Eric Bender
Based in Westlake Village and Santa Barbara, California
English
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Our Story
Traveling has been a large part of my adult life, taking backpacking trips across Europe as a teenager, cross-country coast-to-coast drives in the USA, and ultimately visiting five continents and over 50 countries around the world. My goal as a travel advisor is to create journeys that exceed client’s expectations at every turn. Unique perspectives and in-depth experiences can truly turn an ordinary holiday into something spectacular!
Travel Style
As a frequent traveler myself, I have experienced backpacking trips when a teenager to ultra-luxury stays at some of the finest hotels around the world. Bicycling trips have become a passion, along with multi-adventure holidays. Now, as a Fora travel advisor, I plan curated journeys that take clients on active adventures, cycling, and multi-adventure trips, cruises, safaris, inclusive packages to some of the world’s biggest sporting events and tournaments, exotic golf holidays, honeymoon holidays, and just a few nights away from home!
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Reviews (4)
Eric F.
30 days ago
Excellent questions to determine our needs while we were there. Our main purpose was to see the Wizard of Oz at the Sphere and Eric researched the area hotels to determine proximity to the Sphere as well and benefits offered by each property. His communication/follow-up was excellent and such that I had never experienced before from a Travel Specialist. We will absolutely utilize Eric whenever our travel needs require a Specialist! He truly made us feel most valued as a client.
Beth F.
about 1 month ago
Eric did a great job finding us a beautiful place outside of Zion National Park. We will definitely use him for future vacations.
Mallory B.
about 1 month ago
Eric was communicative the entire process and ensured we received all of the amazing add ons he secured for us like breakfast included, a room upgrade, hotel credit, and pool side views. Eric provided so many options for us and gave his expert recommendations which made booking this trip so easy for us. It was the first vacation where my wife and I actually felt stress free knowing everything was in good hands.
We can’t wait to book our next trip with Eric!
Susan B.
2 months ago
I would rate Eric’s travel advisory services as FIVE STARS!! He set everything up for us for this trip with a very inclusive package, including hotel suite, Disneyland tickets and park reservations, etc. He also assisted with booking dinner at the "Goofy Cafe" and Mickey’s Storytime, as well as making sure that our electric car stayed fully charged with the hotel's chargers. He left nothing to chance and made sure everything was confirmed and arranged. I highly recommend Eric and will use him for all of our future travel requirements!
Thank you for making this trip so special for our family! We will definitely be booking our next adventure with Eric.
Eric F.
30 days ago
Excellent questions to determine our needs while we were there. Our main purpose was to see the Wizard of Oz at the Sphere and Eric researched the area hotels to determine proximity to the Sphere as well and benefits offered by each property. His communication/follow-up was excellent and such that I had never experienced before from a Travel Specialist. We will absolutely utilize Eric whenever our travel needs require a Specialist! He truly made us feel most valued as a client.
Beth F.
about 1 month ago
Eric did a great job finding us a beautiful place outside of Zion National Park. We will definitely use him for future vacations.
Mallory B.
about 1 month ago
Eric was communicative the entire process and ensured we received all of the amazing add ons he secured for us like breakfast included, a room upgrade, hotel credit, and pool side views. Eric provided so many options for us and gave his expert recommendations which made booking this trip so easy for us. It was the first vacation where my wife and I actually felt stress free knowing everything was in good hands.
We can’t wait to book our next trip with Eric!
Susan B.
2 months ago
I would rate Eric’s travel advisory services as FIVE STARS!! He set everything up for us for this trip with a very inclusive package, including hotel suite, Disneyland tickets and park reservations, etc. He also assisted with booking dinner at the "Goofy Cafe" and Mickey’s Storytime, as well as making sure that our electric car stayed fully charged with the hotel's chargers. He left nothing to chance and made sure everything was confirmed and arranged. I highly recommend Eric and will use him for all of our future travel requirements!
Thank you for making this trip so special for our family! We will definitely be booking our next adventure with Eric.
Travel ideas (2)
Barcelona in 3 Days: Architecture, Music & Flamenco
Barcelona is one of those rare world class cities that rewards every sense simultaneously—Gaudi’s fantastical spires against an impossibly blue sky, the smell of salt air and coffee, the sound of jazz drifting from a Modernista hotel terrace. In three days, this itinerary takes you from the ancient stones of the Gothic Quarter to a flamenco stage, through palaces of music and art, and always back to a table of extraordinary food. I designed every hour of it around Hotel Casa Fuster on Passeig de Gracia—the most beautiful address in the city—as your elegant, central home base.
