About | La Vita

meet our founder

Meet Minerva Padilla, the illustrious founder of La Vita Luxury Travel, a guiding force in the travel industry since 2014. With an unbridled passion for travel, Minerva stands as a beacon of trustworthiness and dedication, committed to crafting the finest travel experiences worldwide. As a specialist in unique honeymoon planning, cruise expert, and an avid wine lover, Minerva brings a unique touch to each journey.

Crafting the travel life of your dreams.

Welcome to La Vita Luxury Travel, where we seamlessly blend luxury with adventure. As a full-service travel company, we are dedicated to turning your dreams into reality. Specializing in bespoke experiences, we curate unforgettable journeys, from romantic honeymoons to luxury cruises, Safaris and exclusive access to world-class golf and sporting events.

Immerse yourself in the vibrancy of world-renowned festivals, guided by our expertise in crafting itineraries that blend luxury and cultural richness. Indulge in a world where travel is not just a journey; it's a masterpiece. La Vita Luxury Travel—where every adventure is a celebration of life's finest moments.

La Vita Luxury Travel is sincerely appreciative of our valued affiliation with Embark Beyond, granting us unparalleled global access. Our commitment is to craft bespoke itineraries that reflect your unique preferences and aspirations. Leveraging our extensive personal connections and profound market insights, we guarantee your VIP status both prior to and throught your travels.

Ringing in the new year where crisp alpine air meets world-class comfort. From ski-in chalets in Courchevel to fireside evenings in Aspen, there’s nothing like starting the year surrounded by snow-dusted peaks, warm hospitality, and unforgettable mountain moments. Cheers to new beginnings, on and off the slopes. 🥂

DM to inquire 🎄📮

Didn’t plan a holiday escape this season? No worries! This is the perfect moment to start curating your luxury travel experience for 2026. Planning ahead opens the door to the most exclusive villas, five-star hideaways, private guides, and immersive cultural moments that elevate a trip from memorable to truly unforgettable.

At La Vita Luxury Travel, we craft bespoke itineraries designed for travelers who value authenticity, comfort, and quiet sophistication. Whether you envision a wellness retreat surrounded by nature, a coastal escape on the Mediterranean, or a culturally rich journey through ancient landmarks, your 2026 travel planning begins now.

Let’s design a journey that feels effortless, intentional, and entirely yours. ✨🎄
Your next extraordinary escape is just a message away.

It’s officially a La Vita kind of weekend!

A couple of days wrapped in soft robes, peaceful suites, and that feeling you only get when you’re away. Slow mornings, beautiful stays, and moments that bring you back to yourself.

Where should your next getaway take you? 🪄✈️

Where the rhythm of world-class tennis meets the stillness of the California desert. 🎾🌴

The @bnpparibasopen at Indian Wells is more than a tournament, it’s an experience. Imagine morning matches beneath the sun-washed mountains, private chauffeur transfers through palm-lined roads, and evenings spent at iconic retreats like @theparkerhotel or @ritzcarltonranchomirage

Between matches, indulge in Michelin-style dining, spa rituals, and curated excursions through the art-dotted Coachella Valley. Every detail, from your courtside access to your sunset view, is seamlessly arranged.

At La Vita Luxury Travel, we design experiences that feel effortless yet unforgettable. You arrive. We handle everything else.

There’s nothing quite like sipping mulled wine beneath the sparkle of Europe’s Christmas lights. 🎄✨
A few years ago, I experienced the Christmas Markets aboard an AmaWaterways river cruise along the Rhine River with my mom. It was pure holiday magic. From Cologne to Strasbourg, every stop felt like stepping into a fairytale.

This season, let La Vita Luxury Travel curate your own story filled with cozy markets, five-star comfort, and festive wonder.

✨ Limited sailings still available for 2025. Inquire now to make next Christmas unforgettable.

Travel taught me that gratitude isn’t just a feeling, it’s a moment.

