Who Am I?
Who Am I?
Hi, I’m Daniel Pollack—and I’ve been obsessed with travel since I was a little boy. At age seven, I was already looking up flights to Disney World just for fun. While most kids were playing video games, I was planning dream vacations. Fast forward to today, and not much has changed—except now I turn that childhood passion into elevated, personalized travel experiences.
Luxury is my specialty, but what really matters to me is making sure each trip feels like you. I’ll never recommend a five-star hotel just because it’s pricey or trending—it has to match your energy, your style, and your version of the perfect escape.
My idea of fun? Researching destinations, discovering hidden-gem restaurants, stalking the best boutique hotels, and keeping up with what’s hot in travel (yes, I do know which Italian island is having a moment). But it's not just about trends—I also know which destinations and stays are quietly extraordinary, the kind of places that haven’t hit the mainstream yet but deserve to.
I travel to see the world and meet new people, and I bring that same excitement into every journey I design. Think of me as your travel-obsessed insider with great taste, an eye for detail, and a serious talent for turning daydreams into plane tickets.
What is Vila Leuza?
What is Vila Leuza?
Vila Leuza was once the name of a small farm tucked away in the countryside of São Paulo — a place named after my grandmother, Leuza. A name full of strength, style, and a little mystique. Americans had a hard time saying it, so she went by Lisa. And to her closest friends and family? Lola.
But really, it’s easy. Leh-oo-za. Now say it fast… Leuza. Got it?
Leuza was my grandmother, and this company is inspired by — and in honor of — her. She was a brilliant entrepreneur with an unstoppable spirit. By 35, she had moved from Brazil to the United States, raised three children, became a widow, and launched a successful clothing business importing pieces back to Brazil. She had fire. She had vision. And she always did it with grace.
She was effortlessly chic, wildly intelligent, and unshakably bold. In a tiny rural town in Brazil, she was one of the only women who spoke English — in the 1950s, no less. She made people stop and take notice. She made moves. She made things happen. And she always did it her way.
Everything I do through Vila Leuza — every itinerary, every detail, every dream trip brought to life — carries her energy. Her soul is woven into every decision I make. She inspires me to be fearless. To dream boldly. To lead with heart and never settle for anything less than magic.
She was, and always will be, the original powerhouse behind this brand.