About Escape Designer
At Escape Designer, we believe that every journey should be a masterpiece—meticulously planned, effortlessly executed, and deeply personal. Our global vision is to empower travelers worldwide to transform their aspirations into extraordinary experiences, free from the stress and complexity that often comes with planning. We're doing this by applying the rigorous discipline of Project Management to the art of travel.
Our Expertise: Project Management Meets Passion
With over 20 years of experience in project management, I've honed the skills necessary to navigate complex challenges, optimize resources, and deliver exceptional outcomes. Whether it's managing multi-million dollar projects or coordinating intricate logistics for large teams, the principles of clear scope definition, meticulous budgeting, proactive risk management, and precise scheduling are universal.
My personal passion for travel has always driven me to meticulously plan trips for myself, my family, and my friends. I've discovered that the same methodologies that ensure success in the corporate world are invaluable for creating seamless, unforgettable personal journeys.
Our Starting Point: The Magic of Portugal
While our vision is global, we've chosen my homeland, Portugal, as the initial canvas to demonstrate the power of our unique approach. As a native Portuguese who has extensively traveled throughout this beautiful country, I bring an unparalleled depth of local knowledge, insider insights, and a true understanding of its rich culture, hidden gems, and authentic experiences.
This allows us to not only apply top-tier project management rigor but also infuse every plan with genuine authenticity, helping you explore Portugal beyond the typical tourist paths. It's about experiencing the real Portugal, with the peace of mind that comes from expert planning.
Join us on a journey where precision meets passion, and every escape is truly a masterpiece.
How We Plan Your Trip
Every trip is a project — and we plan it like one. Our 5-phase method blends travel expertise with professional project management to create a smart, stress-free travel experience.
1. Discovery
We align on your goals, preferences, constraints and ideal rhythm.
2. Structure
We build the outline: regions, pacing, transitions and smart sequencing.
3. Blueprint
We add daily flow, estimated budget, tips, risks and local insight.
4. Execution
You receive everything ready-to-go in digital format, print or mobile view.
5. Wrap-up
We check in post-trip, collect insights, and archive your custom journey.
✨ No generic packages. No chaos. Just clarity — and a process that makes travel feel effortless.