Luxury Wellness Travel

- Paris & Bali -

FORA-Certified Advisor securing VIP hotel perks, elevated service, and mindful itineraries.

Start Your Zen Trip

What The Zen Guy offers

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Published Zen Travel Guides (Fora)

Explore my curated guides to Paris cafés, gardens, chocolate, tea, pastries, and mindful urban escapes — published by FORA for travelers on their global platform.

Your research shortcut to calm, curated travel.

Read the Guides →

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Mindful Experiences in Paris — Coming March 2026

Soon you’ll be able to join urban forest-bathing + tea, garden-to-garden Zen walks, chocolate-and-tea pairings, outdoor yoga for travelers, and ‘Eco Paris’ city-of-the-future walks via Airbnb Experiences.

Be first in line when spots open.

Join the Waitlist

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Bali Wellness & Eco-Luxury Planning

In Ubud & West Bali, I design restorative itineraries at eco-luxury stays — blending nature, spa culture, clean dining, and mindful adventure.

Private lodges & villas, jungle calm, beach & cliffside sunrises & handcrafted moments.

Plan Bali Trip →

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VIP Hotel Booking & Travel Perks

Book top Paris hotels through me and unlock preferred rates, upgrades, breakfast, resort credits, flexible checkout, and wellness-focused recommendations.

Concierge-style planning, zero extra cost.

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Travel Intentionally, Soulfully.

“Peace is Portable” —
TZG, Michael Huffman

ZEN Travel Planning

  • Luxury & Eco-Certified Lodging - hotels, resorts & European villas.

    As a travel advisor, I book your favorite memories in France and Bali and other Zen Destinations (Iceland, Thailand, Japan).

    See OUR SERVICES below for pricing from $0 to $600.

  • Order a personalized, Zen itinerary for any destination, anywhere. I’ll do the heavy lifting and provide you with a list of 20 Zen things to do where ever you want me to research. My focus is on ideas related to: Nutrition, Nature, Community, ECO, Spiritual, Wellness and Physical Activity.

    Order a free 15-minute consultation

  • $600 - Planning a retreat? I help established teachers…with accommodation bookings, experiences, nutrition and logistics in French Villas or Bali resorts.

    Stunning properties & smooth travel arrangements are the key to ensuring student satisfaction and enjoyment, as well as the instructor’s feeling confident and peaceful doing what you do best.

ZEN Tools & Collaborations

  • Discover Zen ideas in Paris and Bali on Instagram @TheZenGuy1

  • Check out my guides published on FORA that help mindful travelers explore Paris & Bali with ease:

    • The Zen Traveler’s Guide to Paris

    • Coffee, Croissants & Chocolate in the 9th

    • A Mindful Wellness Escape of Zen & Indulgence in Paris: 3 Days in the 9th

    • The Zen Traveler’s Guide to Ubud

    • Inside My Favorite Jungle Hideaway: Alila Ubud by Hyatt

  • Airplane Yoga” and “Office Yoga” available on Apple Books and Amazon.

  • Do you offer accommodations, dining and activities with a Zen twist? Let’s collaborate, Get in touch.

Our Services

  • "I want expert help finding and booking the perfect hotel, that's all I need."

    You know where you want to go, likely even where you want to stay, but you also want to compare among three options and …you’re a very busy person. I'll research then propose three options and book one hotel - so you can relax knowing your stay is sorted.

    Includes:

    • Hotel booking.

    • FORA’s best rates.

    • Complimentary upgrades*

    • $100 USD food & beverage credit*

    • Early check-in/late check-out*

    NOTE: Hotel nightly rate must be $250 USD or more to qualify for this service. *Subject to availability.

  • "I know where I want to go, but I need help finding that perfect place."

    You've chosen your destination but scrolling endlessly hasn't uncovered the one. I step in to find you a handful of unique, well-reviewed stays that fit your vibe and budget.

