco. It was just the right amount of time of everything and they loved every minute. Their driver Mohammed and their guide Said really made all the difference. Caroline cried when they all said goodbye. Truly the trip of a lifetime."

— Kelly Martucci, Agent

“We had an absolutely extraordinary time in Vietnam, Siem Reap and Bangkok. Every arrangement, every hotel, every guide - all superbly done. We could not have hoped for a better organized and meaningful use of time. And we owe it all to you and your folks here and in the countries we visited."

— Charlene B.