Travel Designer
& Entrepreneur
Alina
Adaeva
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HELLO!
I am a travel designer, entrepreneur, and the person who turns your travel dreams into vivid, thoughtful journeys.

65+ countries, 42 group trips, and over 100 custom itineraries — all backed by real experience and hundreds of out-of-the-box decisions made on the road.

I handle everything: from logistics to restaurant picks and unexpected turns — so you can simply go, feel, and live the moment.

No stress. No spreadsheets. No hassle.

I design routes across every continent except North America — with culture, local experiences, and those unforgettable “wow” views you’ll want to remember.
On paper, this is what you get:
In reality, it’s much more!
Photo by Jacob
Request:
“My girlfriend and I are flying to Japan for New Year’s. We’re looking for something unique — and I’m planning to propose.”
A helicopter proposal over sunset-lit Tokyo — plus sake tastings, a traditional tea ceremony, and a private meeting with a master calligrapher.
Result:
Result:

A 7-day family journey through Apulia: a countryside masseria, tiny medieval towns with just a few streets, and a cooking class with a local donna.
“We’ve already seen all of Italy’s major cities. This time, we want something different — quiet, beauty, no crowds… and in August.”
Request:

Request:
“May holidays with the kids. Somewhere not far from Moscow — tasty, fun, and hassle-free.”
8 days in Uzbekistan — bustling bazaars, local artisans, and fire-cooked plov. The finale: a mountain retreat in Chimgan with a view.
Result:
Peaceful Finland: a forest cottage, huskies, reindeer, sauna, snow, and evenings by the fireplace. Shared memories, no screens.
“Our sons are 9 and 12. We want to be together, experience something special — and no more than 4 hours from Berlin.”
Request:
Request:
“We’ve only been to Paris together. Now we want wine, castles, and yachts — but without exhausting transfers.”
The Loire Valley with a wine guide, a flight to the French Riviera, and a relaxed finale by the sea.
Result:
Result:
Shangri-La, Dali, and Lijiang — ancient towns, tea ceremonies, Buddhist philosophy, stunning nature, and a gentle July climate.
“We’re dreaming of China! I want to understand the people, the culture, the tea — and all of it in July.”
Request:
Individual Travel Experiences
Travel, your way — your pace, your preferences, your comfort. Whether it's a ryokan stay in Japan or fine dining on safari in South Africa, even that dream trip you've been saving for someday.
Result:
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Skolkovo EMBA-41 / China
7 days — a whole universe: a route through Guangzhou, Yangshuo, Fenghuang, and Shanghai, with stays at Aman resorts, deep local experiences, and final events for 50 people — a private boat and a skyline-view bar. I didn’t just organize it — I traveled with the group.
The leadership team gathered in Georgia for a strategic offsite.
The format was flexible: focused work sessions in the city, followed by a retreat outside Tbilisi to recharge and connect beyond the office.
I managed the budget, documentation, team coordination, logistics, and on-the-ground execution.
Gaming Company / CEO Meet-up in Tbilisi
Smena Station / Nepal
Three weeks in Nepal for the Smena Station community: a trek to the base of Machapuchare and life in a Buddhist monastery nearly 4,000 meters high.
A space for slowing down — where work, nature, and silence came together in a unique group experience.
I led the project from start to finish: from designing the route to on-the-ground coordination.
Corporate & Groups
Trips for friends, teams, and communities — to share meaningful experiences together. From mountain weekends to workations — all fully curated, with your purpose at the center.
Teambuilding in Kamchatka
The company’s top team had a clear goal: to experience Kamchatka at a level that could rival Europe.
Challenging? Absolutely. I built the route, brought in the best regional partners, and made the journey safe, seamless, and truly unforgettable.
The group put their full trust in the process — they only found out they were flying to Korea at the airport.
In 10 days, we lived a powerful adventure: Seoul, street food, a 24-hour monastery stay, Busan, islands, and swimming in the South China Sea.
I handled the full organization and on-the-ground support — all they had to do was be amazed.
OREH / South Korea
Media Featuring Me
180 Degrees
Together with Uliana, we talked about travel as a way of life — and the search for a place to call home.
Driving Across South Africa: How Much Does It Cost?
South Africa is a great country for a comfortable road trip: the roads are in good condition, and the landscapes change constantly outside your window.
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Check out the YouTube channel as well:
Two Weeks in Morocco: What to See and Do
Morocco is full of wonders, even for the seasoned traveler: the blue city of Chefchaouen and ochre-hued Marrakech, the maze-like alleys of Fes, the grand mosque in Casablanca, the vast Sahara Desert, and the majestic Atlas Mountains...
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Kazakhstan: What You Need to Know Before You Go
I first visited Kazakhstan in 2017. At the time, I was hitchhiking through Central Asia, exploring Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan — but it was Kazakhstan that truly captured my heart.
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5 Stereotypes About China That Turned Out to Be False
Before coming to China, I thought it would be dirty, 'post-Soviet', or just like the rest of Asia. Was I right? Not really. In fact, none of my stereotypes about China turned out to be true. So I made a video sharing my main impressions after spending two weeks there
I’ve put together everything I learned for those planning their very first independent trip to Japan. When should you go? Where to travel? What to see? What unforgettable experiences are worth planning? How to get around? Where to stay? I cover it all in this video.
JAPAN: A Guide to Planning Your Own Trip
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individual travel experiences
Corporate & Groups
upon request
contacts
adaeva.traveldesigner@gmail.com