Ashley Courington
Travel Advisor, Dog Mom, and Adventure Lover in Greater Portland, Maine
Ashley Courington
Travel Advisor, Dog Mom, and Adventure Lover in Greater Portland, Maine
My love for travel started early, thanks to my family, especially my grandparents, who had an amazing spirit of adventure. They would road trip from Maine to Connecticut just to eat one of their favorite sandwiches or hop in the car to see if they could find a road they had never explored before. That sense of curiosity stuck with me, and it is a big part of how I approach travel today.
I’m a travel advisor, road trip enthusiast, and firm believer that travel should feel exciting, meaningful, and personal. With a degree in Travel & Tourism Management and a concentration in Event Management from Johnson & Wales University, I combine destination knowledge, itinerary design, and logistical planning to help clients experience the world without feeling overwhelmed by the details.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to create custom vacations, from relaxing beach getaways and national park road trips to European adventures, river cruises, honeymoons, and bucket-list escapes. I love helping clients discover places, experiences, and accommodations that feel like the right fit for them.
I also have a strong focus on group travel, including destination weddings, corporate retreats, school groups, milestone celebrations, and social gatherings. Group travel requires more than just booking rooms and flights. It takes organization, communication, and a clear understanding of how all the moving pieces fit together. My event background allows me to help manage those details so the experience feels seamless for both the hosts and their guests.
When I’m not planning travel, I’m usually exploring beautiful Maine with my longtime partner, Joe, and our dogs. I love scenic hikes, charming small towns, cozy weekend escapes, time at camp in Northern Maine, boating on the lake, and finding those little hidden-gem experiences that make a place memorable.
My own travel style is a mix of comfort, curiosity, and adventure. I love beautiful hotels and a great meal, but I’m just as excited by local history, architecture, hiking, zip-lining, white-water rafting, ATVing, and experiences that make a trip feel alive.
At the heart of it all, I believe travel should bring people together. Whether you’re planning a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, a destination wedding, a corporate retreat, or a group getaway, I’m here to help make the process easier, more organized, and more memorable.