After two decades of orchestrating details and managing high-profile lives in entertainment PR, I built Spotlight Travel around a simple idea: luxury should never feel like work.
I bring the same precision, intuition and calm authority to every trip I plan – combining aesthetic intelligence with concierge-level care. No decision fatigue. No endless options. Just thoughtful curation and seamless execution.
Guided by values of ease, trust and good taste, Spotlight Travel creates journeys that feel as effortless as they look.
Thoughtful travel design rooted in taste, care and precision.
Meet
founder of Spotlight Travel
Erica
Gray
I've spent two decades orchestrating details for high-profile lives in entertainment PR — learning how to anticipate needs, stay calm under pressure and make complex logistics feel simple. Spotlight Travel grew from that foundation: a place where design, intuition and care come together to create journeys that feel both inspiring and grounding.
My goal is to help clients travel in a way that respects their time, taste and energy. Whether it's curating the perfect hotel, mapping a multi-stop journey or adding thoughtful touches that bring a destination to life, I want every itinerary to feel intentional, stylish and deeply cared for.
Founder, Spotlight Travel
If We Haven’t Met Yet…
Erica
Gray
The Spotlight Story:
2024: The Launch
After two decades in entertainment PR and event planning, Erica Gray launched Spotlight Travel—blending creative direction, design sensibility and concierge-level service into a travel brand built on ease and refinement.
The Vision Takes Shape
Spotlight evolved beyond logistics into a full expression of service and design. Each journey became a collaboration rooted in intuition, precision and style—the foundation of what makes the brand feel different.
2025: Defining the Experience
Spotlight's philosophy crystallized: luxury should never feel like work. Erica curated bespoke hotel stays and itineraries for travelers who value beauty, trust and time well spent.
Next Up: Expanding the Vision
Spotlight Travel continues to grow, deepening connections across destinations and creative communities while staying true to what started it all: thoughtful design, genuine care and travel that feels like an exhale.
Design intelligence meets concierge-level care. Through my partnerships with Fora and Virtuoso, every trip is crafted with the kind of thoughtful planning that turns travel into an art form.
The Spotlight Approach
Precision, warmth
and taste—
always.
Travel, Built Around You:
Complimentary (the hotel pays me)
What's Included
For travelers who just want their hotel stay handled – along with exclusive perks like daily breakfast, room upgrades and priority check-in. I'll guide you to the best options, secure the extras and ensure your stay feels seamless and beautifully personalized.
For effortless upgrades & VIP perks
Hotel-ONLY Booking Service
Tailored hotel recommendations — a curated shortlist of up to 5 properties, scaled to your destination — or I'll book your chosen property directly
One round of refinement if the first shortlist isn't quite it
VIP perks through programs like Virtuoso, Fora Reserve and more
Rate monitoring for better offers
Complimentary upgrades, daily breakfast, resort credits and special amenities (when available)
Support before and during your stay
Custom Planning Fee
Perfect for travelers who want a beautifully cohesive, design-forward itinerary crafted around their taste, energy and schedule. From pacing and hotel selection to experiences, dining and logistics, I build a trip that feels intuitive, elevated and effortlessly executed.
Custom Itinerary Planning
Our most popular service — for full-service travel design.
Starting at $500, varies by trip length & complexity
Payment terms: 50% to begin planning, 50% upon itinerary delivery
In-depth consultation and trip questionnaire
Hotel curation and booking with VIP perks
Dining and spa recommendations or reservations
Ground transportation booking and coordination
Detailed digital itinerary (app and PDF)
Add-On Fee
For clients who don't need a full itinerary but want key elements handled – reservations, special touches and local experiences that make a trip unforgettable. I refine what you've already planned and elevate it with intention and care.
Trip Enhancements & Add-Ons
For travelers who want thoughtful enhancements.
Starting at $250, based on scope
Payment terms: Full payment upfront for enhancements
Dining and bar reservations
Local tours, guides and experiences
Special celebration planning
Day trip recommendations
Support for refining pre-planned itineraries
Spa appointments and wellness scheduling
Not sure where to start?
Destination Consultation
A focused planning session for the "I want to travel, I'm just not sure where" moment — a single destination you're narrowing down, or two or three stops in mind with no clear direction yet. We'll talk through your travel style, narrow down destinations and regions, and land on a plan that actually makes sense as a route, not just a list of pretty places.
