Advisor - Deborah Hankin

Deborah Hankin

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    Based in New York

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    Speaks Some Japanese, English, Some Spanish

Ask me about

Off-the-Beaten-Path
Luxury
Japan
Uzbekistan
Europe
Türkiye

My Story

Travel is a not a reward for working, it's homework for living. I live that motto every day helping my clients feel and find joy in travel.

My Travel Style

I began my career as a concierge in Los Angeles, working my way through college. What a great training ground for becoming a travel advisor. Now having lived and worked in Asia and visited over 70 countries, I am all about those undiscovered gems like Uzbekistan and less-touristed places in Japan and India. I believe there's an adventure around every corner and that poking around a sprawling souk, trying a local baker's warm out-of-the-oven pastry or witnessing a master craftsperson create something from nothing can be life-changing. Not only can I help make your itinerary and book every aspect of your trip, like the tours, cruises, hotels and transport, but I also supply the inside scoop on where to eat, shop and hang out to find and feel the magic of a destination.

Tip: The best trips allow ample opportunity for unexpected pleasures and serendipitous experiences. Harkening back to my concierge days, I am focused on ensuring your travel is seamless, catered to you and wonderfully memorable.

My reviews (17)

a month ago

Deborah is amazing! Our recent trip to Japan was wonderful. Her travel knowledge and planning skills are outstanding. I highly recommend Deborah for all your travel needs.

a month ago

Deborah did a great job booking us so check in was easy, and she got us there and back without a hitch too.

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Michelle E.

3 months ago

Debra was absolutely amazing to work with! She planned our entire two-week honeymoon in Japan and truly went above and beyond. She was so patient on our many calls, always making sure we were happy with the itinerary, and gave us options until everything felt perfect. Thanks to her knowledge of Japan, we experienced things we never would’ve found on our own, she even gave us tips on etiquette and small traditions that made the trip even more special. During the trip she was always quick to respond if we had questions, which made everything stress-free. We’re so grateful we found her! Highly recommend her to anyone planning a trip to Asia.

3 months ago

Deborah’s detailed knowledge of Italy was invaluable on this trip to Calabria (the heritage part of our trip) and Sicily. She helped us find a heritage guide who met our needs, which was very important for the success of this trip! She was also incredibly knowledgeable about Sicily and made a series of perfect recommendations regarding itineraries, car rental decisions, and of course fabulous places to eat! Can’t say enough about her level of expertise on all travel matters both big and small!

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Fredrick L.

4 months ago

My travel ideas (2)

My travel photos

View of the back of colorful women’s outfits in Japan
View of men running in traditional dress with elaborate masks and red skirts
View of two hands covered in detailed henna tattoo
Advisor and a friend smiling together outdoors on a sunny day with a blue-domed mosque visible in the distance
View of advisor’s feet in sandals at the front of a yellow kayak on a glassy green lake surrounded by green hills

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