Our story

Why we work differently

Crafting tailor-made journeys all around the world — designed to feel like you.

Yasmine Sarah Gelin, founder of Serenaways Voyages, Nyon

The story of Serenaways Voyages

The daughter of sailing parents and driven from an early age by a taste for escape, I discovered travel in many forms: solo, backpacking with friends, then as a family — over time moving towards a more comfortable, more elegant approach, deeply focused on experience.

But beyond the destinations, it was above all the encounters, the emotions and the invisible details that shaped my vision of travel.

My professional path naturally reinforced this sensibility. After a first experience at Swissair, I spent several years as a personal assistant and executive assistant to international executives in the fields of auditing, yachting and real estate. Demanding worlds where anticipation, discretion, attention to detail and seamless organisation are not optional, but a signature.

Over more than 25 years of travel, lived experiences and collaborations around the world, I have built a solid network of local partners and developed a deep conviction: an exceptional journey is never just a flight, a hotel or a perfectly organised itinerary.

What truly remains are those rare and sincere moments: an intimate dinner by the sea, an address found in no guidebook, an unexpected encounter, a silence in the desert, a particular light at daybreak… All those details that give a journey a lasting and deeply personal emotion.

It is from this vision that Serenaways Voyages was born: a more human, more seamless and more intimate approach to tailor-made travel, designed for those seeking something other than a standardised stay.

Every project begins with you: your pace, your wishes, your way of travelling, what truly inspires you. The aim is not simply to go away, but to live an experience that deeply feels like you.

Planning entirely taken care of

Today, organising a two-week trip can easily represent between 20 and 40 hours of research, comparison and coordination. Serenaways takes care of all this preparation behind the scenes to offer you a clear, seamless and serene experience, with no mental overload or wasted time.

Thanks to personalised support, a network of trusted partners and an organisation designed down to the smallest detail, you enjoy your journey with that precious feeling that everything has been carefully anticipated for you — with discretion, elegance and serenity.

Confidential addresses, authentic experiences, committed hotels, private islands, intimate lodges, as a family, as a couple, with friends or to celebrate a moment in life: every project is designed with care, flexibility and sincerity. Anything is possible!

I don't simply promise that you'll travel. I help you travel with a light heart.

Serenaways is the luxury of regained time. The peace of mind of feeling supported.

What sets us apart

25
Years of
experience
More than a quarter of a century travelling, observing and refining what makes each journey truly unforgettable.
100%
Tailor-made
Every journey starts with you: your wishes, your pace, your values. No pre-made template, no standardised itinerary.
40h
Of planning
saved
Research, comparison, organisation: we take care of everything so you can travel with no mental load.
50+
Trusted
partners
A solid network of partners on the ground, selected for their standards, their professionalism and their local knowledge.

Why put your trust in us?

Confidential
addresses
The restaurant that isn't in the guidebook, the waterfall you'd never have found alone — all those simple yet perfectly chosen moments.
For every
moment in life
As a family, as a couple, with friends or to celebrate a special moment: every project is designed with care, flexibility and sincerity.
Eco-conscious
& human
Committed hotels, intimate lodges, authentic experiences: another way of travelling, closer to people and places.
The luxury of
regained time
You enjoy. I orchestrate. The peace of mind of feeling supported — before, during and after your journey.

You dream,
I take care of the rest.

Let's talk about your project, with no commitment.

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Our clients

Who works with a travel designer?

There is no typical profile. Drawing on my background in travel, VIP personal assistance and international coordination, every itinerary is crafted in a way that is deeply personal, human and serene.

Couples seeking the exceptional
An exceptional journey designed for two, far from the beaten track.
Families without constraints
A seamless experience, tailored to the whole family's pace.
Expats & international standards
A level of refinement and discretion that lives up to your expectations.
Associations, Schools & Companies
You bring the vision; we handle the 20 to 40 hours of planning.
The right moment

When should you reach out to a travel designer?

As soon as the idea of a trip begins to take shape. Quote requests are free, and every project is studied with care — whether it's a getaway of a few days, a four-week road trip or a honeymoon in Polynesia.

Recommended ideal timeframe A trip is ideally prepared between 4 and 7 months before departure, with a recommended minimum of 6 months depending on the destination and season.
Our expertise

Who are travel designers?

As the travel planner profession is not regulated the way a travel agency is, it is essential to choose someone you can trust — with genuine experience, a reliable network and real on-the-ground knowledge.

At Serenaways, Yasmine draws on experience gained alongside business leaders and VIPs, as well as a background in aviation, notably at Swissair.

That same standard applies to travel agencies: experience, transparency and network make all the difference.

Our creations

What kinds of journeys do we create?

Every profile is unique! Whatever your desire, with a destination in mind or not, together we'll find the escape that reflects who you are and fits your budget.

Off-the-beaten-track experiences

My philosophy isn't to lead my clients down the most well-trodden paths, but to let them live the journey that truly reflects who they are.

Honeymoons

To extend the magic of your moment together around a journey that will create wonderful, timeless memories.

Family & friends trips

Seamless, effortless planning, designed so everyone can fully enjoy every shared moment.

Groups, schools & corporate travel

Educational trips, seminars, retreats, incentives or association stays: discreet, seamless and fully tailored planning for inspiring, perfectly orchestrated group experiences.

Travellers with reduced mobility

Because travel should remain accessible to everyone, Serenaways supports travellers with reduced mobility with special attention to comfort, accessibility, pace and every practical detail — to travel with serenity, freedom and confidence.

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