Shari Erasmus is the founder, owner, and travel expert behind Inspired Escapes, a Virtuoso partner.
Shari began her career at the age of eight, dreaming up elaborate family vacations with her younger brother. Her earliest itineraries included more two-day road trips than five-star accommodations, but the experience of planning and traveling was no less thrilling—she was on her way.
This passion for travel combined with an extreme attention to detail make every Inspired Escapes trip one to remember. It’s about curating experiences for families, couples, and anyone with a case of wanderlust to share and reflect on for the rest of their lives.
Meet the Team
Thoughtful planning. Extraordinary experiences. Meet the advisors who bring your Inspired Escapes journey to life.
Travel Advisor
Neesha Adams
Neesha believes a great trip should feel effortless. After a decade designing travel experiences around the world, she creates beautifully detailed itineraries so clients can simply show up and enjoy.
Before luxury travel, Neesha planned seamless corporate and leisure travel for executives and teams at major tech companies and international law firms, honing the precision she brings to every trip today. Her favorite destinations include New Zealand, Japan, Ireland, and anywhere with fantastic food and wine.
Travel Advisor
Lisa Hoffman
Lisa has loved travel for as long as she can remember. Born in England, she spent her summers exploring Europe with her family—and with a mom who was a travel agent, planning trips was always part of life. Now a mom of three, she is happiest researching the next great hotel, restaurant, destination, or experience.
A self-proclaimed obsessive researcher, Lisa is the person friends and family call when they want to know where to stay, eat, or go next. When she’s not planning travel, you’ll find her playing tennis, improving her golf game, watching football, or planning her own next adventure.
Shari Erasmus • Travel + Leisure A-List 2026
