Advisor - Kari Bonafilia

Kari Bonafilia

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    Based in Walla Walla, Washington

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Food & Wine
Cruise
France
Argentina
Spain

My Story

A wine-loving world traveler, I am always planning my next trip on land or the high seas.

Travel Style

Experiencing a place through its food and wine is what I'm passionate about — at cozy cafes, local markets and maybe even a cooking class or two. Wine tastings and delicious meals are my travel must-haves — especially finding hidden gems and unexpected flavors off the beaten path. I love a fancy cruise with all the bells and whistles, but I'm also down for a charming local adventure.

Reviews (15)

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Bruce P.

travel by cruise

3 months ago

Kari helped us get our act together and shared a bonus for on-ship experiences, like a great massage. I would definitely use Kari again for my travel advisor.

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Terrance R.

travel by cruise

3 months ago

Kari,

Thank you for guiding us through the process. I look forward to working with you to plan my next vacation.

Thank you!!

Terrance Rosario

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Cheryl F.

travel by cruise

8 months ago

I would like to express my sincere appreciation for Kari and the exceptional support she provided while planning my trip to Antarctica.

From the very beginning, Kari was an excellent advisor and guide. She kept me informed every step of the way and helped me select the cruise line that best matched what I was looking for. Once we made our decision, she patiently answered countless questions about the cruise, what to pack (and just as importantly, what not to overpack), and how to best prepare for the journey.

Kari consistently went above and beyond—sending timely reminders ahead of important deadlines such as excursion sign-ups and dinner reservations, advising me on the best arrival and departure dates to minimize stress, and providing a detailed day-by-day itinerary filled with helpful tips and insights. Her guidance made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable, and allowed me to fully focus on the excitement of the trip.

Thanks to Kari’s expertise and thoughtful planning, this truly was the best trip ever. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

THANK YOU, KARI!

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Jeffrey B.

travel by cruise

about 1 year ago

Kari did a great job planning this trip to include guiding the ship decision. She also provided valuable excursion recommendations to match my interests. We extended our trip before and after the cruise with Kari's help as well.

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Pam C.

travel by cruise

about 1 year ago

She had planned and organized the entire trip to perfection. As a first time cruise, my experience was made so much more enjoyable and stress free. She made sure I was well taken care of.

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Travel photos

View of spices at a market in Avignon
View of advisor squatting in fields of lavender on a cloudy day
View of a beautiful old city on a hillside during the day
View of a narrow empty street in Marseille on a sunny day