The more I step beyond my usual corners of the world, the more I treasure the little things:

☕️ That unexpected chat with a stranger in a cozy café that leaves you smiling all day.
🌅 Waking up to a sunrise that paints your new destination with promise and possibility.
📚 Learning something fresh that shifts your perspective in ways you never expected.

For me, these moments redefine what being grateful really means.

What about you? Has a recent trip changed how you see gratitude?

Drop your story in the comments—I’d love to hear it! 🌍✨

#TravelGratitude #WanderlustMoments #TravelStories #ExploreMore #GratefulTraveler

Tired of the same old Christmas routine? 🎄

Since I became a travel advisor 10 years ago, I’ve helped couples swap snowflakes for sandy beaches and cozy firesides for ocean breezes.

Send this to your partner as a little nudge… and if the idea of Christmas by the sea sounds like your kind of holiday, DM me. Let’s make this year unforgettable! ✈️🌴

Weekend escapes, California style ☀️
From oceanfront elegance at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, to the tranquil wellness of Rancho Valencia, each retreat offers its own version of peace.

Where will your weekend take you?

DM to inquire 📮

That’s the difference when a destination wedding is built around what you need, not just what needs doing.

You get to be present.
You get to feel the weight of the moment, not the weight of the guest list.
You get to move through the weekend as a couple, not coordinators.

The to-do list still exists, but it’s not yours to carry.

The logistics are still complex, but they’re handled.

What’s left is space, to breathe.
to connect, to remember why you’re doing this in the first place.

That’s what I create when I help plan destination weddings.
Not just a celebration that runs smoothly, but a weekend that genuinely feels the way you want it to.

If that’s what you’re hoping for, send me a DM, let’s start there. 📮💍

If you loved the après more than the ski, this one’s for you.

Think snow-dusted mornings, truffle pasta dinners, and spa afternoons framed by the Alps.

Let’s plan your Switzerland getaway — link in bio. 📮

Let me be the one to say it: there’s no award for most-burnt-out-holiday-host.

There is, however, a reward for people who work as hard as you have this year.

You deserve the break you keep putting off. And what better way to end a year than giving yourself the gift of seeing and experiencing something new?

If that sounds exactly like what you need this Holiday season, send me a message and I’ll walk you through some ideas for a little resting and recharging this December. 📮🌲

I want ocean views, crisp sheets, and the kind of hotel service that reads your mind before you even ask.

Anyone else?

Tired of the usual holiday chaos and endless emails stealing your joy?

Imagine this instead: cozy mornings with your coffee on a beachfront balcony 🌴, afternoons by the pool with a refreshing drink in hand, and evenings where dinner is served without lifting a finger. No stress, just pure relaxation.

One of my clients almost spent December shoveling snow, until we switched gears to a sunny escape with incredible food and zero to-do lists. Best decision ever!

This year, give yourself the gift of real recharge. December trips are still possible, but spots are filling fast.

Ready to trade inbox overload for ocean breeze? DM me “Holiday escape” and let’s make it happen! ✈️☀️

Think cozy means staying in? Think again. 🍷

From toasty fireside lounges in Tahoe to breezy coastal escapes on Sonoma’s cliffs, the West Coast knows how to wrap you in warmth, without sacrificing adventure.

I helped clients find these four hidden gems that feel like a warm hug on chilly fall and winter days. Want to cozy up without leaving the coast?

DM me “Cozy” and let’s find your perfect getaway. Your snug escape awaits!

Think spring break planning is something you can wait on? Think again! 🌴

Here’s the secret: the travelers having the BEST spring break experiences aren’t the last-minute bookers scrambling in February.

They’re the ones who locked in their trips months ahead — and that’s exactly what I’m doing for my clients right now:

✈️ Snagging flights before prices skyrocket
🌊 Reserving those oceanfront rooms that vanish fast
🎟️ Booking can’t-miss activities months before they sell out

While everyone else is stressing last minute, my clients are already daydreaming and counting down the days.

