our story

Bonjour, I’m Vanessa

In a nutshell: I am French, live in London, have three children, love to share, love pretty things, love travel.

I was raised between France and North Africa, and later lived in Madrid, Caracas, Boston, Sao Paulo, New York… then finally London, where we are based now as a multi-cultural, avid-travelers family.

I have visited over 90 countries, and I constantly travel, because I love it and it's an essential part of my work.

Fun fact: I worked as a flight attendant for Air France while studying Economics in Paris. The beginning of my career was on a trading floor in Wall Street, followed by co-founding the children’s trade show Bubble in NY and London, then launching a travel startup called moodAway before BozAround took flight. Travel has always been my language — the way I explore, understand, and express.

About BozAround Private Travel

BozAround started as a blog in 2009 — a creative outlet during our family sabbatical around the world. It has grown into something much bigger: a private travel design service rooted in purpose, style, and personal connections. We only work with a small number of clients for whom we design thoughtful journeys anywhere in the world.

BozAround Private Travel is an independent travel company partnered with 360 Private Travel and member of Virtuoso. As a founding member of The Conscious Travel Foundation, we curate exceptional journeys that honor both people and the planet.

At BozAround, we don’t just plan trips — we curate places and experiences that are thoughtful, soulful, and rooted in purpose.

Our Values

These are the values that shape everything we do:

Curiosity with care

Travel is how we learn and grow. I craft journeys that expand minds, especially little ones, while being mindful of the world we move through.

Sustainable luxury

I believe you can travel beautifully while treading lightly. I seek out places that honour their land, support their communities, and deliver comfort with conscience.

Connection through culture

The most meaningful memories often come from unexpected encounters. I work with local partners who welcome you in with warmth and pride.

Style meets substance

I have a soft spot for beautiful things — but beauty means more when it tells a story. Every place I choose is both aesthetically inspiring and deeply intentional.

kind words

It's been worth every penny!

Being a seasoned traveller, this is only the second time I ask for help. It saved me a lot of midlife worry.

Cecilia & Family, London

Thank you

Your work has made a usually stressful process a joy.

Emily & Family, London

everything you planned has been incredible and beyond special.

All of which has only been possible with your well thought out approach and planning.

Laure & Jeffrey, Connecticut

All we had to do was just show up and enjoy!

Thank you for taking the time to understand our family and to tailor such wonderful experiences.

Siren & Family, France

Grateful for your support and responsiveness throughout our journey

The guides were excellent. Everything was very well designed. We had so many varied experiences and exciting adventures.

Christopher & Family, London

Truly a trip of a lifetime

We had the greatest time. We loved our guide and the tour of the musicians home. Every detail was perfect.

Kyra & Family, New Jersey

I am a huge fan of BozAround

I love how Vanessa weaves in so much of her personality.

Yolanda Edwards, Yolo Magazine

Vanessa is creative, organised and so resourceful.

Your belief in the power of travel to expand understanding came through everything you planned for us.

Erica & Family, London

Grateful for your support and responsiveness throughout our journey.

It was beautifully designed and full of varied experiences.We loved our trip

Cathy & Christopher, London

Loved every minute

Back from a wonderful, wonderful trip! We had an amazing time. Highlight was definitely the boat

Aniela & Family, London

Not just perfect logistics, but real atmosphere.

Everything was so beautifully chosen and organised; every experience and hotel had such warmth and soul.

Masha and Nick, London

An extraordinary adventure

So perfectly curated, with the most amazing guide hand-selected by you.

Laura & Friends, New York

Vanessa has been my travel guru since she had her blog

I was always checking it out for inspiration. Couldn’t be happier when she decided to start a private travel business.

Francesca & Family, Milan

You never cease to amaze me.

you have such attention to detail and tremendous thoughtfulness.

Whitney & Family, New York

Wow!

There is virtually nowhere on the globe where Vanessa doesn’t have a connection.

Robin & Friend, New York

Could cry with gratitude

I am totally blown away by your level of detail and the brilliance of our trip!!

Annie Morris & Idris Khan, London

It was just amazing and perfect in every way.

Thank you again and again for the care and attention you gave to preparing this adventure for us.

Noel, Los Angeles

Vanessa has more travel knowledge than anyone I know

When we set out to plan our round-the-world trip, I knew the first person I needed to speak to was Vanessa.

Courtney Adamo, Australia

You set the standards so high!

You set the standards so high, it’ll be very difficult to get over.

Jordi & Family, Barcelona

Thank you so much for all the work behind the scenes

The special things you planned were spot on! We were treated so well at all the hotels and made to feel special!

Julie & Family, Los Angeles

I rave about Vanessa to anyone who will listen!

In a few short days she found and booked exactly what we were looking for.

Erin & Family, Calgary

Our trip was truly magical.

Thank you, we had the most wonderful time.

Alison & Family, London

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Featured publications

I’m grateful that both BozAround and my personal story have been featured in thoughtful, design-led publications. From interiors shaped by faraway places to a lifestyle rooted in curiosity and care, each piece reflects the way travel has influenced how I live, create, and connect.