Barcelona in 3 Days: Architecture, Music & Flamenco
Barcelona is one of those rare world class cities that rewards every sense simultaneously—Gaudi’s fantastical spires against an impossibly blue sky, the smell of salt air and coffee, the sound of jazz drifting from a Modernista hotel terrace. In three days, this itinerary takes you from the ancient stones of the Gothic Quarter to a flamenco stage, through palaces of music and art, and always back to a table of extraordinary food. I designed every hour of it around Hotel Casa Fuster on Passeig de Gracia—the most beautiful address in the city—as your elegant, central home base.
Santa Barbara: Sun, Gardens & Exceptional Food in the American Riviera
Santa Barbara earns its nickname of the "American Riviera" effortlessly—terracotta rooftops against infinite blue sky, the Santa Ynez Mountains dipping toward white-sand beaches, and a food scene that quietly rivals any major California city. What makes it truly special is the layering: one afternoon you’re at Lotusland, walking among prehistoric cycads in a 37-acre garden that defies description; the next you’re at one of the oldest of the California missions found up and down the western edge of California, built over 200 years ago, and the courthouse clock tower watching the sun set over the Channel Islands. Staying at El Encanto puts you on the hillside above it all, with the entire city at your feet and the Pacific Ocean shimmering on the horizon. This guide is built around the belief that the best version of Santa Barbara is unhurried, local, and always close to the ocean.
Santa Barbara: Sun, Gardens & Exceptional Food in the American Riviera
Santa Barbara earns its nickname of the "American Riviera" effortlessly—terracotta rooftops against infinite blue sky, the Santa Ynez Mountains dipping toward white-sand beaches, and a food scene that quietly rivals any major California city. What makes it truly special is the layering: one afternoon you’re at Lotusland, walking among prehistoric cycads in a 37-acre garden that defies description; the next you’re at one of the oldest of the California missions found up and down the western edge of California, built over 200 years ago, and the courthouse clock tower watching the sun set over the Channel Islands. Staying at El Encanto puts you on the hillside above it all, with the entire city at your feet and the Pacific Ocean shimmering on the horizon. This guide is built around the belief that the best version of Santa Barbara is unhurried, local, and always close to the ocean.
Barcelona in 3 Days: Architecture, Music & Flamenco
Barcelona is one of those rare world class cities that rewards every sense simultaneously—Gaudi’s fantastical spires against an impossibly blue sky, the smell of salt air and coffee, the sound of jazz drifting from a Modernista hotel terrace. In three days, this itinerary takes you from the ancient stones of the Gothic Quarter to a flamenco stage, through palaces of music and art, and always back to a table of extraordinary food. I designed every hour of it around Hotel Casa Fuster on Passeig de Gracia—the most beautiful address in the city—as your elegant, central home base.
Barcelona in 3 Days: Architecture, Music & Flamenco
Barcelona is one of those rare world class cities that rewards every sense simultaneously—Gaudi’s fantastical spires against an impossibly blue sky, the smell of salt air and coffee, the sound of jazz drifting from a Modernista hotel terrace. In three days, this itinerary takes you from the ancient stones of the Gothic Quarter to a flamenco stage, through palaces of music and art, and always back to a table of extraordinary food. I designed every hour of it around Hotel Casa Fuster on Passeig de Gracia—the most beautiful address in the city—as your elegant, central home base.
Santa Barbara: Sun, Gardens & Exceptional Food in the American Riviera
Santa Barbara earns its nickname of the "American Riviera" effortlessly—terracotta rooftops against infinite blue sky, the Santa Ynez Mountains dipping toward white-sand beaches, and a food scene that quietly rivals any major California city. What makes it truly special is the layering: one afternoon you’re at Lotusland, walking among prehistoric cycads in a 37-acre garden that defies description; the next you’re at one of the oldest of the California missions found up and down the western edge of California, built over 200 years ago, and the courthouse clock tower watching the sun set over the Channel Islands. Staying at El Encanto puts you on the hillside above it all, with the entire city at your feet and the Pacific Ocean shimmering on the horizon. This guide is built around the belief that the best version of Santa Barbara is unhurried, local, and always close to the ocean.
Santa Barbara: Sun, Gardens & Exceptional Food in the American Riviera
Santa Barbara earns its nickname of the "American Riviera" effortlessly—terracotta rooftops against infinite blue sky, the Santa Ynez Mountains dipping toward white-sand beaches, and a food scene that quietly rivals any major California city. What makes it truly special is the layering: one afternoon you’re at Lotusland, walking among prehistoric cycads in a 37-acre garden that defies description; the next you’re at one of the oldest of the California missions found up and down the western edge of California, built over 200 years ago, and the courthouse clock tower watching the sun set over the Channel Islands. Staying at El Encanto puts you on the hillside above it all, with the entire city at your feet and the Pacific Ocean shimmering on the horizon. This guide is built around the belief that the best version of Santa Barbara is unhurried, local, and always close to the ocean.
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