Reco from Tripadvisor (helloreco.com), the new custom trip design platform, is seeing increased demand for “big, trip of a lifetime” vacations as Americans look forward to traveling again. In recent weeks, there has been a substantial surge in inquiries and bookings for both international and domestic travel for Q3 and Q4 of 2021 and well into 2022 on the Reco platform.
“We are feeling encouraged after such a challenging year, and we’re excited to help travelers look forward to meaningful trips again,” said Erik Ornitz, General Manager of Reco. “Trip Designers on Reco are helping make long-awaited vacations possible with personalized planning and expert advice on navigating today’s complex world. The excitement of newlyweds actually being able to plan their honeymoon, or families getting ready for a trip together after months apart, is a light at the end of this long tunnel.”
A sampling of recent trips planned for Reco travelers showcasing the diversity of destinations and experiences in both international and domestic locales, include:
- A destination wedding back home to Zambia by Reco Trip Designer Dean H – check out the client’s 5-star review
- An LGBTQ+ friendly U.S. road trip to discover hidden gems by Reco Trip Designer Shelly R – check out the client’s 5-star review
- A life-long wish fulfilled through a solo heritage trip to Ireland by Reco Trip Designer Emily H
- A sun soaked, cultural family trip to Jamaica by Reco Trip Designer Tammy O
- An adventure-packed work retreat to Hawaii by Reco Trip Designer Tracy K
- A sabbatical in Costa Rica to revel in nature by Reco Trip Designer Irene E
- A safari through Kenya and Rwanda by Reco Trip Designer Chris L
- A scenic train trip through Europe by Reco Trip Designer Jenna B
- A multi-generational family trip to Mexico by Reco Trip Designers Sietra & Jeremy J
- A multi-week honeymoon to the Galapagos Islands by Reco Trip Designer Daniela H
Overseeing the planning of these highly anticipated, hand-tailored getaways are over 300 highly qualified and widely recognized Trip Designers whose expertise spans more than 100 countries. Each Reco Trip Designer specializes in one or several destinations he or she is personally connected to, and many have access to special perks like complimentary room upgrades, breakfasts, and more. Trip Designers work directly with each client on custom plans, and remain in contact to help adjust or change plans throughout the entire trip journey. The one-time fee to hire a Reco Trip Designer is $200.
How Reco Works
Travelers start by simply sharing details and preferences about their next trip on Reco – such as destinations, the type of trip, their interests, who they are traveling with, and budget parameters. Immediately, the Reco platform matches users with a selection of curated Trip Designers that meet their unique needs.
After an initial conversation via messaging within the platform, the traveler pays a $200 hiring fee for their Trip Designer of choice to begin designing, planning, and booking a custom itinerary for a stress-free and highly memorable travel experience. Throughout the process (pre-, during-, and post-trip), Reco connects travelers with their personal Trip Designer, and saves all important travel documents and confirmations. The Trip Designer remains available to Reco users throughout their trip and can also navigate and help manage any changes or cancellations.

