Many people think travel advisors (agents) are a thing of the past or too expensive for regular people, but both things couldn’t be further from the truth!

Travel advisors, like me, can help cut through the noise and offer solid advice from personal experience. And often, there is no cost to you!

When I help you book a hotel or cruise, I don’t charge any fees AT ALL. This is because hotels and cruise lines pay advisors commission. And guess what? That commission fee is usually built into their rates no matter what, whether you use an advisor or not. It just makes sense to use an advisor so you have someone in your corner who can get you the best deals and amenities and has your back.

My business, Escape with Kim, LLC, is an affiliate of Fora Travel, a Virtuoso Member. With Fora’s and Virtuoso’s deep industry connections, I have access to enormous resources. This means I can often get insider rates and perks for you, from free upgrades to early check-in and more. I also have a truly vast community of experts, who I can draw on for research and help if needed.

And I can handle much more than booking hotels or cruises! Car rentals, travel insurance, day tours, overland packages, transfers, house/villa rentals – I can book it all! I can also arrange flights (premium economy or higher), which gives you access to a 24/7 concierge team, a lifesaver if anything goes wrong.

For more customized trips, I may charge a planning fee, depending on the itinerary and time involved. And if you like to do your own research, it can’t hurt to ask me to see if the rate you got can beat the one I can get. I often have access to better deals and amenities, which could save you money!

Here’s my profile on Fora, where you can send me a note. Get in touch!