It’s about exceeding expectations and crafting experiences beyond your imagination

about us

With Descartes, every journey becomes a story — unforgettable and meant to be shared

Global
Companions

We take pride in our growing circle of expert collaborators around the world —art historians, writers, film curators, chefs, winemakers, château owners, and custodians of private collections.

A Signature Approach
to Crafting Journeys

Bespoke advice, secret paths, and moments in perfect light — every Descartes journey is a fairy tale, with you at its heart.

Imagine a journey where every detail is
thoughtfully designed
just for you

Flawless
Service

A principle we’ve been proud of since the day our company was founded: wherever you go, you can count on the attentive support of Descartes. We love our clients and always speak their language.

We turn dreams into destinations, and moments into memories that live far beyond the journey.

our team

Marina Tuson —
founder of Descartes Travel

Entrepreneur, producer, muse.

The creative visionary and inspirer of all Descartes travel ideas, Marina Tuson has a sophisticated and diverse experience in organising events, gastronomic tours and retreats throughout Europe, UK, Ireland and Asia. 
Charisma, charm and professionalism help Marina to build special friendships with partners around the world.
This allows Descartes to offer clients completely unique experiences and services of the highest level worldwide.
Within her small-group private tours Marina offers clients new aesthetic, gastronomic and spiritual experiences and introduces them to inspiring people all over the world.

Olga Puchov

Business assistant
olga@descartes.group

She is in love with mountains, travelling and gastronomy. Olga has climbed Mount Elbrus and knows everything and a little bit more about hiking. Has moved to Italy two years ago in search of the cultural code of Dolce Vita.

Ideal summer vacation:
In the Alps

Ideal winter vacation:
The Canary Islands

Anastasia Trofimova

Development Director, Travel Designer
anastasia@descartes.group

Lives in Amsterdam. Has extensive experience organizing events for corporate and private clients, official and business delegations, business forums, and conferences. Loves ballet and piano

Ideal winter vacation:
A chalet in the French Alps

Perfect summer holidays:
The wild beaches of Ibiza

Anna Ryasik

Event & travel designer
anna@descartes.group

International event producer with 10 years of experience organizing social and business events at the world’s top film festivals — Cannes, Berlin, Venice, and Toronto. For the past three years, she has lived and worked between tropical Sri Lanka, London, and Berlin. Loves dogs, the ocean, and yoga.


Ideal summer vacation:
Greek Islands

Ideal winter vacation:
travelling in Asia or South America

DESCARTES Partners

Explore. Create. Celebrate

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