Meet Samantha & Joe - Your Travel Partners Who Actually Get It

Hi, We're Sam & Joe!

Remember that feeling when you’re scrolling through travel photos and think “I wish I could go there”? Well, we’re here to make that happen. We’re not your typical travel agents sitting behind a desk with brochures. We’re actual travelers who fell in love on a cruise ship, got engaged on another one, and have been exploring the world together for over two decades.

What started as our own passion for travel has grown into something beautiful – helping people like you create those “pinch me, is this real?” moments. Whether you’re planning your first big adventure or you’re seasoned travelers looking for something new, we’ve got you covered.

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Happy Travelers Love Our Service

Satisfied clients who trust us with their dream vacations. Real people, real results, real memories.

Based in Venice, Serving the World

Local service with global expertise. We're here when you need us, planning trips worldwide.

We Are Venice's Most Trusted Travel Planning Team

Over 20 years of exploring the world together has taught us what makes travel truly special. Our experience, relationships, and passion for creating perfect trips shows in every number below.

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Travel Partners

Meet the Team

The Travel Experts Who Will Make Your Dreams Come True

Samantha Cordaro

Samantha Cordaro

Your Travel Planning Expert

Samantha is a certified travel professional with extensive training through CLIA and major resort brands. She specializes in all-inclusive resorts, cruise vacations, group travel, and solo travel support. Her white-glove planning style and genuine care make every client feel confident about their adventures.

Joe Cordaro

Joe Cordaro

Your Adventure Co-Pilot

Joe brings his passion for travel and eye for detail to every trip we plan. His insights help create well-rounded itineraries with hidden gems and local experiences that make trips truly special. Together, Samantha and Joe handle every aspect of your trip from big picture planning to the smallest details.

Enjoy Our Best Quality Travel Planning & Experience

We get a lot of questions about how we work and what makes us different. Here are the answers to help you understand why working with SJ Travel Collective is the smartest choice for your next adventure.

Our Process

How We Make Magic Happen

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Let's Talk

We start with a simple conversation about where you want to go & what you want to do.

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We Plan Everything

We use our experience to find the best options and handle all the bookings for you.

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You Relax

While we take care of the details, you just get ready and get excited for your trip.

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You Travel

Go enjoy your vacation. If anything comes up, just call us and we'll handle it.

What to Expect When You Work with Us

  • Your Personal Travel Agent

    Samantha handles your trip from start to finish. No getting passed around, just real service from someone who cares.

  • We Handle the Details

    Restaurant reservations, room requests, transportation - we take care of it all so you can focus on getting excited.

  • We're Always Available

    Flight canceled? We'll fix it. Need recommendations? Just call. We're your backup plan when you're traveling.

  • You Get Better Deals

    Our relationships mean you get perks like room upgrades and special experiences at no extra cost.

Let's Chat About Your Next Adventure

Whether you have a specific destination in mind or you’re just ready for something new, we’d love to hear what you’re dreaming about. Give us a call, send an email, or fill out our quick form – whatever works for you.