Travel Inspiration

Italian Ancestry and Anniversary

I shared with her that my husband (he is 3rd generation Italian) loved to cook, loved wine and that I would love to dig into some of his ancestral background. . . From the week in Chianti where we stayed at an Agriturismo, and learned to cook Italian meals in Mimma and Franca’s kitchens to Tropea, Calabria, Italy from where we traveled to Lappano where my husband’s mother’s family began. . . .the trip took our breath away.

Paula W.

Tuscan Villa Vacation

I wanted to celebrate a special occasion with my extended Peruvian family in Italy. Karen first helped us decide WHERE to go (Rome and then a gorgeous villa in Tuscany) then she helped us with the HOW… What I appreciated the most was that she thought about everyone when planning the trip. She planned special activities for the two young girls including cooking experiences and family friendly tours in Rome and made sure the touring and accommodations would also work for my 80 year old mother. She took care of LITTLE things like making sure our villa would be pre-stocked with food and organizing a celebratory dinner for all of us upon arrival in Rome and at our villa.

Rosanna RV

Roman Holiday

My brother and I decided to take my parents on a long promised trip to see Rome. I called Karen because she’s a “real traveler” and I had no time with my work schedule to plan this unforgettable trip. She arranged everything – through just a few emails and direction from me. The hotel was perfect, restaurants recommendations were great, and we ended up with the perfect schedule so that my parents got to see all the legendary sites of Rome at a pace that they could handle and enjoy.

D. Wahl

Fiji and New Zealand

“Best of both worlds - beach and mountains. Only thing to improve this trip would have been to stay longer! “ Erica A.

Switzerland and Greece

“Honeymoon• Dream Come True• Lifetime Travel Friend & Forever Companion• ♥️♥️🌴🇬🇷✈️🥂🇨🇭” Brianna K

Tahiti - Le Taha’a and Bora Bora

“We had looked forward to this trip for over a year and it completely exceeded our expectations. Not sure we are coming back. Sharks, Mantas, Sting Rays, and Spinner Dolphins today followed by local barbecue on beach - spectacular. “ Curt S.

Icelandic Adventure

Karen arranged a wonderful trip to Iceland - a great adventure for the three of us. Our guided fishing was everything we hoped for - exceptionally beautiful remote location, obliging hard working fishing guide and decent fishing. Bonnie enjoyed her time with her guide visiting some local villages, museum, learning about daily life. And the golf… WONDERFUL venue for a golf course with tremendous coastal views at 9pm at night! We can check that off our lifetime to do list. Iceland was a surprising gem.

Jim P

Hiking Argentina and Chile

“Karen arranged for us to first travel with National Geographic to Argentina and Chile and then added on several days at a luxury all-inclusive resort in Atacama Chile where we able to both sightsee during the day and relax in the afternoons. Every part of this trip was remarkable.”

Eileen L.

Exploring South Africa

“Whata week! Victoria Falls for a traditional dinner, toasts at the famed hotel then Chobe National Park for a final water/land safari! So blessed for this experience…”

Tom K.

Irish Countryside with Private Driver

“Fantastic trip - great hotels, terrific sites, wonderful people, and great planning. Highlights - Dromoland Castle, clays at Sheen Falls Lodge, Beara Pennisula, Cliffs of Moher, National Stud, Kilmainham Jail and our driver Mike!”

Nellie B.

Israel with Private Driver/Guide

“Wonderful educational experience. Very personalized ~ bespoke planning ~ Karen worked diligently at understanding our expectations and goals.”

Jim P

Mendoza Vineyard & Awasi Iguasu

“Trip of a lifetime. Casa de Uco was outstanding and there are simply not enough synonyms for incredible to describe Awasi.”

Laura W.