Authentic travel planning, perfected.

Beyond Trails & Tales creates bespoke itineraries for travellers who want depth, access, and effortless organisation.

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Every journey deserves a story — and we design yours from scratch.

Beyond Trails & Tales was founded by Patricia — a lifelong traveller with a passion for designing meaningful, well-researched journeys.


Beyond Trails & Tales isn’t a traditional travel agency. We create handcrafted itineraries that focus on a destination’s soul — not just its highlights.

Loved by travellers who expect more…

  • Andrea about her trip to Singapore

    I had been following Patricia's website and Instagram for a while when an opportunity came up to visit Singapore for six days with a friend. I knew Patricia only creates travel plans for destinations she has personally visited, and unfortunately, Singapore wasn't one of them. Still, I decided to reach out—and to my delight, she accepted the challenge, with the caveat that, due to her lack of firsthand experience, she couldn't fully guarantee the accuracy of every detail.  

    Even so, we trusted her expertise, and it was absolutely the right decision.

    After a short 15-minute call, she quickly understood our preferences and, just a few days later, delivered a stunning 46-page, mobile-friendly, personalized travel guide. It included everything we could have possibly needed—not just sightseeing recommendations, but also essential information like the required entry form, mobile internet options, local rules to be aware of, a metro map, and a custom Google Map with a day-by-day travel plan and precise routes.

    All we had to do was land and follow the plan. It even included step-by-step instructions on how to get from the airport to our accommodation. It made our arrival stress-free and saved us countless hours of research. The 3-day itinerary was perfectly structured, with even lunch spots carefully matched to our location and timing. She also suggested additional activities for our free days. Honestly, we couldn’t have made better use of our time.

    We’re incredibly grateful to Patricia for making our trip unforgettable. There’s no way we could have put together something this comprehensive on our own. If you want to make the most of your travels without spending days planning, trust Patricia—you won’t regret it. Her work turns a good trip into a truly exceptional experience.

  • Andrew and Abigail abouit their trip to Morocco

    Both my wife and I fancied a trip to Morocco to celebrate my retirement year. I had never been to an African country and really had no idea of culture, infra-structure or places of interest to visit. Patricia worked with my wife and was known as an amazingly well travelled person, which is impressive for her 24 years. She is passionate about travel and living life to the full.

    We were told she can organise a bespoke travel plan for us and we jumped at the offer. Over a coffee she got to know us and asked pertinent questions about our travel history and interests. She asked how early in the day we wanted our itinerary to start and end, a crucial but overlooked part of travel planning. We provided Patricia with our accommodation details and she included the information of transferring between them using the easiest and most cost-effective methods. Our itinerary included health and safety information and how to save money in all aspects of our travelling. Patricia produced a superb 43-page personalised travel plan. We couldn't believe how comprehensive and exciting it looked. On any one day of our holidays and in that particular place were multiple ideas including costs and directions to the suggested venue. Our mode of transport was rail and costs and distances were shown in the plan. Following it was so reassuring when we were there, we had peace of mind that we were maximising our trip without the fear of missing out. Patricia was so helpful during the trip and we had her direct contact details throughout.

    We wouldn’t hesitate to use her wealth of knowledge to find the off the beaten track travel gems for our future travel arrangements.

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Beyond Trails & Tales was founded on a simple belief.

For me, travel has never been about ticking off landmarks. It’s about finding the quiet cafés where locals linger, the viewpoints no guidebook lists, and the stories that make you fall in love with a place.

That’s why I started Beyond Trails & Tales — to design journeys that feel authentic, effortless, and deeply personal.

Today, that same philosophy guides every itinerary we create. Each journey is built exclusively for you — no templates, no copy-paste.

Let's design your trip

Personally Explored, Perfectly Curated

Every itinerary we create is rooted in real, first-hand experience — destinations personally explored, tasted, and deeply understood by the Beyond Trails & Tales team.

Each place listed below is known beyond the surface: where to find quiet charm, the local pulse, and the details no generic plan could ever reveal.

And if your dream destination isn’t listed, don’t worry — we regularly craft tailor-made itineraries for travellers seeking something truly remarkable.

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Destinations…

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Some Stories Are Better Shared.

Beyond Trails & Tales proudly hosts intimate group journeys to extraordinary destinations — designed for connection, discovery, and memories that stay long after the trip ends.

Reserve Your Place
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Trip Planning Hours - Founder Sessions

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Learn how to plan your perfect trip — one-on-one with Patricia, founder of Beyond Trails & Tales.

I’ll share everything I’ve learned over years of independent travel: when and how to book flights, how to spot scams instantly, how to find the restaurants locals actually go to, and — most importantly — how to build a well-balanced, realistic itinerary.

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Not on the Map

Travel stories from the hidden corners of the world, curated by a business owner.

🧭 Follow the journey

Curated City Secrets:

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Every Ready-to-Go Guide is your passport to the hidden side of a destination:

✦ Locals-only secrets

✦ Skip the queues

✦ Smart travel, less waste

✦ Food & café gems

✦ Travel-tested tips

Unlock the Secrets