Our difference
Planning a trip can be fun. But it can be overwhelming too. You might find yourself falling down an internet rabbit hole, wading through an inordinate number of travel websites, all of which leave you none the wiser. Let us pull you back to the land of the living.
As local travel experts living in South America, we do all our research first-hand. Which means our recommendations are personal. We’ve been to the hotels, eaten at the restaurants and have handpicked the guides that will join you on your journey. We want to cast a light on the true value of travel and celebrate the authenticity that makes these people and places what they are: unique.
Destinations
Inspiration
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Wild Ecuador
Explore vibrant Quito, unravel the untamed Amazonia and discover wild Galápagos islands. -
Argentina: Off the Beaten Path Patagonia
Adventure surrounded by magnificent views, pristine lagoons, crystal rivers, untouched forests and sublime glaciers. -
Costa Rica Nature Explorer
Nature, wildlife & off the beaten path romantic luxury escape. -
Costa Rica Beaches & Adventure
Thrilling white water rafting, Caribbean culture, palm lines beaches, and amazing wildlife. -
Costa Rica Beach Hopping
Enjoy magical sunsets, surf world-class waves, and relax in Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches. -
Costa Rica: Off The Beaten Path
Raging rivers, towering volcanoes, lush rainforests, impressive waterfalls, and quiet bays serve as the backdrop on your quest for adventure and animals. -
Caribbean Flare
Discover the sea-turtle paradise of Tortuguero and enjoy the Caribbean culture and unique wildlife and beaches of Puerto Viejo. -
Adventure Costa Rica
Raft up to your 5-star jungle lodge, dip in natural hot springs and relax in world-class beaches. -
Classic Costa Rica
Explore the lush green rainforest, bathe in natural hot springs, and visit Costa Rica's rich biodiversity in Manuel Antonio National Park. -
Barichara Adventure & Barefoot Luxury
Enjoy a sleepy colonial town, waterfall, rappel, and horseback ride with views of the Andean mountain range. -
Colombia: The Full scope
Intricate history, breathtaking views, vibrant streets & flavorful experiences. -
Colombia: City, Mountains & Caribbean Flare
Authentic Latin food, artful Colonial streets, ancient coffee traditions, Caribbean feel. -
Cartagena & Coffee Region
Colonial architecture, remote beaches, world-class coffee, up close cultural encounters. -
Patagonia Lodge to Lodge
Kayak, trek and ice hike amid Patagonia’s majestic peaks. -
Chile: The Full Scope
Geysers, flamingo-filled salt flats, canyons, hot springs, deserts, star-flooded skies and serrated peaks. -
Argentina: The Full Scope
Discover the diversity of Argentina, from Buenos Aires to Mendoza to the wilderness of the south. -
Lake Titicaca Adventure
Discover the sacred and epic Lake Titicaca, the birthplace of the Incas and a bastion of ancient traditions. -
Argentina Culinary & Cultural Trip
Fabulous food, enriching cultural encounters and barefoot luxury adventure. -
The Best of Central Chile
Taste exquisite wines, explore coastal towns, cook with locals. -
Ecuador: Galapagos Island Hopping & Andean Volcanos
Discover Quito, snorkel with white tipped reef sharks, and hike Cotopaxi's Glaciers. -
Classic Peru
Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and remnants of the Incan empire. -
Classic Argentina
Incredible food, majestic glaciers, and fine wines. -
Chile: Off the beaten path food & wine trip
Explore hidden vineyards, stay at a working hacienda, bathe in natural hot springs. -
Adventure Peru
Discover Incan pathways as you enjoy multi-sport activities throughout your stay. -
Adventure Argentina
Horse back ride with gauchos, stay in a remote & rustic cabin, celebrate at a 5 bedroom luxurious lodge.
How we work
JSB Journeys is a collaborative network of the best guides in the business and the finest travel designers, who team up to create one-off, experiential journeys. We’ll work with you to design a better, more enriching travel experience — one that goes beyond list-ticking, surface-level sightseeing.
We put plenty of thought and time into each and every trip we create. They are made-to-measure rather than off-the-rack. Because of this, we do charge a small per-person planning fee. But we promise you, just like a well-tailored suit, it’s worth the extra cost.
