Meet Melissa
Founder & travel advisor of LUX Travel Adventures, based in the Greater Tampa area, Florida.
Melissa Clark
Hi, I’m Melissa! After years of meticulously planning my own global adventures, and a gentle nudge from my own travel agent and inner circle, I’ve turned my passion into a career. I don’t just book trips: I build relationships. By truly getting to know your travel goals, I craft bespoke itineraries designed to exceed your expectations. Let’s partner up to turn your “someday” dreams into your favorite memories.
Travel style
My approach to travel is one of considered indulgence and cultural immersion. I prioritize meticulously researched itineraries that seamlessly integrate luxurious accommodations and exceptional service with authentic local encounters, historical exploration and a discerning appreciation for fine cuisine.
A few of her itineraries
Published on her Fora Travel profile. Each one opens there.
- Rome, the Amalfi Coast & Tuscany
Ancient Echoes & Coastal Dreams
Twelve days for a multi-generational family, with private, wheelchair-accessible transportation throughout.
See the itinerary - Paris
The “Eiffel View” VIP escape
Three days for a mother and daughter, with an Eiffel Tower view and a room upgrade on arrival.
See the itinerary - Mediterranean cruise
Celebrity Beyond: Italy, Greece & Turkey
An eleven-night cruise itinerary, with plans for every port.
See the itinerary - Orlando, Florida
Epic Universe, the VIP way
Universal’s newest park without the long lines.
See the itinerary
What travellers say about Melissa
Reviews from clients, as posted on our Fora Travel advisor profile.
★★★★★
Melissa was fantastic to work with! Having never worked with a travel agent or gone on a cruise, we didn't really know what to expect, but we were so happy to have her knowledge and expertise guiding our trip. Communication was fantastic, Melissa was very friendly and relatable, she delivered choices within our budget and recommended excellent excursions. Thank you for helping us make our trip special!
★★★★★
Thanks so much for organizing our Asia trip! Things went off without a hitch. The local guides, air & ground transportation, hotels, and food were exceptional. Even the weather cooperated! The whole trip was very memorable. Good job, well done!
★★★★★
I can not tell you how impressed with all the little details you worked so hard on each day to make our trip special. Every one was on time, vehicles were clean inside and out, the drivers were groomed, polite and very informed about the area we would toure that day. The wheel chair was a blessing. It was interesting how they got me on and off the train. Everyone was so helpful. The fellowship with my family was worth so much, no one got sick the weather was beautiful a perfect vacation with your help and we are very grateful, Job well done.
★★★★★
Melissa is absolutely amazing! All the things she suggested that we do were perfect for our trip. Will book with her again!
★★★★★
Melissa is amazing and really takes the trips she plans for us to heart. This was a bucket list trip that was way over due for us and every detail was thought of and executed by Melissa. This was the perfect bucket list trip. She took us through everyday of our trip and every port to make sure everything was taken care from rental cars to excursion to self-guided tours at the ports and even had suggestions on places to see or eat at while we were out on our self-guided excursions. She even had the Fora app that we could just pull up to see what was next without having any cellphone signal. Melissa is a game changer when it comes to planning any vacation and will definitely use her again.
★★★★★
Working with Melissa was such an incredible experience! From the moment I started planning my trip to Italy and France, she made everything feel effortless. Traveling abroad can be overwhelming with all the moving parts — flights, transfers, hotels, trains, and excursions — but Melissa handled every detail seamlessly. She was so organized, communicative, and attentive, which made the entire process completely stress-free.
All of my airport transfers were booked ahead of time, which made getting from place to place so easy and worry-free. I never had to think twice about logistics — everything just flowed perfectly. The tours Melissa arranged were truly unforgettable — from golf cart tours through Rome and Paris to skip-the-line museum experiences like the Louvre, and even incredible food tours in Naples and Montmartre. Every experience felt thoughtfully curated and perfectly suited to what I was hoping for.
Throughout the planning stage, she really listened to what I wanted out of the trip — a balance of sightseeing, relaxation, and great food — and curated an itinerary that captured it all. Every recommendation she made was spot on, from charming boutique hotels to can’t-miss local gems in each city.
One of my absolute favorite parts of the trip was my stay at Le Dokhans in Paris. The hotel was elegant, cozy, and full of Parisian charm — and Melissa even managed to get my room upgraded to a junior suite, which made my stay even more exquisite. The location was perfect, tucked in the 16th arrondissement just a short walk from the Trocadéro. The history of the hotel was fascinating — it’s home to the very first champagne bar in Paris and even features a retro Louis Vuitton elevator that adds such a unique, vintage touch. It truly felt like a hidden gem that I never would have discovered without Melissa’s expertise and attention to detail.
Even while I was traveling, Melissa checked in to make sure everything was going smoothly, and any time I had a question or concern, she was quick to respond and help resolve it. It gave me such peace of mind knowing I had someone so reliable and thoughtful behind the scenes if anything came up.
I can’t recommend Melissa enough — she made what could have been a stressful international trip feel like the easiest, most enjoyable experience. I’ll absolutely be reaching out to her again for future travel planning!
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★★★★★
I loved working with Lisa. I had many last minute changes and she was able to accommodate. I also lost my itinerary email during my trip and reached out to Lisa, who texted my info immediately! She is very responsive and customer focused . She also followed up with me to see how my trip was going. I never had to worry. I will only use Lisa to plan all my travel! She is very responsive and knowledgeable.
★★★★★
Melissa made booking my trip to Tampa so easy and stress free. She found the best flight options that worked perfectly with my schedule and handled everything so efficiently. I felt totally taken care of from start to finish—highly recommend her for any travel planning!
★★★★★
Melissa is incredibly knowledgeable and made a great recommendation for dinner.
★★★★★
Everything was a smooth transaction and Melissa took care of everything. She even followed up with us to make the accommodations were up to par. Would definitely do business with her again. Thank you Melissa!!!
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