The Definitive Guide to Designing an Incentive Trip That Actually Works
Everything a company should consider when designing an incentive trip: hotel vs. experience, group logistics, and why who designs it matters.
Here I share what I learn on the road: destination guides, travel stories and advice for planning with ease, from safaris to honeymoons and incentive trips.
The Definitive Guide to Designing an Incentive Trip That Actually Works
Everything a company should consider when designing an incentive trip: hotel vs. experience, group logistics, and why who designs it matters.
The Honest Avios Guide: How to Fly Business and First Class Without Overpaying
How Avios really work, when buying them pays off, and how to book business or first class from the U.S. without overpaying.
Protests in Europe: What to Do If You’re Traveling (or Already There)
What to check before you go and what to do if you're already in Europe during the October 2026 protests in France, Italy and Portugal. A practica
Luxury River Cruise with AmaWaterways: The Trip Where You Unpack Once
A river cruise is a boutique hotel that moves: you unpack once and wake up in a new destination every day. Here’s what life on board is like, w
The Black Mambas: Africa’s All-Female Anti-Poaching Unit
Meet the Black Mambas, the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit. Their story, their method, and how to actually meet them on safari.

Family Vacations in South Africa
Planning a family safari in South Africa? Real talk on kid ages, malaria-free lodges, visas, and costs — from a designer who plans them.

Uganda Is Ebola-Free: 2026 Travel Guide + Itinerary
Uganda officially declared the end of its Ebola outbreak in July 2026. What it means for your trip, safe zones, and a full gorilla itinerary.

Chimp Trekking in Africa: Kenya, Tanzania and the Legacy of Jane Goodall
A 14-day safari following Jane Goodall's legacy: chimp trekking in Mahale, the only chimpanzee sanctuary in Kenya at Ol Pejeta, and Mara Triangle

Sky Lagoon vs Blue Lagoon in Iceland: Which One to Choose?
I've been to both and I'll tell you exactly what to expect from each one. Real prices, how to use Blue Lagoon strategically from the airport, and

Perfect Honeymoon: Destinations, Prices and Everything You Need to Know Before Booking
Discover the most romantic honeymoon destinations of 2026 and learn how to choose the perfect travel agency to plan your dream trip — stress-fr

The Prides You Must Experience in 2026
Descubre los Prides más icónicos de 2026 con Ari Garduno. Desde el WorldPride de Ámsterdam hasta el Ubuntu Pride de Ciudad del Cabo, esta guí

From Giving Up on My Dream to Creating My Own Path: How Traveling Alone to India Changed My Life
Discover how Ari Garduno, founder of Experience Designer, transformed corporate burnout into a life mission. From a secret journey to India to th

I’m the dreamer behind this concept, your Experience Designer and your companion on this incredible adventure called exploring the world. For as long as I can remember, my heart has beaten to the rhythm of distant horizons and cultures waiting to be discovered.
I wasn’t born to stand still. I’ve had the privilege of living in 6 different countries, which made me a true citizen of the world. This deep immersion in different cultures is not just my hobby, it’s my way of life. Every city, every language and every tradition I’ve embraced has shaped my perspective and taught me the true meaning of authenticity in travel.

