Travel and food were always going to be an intrinsic part of Lola’s life. Growing up between Paris and London, she was equally happy tucking into North African couscous at her paternal grandparents’ table, sole meunière in a bustling French brasserie, or Wiener schnitzel prepared by her German grandmother (a guilty pleasure she took to extremes while living as a student in Vienna!).
Her fascination with Asia began at an early age, through hearing of her grandfather’s adventures in India, Myanmar and Singapore. After graduating from University, she set off a 6-month trip from Hong Kong to Bangkok, exploring the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia along the way.
Always on the hunt for the best bowl of laksa or the freshest bánh mì, nothing can stop Lola once she’s set her mind to it. Her insider foodie tips span right the way from street-side stalls to Michelin-starred restaurants that are well worth the splurge.
After (meticulously!) planning a fabulous family holiday to Sri Lanka, she landed her first role in travel as a Sri Lanka specialist. The island stole her heart, and sharing it with others came naturally. One of her best travel stories? Hopping into a fisherman’s bumpy boat bound for Delft Island, chasing a local family’s promise to reveal their secret to the perfect crab curry.
Soon after, Lola added India to her destination portfolio. In her eyes, no country represents balanced chaos as beautifully as India – shifting in moments from jam-packed, raucous temple celebrations to total peace and quiet on a riverboat. Ask her about her first tiger sighting or her most surreal memory: eating dinner at a roadside stall in Agra while Boney M’s Daddy Cool blasted from a dozen speakers. On. Loop. She’s since holidayed in serious style, including the ultimate honeymoon sailing around Raja Ampat in Indonesia.
Today, Lola curates luxurious, imaginative holidays across Sri Lanka, India, the Maldives, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Her expertise has been recognised by Condé Nast Traveller, listing her as a Top Travel Specialist 2025.
“Travel is about the gorgeous feeling of teetering in the unknown.” – Anthony Bourdain
Lola’s Destinations
Kandy and around, Sri Lanka
Thotalagala
A revived tea planters bungalow with personalised service and cinematic sweeping views over the surrounding plantations.
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Couples
Friends
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Indonesia, Komodo National Park
Samara Liveaboard Cruises
Modern phinisi yachts. Cruise around Komodo National Park and more. A proper escape from your everyday.
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Once-in-a-lifetime adventure,
Superb snorkelling & diving
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Couples
Families
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Mumbai, India
Abode Bombay
Tucked away in Mumbai’s vibrant Colaba district, Abode is a boutique hotel with flair. Blending vintage elegance with contemporary style, it captures the energy and creative pulse of the city. Expect retro Indian design, local artwork, and an atmosphere that feels both curated and casual.
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Great location,
Casual but curated atmosphere
Best for
Couples,
Solo
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Jodhpur, India
RAAS Jodhpur
Set at the base of the Mehrangarh Fort within Jodhpur’s old walled city, Raas is a masterful blend of 18th-century Rajput architecture and contemporary design. With views of the fort at every turn and sandstone buildings that glow pink at sunset, this heritage hotel offers a luxurious stay in the heart of the action.
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Fabulous fort views,
Old city location
Best for
Couples,
Solos
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Feedback from Lola’s Travellers
Epic Trip in Thailand
The most amazing honeymoon
India, exceeded all expectations
