Steven Callas
Steven Callas
Global leisure, expedition, and family specialist
I have always been passionate about travel. As a kid I would be in the car with an oversized map navigating my parents across destinations unknown. Over the years I have been to all corners of the earth and now I want to bring my experiences and expertise to you. I have made it my mission to create bespoke adventures, family vacations, premium and luxury experiences, and expedition cruises. Prior to this I worked in Hollywood, where I would create dynamic travel itineraries with countless moving pieces that would function seamlessly within the rigorous demands of a film production. I have traveled to over 50+ countries and I have previously lived in Los Angeles, London, and Athens. My specialties include vacations and adventures in Greece, Antarctica, Patagonia, Japan, Easter Island, Tahiti, Italy, Bali, New Zealand, Jordan, Kenya, Machu Picchu, and all of Europe. With my extensive experience and expertise, I am able to create custom itineraries for any destination in the world.
My Travel Specialties
My Areas of Expertise
English
My Travel Stories
Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, Peru
My journey on the Salkantay Trek started with a two and a half-hour drive from Cusco, Peru to Mollepata, a small town situated at the base of the trail. Our guide suggested we buy any last-minute supplies such as trail snacks, water, nuts, granola bars, and fruits. I packed everything I ... Read more from my Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, Peru story.
Cusco and Rainbow Mountain, Peru
Despite being after the end of high season, Cusco was still bustling with people. November marks the start of Peru’s wet season, which means fewer people on the treks to Machu Picchu, but it’s not so wet that it makes for an unpleasant experience. I was prepared with waterproof hiking boots, ... Read more from my Cusco and Rainbow Mountain, Peru story.
A perfect Mallorca experience
10/10 recommend- WORTH IT!
Dream Trip
Trip of a lifetime!
It was such a pleasure to help craft this trip for you! Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to planning another trip for you in the future!
Steven is your man for Japan!!
Thank you for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure planning this trip for you and your family. I am elated that you had a wonderful time!
Fantastic Trip
Steven went above and beyond in creating a customized itinerary that perfectly suited our interests. They took care of every detail, airport transfers, booking tours to arranging accommodations.
What set Gilded Travels apart was their invaluable suggestions for places to visit and activities do. Their local knowledge and recommendations added a special touch to our trip, allowing us to explore hidden gems and savor authentic experiences we might have otherwise missed.
Thanks to Gilded Travels and Steven, our vacation was a remarkable adventure. I can't recommend them highly enough for their exceptional service and dedication to ensuring a truly magical travel experience. We will certainly be returning to Gilded Travels for our next trip.