Hi, I’m Igna
I started by sharing my life in Europe as it really is: hidden cafés, local markets, and neighbourhoods that capture your heart without warning. No filters, no pretence. Just real London. What began as a passion for documenting my experiences gradually grew into a community of thousands of people who trust my perspective to discover, plan, and experience Europe.
I am a biomedical engineer and spent four years working in the healthcare sector in Mexico. It was a valuable experience that taught me a lot, but I always felt that travelling, exploring new cities, and helping others discover them was something I was equally passionate about.
Today, I run Astraea full-time with a small team. We create digital guides, design tailor-made itineraries, and offer travel consultancy so that every hour of your trip counts. And when I’m not behind the screen, you’ll find me on the streets of London leading personalised tours, showing you the city exactly as I experience it, away from tourist traps and close to what truly matters.
You’ll also find me on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, where I share honest tips, real itineraries, and everyday moments of life in Europe to make planning your next trip simple and exciting.
At Astraea, we believe the difference when travelling lies in having the right guidance. We bring the local insight, trusted connections, and carefully curated experiences, you simply arrive ready to enjoy.
Between booking accommodations and managing dozens of open tabs, planning can feel overwhelming. London is steeped in history and iconic landmarks, but its true character lies in those unique experiences that often go unnoticed without local expertise.
You want the icons: Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge. But you also crave the London that lies off the beaten path, the unique moments and local secrets that make a trip truly unforgettable.
That’s where Astraea comes in.
London is a huge city, with an incredible amount of things to see and do.
A city as vast and multi-layered as London moves at its own speed. With sights spread across different districts and a transportation network that takes time to master, the pressure of a ticking clock and jet lag can turn your dream trip into a logistics headache.
Do you want to spend your afternoon in Notting Hill or Greenwich?
Is this location best experienced at night?
Is it better to walk along the Thames or explore Soho?
What should you know to make the most of each experience?
You don’t always have the time or local knowledge to confidently decide, or you might simply want to enjoy your vacation without complicating every detail.
Standard tours often mean following a set route on a strict clock. In large group tours, you’re constantly adjusting to strangers, where even a simple detour or a bathroom break is dictated by someone else’s schedule rather than your own.
While convenient, these experiences often feel rushed, impersonal, and disconnected from the real city. You see the highlights, but you don’t always experience them.
At Astraea, we believe travel should feel effortless, personal, and memorable.
We provide tailor-made experiences, crafted with you at the center.
Our tours are built to match your pace, interests, and travel style, whether that means focusing on iconic landmarks, discovering hidden gems, or blending culture, food, and local life.
With our main operations centered in London, we extend our personalized expertise throughout Europe. From the highlands of Scotland to the charm of France, Italy, and Switzerland, we design your journey around your unique preferences.
From planning to execution, we take care of the details so you can simply enjoy the experience.
Flexible schedules adapted to your preferences
Our goal is simple: to help you experience cities in a way that feels natural, relaxed, and genuinely enjoyable.
We believe in showing the famous landmarks, and the real city as you love it. We want you to discover it the way locals live here.
Every tour is shaped around you. We design each experience to match your preferences, ensuring it feels personal and meaningful.
Everyone travels differently. We can adapt to your pace, interests, and needs so you experience the city in your own way.
From the first message to the end of the tour, we commit to maintaining honest and transparent communication.
Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what information we collect, how it is processed, and the rights you have regarding your personal data.
Data Collection
At Astraea, we only collect the information required to deliver our services, such as your full name, email, and phone number. When necessary for tours or bookings, we may request passport details. To process payments, we collect billing or bank account information, and we may also gather basic browsing data via cookies to improve your experience on our site.
Purpose of data use
We use your information solely to provide and improve our services, including processing your bookings, delivering your digital guides, and communicating important updates regarding your trip. We have a strict policy: we never sell your personal information to third parties.
Your Rights Under UK GDPR
You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your data. You may also object to its processing or request data portability. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hola@astraea-travel.com. Additionally, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK’s supervisory authority, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), at ico.org.uk.”
