meet Emily + Lexie

ELx Travel was founded on a sunny summer day in Maine, over a few laughs and a "we should start our own travel agency" comment...

Flash forward to January 2023, and the idea had quickly snowballed into a determined reality from two friends who had spent a decade in the industry.

Since then, Emily + Lexie have crafted bespoke itineraries ranging from multi-week European honeymoons, to overwater bungalows in Tahiti, to hikes around Machu Picchu, and more.

No matter the travel dream, Emily + Lexie will craft it for you.

Emily Rissala

Co-Founder, Co-Owner

Emily graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management and Event Planning. She is a Certified Travel Associate with the Travel Institute and is certified in Special Needs Travel.

Emily brings 10+ years of industry experience to the team with a background in Leisure and Romance Travel and extensive knowledge of the Caribbean, Iceland, and Scotland. She is also a certified Japan Travel Specialist. In 2024 she travelled to 10 European countries, including an epic 2-week Euro honeymoon followed by a Norwegian adventure!

Lexie Carter

Co-Founder, Co-Owner

Lexie graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Bates College, and her MBA from Hult International Business School. She is a Certified Travel Associate, Luxury Travel Specialist, and Honeymoon Specialist with the Travel Institute.

Lexie's first trip abroad was to Nepal, and she brings 8+ years of experience to the team with an extensive background in Customer Experience and Product Development. She specializes in travel to Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Her most recent trips were to the Bahamas and Ecuador. Next on her list is a Euro train trip!

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