If spring break 2026 is even on your mind, now’s the moment to act.

DM me and let’s get you set up to show up calm, collected, and ready for the best trip yet! ✨

#SpringBreak2026 #TravelSmart #BookEarly #VacationGoals #TravelPlanning

Planning your dream honeymoon doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s how we make it simple in 5 steps:

1️⃣ Call – we start with a chat to understand your vision
2️⃣ Research – we curate destinations that fit your style
3️⃣ Itinerary – every detail is designed for you
4️⃣ Booking – we handle it all seamlessly
5️⃣ Trip Prep – you just pack & go

Your only job? Show up and enjoy the most unforgettable trip of your life.

📩 DM to start planning your honeymoon today.

The most memorable holidays begin with thoughtful planning. Reserve your seasonal escape now, while the world’s most sought-after destinations are still within reach. 🥂

📮Begin your journey today.

Curling up by the fire with golden leaves outside. My top cozy fall stays are calling. Swipe to see the magic, then DM me your favorite pick to book 📮

Why Atmosphere Matters Most ⛲️

Photos can capture design, but they can’t capture atmosphere. When I step into a property, I pay attention to how it feels. Is the pace unhurried? Does the space invite you to linger? Do you feel instantly at ease?

It’s the atmosphere that lingers long after a trip, more than any itinerary or amenity.

At La Vita, I choose to recommend only the places where that atmosphere is undeniable. Where refinement isn’t spoken about, but simply felt in every moment.

One Trip I Recommend to Everyone🦒🦛🗺️

If I could recommend one journey everyone should take at least once, it would be an African safari. There’s nothing quite like watching the sun rise over the savannah, the earth still cool, and the air alive with possibility. Seeing wildlife up close shifts something inside you, it reminds you how small we are, in the best possible way.

For me, travel has always been about perspective. At La Vita, I don’t just design itineraries, I curate experiences that linger long after the bags are unpacked. A safari is unforgettable not because it’s luxurious, but because it’s humbling. And that, to me, is the ultimate luxury.🥂✈️

Why I Visit Before You Do 🥂🧳

One of the parts of my job that I take most seriously is visiting the destinations and properties I recommend. Photos online can only tell you so much. I want to know what the rooms really feel like, whether the service is intuitive, how the atmosphere shifts from morning to evening.

When I’m on site, I walk the grounds, test the restaurants, peek into the spa, and sometimes even ask the questions guests might be too shy to ask. Because when I send a La Vita client somewhere, I want to know with certainty that it’s more than beautiful, it’s seamless, memorable, and worth every moment.

Luxury travel isn’t about guessing. It’s about knowing. And that’s why I go first, so your only job is to enjoy.

📮 Inquire above.

Before every journey, I have little rituals that ground me no matter where I’m headed. Over the years, I’ve learned that a few elevated essentials can transform even the longest travel days into something enjoyable. These are my go-to’s:

🧳 @rimowa Cabin Case – lightweight, timeless, and built to glide through airports effortlessly.
🧖‍♀️ @lamer The Concentrate – because skincare is self-care, especially after hours in recycled cabin air.
📒 Notebook – for the thoughts and inspirations that always come when the world feels still above the clouds.

These small luxuries are more than beautiful objects, they’re part of a ritual that turns travel into an experience from the very first step. At La Vita, I encourage clients to create their own, because true luxury isn’t just about the destination, it’s how you move through the journey.

📮Discreetly inquire through the link above.

Hi, I’m Minerva! ✨
Founder of La Vita Luxury Travel—where I turn dream getaways into reality. Think coastal chic escapes, insider perks, and unforgettable moments.

Follow along for luxury travel inspo, tips, and a peek behind the scenes. Ready to plan your next adventure? Let’s make it happen.

When you book with La Vita Luxury Travel, you’re not just planning a trip, you’re securing the power of two elite networks: Virtuoso and Embark Beyond.