Cookies
Our website uses first-party cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can adjust your browser settings to decline them; however, please note that this may limit some of the site’s features and functionality.
Contact
For any privacy-related inquiries: hola@astraea-travel.com | London, UK.
At Astraea, we provide bespoke travel services, experiences, and planning that require advanced organization and the allocation of specific time and resources. For this reason, all bookings are considered final once confirmed.
Once a service, tour, experience, or consultation has been booked and confirmed, cancellations are not accepted and no refunds will be issued. By completing a booking and submitting payment, the client acknowledges and accepts these terms.
In exceptional cases, Astraea may, at its sole discretion, offer the possibility of rescheduling an experience or service, provided there is availability and the request is made well in advance. However, this option is not guaranteed and will depend on each specific situation.
In the event that a client fails to arrive for a tour, experience, or service at the agreed date and time, it will be classified as a no-show. In such cases, the service will be considered fully rendered, and no refunds or compensation will be provided.
In the rare case of a cancellation by Astraea due to unforeseen circumstances or safety requirements, clients will be entitled to a full refund or the option to reschedule, subject to availability.
By booking any service through Astraea, the client confirms that they have read and accepted this cancellation and refund policy.
This information is for guidance purposes only and does not constitute legal immigration advice. For official and up-to-date information, we always recommend consulting the UK Government website: www.gov.uk.
It depends on your country of origin. Citizens from many American countries, such as Mexico, the United States, Canada, Peru, Ecuador, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina, do not need a visa to travel to the UK as tourists. However, they must apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before their trip.
The ETA is a straightforward electronic permit; in many cases, it is granted in less than 72 hours (Not guaranteed). We recommend applying in advance, ideally one to two months before your trip. Once issued, it is valid for up to 2 years and allows for tourist stays of up to 6 months.
On the other hand, citizens of certain countries must apply for a visa before traveling to the United Kingdom. This includes, for example, travelers from Colombia, Bolivia, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.
Once agreed, you will receive a secure payment link or payment instructions.
The required booking notice varies depending on the experience. Some services can be booked 7 days in advance, while others require 30 days or more. The specific notice period is outlined in each section and will be confirmed in writing during our communication.
All private experiences are exclusively for you and your group. The maximum number of participants is clearly stated on each experience page.Group size limits are also confirmed in writing during our booking conversation.
Yes, we strongly recommend taking out travel insurance. For most travellers visiting Europe for tourism, having travel insurance is generally a requirement and, in any case, an essential form of protection. A good policy covers medical issues, cancellations, delays and other unexpected situations that may arise during your trip.
Full day experiences generally last approximately 7 to 8 hours, while half day experiences typically run 3 to 4 hours. Exact timings may vary depending on logistics, group pace, transport and the specific nature of each experience. These terms apply across all tours, experiences and travel planning services on our site.
I provide you with all detailed recommendations and links for you to book directly. This guarantees you the best price and full control over your bookings. If you prefer, I can also manage the bookings for you.
I provide you with all detailed recommendations and links for you to book directly. This guarantees you the best price and full control over your bookings. If you prefer, I can also manage the bookings for you.
Standard delivery for your full itinerary is 1-2 weeks, subject to the complexity of the trip. Expedited processing is available for urgent requests, just let me know your departure date.
We help you plan your journey to ensure a well-organized and seamless experience. However, Astraea is not responsible for the internal operations of hotels, accommodation providers, airlines, public transport, or platforms such as Airbnb.
That being said, whenever possible, we may help to facilitate communication and assist you in managing any issues that may arise during your trip.
While travel always involves its share of surprises, our mission is to craft a seamless journey for you. We focus on the logistics so you can focus on the experience, ensuring every moment is about discovery, not stress.
Mi especialidad absoluta es Europa, donde cuento con amplia experiencia y conocimiento local. Para otros destinos, estaré encantado de recomendarte profesionales externos que poseen el conocimiento local necesario para esas áreas.
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