Why Valesa Cultural?
We are dedicated to creating unique and fulfilling trips for each client including the best products and services that we personally inspect. Whether individuals or groups, we work collaboratively throughout our tailoring process to personalize each experience down to the last detail. Excellence in our service is our priority and so we proudly offer:
Meet the owner…
Marcy Forman, General Manager and Co-Owner, is an accomplished travel professional with 40 years experience. Marcy holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Hotel Administration from Cornell University and Spanish Culture Studies from Southern Methodist University in Madrid.
MARCY FORMAN
General Manager / Co-Owner
Where we operate
At Valesa, we not only understand clients individualized needs, but we are experts on the destinations we service as well. As passionate, bicultural professionals, we provide cultural experiences in:
Once we know all about you and what you’re seeking, we’ll craft the trip that best suits your interests, preferences, and tastes.
Where To Go
Regional Highlights
Trips Gallery
Special Interest Trips
Canned Fish: A True Delicacy in Spain & Portugal
Throughout Spain and Portugal, it’s common to see canned foods on bar menus and in shops. Although many Americans may associate canned foods with poor quality or flavorless ingredients (read spam from WWII), in Spain and Portugal this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Canned foods are considered gourmet products, found mostly in specialty shops…
Medieval Towns of Northern Portugal
If you’re interested in visiting Portugal, surely Porto and the Douro Valley wine region are on your list. Aside from these must-see destinations, northern Portugal is home to some of the country’s most charming towns, rich with history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Towns like Guimaraes (pronounced ghee-ma-raish), Braga and Ponte de Lima offer a welcome…
Staff Spotlight – Jennifer Rey
This month’s staff spotlight is one of our wonderful luxury travel managers at Valesa. Meet Jennifer, one of the Americans on our team and with us for about 2 years. She has mastered the art of curating itineraries for our individual clients, and now she will be branching out to manage groups as well! Jennifer’s…