🗺️Virtuoso Privileges – Complimentary upgrades, daily breakfast, resort credits, and VIP recognition at the world’s finest hotels.
🌍 Embark Beyond Connections – Ultra-personalized access to private villas, yachts, and experiences typically reserved for insiders.
🕰 Time Saved – Every detail, elegantly handled for you.
🤝 Trusted Advocacy – If plans shift, you have a team with global influence at your side.
🎩 Tailored Luxury – No templates, only bespoke itineraries designed to your lifestyle.

With Virtuoso x Embark x La Vita, your travels aren’t just elevated, they’re redefined.

📩 Inquire today and let La Vita open doors to experiences you can’t book on your own.

Viajar con La Vita es acceder a un mundo de elegancia y experiencias exclusivas creadas a tu medida.

Desde itinerarios personalizados hasta acceso VIP en hoteles de cinco estrellas, yates privados y los restaurantes más codiciados… cada detalle está diseñado para que vivas el viaje que solo unos pocos conocen.

Porque el verdadero lujo no es el destino, sino cómo llegas a él.

Viaja con distinción. Viaja con La Vita Luxury Travel.

Consulta hoy y haz de tu próximo viaje una obra maestra. 📮🥂

This week, our La Vita travelers are jet-setting across the globe:

🇨🇦 Exploring Canada’s wild beauty
🇫🇷 Indulging in Cannes’ Riviera glamour
🌴 Savoring Cancún’s turquoise shores
🍷 Strolling Avignon’s timeless vineyards

From chic city breaks to coastal escapes, this is how the world’s most stylish travelers spend their week. 💼✈️

Where would you go first?📮

The ultimate luxury desert retreat. ✨☀️

Known as one of the best luxury hotels in Palm Springs, The Parker blends mid-century modern design with Jonathan Adler’s playful interiors, lush gardens, and chic poolside cabanas. It’s a hideaway made for long weekends, spa indulgence, and iconic cocktails under the desert sun.

🌵 Why book The Parker with La Vita?
🗝️ Access to the best suites & insider perks
🗝️ VIP amenities not available when booking direct
🗝️ Seamless planning for your Palm Springs getaway

Whether you’re escaping for a Palm Springs weekend getaway or planning a longer California luxury vacation, La Vita curates the details so you can simply arrive in style.

📮 Inquire today. Your Parker Palm Springs escape awaits.

When the crowds thin and the golden light lingers, Southern California is at its most magical. Here’s where to escape next month:

🌊 Oceanfront luxury at Montage Laguna Beach
🌿 Restorative serenity at Ojai Valley Inn
🌵 Desert chic at Parker Palm Springs
🍇 Vineyard indulgence at Ponte Vineyard Inn, Temecula

September is the secret season… quiet, sun-soaked, and effortlessly elegant. Which escape will you choose? 🗝️

Travel Tip Tuesday
Your honeymoon isn’t just a vacation, it’s the beginning of your story together. 🌍💍

Booking with La Vita Luxury Travel means every detail is elevated:
– Curated itineraries to the world’s most romantic destinations (Maldives, Amalfi Coast, St. Lucia, Bora Bora)
– VIP upgrades, private transfers, and exclusive perks
– Stress-free planning, so your only focus is on each other

Because luxury honeymoons deserve more than clicks, they deserve craftsmanship.

📮 Ready to design the honeymoon of your dreams? Let’s begin.

Follow the world’s most prestigious tennis tournaments in timeless style. From the elegance of Wimbledon to the prestige of Roland-Garros, the energy of the US Open, and the sun-soaked courts of the Australian Open. Every Grand Slam is more than a match, it’s a way of life.

At La Vita Luxury Travel, we curate exclusive tennis travel experiences: courtside seats, five-star hotels, private transfers, and bespoke itineraries designed for discerning travelers.

Because for the well-traveled, luxury is not just attending the Grand Slams. It’s arriving in quiet sophistication.

📩 DM La Vita to begin your Grand Slam travel journey.

