A real travel advisor who’s actually been there.
A Mediterranean cruise, a long weekend somewhere warm, or just flights sorted without the hassle — we plan it around you, then handle the details.
Start Planning →No planning fees, no pressure to book.
Farholm is a travel agency for people who’d rather look forward to a trip than stress over planning it. We build trips around your budget, your interests, and your travel style — a luxury cruise or a straightforward beach week. No pretension, no pressure. Just thoughtful planning and real expertise. We’re based in the Pittsburgh area and work with travelers across the US — every state except Florida, Hawaii, and Washington, where we’re not yet licensed to sell travel.
How it works
Four steps. We do the heavy lifting.
Tell us what you’re thinking
No need for a fully formed plan. “We want to go somewhere warm in February” is a perfectly good start. Reach out by phone, email, or the form on our contact page — no commitment and no cost.
We do the research
We come back with options that fit your budget and preferences — not a generic list, but a curated set of recommendations with honest pros and cons. You decide what feels right.
We handle the details
Once you’re happy with the plan, we handle the bookings and logistics: seat assignments, room categories, travel insurance, excursions — all of it.
We’re here if anything changes
Flight delayed? Hotel issue? Plans changed? You have a real person to call — not a hold queue. We’re your point of contact before, during, and after your trip.
What we do
Cruises, stays, and flights — handled.
Cruises
Ocean voyages, river cruises, and expedition sailings. We’ll find the right one for you and handle every detail.
See how cruises work →Hotels & Resorts
Sandals, Beaches, Disney, Universal, and beyond. We’ll match you with the right property at the right price.
See how we help with stays →Flights
Smarter routing, complex multi-city trips, and loyalty-program advice that actually works for how you travel.
See how flights work →We plan from places we’ve actually been.
Jake has sailed the Norwegian fjords, walked Mediterranean harbor towns, and crossed to Antarctica aboard Silver Endeavour on a fly-cruise over the Drake Passage. That’s why the advice gets specific — which side of the ship to book for the Geiranger sail-in, when a sea-view cabin is worth it and when it isn’t.
IATAN-accredited and a CLIA member — the same credentials the big agencies hold, behind one person who answers the phone.
Recently planned
Real trips, recently on Jake’s desk.
Yours doesn’t need to look like any of these — that’s the point.
What clients say
In their words
“We had the best trip to San Diego. Jake was incredible to work with in coordinating our flights, hotels and suggestions on places to visit. Our hotel was amazing and in a great location! So thankful for Jake and his agency for helping us have a trip that we will never forget!”
Travel advice
The things worth knowing before you book.
Plain-English answers to the entry rules, IDs, and cruise questions that trip travelers up.
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The Schengen 90/180 rule, minus the headache
You can spend 90 days in most of Europe within any 180 — but the way that’s counted trips people up. Here’s the rule in plain English.
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Global Entry vs TSA PreCheck: which do you need?
They sound similar, but one is just for domestic security lines and the other gets you through customs too. Here’s the simple rule for which to get.
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ETIAS is coming to Europe — but not in 2026
Europe’s version of the U.S. ESTA has been pushed back again — reporting now points to 2027, not late 2026. It’s still not required, and there’s still nothing to buy. Here’s the state of play.
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Europe’s new biometric border (EES) — what to expect
The EU replaced passport stamps with a biometric border. There’s nothing to apply for — but your first crossing takes a little longer. Here’s how it works.
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Curious? That’s enough to start.
You don’t need a destination, a date, or a budget in mind. Just tell us what you’re thinking, and we’ll go from there.