Travel Advisor
Karen Chen
She/Her
Expertise
- Europe,
- Latin America,
- Asia,
- Food & Wine,
- Luxury Travel
Profile details
About
Hello! I'm a content creator who's been to over 35 countries, lived on three continents and is always trying to explore more. I love beautifully designed hotels, wandering cities on foot (bonus if I stumble upon amazing bakeries), palm trees and turquoise water, chatting with locals and creating Google maps with all the best places to eat and drink. I've always felt the most alive and happy while traveling and I'm a firm believer that it's one of the absolute best things you can do with your time and money.
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Travel style
My main focus when planning travel is putting together authentic, memorable experiences, whether that means going on an excursion with local artisans, shopping at a local market, reaching the peak of a challenging hike, getting pampered with a massage right on the beach or just staying a few days at an unforgettable hotel. Even better if one trip encompasses them all, and many can! After years of packed itineraries, however, I now believe the best trips include ample time to unwind — and accommodations that you can really enjoy doing that in. I'll work with your interests and budget to create experiences you'll hopefully remember for years to come, and to make your trip as seamless and enjoyable as possible by focusing on the details, service and planning so that you don't have to.
Favorite hotels
Cap Rocat
Romantic former fortress overlooking the Bay of Palma – adults only.
Masseria Torre Maizza, A Rocco Forte Hotel
Chic Rocco Forte resort made for alfresco farm-to-table dining and cocktails with Adriatic views.
Fora Perks
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$100 food / beverage credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Chez Georges
Hilltop property in Rio de Janeiro's Santa Teresa neighborhood with laid-back rooms and suites.
Casa do Rio
Chic hotel surrounded by vineyards with sophisticated rooms and suites offering views of the Douro River.
Get in touch with Karen
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