spain · portugal · morocco

Your B2B destination management partner delivering tailor-made cultural journeys

Since 1968, we have crafted exceptional private travel experiences for the most sophisticated clients.

Why Valesa?

Valesa Cultural is an American-owned Destination Management Company with nearly 60 years of expertise designing high-end travel for discerning clients.

Partnering closely with leading US institutions and travel advisors, our team develops highly personalized journeys thanks to our deep understanding of American expectations.

Our trusted network and rigorous personal inspections ensure access to the finest hotels, guides, and services.

About us

55+ years of expertise in cultural & educational travel
Bi-cultural team that caters to U.S. luxury travel advisors
All guides, hotels, and experiences are personally inspected
Reliable network of top local experts

Meet the Owner

spain · portugal · morocco

Regional Highlights

Southern Spain

Morocco

Southern Portugal

Northern Spain

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inspiration

From historians and curators to chefs, winemakers, and artists, our specialists turn each itinerary into a rich, immersive experience.

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what our clients think

Testimonials

“Thank you for everything for the Masseys’ trip! They said it was exceptional in every way and they loved the hotels, guides, and drivers. They are well-traveled and always have big expectations, so this is high praise!”

Melanie Lake
Sherry Lane Travel

“Mr. Getz called me yesterday and was so excited about the trip they took. He raved about you and every guide!!! Thanks so much for how wonderfully your company performs!!! Looking forward to working with you often.”

John Edwards
Regency Travel

“Thank you so much for your amazing service, both in putting together this itinerary and in helping my clients experience the best of what Spain has to offer. They were DELIGHTED with their trip!”

Allison Amini
Novel World Travel 

“THANK YOU ALL for doing all the extra special touches for my clients—all the extra care and help and attention is why I use you exclusively for Spain & Portugal and tell others to do so as well!!”

Leah Bergner 
Coastline Travel

“My clients had the time of their lives! You made me look like a superstar, and I’m so grateful.”

Stacie Nordvold
Exceptional Expeditions

“I just wanted to take a minute to thank you so much for the excellent job you did for my client and her family while they were in Spain last month. They had an absolutely fabulous time, and I want to thank you from the bottom of my own heart, for not only making a perfect family holiday for them, but for being a great partner to me as well. I will definitely be reaching out again when my next Spain inquiry comes through.”

Anna Morrison
Travel Edge

Insights From Our Travel Blog

3 Local Markets to Discover in Lisbon

Oct 1, 2026

Lisbon’s markets offer a delicious introduction to the city beyond its famous viewpoints, monuments, and pastelarias. Some have evolved into lively culinary destinations, while others remain firmly rooted in the rhythms of everyday neighborhood life. For travelers who…

Barcelona to Unveil Modernist Treasures

Sep 22, 2026

Barcelona is synonymous with Gaudí, but beyond the Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló and Park Güell, the city has a wealth of Modernist treasures waiting to be discovered. Several remarkable buildings that have long remained inaccessible are now preparing to open their…

Valesa’s Solar Eclipse Journey

Sep 9, 2026

Some journeys take years to plan. For Valesa, the August 2026 total solar eclipse was one of them. Long before the eclipse crossed northern Spain, CEO Marcy Forman was already thinking about how to bring this extraordinary event to life for alumni groups from MIT,…