The holidays aren’t just a season, they’re a state of mind. ❄️☀️ From snowy slopes to sun-kissed shores, our travelers are securing their escapes to St. Moritz, the French Alps, and the Maldives.

Luxury isn’t about going everywhere, it’s about choosing the one place that feels like yours.

Your perfect holiday begins with La Vita, where every detail is curated exclusively for you.

DM us to begin planning your holiday journey. 📮

Why book luxury travel with La Vita? Because true luxury travel planning isn’t about searching online, it’s about access.

From private villas in St. Barts to five-star suites in Paris and exclusive Maldives overwater bungalows, La Vita opens doors that aren’t available on Google.

Every journey is designed with discretion, seamless service, and insider connections. So your experience feels effortless from start to finish.

Your time is priceless. Your travel should feel that way too.

DM to begin your journey. 📮

Kimpton Mas Olas in Todos Santos is an adults-only luxury resort where minimalist Baja chic meets immersive wellness. Unwind in your private plunge pool, soak in Pacific Ocean sunsets and Sierra de la Laguna mountain views, and indulge in organic, sustainable design that feels as effortless as it is elegant. 🌊🌿

DM to begin your journey📮

#lavitaluxurytravel #bajacaliforniasur

Travel Tip Tuesday: Pack light, live large. La Vita handles the rest. 🥂🏞️

When it comes to luxury travel packing, less is more. The world’s most stylish travelers swear by the 5-Piece Rule: choose five timeless, high-quality essentials in a neutral palette that can be mixed and matched for every occasion. Think a cashmere wrap for long-haul flights, a silk blouse for rooftop dinners, tailored trousers for city strolls, elegant loafers for exploring, and a statement timepiece for that final touch.

This capsule wardrobe approach means you can travel light without sacrificing elegance, leaving space for designer finds in Paris, Milan, or Dubai.

Contact La Vita to design your bespoke shopping getaway.

#lavitaluxurytravel #travelinstyle

Private courses. Iconic fairways.
Think beyond the resort itinerary. From windswept coastal greens to legendary championship layouts, every detail is tailored to you.
We don’t just book tee times.
We craft golf travel that plays at your level.

📮 Inquire discreetly.

Wander Wednesday 🗺️ 📍A Riviera Reverie

There’s nowhere quite like Monaco. A place where the Mediterranean sparkles just a bit brighter, and elegance is not a trend but a legacy.

Here, luxury doesn’t ask for attention, it simply exists. Mornings begin with espresso overlooking Port Hercules. Afternoons drift into long lunches in Beaulieu-sur-Mer. And evenings? Velvet dresses, vintage champagne, and the soft hum of engines outside the Casino de Monte-Carlo.

This isn’t just a stop along the Riviera. It’s a statement. A lifestyle.
And with La Vita, Monaco becomes more than a destination, it becomes your backdrop.

Where will Wander Wednesday take you next?
Let us curate your next escape.

#LaVitaLuxuryTravel

Don’t fill every hour.
Some of the most unforgettable moments happen when you leave space…
to wander without a plan, to breathe in a view, to feel something shift inside.

Stillness is not empty.
It’s where wonder begins.

Travel with La Vita to experience the luxury of presence.

#TravelTipTuesday #LaVitaLuxuryTravel

A quiet note from Bogotá.
Carved wood, mountain air, and mornings that move slowly.
Just how we like it.

—Vita
📍Four Seasons Hotel Casa Medina

#LaVitaLuxuryTravel

Why work with La Vita?

Because time is your most valuable currency, and where you spend it matters.
You don’t want another vacation.
You want something quieter. Smarter. Perfectly placed.

At La Vita, we don’t plan trips.
We craft escapes that fit you, your pace, your preferences, your standards.

→ The right suite.
→ The right table.
→ The kind of arrival where nothing needs to be said.

You move through the world differently.
We design for that.

📩 DM to begin.

