About Compass Rose Travel

Personalized travel planning guided by experience and care.

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Your Dedicated Luxury Travel Advisors

At Compass Rose Travel, a premier luxury travel agency based in Sarasota, Florida, every journey is thoughtfully designed to inspire discovery, connection, and lasting memories. Our dedicated team understands the expectations of discerning travelers and is committed to delivering seamless, unforgettable experiences.

We do more than make reservations—we bring your travel vision to life, crafting bespoke itineraries that reflect your unique interests, style, and sense of adventure.

What Sets Us Apart

Unlike typical call-center agencies, Compass Rose Travel prioritizes quality over quantity. By maintaining a selective client roster, we provide personalized attention, flexibility, and responsiveness, including for urgent requests or last-minute trips.

Our clients benefit from an expert advisor who is accessible, knowledgeable, and committed to creating extraordinary experiences tailored just for them.

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Our Approach to Travel Planning

We believe travel should be personal, effortless, and transformative. Compass Rose Travel works closely with each client—whether in person, over the phone, or virtually—to understand preferences, passions, and travel goals. Our goal is to build lasting relationships that go beyond transactions, ensuring peace of mind and joy from the first consultation to the final return home.

We Specialize in a Variety of Experiences, Including:

  • Custom independent journeys

  • Luxury tours and small-group adventures

  • Curated cruises and escorted travel

  • Culinary, wine, and sustainable travel experiences

Meet Our Team

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Taryn Daley – Founder & Luxury Travel Advisor

With over a decade of expertise in luxury travel, Taryn Daley curates personalized journeys that reflect her clients’ passions and dreams. Born in Durban, South Africa, and raised in Northern California, Taryn has traveled to more than 40 countries and holds a degree in Photography and Digital Imaging from the Ringling School of Art and Design. Her personal travels inspire her meticulous planning, from African safaris and Cape Winelands wine tours to Mediterranean adventures and tropical escapes.

As a Virtuoso Travel Advisor through McCabe World Travel and Jen Mitchell Travel, Taryn provides clients exclusive access, amenities, and insider experiences unavailable online. Every itinerary is managed with care before, during, and after travel—ensuring clients can relax and enjoy their journey with confidence.

Ashley Carter – Luxury Travel Advisor

Ashley’s passion for travel began with family vacations, study-abroad programs, and private yacht adventures along the East Coast and the Bahamas. With three years as a professional travel advisor, she brings energy, creativity, and firsthand global experience to every itinerary. Ashley specializes in immersive, personalized experiences that capture the wonder of each destination and inspire clients to explore the world fully.

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Lisa Choate – Luxury Travel Advisor

Lisa combines 20 years of corporate expertise with a lifelong love of travel. From her New England roots to her adventures along the East Coast, Caribbean, and Florida, Lisa brings organizational excellence and a passion for exploration to her role. She excels in creating unique, tailored itineraries that reflect each client’s sense of adventure while maintaining luxury and ease.

Bre Herrell – Travel Associate

With a degree in Hospitality, Resort and Tourism Management and a concentration in Sustainable Resort Development, Bre brings a thoughtful perspective to the travel industry with a focus on preserving the places we love. Her passion for travel started during an Australian study abroad experience, where she fell in love with exploring new places and cultures. She naturally enjoys planning detailed, personalized itineraries for friends, family, and clients alike, making each trip feel smooth and intentional. Bre is especially interested in sustainable tourism and loves finding experiences that support local communities and the environment. She is excited to help others plan meaningful trips they will remember long after they return home.  
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Partner With Us

Our team ensures every itinerary reflects the traveler’s unique style and preferences while removing stress and complexity from the planning process.

Key Advantages Include:

  • Highly personalized, relationship-focused planning

  • Expertise in Europe, African safaris, and tropical destinations

  • Virtuoso membership providing exclusive perks and access

  • Trusted luxury travel partnerships worldwide

  • Ongoing support before, during, and after travel