I'm Lona, a Mainer by way of South Sudan and Uganda and my journey to luxury travel is a bit different.

I didn’t catch the travel bug when I boarded my first international flight from Nairobi to Atlanta at age 5, or when I planned my first "real trip" to San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 2017. And definitely not when I got my passport in 2022. From conception, travel has been a part of me. While in my mothers womb, we fled war-torn South Sudan on foot for stability in neighboring Kenya. As an adult reconnecting with my cultural heritage, I found my purpose in helping others create their own travel stories.

As we know, travel is a deeply personal experience. This is why I go out of my way to help you foster meaningful relationships with the land, culture, and people in any given destination.

I lean on my knowledge in sustainable tourism, my network of suppliers and hotel partners, and  project management prowess to make traveling less of a challenge and more of an effortless lifestyle.

At "with vanguard", our offer is simple; to reignite the consideration, authenticity, inspiration, and motivation you need  when out of the office.

Whether you need discreet, round the clock logistical support or moments of respite, our focus will always be on creative execution and curation. After all, slowing down and living in the moment is the purest form of luxury.

Lona Cosmas, founder, certified incentive specialist, accredited travel advisor 

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Dadaab Refugee Camp