    Includes:

    • Up to 5 handpicked accommodations at one destination

    • Direct booking links + mini pros & cons

    • Shared within 24 - 48 hours

    Perfect for: Travelers who know where they're headed, but want expert help cutting through the noise and finding something special. Also, perfect for small groups (up to ten rooms) wanting to have a customized trip organized.

    *NOTE: Hotel nightly rate must be $275 USD or more to qualify for this service. Includes booking one room ($95 Planning fee) or up to a total of 10 rooms for a group ($250 planning fee), at the same property for the same dates.

  • "I know the country or region I want, but not exactly where, or perhaps where to see the 2026 Total Solar Eclipse…help me decide."

    You're dreaming of France, Bali, Iceland, 2026 Total Solar Eclipse cruise or somewhere else. But which city, which region, which beach, which cruise? I'll narrow down the options based on your ideal trip: think sunsets, walkable foodie neighborhoods, wellness escapes or bucket-list Eclipse cruise.

    Includes:

    • 3 destination suggestions within 1 country 3-5 curated stays per destination

    • Matched to your style, budget, travel dates, and wish list

    • Brief destination comparisons to help you choose

    • Shared within 2 - 4 days

    Perfect for: Couples, friends, or families who know the vibe they want, but need help finding the right place to go and where to stay once they're there.

    *NOTE: Hotel nightly rate must be $275 USD or more to qualify for this service. Includes booking one room or up to a total of three rooms for a group at the same property for the same dates.

  • "I don't know where I want to go I just want the kind of place that makes the whole trip worth it." 

    This is for the explorers, the romantics, the overthinkers. You're open to the world - a ski holiday in the Alps? A luxury hotel in Provence or Paris with a foodie vibe? A wellness retreat in Bali? I'll help you build your trip around the perfect stay.

    Includes: 

    • Open search across multiple countries 4-6 destinations with accommodation suggestions 

    • Deeply tailored research based on your travel style, budget, season, accessibility & more 

    • Overview of each destination and how it fits your trip 

    • Shared within 3 - 5 days 

    Perfect for: Big life trips, spontaneous escapes, honeymoons or anyone planning a holiday starting with the stay not destination.

    *NOTE: Hotel nightly rate must be $300 USD or more to qualify for this service. Includes booking one room or up to a total of three rooms for a group at the same property for the same dates.

  • "I want a full plan including where to stay and what to do. Either I’ll book the hotels myself or use TZG’s hotel booking service (above) and need you to handle the itinerary creation and bookings of the activities."

    You want more than just a place to sleep - you want a plan that fits your interests and pace. I'll create a custom itinerary filled with activities and local highlights based on your primary interests.

    Includes:

    • A custom itinerary with restaurant & activity recommendations.

    • Other suggestions: Zen things like parks, specialty coffee shops, unique foodie experiences, dinner reservations, etc.

    NOTE: One itinerary of up to five calendar days, maximum of three activities per day.

  • “I’m an experienced yoga retreat leader with loyal students that will follow me to the moon and back. I’m busy teaching and with yoga teacher trainings, I’ve led at least a few successful retreats near Seattle or even to Costa Rica and Mexico, but planning one in Paris, a European villa, or in Bali sounds time consuming and a bit out of my comfort zone.”

    Full service retreat planning service for retreat leaders who will generate client interest, get the word out, get the sign ups, along with collecting the non-refundable deposits.

    Contact me for a complimentary 30-minute video call to discuss where (downtown Paris, remote Bali, downtown Ubud, ‘a beach, a pool, quiet, remote), and props needed, the level of assistance needed, my role before during and after, budget per student, profitability expectations, time of year, etc. HINT: Being in remote or city center affects attractiveness to students and gives them either limited or limitless access to specialty coffee, food, independence, etc.)

    I can assist with scouting*, rate and perk negotiations with properties, booking, site preparation, on-site scheduling, travel room assignments, pre & post hotel room reservations for students, etc.

    Timeline (start planning 6 - 8 months in advance or 1 year if popular destination). Scheduling to start on a Sunday and close on a Friday is a best practice.

