DIY Planning
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Aurum DIY Planning Guide

Expert direction.
Your execution.

Professional guidance delivered as a complete planning guide—you take it from there.

Some travelers know exactly how they want to book. They have points to use, platforms they prefer, and the confidence to handle reservations on their own. What they want is a professional in their corner telling them where to go, what to prioritize, and how to make the most of their time. That is exactly what this is.

FormatPDF Planning Guide
Consultation30-Minute Included
RevisionsOne Round
BookingsHandled by You
What's Included

The expert foundation.
Your plan to execute.

The DIY Planning Guide gives you everything you need to make smart, confident decisions — without handing off the booking process. The expertise is ours. The control is yours.

What You Receive
30-Minute Consultation

A focused conversation about your destination, travel style, and what you want to get out of the trip — so every recommendation is tailored, not generic.

Destination & Neighborhood Guidance

Strategic direction on where to base yourself, which areas to prioritize, and what to avoid — based on your travel goals, not a popularity ranking.

Sample Daily Itinerary Framework

A structured outline with suggested activities, timing, and daily flow — a working framework you can adapt and execute your own way.

Hotel Options by Budget Tier

Three accommodation recommendations at different price points — each with context on location, character, and why it suits your trip.

Restaurant Recommendations

Curated dining suggestions matched to your taste — from casual neighborhood spots to special-occasion meals. Reservations are yours to make.

Transportation Guidance

Practical advice on getting around — airport transfers, in-destination transport, and how to move between locations efficiently.

Budget Breakdown

Estimated costs for accommodations, dining, activities, and transportation — so you can plan your spend before you book anything.

One Round of Revisions

An opportunity to refine recommendations after you've reviewed the guide — adjustments made before you finalize anything.

What You Handle
This service is designed for travelers who want to stay in control of their own booking process. Here is what remains yours to manage.
All Bookings & Reservations

Hotels, restaurants, activities, and flights are booked by you — through your preferred platforms, points programs, or booking channels.

Detailed Hour-by-Hour Scheduling

The guide provides a framework and flow, not a minute-by-minute schedule. How you fill each day is entirely up to you.

On-Trip Support

Once your guide is delivered, you're managing your own travel. If you'd prefer someone available during the trip, the full-service experiences are worth exploring.

The knowledge is Aurum's.
The journey is yours.
This guide is built with the same expertise that goes into our full-service planning — distilled into a format that hands you the direction and lets you move at your own pace, on your own terms.