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YOUR LUXURY TRAVEL PLANNING SERVICE IN Perrysburg, OH, THE MIDWEST & BEYOND
Personalized travel curation with white-glove care, from Northwest Ohio to the world.
WELCOME TO GNAW ADVENTURE
TRAVEL PLANNING THAT ACTUALLY FEELS PERSONAL
Most travel tools give you a list. GNAW Adventure gives you a journey. As a Virtuoso-affiliated luxury travel planning service, we design bespoke travel experiences from the ground up, built around who you are and where you truly want to go. No cookie-cutter packages. No AI-generated uncertainty. Just thoughtful, expert curation backed by professional-grade precision and genuine human warmth.
Based in Northwest Ohio and serving travelers across the globe, GNAW Adventure LLC is your dedicated trip curator for life's most meaningful moments.
MEET YOUR TRIP CURATOR
STEPHANIE JAROS: GLOBAL MINDSET, MIDWEST HEART
Stephanie Jaros founded GNAW Adventure LLC on a simple belief: travel should tell a story. Raised in Shanghai and rooted in the American Midwest, Stephanie brings a rare combination of cultural intelligence and logistical precision to every trip she designs. Her background spans decades in global supply chain management and strategic sourcing, skills that translate directly into predictive, detail-oriented travel planning. She does not just book your trip. She architects it, anticipates its challenges, and ensures you arrive at every destination with confidence and ease.
THE GNAW ADVANTAGE
WHAT A REAL LUXURY TRAVEL PLANNING SERVICE LOOKS LIKE
VIRTUOSO INSIDER ACCESS
As a Virtuoso affiliate through Fora Travel, Inc., GNAW Adventure clients enjoy exclusive perks, complimentary resort credits, room upgrades, and special amenities that are simply not available when booking direct or through standard consumer platforms.
SUPPLY CHAIN PRECISION
Stephanie's background in global supply chain management means she approaches every itinerary with a logistics expert's eye. Multi-city coordination, private transfers, and international bookings are handled with the same rigor applied to complex corporate operations.
STORY-DRIVEN ITINERARIES
Every trip we design has a narrative arc. We do not hand you a list of stops. We craft a cohesive journey that connects the places you visit to the experiences that matter most to you, whether that is a romantic honeymoon in Greece or a family adventure through Canada's Rockies.
CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE
Shaped by an upbringing in Shanghai and grounded by Midwest values, Stephanie brings a native understanding of diverse cultural perspectives to every destination she recommends. Your itinerary will honor the places you visit, not just pass through them.
PROACTIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING
GNAW Adventure works as your behind-the-scenes fixer. From flight change management to last-minute logistics, we anticipate challenges before they affect your trip and resolve them quietly, so your experience stays effortless.
GENUINE PERSONAL WARMTH
Professional precision is only half the picture. Every client relationship at GNAW Adventure is built on listening, empathy, and a real commitment to your satisfaction. You will always feel like a valued traveler, not a transaction.
OUR SERVICES
BESPOKE TRAVEL EXPERIENCES FOR EVERY KIND OF JOURNEY
GNAW Adventure offers a tiered suite of personalized travel curation services designed to meet you where you are, whether you are just starting to dream or ready to book a full white-glove experience. Every service is built on the same foundation: your story, your vision, and your confidence.
Custom Travel Planning
Personalized itineraries designed around your interests, travel style, and goals, with every detail thoughtfully curated from start to finish.
Sample Itineraries
Preview professionally curated travel plans and see how expert guidance transforms inspiration into a meaningful itinerary.
Travel Experiences
From romantic escapes and family adventures to cruises and rail journeys, we create experiences that reflect how you want to see the world.
Travel Inspiration
Explore destination ideas, cultural insights, and travel stories designed to spark your next unforgettable adventure.
Service Packages
Start Your Adventure
THE NEXT STEP
When you’re ready, let’s start the process of planning your perfect trip. Simply follow the steps below and share a few details about your travel plans, interests, and preferences. The more information you provide, the better we can create a personalized itinerary designed around your goals, schedule, and travel style. We look forward to helping you plan an unforgettable experience.
Step 1: Share Your Inspiration
Tell us what’s been sparking your wanderlust! Fill out our inquiry form.
We will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Step 2: Curated Trip Proposal
Based on your vision, personalized itinerary tailored to your preferences, pace, and passions will be crafted. To ensure it’s a perfect fit, the proposal includes up to two complimentary revisions—so every detail reflects your vision.
