Travel Advisor

Carissa Garabedian

She/Her

Expertise

Caribbean,
Hamptons NY,
Family Travel,
Beaches

Based in

Richmond, Virginia

Languages spoken

English

Travel Advisor

Carissa Garabedian

Profile details

About

Raised in the Virgin Islands, next in the Hamptons, now in RVA — life is too short not to laugh, love, eat and travel!

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Travel style

I'm a laid-back, easy-going traveler. I love good food, sunshine, meeting people and exploring new food and cultures. I value downtime and I don't need a fully packed itinerary — boutique hotels and villas are perfect for me. I enjoy learning about the locals and love to make friends wherever I go!

Carissa's travel guides & trip reports

Trip Report

Virginia Destination with Golf & Spa

Lansdowne is a resort with all of the amenities in the heart of great dining and shopping in Leesburg, Va.

A sign in front of palm trees outside reading "Shorebreak"

Trip Report

A Perfect Fort Lauderdale Getaway

I had a trip to the Kimpton Shorebreak in Fort Lauderdale in September of 2024 and the experience exceeded my expectations, the staff, service, accommodations and location were all incredible. I will ...

A tranquil beach scene with driftwood and tropical foliage framing a calm ocean and distant island.

Guide

Spend Some Time In Saint Thomas, USVI

Having grown up in Saint Thomas and visiting often, I have the perfect spots to see and enjoy from a "local's" perspective. The beauty of the Virgin Islands is the ease of travel, no passports and...

A peaceful pond surrounded by trees, with a mirror-like reflection on the water’s surface.

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Fall In Love With Richmond, VA

Recently ranked America's Best Town to Visit in 2024 by CNN, Richmond, VA truly has something for everyone. It’s a city with history, art, culture, great food, great locally made beer, bourbon and...

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Favorite hotels

The Lucerne Hotel, New York

Classic Upper West Side charm meets elegant accommodations, proximity to Central Park and a refined atmosphere, providing a sophisticated retreat for guests seeking a tranquility in the heart of New York City.

Quirk Hotel Richmond

An eclectic blend of art, design, and Southern charm, serving as a creative hub in Virginia's thriving capital city.

Bolongo Bay Beach Resort

A tropical haven in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, offering guests a laid-back Caribbean escape with pristine beaches, water sports, and vibrant nightlife, perfect for a sun-soaked vacation in paradise.

Carissa's reviews

Carissa always does her research very thoroughly. Having never visited these places herself, she was spot on with finding us such wonderful places to visit and stay.

Alex B.
Booked travel to Alabama
April 2025

Carissa does so much to assure everything is set for us, she made our dinner reservations, coordinated our check in with ease and was always available for any questions. We will be using her again and again.

Terisa L.
Booked travel to North Carolina
April 2025

Karen F.
Booked travel to New York City
April 2025

It was a pleasure working with Carissa. After listening to our travel interests and budget needs, Carissa provided my husband and I several vacation options. Once we decided on a destination, Carissa took care of all the details for our trip. She was very thorough in communicating flight options, various room categories, airport transfers, and excursions. Our vacation was amazing! Carissa helped make the process so easy and most importantly, saved us valuable time. Thank you so much for everything!

Kim B.
Booked travel to Cancun
April 2025

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