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Step 1: Getting to know you
To craft the trip of your dreams, we want to get to know you and what sparks your passion. We only need 30-45 minutes for this stage. There’s no fee or obligation for this.
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Step 2: Crafting your adventure
Next, you’ll receive a draft itinerary, complete with travel dates, hotels and experiences. Together, you and our experts will tailor the itinerary to outline the perfect trip. We’ll make adjustments and suggest activities and hotels as we refine the details.
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Step 3: Presenting your dream trip
If you’re happy with your draft itinerary, we can move forward with a proposal. We work diligently to get every detail right, so it may take up to 4 or 5 days. The proposal will detail your planned experiences and final pricing.
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Step 4: Confirm your journey!
Now it’s time to start counting the days! You will receive your travel dossier full of exciting information one month before your departure.
About JSB Journeys
JSB Journeys is a travel design company that connects discerning travelers with passionate locals to create unique, private, experiential journeys to South America. For more than 15 years, Jean — a US native — has worked in the travel and hospitality industry, and has done stints managing luxury hotels as well as working in the wedding and travel-planning sectors. Her enduring passion for travel and life-long love affair with all things Latin America led her to create this boutique travel company. She now splits her time between Ecuador and the US.
Meet the local experts
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Jean
With over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Jean brings her knowledge and passion for Latin American culture to lead this unique team. She oversees the creation and design of your trip along with her wonderful collaborators.
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Mafe
Driven by a desire to bring joy and fulfillment to others, Mafe combines her expertise as an Operations Specialist with her love for art, food, and travel to make your adventure a dream come true!
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Cyn
With over a decade of experience in the world of tourism, Cyn has turned her passion for travel into her way of life—exploring, savoring, and constantly learning. She adores sharing this incredible journey with others so they can experience the same joy.
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Noe
Noe is passionate about marketing and communication, and loves traveling and learning about new cultures. With more than 10 years of experience in luxury hotel marketing, she is in charge of branding and communication for JSB.
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Lucila
Passionate about finances, with many years of experience, she is in charge of ensuring that everything is on time and in order so that each journey is unique.
Testimonials
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“We are finally settled back in - it was difficult getting back into the swing of things after vacation. :) Overall we were very pleased with the vacation. The guides were overall top notch! The ATM cave was definitely a highlight. The roads were a surprise but we got used to them. It was a great mix between the jungle and the beach! :) The food itself was pretty damn amazing! Really - it was an amazing trip and we are soooooo glad we did it with you. Our mind was blown many, many times!!”
Shannon & Derek from St. Paul, Minnesotta
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“Hi Jean! I just got settled back into my office and you are the first person I decided to write. The trip was amazing. Everything was impeccable, a unique experience. It’s hard to find anything we would have changed or done better. The hotels you chose for us were impeccable and the ground staff were amazing. Juan Carlos was the best guide we’ve ever had! The 3 night Belmond train was absolutely amazing. To you, we dedicate and entirely separate paragraph. The surprise picnic you setup for us on that lake with those views and the amazing food was mind blowing. We were in awe at the amount of detail and heart put into it. Planinng this trip with you was an absolute pleasure and you have left us with a lifetime of memories. THANK YOU!”
Ruben & Ana from Buenos Aires, Argentina
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“Jean and her fabulous team at JSB Journeys planned two of our recent (2022 and 2023) trips - an adult (two couples) trip to Peru/Colombia and our family trip (2 adults and 2 kids aged 11 and 15) to Costa Rica. From the beginning, we were impressed with Jean's acute focus on our interests and priorities. She tailored each trip (one very different from the other) with all of our “wants” and “don’t wants” - all while taking into account our proposed trip budget. From start to finish, these trips captured all of the things that I love about traveling - unique itineraries, culinary delights and local experiences. A shaman ceremony in Peru, a local lunch at a Colombian coffee plantation, surfing in a tiny Costa Rican coastal town - just a few examples of favorite adventures curated by JSB Journeys. All local guides were top-notch and we loved that Jean finds unique hotels, superb restaurants and ultra-local experiences for our trips. Her team also provided What’s App support while we were traveling in country - to assist with questions, itinerary changes and restaurant info. I can't wait to see where JSB takes us next ...”
Stephanie from Washington
Contact us
Our team is based in Argentina.
Send us an email hello@jsbjourneys.com, or call us at (415) 230-0261
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