Each Private Buying Trip is designed to reflect your interests and pace. You’ll travel comfortably between markets, fairs and independent dealers chosen specifically for your aesthetic and goals.

Every itinerary begins with a consultation call where we define your focus, budget and preferred country. Trips typically run for three to four days with the option to extend into a week-long experience.

Throughout the trip, I’ll be by your side for guidance and support. From sourcing strategy to negotiation and selection, my role is to help you buy with confidence and clarity. You’ll also have access to trusted shipping partners who handle packing and export so your treasures arrive home safely.

Get here and I’ll take care of the rest.

• Pre-trip consultation and custom itinerary design

• Private guidance and sourcing support throughout the trip

• Market and dealer access tailored to your goals

• Local transportation during the itinerary

• Accommodation in charming hotels or historic inns

• Entry fees to fairs, markets and dealer visits

• Breakfast each morning

• Introductions to and assistance with trusted shippers

• A personalized welcome pack to help you source with ease

• Flights to and from the destination
  

• Lunch and Dinner
  

• Purchases and shipping fees (if selected)

• Travel Insurance

This experience is for anyone who feels a spark when they see something old and beautiful and wants to go deeper: direct sourcing.

It’s for the vintage reseller ready to source abroad with confidence, the designer or stylist who wants insider access to markets and dealers, and the collector who dreams of filling a home with pieces that tell a story.

You don’t need to be in the trade to join. You only need curiosity, a love of craftsmanship and an openness to the adventure that comes with sourcing in another country.

If you love old things, you belong here.

Reserve your place with a $1,750 USD deposit.
Each trip is custom-quoted, beginning from $3,995 USD depending on location, duration and preferences.

Your deposit secures your spot and begins the planning process. Together we’ll decide where, when and how long you’ll travel, creating a sourcing experience that fits your vision perfectly.

I’ll be in touch within two business days of your booking to begin planning your private itinerary.

• Do I need to be a professional antiques dealer?

  Not at all. Many guests come to learn how to buy abroad, develop their eye or start sourcing for a future business. Others simply want to experience England or France through its markets and historic shops. The itinerary and pace are customized for you.

• What makes these trips different from a tour or retreat?

  These trips are private, personal and entirely built around how you like to buy. You won’t follow a set route or group schedule. Instead, each day is planned to balance access, learning and discovery so you can shop with both freedom and expert support.

• What’s included in the price?

  The trip includes your pre-trip 1:1 consultation, a fully customized itinerary, private guidance throughout the trip, all in-country transport, accommodations, daily breakfast, welcome package and entry to fairs or trade-only markets. You’ll also have full coordination with trusted UK shippers, if you require.

• How long are the trips?

  Typically, these trips offer three full days and four nights, centered around a major antiques fair or brocante. Additional days or regions can be added if you’d like to extend your itinerary.

• Can I bring a friend or business partner?

  Yes. Your Private Buying Trip can be a one-on-one experience or shared with one travel companion. Many guests bring a partner, friend or business collaborator to make the adventure even more special.

  For two participants sharing accommodation, a custom quote will be provided once we design your itinerary.

• How do I get my treasures home?

  Most people choose one of three ways of transport:

  Luggage: you may choose to bring additional suitcases/duffel bags inside your main luggage to transport goods home.

  Shipping boxes: this includes packing your items in set sized boxes which we can send to you via Royal Mail.

  Professional Shipper: we have a partnership with a trusted, professional Shipper in England, who can pack, document and send your goods home with door to door service. They ship boxes, pallets, crates and containers. If you wish to use this service, we will coordinate this during our 1:1 consultation.

• What if I want a longer trip?

  If you’d like to extend your trip beyond the 4 days, simply reach out! Just let me know what you’re looking for, and I’ll create the perfect experience for you. Or, feel free to add your own free time either before or after our time together.

• What level of physical activity is involved?

  You’ll spend much of the day walking through fairs, markets and shops, often on uneven ground or cobblestone. Comfortable footwear is essential. While the pace is flexible, guests should be comfortable being on their feet for several hours at a time.

• What about meals?

  Breakfast is included each morning. For lunch and dinner, you’ll have flexibility to choose based on where the day takes us, either a countryside café near a market or a cozy restaurant in town. I’ll always have recommendations and often join for meals if you’d like company, but you’re free to explore on your own too.

• How far in advance should I book?
  Ideally, at least three months ahead so we have time to secure accommodations, confirm key market dates and plan your itinerary in detail. If you have a specific fair or season in mind, booking earlier is always best. Last-minute trips can sometimes be arranged depending on my schedule, so it’s always worth asking.

• What happens if I need to cancel?

  Your $1,750 deposit is non-refundable since it secures your dates and begins the planning and booking process. If you need to cancel, I’ll do my best to accommodate a reschedule within the same calendar year, depending on availability.

  Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

• I’m ready! How do I get started?

  If you are ready, simply secure your trip through the deposit on this page!

  You’ll receive a welcome email, complete with an intake form you’ll need to complete prior to our 1:1 consultation. I’ll be in touch to schedule the consultation, where we discuss your goals and preferred travel dates.