Travel Advisor

Joanne Kelly
Expertise
- Family Travel,
- Western Europe,
- Southeast Asia,
- USA
Based in
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Languages spoken
Profile details
About
A passionate world traveler, a detailed planner and a CPA who loves exploring the world and seeking new adventures, always with her same Starbucks chai in hand.
Travel style
Having traveled to more than 50 countries and having lived on three continents, I know that traveling is more than just a passion — it is a way of life. I am often planning my next trip before my current trip even starts! I love creating unforgettable experiences and lifetime memories. I plan my travel around the whole experience, from local food and wine to amazing excursions to sensational accommodations. It’s like a puzzle, putting the pieces together to form a one-of-a-kind experience. From renting a villa in Tuscany with a private chef to riding a Tuk-Tuk through the bustling streets of Hanoi, the world is a fascinating place!
Favorite hotels
Joanne's reviews
I have traveled to Maui at least a dozen times since my childhood. Throughout the years, I spent most of my days lounging at a beach or poolside, but I had never visited the island's national park or volcano. After a phone call with Joanne, she gave me three options for sunrise tours to Haleakala. Once I decided on the tour, she contacted the company and booked it for me. When I got to Hawaii, I overheard a couple talking about going on a catamaran to Lanai to snorkel. It sounded interesting, so I contacted Joanne again about booking me on the snorkel trip. It turned out that the only snorkeling trip available was on the same day that I had already booked for the volcano. Knowing how much I wanted to do both, Joanne contacted both companies and made it happen. I didn't have to do anything myself! Both tour companies were stellar, plus it was so easy to go through Joanne because she listened to what I wanted and found the companies that fit my criteria perfectly
- Marnie Z.
Booked travel to Maui
- April 2025
Joanne was knowledgeable about the area and got us a room upgrade for the base rate at this hotel. She was super responsive and did research for us to get a place that worked for our needs and our budget. Thanks Joanne! We ready to start working with her again for our next trip!
- Lisa B.
Booked travel to Honolulu
- April 2025

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