ABOUT US
Founded by Violetta Gruosi, Sonder & Otium exists to create journeys that are effortless, personal, and quietly extraordinary. With insider access, meticulous planning, and a trusted global network, we ensure every detail is placed with purpose. From unforgettable addresses to discreet upgrades and privileged rates
OUR APPROACH
We begin by listening, not just to where you want to go, but to the feeling you’re searching for: rest, connection, discovery, clarity. Whatever it is, we build your journey around it. We understand that no two trips, and no two moments in life, are the same. A single client might seek complete stillness one week, and efficiency and structure the next.
Whether you’re travelling for business, creating memories with family, or carving out space for yourself, we shape each journey with intention. We quietly explore every option, weigh the details, and guide you with care — so your travel feels aligned, purposeful, and entirely yours.
OUR FOUNDER
I have always believed that travel has the power to change the way we see the world; and ourselves. Some of my most defining moments have been while travelling: taking crowded night trains across India, watching dawn break over Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and wandering through the quiet streets of rural Vietnam. Those journeys taught me to slow down, pay attention, and embrace the beauty of discovery.
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My background in fine jewellery and luxury marketing refined my eye for detail and my love of craftsmanship, but it’s my passion for meaningful travel that led me to create Sonder & Otium. I wanted to combine the curiosity of a traveller with the precision of a curator; crafting journeys that are deeply immersive, thoughtfully planned, and quietly extraordinary.
Sonder & Otium never charges a fee to our clients. Our rates match those you’ll find online, with the added benefit of exclusive perks, priority access, and every detail handled for you. Most payments are made directly to our partners; in some cases, we’ll process bookings on your behalf; always with clear communication.
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OUR PROMISE
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY
From a sun-soaked Mediterranean escape to a powder-filled week in the Alps or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure far from the crowds, Sonder & Otium will design it with precision, discretion, and care.