Today we’d like to introduce you to Michelle Belcher.
Hi Michelle, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My love of travel started with studying abroad in college. That experience set me on a path that has now taken me to over 17 countries. Along the way, I naturally became the go-to trip planner for friends and family and I realized the part I enjoyed most was designing the experience for someone else. I started Archer Escapes alongside my career as a project manager in financial services, and that background shapes how I work: every detail is planned, every timeline is managed, and my clients never have to wonder what happens next. Four years in, I specialize in honeymoons, romance travel, milestone celebrations, and adult group trips, and I still get the same thrill watching a client’s trip come together.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
My first clients were people who already knew and trusted me. The real challenge was earning that same trust from strangers. I had to learn how to market myself, explain what a travel advisor actually does, and show why my expertise is worth more than an afternoon on a booking site. It took time and consistency, but now most of my business comes from referrals and repeat clients.
We’ve been impressed with Archer Escapes, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Archer Escapes is a boutique travel agency based in Great Falls, Virginia. I specialize in honeymoons, romance travel, milestone celebrations, and adult group trips aka the moments that deserve more than a quick search and a booking confirmation. My clients are busy professionals who would rather hand off the planning to someone they trust than spend weeks comparing tabs. Many of them have tried planning on their own and felt the stress of it. I take all of that off their plate, from the first conversation to the moment they’re home.
What sets me apart is the combination of insider access and a project manager’s attention to detail. Through my supplier partnerships, my clients often receive upgrades, amenities, and perks they can’t get booking direct. And because I’ve spent my career managing complex projects, every itinerary runs on a clear plan, and my clients always know what happens next. Brand wise, I’m most proud that Archer Escapes feels curated, grounded, and personal. My tagline, “Explore Together, Effortlessly,” is the promise behind every trip I plan.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.archerescapes.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archerescapes
Image Credits
Hannah Bjorndal
