FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Travel advisors provide peace of mind when planning a trip so you know you're going to have a great experience, time savings so you don't spend weeks planning a trip with only online reviews to go by, and can even add in VIP travel perks like room upgrades and spa credits.

    You’ll benefit from the partnerships we have with over 3,000 hotels and travel providers around the world, including the Virtuoso consortia, Four Seasons, Rosewood, Marriott Stat & Luminous, and more. Read more about our Partners.

    Say hello to room upgrades, complimentary breakfasts, resort and spa credits, and, last but definitely not least, you’ll get all of this for the best available rate you’d find on the Internet.

  • Planning travel - if you have a lot of time - can be fun. It’s what we do!

    ‍But you’ll still benefit from using a Fora Advisor. Tell us the hotels you’re interested in and we’ll book them for you so you get perks such as free breakfast, a room upgrade, early check-in or late check-out, at no extra cost to you. ‍

    Plus we’ll let you know if we have any intel on the property that may not be obvious online (like the fact that the room you requested looks onto a wall). It’s like having a best friend who works in travel, and can help you plan your dream trip.

  • No itinerary is typical when you work with me because I customize each trip for the individual traveler.

    That said, if you'd like a peek at some ideas, check out my guide A Two-Week Safari and Mount Kilimanjaro Summit Adventure in Tanzania.

  • As a travel advisor, my focus is on curating comprehensive travel experiences rather than just providing individual component prices. For multi-leg trips, I take a holistic approach to trip planning, considering various factors such as accommodations, transportation, activities, and additional services to create a seamless itinerary tailored to your preferences.

    By bundling these components together, I can leverage my industry relationships to secure the best overall value for your trip.

  • By charging a planning fee, I can dedicate the necessary time and attention to detail to curate a personalized itinerary tailored to your preferences. My goal is to save you time, provide you with peace of mind, and ensure a seamless trip from start to finish.

  • My goal is to ensure that you have the best experience possible that is perfectly matched to your vision and interests. There are many times that I do have access to negotiated rates, but the real value is in how I can save you time, stress, and frustration either prior to traveling or while actually in the destination.

    If you’re looking for a custom-made seamless planning and travel experience, I’d love a chance to show you the difference between working with a travel advisor! You won’t go back!

  • I don't book domestic or any economy airfare for clients.

    I don't book Airbnb or VRBO properties for clients because these privately held properties cannot be vetted to industry standards. However, I do book a range of apartment-style accommodations and villa/home rentals through trusted partnerships.

  • Tell me everything. Let me know if you love golf, must have access to a kids’ club, or can’t stand the feeling of sand through your toes (no beach for you!). Serious allergies or dietary restrictions are also very helpful information to have. That way I’ll only show you options that fit your wants and needs. It’s also great to hear about hotels and trips you’ve loved in the past, because that clues me into your travel style.

  • I'm excited to announce that I am now able to support business & first class international flight bookings originating in the United States!

    I work closely with Fora’s new flight desk to offer concierge flight services. When you book flights with me, I am able to communicate with the airline on your behalf, and handle any issues that may arise. I will also keep all your information and preferences on file for ease of booking.

    There is a fee of $50 per ticket, charged at the time of issuance, and there is no charge for inquiries.

  • Here’s a peek behind the scenes: hotels pay a much smaller commission to a human travel advisor than they do to an online travel agency like Expedia or Booking.com. Hotels and other travel providers also love working with us because we put a lot of effort into recommending the right place for each traveler. That’s why they’d rather pay us the commission and add in perks such as spa credits for you, instead of you having to book online. It’s a total win-win.

TRIP PRICING TRANSPARENCY

With any service I provide, I strive to optimize the value for your budget. I'll always discuss your budget goals and priorities with you before building your itinerary and work within your specifications to design the best possible trip for you.

Depending on the complexity of your trip, I book your travel in one of two ways. 

For simple trips - I provide independent booking services. This fits your trip if you want to:

  • Visit one to two cities, enjoy one or more guided tours (privately or with small groups), and stay in recommended accommodations.

  • Be more involved in your trip planning, as there will be a need for us to communicate frequently during the planning and booking process.

  • Have complete choice when it comes to trip component pricing - you will approve individual rates for each component that I book for you.


For customized itineraries - I provide a complete packaged trip service. This fits your trip if you want to:

  • Visit multiple locations, enjoy exclusive experiences like custom private tours, and stay in luxury accommodations.

  • Receive a complete done-for-you package that includes all elements of travel with inclusive pricing (i.e. one bottom-line cost for the entire trip).

  • While changes to this style of itinerary can be made to your liking, individual line-item pricing of each trip component is not always available. I'm unable to provide a pricing breakdown with these itineraries, as most of my partner contracts stipulate that their negotiated rates are kept confidential and may only be offered as part of a trip package.


Need more info? Inquire Here and we can talk through your options and figure out what is the best fit for you.