We are thrilled to unveil exciting news for the future of Artistic Gourmet Adventures!

Introducing Sophia Quintana!

Many of you may have already met Sophia during our Passions of Portugal Adventures, where her warmth, expertise, and attention to detail made a lasting impression. Sophia brings not only deep industry knowledge but also a true passion for creating unforgettable, personalized travel experiences.

After years of curating unforgettable culinary and cultural journeys across Europe, AGA is stepping into a vibrant new chapter — and we’re bringing someone truly special on board.
Please join us in welcoming Sophia Quintana, who will now be taking the helm of Artistic Gourmet Adventures. With over 22 years of experience in hospitality and tourism, Sophia brings a deep understanding of personalized service, global insight, and a passion for immersive travel. Her leadership marks the beginning of a bold evolution — with new destinations, enhanced guest experiences, and that same heartfelt attention to detail you’ve always loved.
To ensure a seamless and thoughtful transition, Kim and Walter will be closely consulting with Sophia throughout her first season. Their continued involvement guarantees that the AGA spirit — built on warm hospitality, insider access, and unforgettable gourmet moments — remains as strong as ever.
We invite you to explore what's coming next and travel with us as we continue to craft Adventures that are as unique as you are.

Stay tuned, stay curious, and stay hungry for Adventure.
**Note** Our beloved Adventures — The Kings, Châteaux, Gourmet Food and Wine of the Loire Valley, The Dalmatian Islands of Croatia, and Ancient Ireland — will continue to be personally hosted by Kim and Walter, just as they have been in years past.
But we’re also thrilled to announce a brand-new Adventure coming in 2026! Passage to Porto and Northern Portugal ...where we were born as a nation.
This new journey will be hosted by Sophia Quintana, with Walter returning as your gourmet Chef and Kim as co-hostess, ensuring the same warmth, flavor, and signature AGA experience you know and love — with a fresh twist.
More details coming soon… stay tuned and get ready to travel with us in style!

About Sophia:

With over two decades of international hospitality and luxury service experience, Sophia brings a unique blend of high-level concierge expertise, administrative precision, and a deep understanding of elite client expectations. Her career spans roles across ultra-luxury cruise ships, superyachts, five-star hotels, and real estate, culminating in a well-rounded and deeply service-oriented professional background.

She has held key guest-facing and administrative positions aboard renowned cruise lines such as Regent Seven Seas (MS Voyager, MS Mariner), Oceania Cruises (MS Riviera), and Princess Cruises (Sapphire, Emerald, and Caribbean Princess), as well as elite vessels like SeaDream II and The World, where she served as both Concierge and Real Estate Broker. She was also involved in shipyard administration and office setup for Project Crystal (MY Katara) with Lürssen in Germany.

Her yachting experience includes Chief Stewardess and interior leadership roles aboard multiple private and charter yachts ranging from 29 to 124 meters, including MY Diane, Veni Vidi Vici, Namasté, Georgia Rose, and Tacanuya. These roles demanded exceptional discretion, detail orientation, and adaptability in high-pressure, high-standard environments.

On land, she has worked with prestigious hospitality establishments such as The Ritz-Carlton Penha Longa and Lawrence’s Hotel in Sintra, Portugal. Her experience also extends into the wellness and travel sectors through work with Pharma Nord and boutique travel agencies. Sophia is perfect to lead Artistic Gourmet Adventures into the future! These are some of the countries she has experience in!

  • Russia (both sides, West and East)
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • China
  • Taiwan
  • Hainan
  • Philippines
  • Indonesia
  • Brunei
  • Vietnam
  • Laos
  • Cambodia
  • Thailand
  • Singapore
  • Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands
  • Australia East and Perth
  • Tasmania
  • New Zealand
  • India
  • Qatar
  • Jordan
  • Lebanon
  • Tunisia
  • Morocco
  • Portugal
  • Spain
  • France
  • United Kingdom/England
  • Italy
  • Croatia
  • Slovenia
  • Montenegro
  • Greece
  • Bulgaria
  • Romania
  • Ukraine
  • Turkey
  • Cyprus
  • Belgium
  • The Netherlands
  • Germany
  • Denmark
  • Norway
  • Sweden
  • Finland
  • Estonia
  • Latvia
  • Lithuania
  • Puerto Rico
  • Jamaica
  • Turk and Caicos islands
  • Cayman Islands
  • The Bahamas
  • Aruba
  • Curaçao
  • Anguilla
  • Antígua and Barbuda
  • Guadalupe
  • Martinique
  • Dominica
  • St. Lucia
  • St. Vicent and the Grenadines
  • Barbados
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • British Virgin Islands
  • St. Marteen
  • Bermuda
  • West side of Mexico
  • Vancouver Canada
  • Alaska

  • And on a tour to see the Silverback Gorillas, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.