    I’d personally plan to attend the retreat to ensure all runs smoothly and you can focus on teaching (depending on group size, leader & planner can get complimentary rooms).

    *Advance scouting trips are possible for an extra fee, if you need support.

How it Works

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I Listen Soulfully

Within 24 - 48 hours, I'll connect with you, to truly understand your vision and how I can craft a stay that feels like a dream come true.

Curated Hotel Selections

Within 2 days, I'll present a thoughtfully chosen selection of hotels that reflect your style, preferences, and budget.

A Seamless Booking

Once you find the perfect place, I'll take care of everything - from securing your booking to ensuring every detail is just right, all at no additional cost.
From the moment you book to the final farewell, I'm here to support you ensuring your experience is as enchanting and smooth as possible.

Support Every Step of the Way

What TZG Clients Say

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“As a yoga studio owner and worldwide retreat leader I was looking for the best of the best experience for my next Yoga retreat in Ubud Bali. I was able to find the best travel advisor there was, Michael, THE ZEN GUY.

I could not have navigated this incredible location the way I wanted our group to explore it without him. Michael was a true scholar on everything Ubud, from the cultural activities and which places were vegan-friendly and ALSO delicious.  He knew which hotel would be the best for what I was looking for my big group of 22 persons and yogis that wanted to be and do things that were a little "off the beaten path".

He showed us the temples, nature walks, best specialty coffee, most authentic restaurants and true BALI experience. We could not have had the yoga retreat experience that we had without his help.

I would highly recommend his services and knowledge and will most defiantly be using THE ZEN GUY again for yoga retreat planning service…and maybe next time we will go to PARIS where he is also well established.”

— NANCY NOMELLINI – MOTHER YOGA, SEATTLE, WA

Definitions of Zen

What Zen Means Here
Zen is simply about being present, letting go of what you can’t control, and moving through the world with ease. It’s relaxation, clarity, and choosing one thing at a time — in travel and in life.

I bring that spirit into trip planning. When you book hotels and activities with me — in France or Bali — you offload the logistics and keep the calm.

Paris offers slow beauty in its own way: markets full of organic food, quiet moments in old churches, and daily pleasures that don’t need rushing.
Bali leans toward nature, temples, rice terraces, and a wellness culture made for restoration.

To me, travel isn’t about rushing through a checklist — it’s about living in rhythm with a place. I help you do that through mindful accommodation, curated activities, and retreats designed for wellness.

Travel slow. Travel with soul.

For me, Zen shows up in real-world places and habits that support a calm, mindful way of living. I group these into a few simple categories I share on Instagram @TheZenGuy1:

Categories of
Zen

  • Food that supports wellbeing — fresh, local, and real. Think organic produce, artisan-made treats, natural wine, and meals that respect dietary choices (vegan, gluten-free, locavore, ethnic flavors, and more).

  • Organic skincare and wellness rituals — from locally made products to spa treatments, Ayurveda, and other holistic therapies.

  • Joyful movement that supports body and mind — yoga, long walks, biking, and anything that gets you moving with ease.

  • Experiences where we can readily immerse ourselves in the natural world.

  • Opportunities where we can make connections with others.

  • Earth-friendly places and ways to travel — nature-forward stays, certified eco-lodging, sustainable building approaches, and lower-impact transport (train, tram, bus, bike).

  • Spaces and practices that invite reflection — temples, churches, shrines, sound baths, and moments of stillness wherever they appear.

A traditional Balinese temple with a multi-tiered pagoda-style roof reflecting in the water in front of it, with lush greenery and hills in the background.
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Let’s Bring Your Vision To Life

Ready to explore the possibilities? Reach out for a complimentary 15-minute consultation and discover how I can transform your ideas into a seamless, unforgettable journey.

Contact me here or via my FORA Advisor Profile page.

Email
Michael@TheZenGuy.com

WhatsApp
+33611777285

Paris, France
06.11.77.72.85