Pricing starts at $250 for a single destination or region, and increases for multi-stop or multi-country planning, reflecting the additional research and routing involved. I'll confirm the exact fee after our initial call, before any work begins.
This one's priced on its own — it reflects the research and thinking that goes into it, independent of what you ultimately book.
Payment terms: Due before planning begins.
our Specialties:
Thoughtful Itinerary Flow
Pacing that feels natural, never rushed
Design-Led Destinations
Places chosen for beauty, culture and taste
Calm, High-Touch Coordination
Every detail handled with quiet precision
Cultural & Creative Inspiration
Experiences that inspire, not just entertain
Rachael J.
“Erica is the one you want in your corner.”
If you want a travel advisor who doesn't just book a trip but truly looks out for you and your family, Erica is it. We will absolutely be booking every future trip with her – no question!
Amita M.
“She made everything so seamless and easy for us.”
I loved working with Erica – she was thorough, provided options for different price ranges and experiences, and followed up consistently to make sure we were prepared. We stayed in the most beautiful hotel and received an incredible upgrade and complimentary breakfast. She made everything seamless and easy for us.
Claire N.
“Her thoughtful planning made our trip unforgettable.”
Erica saved the day for our spring break trip. She made thoughtful suggestions, ensured we didn't miss special opportunities, secured VIP perks, and delivered an itinerary that perfectly suited our preferences.
Our family of five – ranging in ages and interests – all had the best trip thanks to her planning.
I research, refine and present tailored options that align with your taste, pace and preferences. Whether it's one perfect hotel or a full itinerary, this stage is about clarity and intention – no overwhelm, no endless tabs.
curate
02.
Whether you're booking a single hotel or a full itinerary, this is where everything comes together. I coordinate the details – from securing VIP hotel perks to shaping a seamless day-to-day flow – and deliver clear confirmations so you're fully supported and beautifully prepared.
design
We start with a short call or message to understand what you're dreaming of – where you want to go, how you like to travel and what matters most. This is where I listen closely and start shaping the vision.
Connect
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When you return, we debrief on what worked and what resonated. Each journey deepens my understanding of your tastes, so future trips feel even more aligned.
Reflect and Refine
05.
Enjoy your trip knowing everything has been thoughtfully arranged. Behind the scenes, I'm monitoring, supporting and ensuring each day unfolds with ease. Travel at its most intuitive – uninterrupted, stylish and beautifully simple.
Travel
04.
The earlier, the better – especially for full itineraries or peak seasons (2-6 months is ideal). That said, hotel-only bookings and light add-ons can often be handled last-minute if availability allows.
How early should I get in touch to start planning?
Begin with a Destination Consultation ($250) – a focused planning session where we explore your travel style, narrow down destinations and determine which service best fits your trip. If you book The Journey or The Details within 60 days, this fee is applied toward that service. If you choose only The Stay or decide not to move forward, it remains a standalone fee.
I’m not sure where I want to go or what I need. Where should I start?
Hotel-only bookings (aka The Stay) are complimentary – hotels compensate me directly.
Itinerary planning (aka The Journey) is priced based on scope, with a 50% deposit to begin the planning process, and the remainder due upon itinerary delivery.
A la carte extras (aka The Details) are also priced based on scope and paid upfront.
A Destination Consultation starts at $250 and is due before planning begins — a standalone fee reflecting the research and time it involves, regardless of where you ultimately book.
How does payment work?
Two rounds of revisions are included for custom itineraries (The Journey). Additional adjustments can be added as your trip evolves.
How many revisions are included?
We'll stay connected via email and shared documents, with timely responses and clear updates at each stage of the planning process.
How will we communicate throughout the process?
I finalize all reservations, confirm details, and deliver your digital itinerary with everything you need — confirmations, timing, contacts, and recommendations.
What happens after I approve the itinerary?
Yes. I'm available for emergency support should anything come up – from last-minute changes to on-the-ground questions. You're never on your own.
Are you available during my trip?
Tailored recommendations or booking your chosen property, VIP perks through programs like Virtuoso (daily breakfast, upgrades, resort credits, special amenities), rate monitoring and support before and during your stay.
What’s included in hotel-only bookings (The Stay)?
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I'll be in touch within 48 hours with next steps and a sense of how we can work together.
