Travel Advisor

Katherine Kelly

She/Her

Expertise

City Travel,
Spain,
Chicago,
London,
Istanbul,
Mexico City

Based in

Chicago, Illinois

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Travel Advisor

Katherine Kelly

Profile details

About

A Chicago-based, travel-obsessed educator with a passion for travel and learning new cultures and languages.

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Travel style

I love planning my travel around food, especially a place where I can wander through neighborhoods and stop in for a drink and pastry. I'm always looking for the best local experiences a place has to offer as locals know best. I believe that it is important to give back to the community you are traveling to as much as possible, so look for experiences and places to stay that are run by locals. I love combining budget-friendly places with once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Favorite hotels

Seven Hills Palace

Indulge in regal elegance and rejuvenation at Seven Hills Palace Hotel and Spa in Istanbul, where timeless luxury meets serene relaxation.

Wilde Aparthotels, Manchester, St. Peter's Square

Modern aparthotel offering stylish, fully-equipped apartments in the heart of Manchester with easy access to key attractions, shopping and dining.

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

Historic, family-run estate in the Scottish Highlands set within a 15th-century castle, offering cozy rooms with scenic views of the surrounding mountains and countryside.

Historico Central Hotel

An elegant fusion of history and luxury in the heart of the city.

Isles of Glencoe Hotel

Lakeside hotel on the shores of Loch Leven in the Scottish Highlands. The hotel features a restaurant, indoor pool and easy access to outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking.

39 Kalamış Marina Otel & Restoran

Boutique hotel offering stylish rooms with views of the Istanbul marina, featuring an on-site restaurant serving Turkish and international cuisine.

Katherine's travel photos

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Katherine's reviews

Katie did an excellent job coordinating with 5 very different travelers. She provided several options based on our preferences (for hotels as well as Air B&B’s) and we ended up with very good lodging. Would heartily recommend Katie’s travel services.

Mark R.
Booked travel to Copenhagen
June 2025

Katie helped simplify the travel selection process by listening to my needs and preferences and giving me three great choices. I would definitely work with her again.

Theodore S.
Booked travel to Louisiana
May 2025

As with all my trips I’ve booked through Katie, all the details were taken care of and I just needed to show up and enjoy the fruits of Katie’s labors.

Charles K.
Booked travel to Indiana
May 2025

Couldn't have been better. Will definitely use Ms. Kelly again in the future.

David R.
Booked travel to United States
April 2025

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