#lavitaluxurytravel #luxurytravel #luxuryescapes

Wander Wednesday: The Scottish Highlands

Where mornings begin with mist over the moors and end with a dram of whisky by the fire. Where Range Rovers replace taxis, falcons fly at golden hour, and the only thing louder than the wind is the silence. 🥃

🍂 Autumn is the secret season in Scotland. Fewer crowds, richer colors, and rooms you’ll never find online.

La Vita designs Highland escapes for those who prefer wellies over Wi-Fi, and elegance without excess.

📩 DM us to begin curating yours.

Some details can’t be requested.
They come from knowing you, not your reservation.

When everything is quietly arranged, all that’s left is to enjoy. Inquiries by message, always discreet. 📮🔒

Back from Todos Santos, just in time for a reserved celebration.
Our founder’s birthday today. As always, she’s already thinking about your next escape.

Happy birthday, V. ⛱️

Not every journey needs an agenda.

For some, the most extraordinary moments are the ones that were never scheduled at all.

You already know how you like to travel.
We simply make it happen.

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#LaVitaLuxuryTravel #luxuryescapes #luxurydestinations

Client Diary: Provence, curated quietly.

This client came to us with one request:
“We want to feel like we live there, not just visit.”

So we arranged:
– A private villa in Gordes with daily deliveries from the village market
– A vintage convertible for lavender-field drives
– Wine tastings led by a winemaker, not a guide
– A sunset picnic where the locals go, no maps, just intuition

No lines. No crowds. No decisions. Just immersion.

When you work with La Vita, we don’t just book travel.
We orchestrate the feeling you’re chasing, before you even ask.

DM us “Provence” if you’re dreaming of this kind of escape.

Some of our clients call with an exact destination in mind. Others simply describe how they’d like to feel when they arrive.

We handle both, privately, and often before they ask.

We plan in layers most travelers never see. A room that’s already been walked through. A driver who knows which side you prefer. The right table held under your name, even when no reservation was required.

When you work with La Vita, you don’t book travel.
You pass it off. And then it’s handled.

Begin a private arrangement through the link above.

#lavitaluxurytravel

Some trains get you there. Others ask you to slow down and look, not at your phone, but at what’s been here for centuries.

This week, we’re watching the Andes roll by from the quiet of the Belmond Andean Explorer: soft leathers, still linen, altitude-adjusted menus, and a bar car more gracious than most hotel lobbies.

Our travelers disembark rested, not rushed, somewhere between Cusco and a different pace entirely.

Seats held privately for La Vita clients, well in advance.

#lavitaluxurytravel #luxurytravel

This week, our members are:
– Cruising between Hydra and Spetses on a private wooden yacht, just ahead of the August rush
– Behind the kitchen in Modena, dining off-menu at a table reserved through a quiet relationship
– Completely off-grid in Madeira, where time passes slowly and no one asks for it back

We don’t offer destinations. We offer decisions made easy, for people who’ve earned the right to choose.

If you’re considering a change of scenery this fall, our autumn calendar is nearly full.

#lavitaluxurytravel

Not all getaways are getaways. Some are homecomings; tailored, timeless, and entirely yours.

Fall itineraries are nearly complete. A few remain unspoken for. Shall we reserve yours? 🏖️

#lavitaluxurytravel #luxuryescapes

A Perfecto La Vita Escape at Fairmont Grand Del Mar ✨
Where Mediterranean charm meets California sunshine.
Book with La Vita Luxury Travel for exclusive perks that elevate every stay.

#LaVitaEscapes #LuxuryTravelAdvisor #FairmontGrandDelMar #SoCalLuxury #CoastalChic #OldMoneyAesthetic

A wedding should feel like a dream. So why not start it in a place that is one? From historic villas to barefoot beach vows, we curate once-in-a-lifetime destination weddings that are as effortless as they are unforgettable. 💍🌍

Where would you say “I do”?

DM to begin your bespoke celebration.

#lavitaluxurytravel #destinationwedding #luxurytravel

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