Travel Advisor
Alexandra Shea
Expertise
- Italy,
- Australia,
- Honeymoons,
- Wellness & Spa
Based in
Chicago
Languages spoken
English, Italian
Profile details
About
30 countries and counting. Mama to two munchkins. Living vicariously through your travel because I'm too tired to take them anywhere.
Check out my local Chicago recs in this Journal article, The Best of Chicago: Local Fora Advisors Share Their Tips on How to Make the Most of Your Windy City Vacation.
Travel style
My style is to bask. Even in the busiest piazzas I like to sit, sun on my face, with a coffee or gelato, and soak it all in.
Alexandra's travel guides & trip reports
An Enchanting 2 Weeks in Switzerland and Italy
Cliffs and Charms: A 5-Day Italian Adventure on the Amalfi Coast
From Medinas to Mountains: A Magical Morocco 7 Day Itinerary
Favorite hotels
Turtle Inn
Part of the Coppola collection, this Placencia edition is home to seafront cottages, two pools and a trio of restaurants.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
Charming, historic hotel in Sorrento that transports one back directly to the dolce vita.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale
Tucked into Camelback Mountain, the Phoenician is a lovely modern enclave with a Sonoran feeling.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 food / beverage credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
The Tree House Boutique Hotel
A unique boutique stay in Cape Town with stylish accommodations and lush surroundings.
Alexandra's reviews
Alexandra was fabulous! She graciously pivoted planning as our travel needs changed and ensured a seamless hotel experience while providing us several extra perks that made our trip that much more special. She was quick to respond to any questions we had and I will definitely engage with her again when planning future trips! Highly recommend!
- Laura H.
Booked travel to Savannah
- April 2024
Alexandra is a gem! So knowledgeable, responsive, and all around easy to work with. Her service was amazing and booking through Fora gave us so many wonderful little perks that made our honeymoon the perfect escape. Definitely recommend booking through the fabulous Alexandra.
- Mary O.
Booked travel to San Jose del Cabo
- April 2024
Alexandra asked us a few questions and came back with a list. She took an effort to get to know us and provide options that fit the brief but also fit us personally. She made it super easy on us and checked on us throughout the journey. When I panicked because I couldn't access a DR government document website, she helped me in minutes (on a Sunday morning no less) and resolved the issue. She also found us options that fit our budget, and noticed that a few days after we booked that there was a promotion happening, so she rebooked us to get a lower price on the hotel. She goes above and beyond and adds the personal touch that makes the difference. 100% plan to work with Alexandra again and will recommend her to friends and family in the future.
- Jamie H.
Booked travel to Punta Cana
- February 2024
Alexandra is a travel wizard! She took our trip ideas and turned them into an amazing experience we will always cherish. She listened to understand our vibe and wishes and ran with it. She’s very communicative and right there with you whenever you have a question or want to chat through logistics. Our trip went from a few thoughts to a well organized 2-week excursion thanks to her! She has extensive travel experience herself so she understands cultural and geographical nuances that come with being a seasoned traveler. This experience is purely invaluable. You can tell she loves to travel and has so many insights and recommendations. We gave her our travel style and she designed an epic trip that was stress-free for us. We went to Belize, Guatemala and Mexico on this trip. We will absolutely use her again in the future and look forward to working with her on our next adventure!
- Kelsey S.
Booked travel to Belize
- January 2024
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