Step 3: Booking & Confirmation
Once your itinerary feels just right, we’ll take care of all the essential bookings. You’ll receive a full confirmation so you can travel with confidence
Step 4: Touch Base (If Needed)
Still have questions or feeling unsure? Reach out anytime—we’re here to make sure you feel fully prepared before your journey begins.
Step 5: Share Your Feedback
After your trip, we’ll reach out to hear all about your experience. We’d love to see the moments you captured and learn how we can make your next adventure even better.
Start Your Adventure
THE NEXT STEP
When you’re ready, let’s start the process of planning your perfect trip. Simply follow the steps below and share a few details about your travel plans, interests, and preferences. The more information you provide, the better we can create a personalized itinerary designed around your goals, schedule, and travel style. We look forward to helping you plan an unforgettable experience.
Step 1: Share Your Inspiration
Tell us what’s been sparking your wanderlust! Fill out our inquiry form.
We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Please try again later.
Step 2: Curated Trip Proposal
Based on your vision, personalized itinerary tailored to your preferences, pace, and passions will be crafted. To ensure it’s a perfect fit, the proposal includes up to two complimentary revisions—so every detail reflects your vision.
Step 3: Booking & Confirmation
Once your itinerary feels just right, we’ll take care of all the essential bookings. You’ll receive a full confirmation so you can travel with confidence
Step 4: Touch Base (If Needed)
Still have questions or feeling unsure? Reach out anytime—we’re here to make sure you feel fully prepared before your journey begins.
Step 5: Share Your Feedback
After your trip, we’ll reach out to hear all about your experience. We’d love to see the moments you captured and learn how we can make your next adventure even better.
CLIENT STORIES
WHAT TRAVELERS ARE SAYING ABOUT GNAW ADVENTURE
COMMON QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR TRAVEL PLANNING SERVICES
What does GNAW Adventure do that a regular travel agent does not?
GNAW Adventure operates as a trip curator, not a booking agent. We design story-driven, fully personalized itineraries built around your values and vision, apply supply chain-level logistics precision to every detail, and serve as a proactive problem-solving partner throughout your journey. We also provide Virtuoso-affiliated insider access to exclusive perks, resort credits, and upgrades that standard booking platforms cannot offer.How much does it cost to work with GNAW Adventure?
We offer three service tiers. Tier 1 Destination Exploration is a one-time $300 fee and delivers three curated destination recommendations with accommodation options. Tier 2 Curated Travel Planning is priced at $60 per travel day and includes a full itinerary, up to two revisions, and logistics coordination. Tier 3 Premium White-Glove planning is priced individually based on trip complexity. We also offer sample itineraries for Nashville, New Orleans, and the Pacific Coast ranging from $29.99 to $79.99, with the full cost credited toward a custom plan if you upgrade.What types of flights does GNAW Adventure book?
GNAW Adventure books flights exclusively within all-inclusive packages, or in Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. We do not book economy-only or stand-alone flight tickets outside of a premium package. This policy ensures every trip we coordinate meets our white-glove service standard.What is Virtuoso and why does it matter for my trip?
Virtuoso is a global network of luxury travel agencies and advisors. As an affiliate through Fora Travel, Inc., GNAW Adventure clients gain access to exclusive benefits at hotels and resorts worldwide, including complimentary room upgrades, resort credits, early check-in, late check-out, and special amenities that are not available when booking directly or through standard consumer platforms.Do you work with travelers outside of Northwest Ohio?
Yes. While GNAW Adventure LLC is based in Wood County, Ohio, we serve travelers from anywhere and design itineraries to destinations across North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and beyond. Our geographic footprint includes destinations from Italy and Portugal to Rwanda, Bali, Dubai, and more.Can I buy a sample itinerary before committing to a custom plan?
Yes. We offer pre-built sample itineraries for Nashville (3 days, $29.99), New Orleans (4 days, $39.99), and the Pacific Coast (11 days, $79.99). These are a great way to get a feel for our planning style. If you decide to upgrade to a personalized custom plan, the full cost of your sample itinerary purchase is credited toward your planning fee.What kinds of trips does GNAW Adventure specialize in?
We design bespoke travel experiences for a wide range of occasions and traveler types, including honeymoons and mini-moons, milestone celebrations, multi-generational family trips, solo adventures, group travel, corporate and incentive retreats, destination weddings, luxury rail journeys, river and ocean cruises, and high-immersion cultural adventures like gorilla trekking in Rwanda or Dia de Muertos in Mexico.Are planning fees refundable if I change my mind?
No. All planning fees and sample itinerary purchases are non-refundable. This policy reflects the significant professional time and expertise invested in your trip from the moment your inquiry is received. We encourage prospective clients to schedule a consultation call before committing to ensure the service is the right fit.
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