We create travel experiences in tune with who you are—crafted with care, curiosity, and an intuitive sense of wonder. Come discover the story behind our name, our purpose, and how your next journey is already flowing toward something unforgettable.
Made of rivers.
Where your journey begins with meaning, not a map.
Made for this
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Work
You’ve felt it—the pull toward the horizon, the quiet knowing something sacred lives in faraway places. The curiosity that stirs with every map your finger traces, every story, every whisper of a place you haven’t yet touched.
For me, this calling became my life’s purpose.
Born in Naples, Florida, the ocean taught me my first lesson in wanderlust: movement can be both freeing and grounding. Beauty is something you feel in your body before you ever find it on a map. From remote corners to storied cities, from ancient temples to barefoot beaches, each destination has deepened my devotion to this work—to craft experiences that don’t just check boxes, but change lives.
Over the past 13 years, I’ve designed journeys across the globe—from the icy wonderlands of Antarctica to the lavender hills of Provence. I’ve helped clients sail between the Greek isles, meditate in ancient temples, celebrate love on tropical shores, and return—again and again—to places making them feel most alive.
African safaris, honeymoons to hidden gems, and inspiring retreats are some of my favorite journeys to design. Cape Town, South Africa, is my favorite city on the planet—it has it all. If you haven’t been, send it straight to the top of your list.
Today, I call Atlanta, Georgia home, where I live with my spirited sidekick and daily reminder to savor the moment—my twelve-year-old pup, Lola.
Made of Rivers Travel Design was born from everything I’ve learned along the way: no two journeys are ever the same, and the best ones are deeply personal, intuitively designed, soulfully felt—all finished with a touch of wild magic.
I work with travelers who value depth, trust in the process, and are ready to surrender to the experience—knowing I will hold the vision and the details, so they can fully live in the moment.
You come to me with an idea, a longing, a hope—and I meet you with a trusted global network, a practiced eye, and a deep belief travel can be transformative.
What sets Made of Rivers apart is not just what I do, but how I do it—with elevated access, thoughtful presence, and the kind of understanding only earned through years of lived experience. I’ve gone to the ends of the earth and spent over a decade cultivating relationships with select partners—tapping into insight only found by walking the world with your senses wide open.
Whether you’re desiring a richly layered honeymoon, a legacy-worthy family adventure, or seeking a purpose-filled setting for your next retreat, your journey is safe—and sacred—in my hands.
I hold every exquisite detail in time so you can be fully present to the experience.
Because when travel is done right, it doesn’t just change your location. It changes your life.
Because the truth is, you are not just on a journey.
You are the journey.
To the wild within and the world beyond,
Julia
no two journeys are ever the same
Made of Rivers is devoted to a select group of travelers who seek meaning, move with intention, and allow themselves to be exquisitely cared for.
Through Made of Rivers, you gain access to a global constellation of travel privileges—refined, rare, and deeply personal. As an independent affiliate of Travel Experts, a proud Virtuoso® member agency, I offer my clients behind-the-scenes connections, exclusive perks, and doors that quietly open—thanks to trusted relationships built over time and across the world.
As part of this invitation-only network, I hold preferred partnerships with iconic names such as Four Seasons Preferred, Ritz-Carlton STARS, Rosewood Elite, Proper Preferred, and many more. These connections allow me to enrich your journey with thoughtful upgrades, rare access, and experiences unavailable to travelers booking on their own.
Because it’s not just where you go, but how you’re welcomed when you arrive.
Create the
conditions you require
Meet the Team
Born by the water in Naples, Florida, Julia has always carried a deep love for adventure and discovery. With over 13 years of experience in the travel industry and an MBA from Rollins College, she brings a rare blend of intuition, strategy, and global insight to every journey she curates.
Now based in Atlanta with her twelve-year-old pup, Lola, Julia stays attuned to emerging travel trends while remaining rooted in her signature style—soulful, immersive, and crafted to transform. South Africa holds a piece of her heart: as safari is her favorite travel experience and Cape Town remains her most beloved city in the world.
When she’s not exploring faraway places or scouting the next hidden gem, you’ll find her on the tennis court or soaking up live music—always seeking new challenges and experiences.
Founder & Principal Travel Designer
Julia
2025
2014
2012
Unforgettable Travel
Julia's path in the travel industry began - In House Travel Advisor
Launched Tulia Travel as an Independent Affiliate
Rebrand and New Name - Made of Rivers was born
Our Journey to Curating
Part storyteller, part strategist, and full-time digital creative, Marian brings heart and intention to every post she shares. With a deep love for meaningful travel, visual storytelling, and the ever-evolving world of social media, she helps shape the online presence of Made of Rivers with grace and spark.
With a multicultural background, fluency in multiple languages, and a life lived across different countries and cities, Marian has always carried a deep curiosity for discovering new places and exploring the world.
When she’s not crafting captions or catching trends, you’ll find her adventuring with her pup Jacko or dreaming up her next soulful escape. We’re so lucky to have her voice in the current.
Social Media Manager
Marian
