OUR STORY
A luxury literary lifestyle brand.
PURPOSE
Beyond a vacation.
Curated literary escapes where stories become unforgettable experiences.
Velvet & Lore creates luxury literary escapes for readers seeking more than a vacation. Every retreat is thoughtfully curated to bring together extraordinary destinations, meaningful conversations, and unforgettable experiences inspired by the stories we love.
Our retreats combine extraordinary destinations, beautiful books, boutique accommodations, and meaningful experiences to create unforgettable journeys inspired by the stories we love.
We believe books have the power to transport us — and sometimes the most unforgettable stories are the ones we experience ourselves.
MISSION
To create thoughtfully curated literary escapes that bring stories to life through extraordinary destinations, meaningful connections, and unforgettable experiences.
VISION
To become the premier luxury literary retreat company — a brand readers return to year after year through thoughtfully selected hotels, featured authors, and meaningful community.
OUR VALUES
Every detail, intentional.
Warm, thoughtful, and unhurried — the kind that begins the moment you arrive and lingers long after you leave.
Hospitality
Small groups. Real conversations. A gathering place for readers who find their people in a shared love of stories.
Community
Curation
Every hotel, bookstore, meal, and experience is chosen with intention and edited with restraint.
Story
Books are the beginning. Places, people, and unexpected moments write the rest.
“I don't just want to visit… I want to belong.”
At Velvet & Lore, we believe the best stories don't end when you turn the final page—they inspire new adventures.
Founded by lifelong friends and passionate readers, Velvet & Lore was created to bring together a love of books, travel, and meaningful connection. We curate immersive literary escapes that transport readers beyond their everyday lives and into unforgettable destinations filled with history, charm, and inspiration.
Whether we're wandering the streets of a storied city, gathering in a historic boutique hotel, discovering hidden bookshops, or sharing conversations over dinner with fellow book lovers, every experience is thoughtfully designed to create lasting memories and genuine connections.
Our retreats blend the magic of literature with the excitement of travel, offering intimate experiences for readers who crave more than a typical vacation. We believe books have the power to connect people, places, and ideas—and that some of life's most memorable chapters are the ones we live ourselves.
Join us as we unlock hidden stories, discover remarkable destinations, and create experiences worthy of becoming part of your own story.
Welcome to Velvet & Lore.
AN INVITATION