A-List Ellen LeCompte T+L TOP TRAVEL ADVISOR | IRELAND AND THE U.K. SPECIALIST By Travel + Leisure Editors Travel + Leisure Editors Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 9, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of the agent This British Isles expert, who has been planning across-the-pond trips for nearly 30 years, curates itineraries that combine urban high style with rural delights. She can leverage her connections to set up private atelier visits and chef-led market tours in London — then whisk you into the countryside for a garden-focused jaunt around Sussex or a lesson in sheepdog herding in the Cotswolds. Recent experiences LeCompte has planned for clients include a contemporary architecture tour of London, guided by the chairman of the New London Architecture forum, and a visit to the workshops of Princess Diana's favorite designers. Top it off with a stay at one of England's most luxurious new properties, like London's Belmond Cadogan or Heckfield Place, in Hampshire. Another area of interest is visits to stately and historic homes. "The pandemic had a lot of people watching films and TV during lockdown and British programs were particularly popular. Downton Abby, The Crown, Call the Midwife, Poldark, Jane Austen, documentaries on Winston Churchill and World War II are just a few that have inspired clients to travel to the UK," LeCompte says. "They want to see the locations and learn more about historic figures and sites. The pandemic also saw people get into gardening in a big way, so visits not just to the iconic gardens, but opportunities to meet horticultural experts are being requested." ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES: Europe and Africa Languages Spoken: English Minimum Daily Spend: From $1000 per day Trip Planning Fees: Included Contact Info ellen@lecomptetravel.com | 804-510-0608 | Richmond, Va. www.travel-xperts.com Testimonial "Ellen LeCompte is a pro's pro when it comes to world class travel experiences! She is an extraordinary expert within the travel domain as an arranger and advisor, and the life line you can count on when needed the most!"- Sherman M. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit