About Vela & Co.
Vela & Co. was born from a simple conviction: that the most meaningful journeys are those crafted with care, knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Founded by Isabella Montague after two decades as a travel editor and Virtuoso advisor, Vela & Co. represents the culmination of a lifetime spent discovering the world's most extraordinary places and the people who bring them to life. We are a boutique advisory - deliberately small, intentionally personal - because we believe that exceptional travel demands exceptional attention.
Our name, Vela, comes from the Latin for “sail” - a nod to the age of exploration and the spirit of discovery that drives everything we do. Like the great navigators before us, we chart courses to places that stir the soul.
What Guides Us
Bespoke by Nature
No two journeys are alike because no two travellers are alike. Every itinerary is crafted from scratch, shaped by your passions, pace, and preferences.
Access & Relationships
Two decades of relationships with the world's finest hotels, guides, and experience providers open doors that remain closed to most.
Uncompromising Quality
We personally vet every property, every guide, every experience. If it doesn't meet our standards, it doesn't make the itinerary.
Present, Not Intrusive
Our support is seamless and anticipatory. We're there when you need us, invisible when you don't - ensuring your journey unfolds effortlessly.
Trusted Worldwide
As proud members of the Virtuoso network - the world's leading luxury travel advisory group - our clients benefit from exclusive rates, upgrades, and amenities at over 2,200 preferred properties worldwide.
Virtuoso Member
Condé Nast Top Advisor
Travel + Leisure A-List
20+ Years Experience
Your Advisors
Isabella Montague
Founder & Lead Advisor
With over two decades in luxury travel, Isabella founded Vela & Co. on a simple belief: that travel, at its best, is a transformative art. A former travel editor and Virtuoso advisor, she brings an editorial eye and an unrivalled network to every journey she crafts.
