Curated Travel, Executed Flawlessy: Precision, Taste & Seamless Flow
As a former Naval Officer, I built my career on precision, calm decision-making, and flawless execution—skills I now apply to planning zero-guesswork travel. I treat every itinerary like a mission: structured, flexible, and designed so you always know what comes next and never waste a day figuring it out.
Having explored over 26 countries, I specialize in Japan and Thailand—destinations I know deeply from first-hand experience. From flights and accommodations to daily transportation, I design trips where every transition is intentional and friction-free. A single logistics mistake can derail an entire day; preventing that is where I excel.
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At the heart of every great trip is great food. Finding exceptional dining is my strongest skill—I know how to separate memorable meals from forgettable ones and how to uncover places you would never find on your own. My itineraries ensure you’re on a culinary journey every single day, without sacrificing flow, efficiency, or relaxation.
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I take the burden of perfect planning off your plate so you can focus on enjoying the time you worked so hard to earn—whether that means moving seamlessly through a packed itinerary or slowing down and savoring every moment.
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Cody Huber — Founder, Compass & Cuisine
Where My Expertise Runs Deep
I specialize in itineraries where cultural nuance, timing, and logistics truly matter. These are the regions where my on-the-ground experience shines.
Japan: Rhythm, Respect & Rail Lines
From Tokyo’s pulse to Kyoto’s quiet, I choreograph days that flow with local customs, rail schedules, and seasonal shifts—without spoiling the surprises.
Thailand & Southeast Asia: Flow-State Journeys
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, island chains and border crossings—I design routes that balance intensity and rest, street food and fine dining, temples and tide charts.
Europe & U.S. City Grids: Depth Over Checklists
Think Rome to Paris, or California to New York. I build trips that move smoothly through time zones, train hubs, and neighborhoods—prioritizing depth over box-ticking.
Pricing
Simple. Transparent. Built Around You.
My pricing is independent of airlines, hotels, and tour operators. I don’t earn commissions, kickbacks, or referral fees — which means every recommendation is made solely in your best interest, not to satisfy a supplier.
I charge per planned day, not through bundled packages or pre-set itineraries.
Base Rate: $30 per planned day. Automatic discounts apply for longer trips.
How Pricing Works
Traditional travel agencies often operate under hidden constraints. Their plans can require bundled hotels, tours, or experiences you don’t actually want; group tours when you’d rather travel independently; pre-set itineraries filled with ‘filler’ activities; and recommendations influenced by commission agreements. My approach is different. Every itinerary is built from the ground up around your priorities, pace, and budget. You choose what matters. I plan accordingly. Nothing is included unless it serves your trip. You’re never locked into mandatory experiences, fixed schedules, or one-size-fits-all routes. If something doesn’t excite you, it doesn’t make the itinerary. If you’ve ever looked at a travel plan and thought, ‘I don’t want to do half of this,’ this service was built for you.
Planning Tiers
- Minimal Planning: Best for travelers who want a clear, efficient plan with minimal back-and-forth. Includes core logistics, routing, and accommodation planning.
- Collaborative Planning: For travelers who want input and refinement along the way. Includes activity planning, transportation strategy, and iterative adjustments.
- Vision-Driven Planning: For travelers who want a fully immersive, end-to-end experience. Includes deep personalization, culinary focus, pacing strategy, and layered detail.
Optional Add-Ons
Curated Food & Restaurant Map: $10 per city. Hand-selected dining recommendations tailored to your tastes, not trends. (Some services may be limited or capped depending on itinerary length to ensure quality.).