Travel Advisor

Katie McAvoy

She/Her

Expertise

Family Travel,
Group Travel,
Europe,
Hawaii,
Adventure Travel,
Family Travel,
“Ditch the Kids" Travel

Based in

Chicago

Travel Advisor

Katie McAvoy

Profile details

About

Destination daydreamer and family CEO (chauffeur, entertainment concierge and organizer) for three boys and a dog. I love Chicago, live music, books, pasta, nature and feelings of discovery.

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Travel style

I mix exploration and relaxation. I enjoy adventure travel, national parks and scuba / snorkeling, followed by relaxing in the hot tub or with a glass of wine. I usually take kids and / or friends along!

Katie's travel guides & trip reports

Body of water next to cliffs and green mountains during daytime

Guide

7 Days of Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure on Maui

Maui is magic. There is so much natural wonder to explore, both above and below the water. Swim in waterfalls. Watch sunrise or sunset above the clouds. Snorkel in crystal clear water right off the...

An orange, yellow, green and blue geysir in Yellowstone National Park with people standing around the outskirts.

Guide

Winter Escape to Yellowstone National Park from Bozeman, Montana

Yellowstone National Park is on most bucket lists, for good reason. The vast majority of people see it in the warmer months. Visiting Yellowstone and Montana in the winter, though, provides a...

Trip Report

Five Star Hotels in Chicago

Chicago might not be the first place you think of for a luxury getaway. As a local, I may be a bit biased, but if you love great food and fabulous five-star luxury hotels, you need to get here. Did I ...

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Favorite hotels

andbeyond Benguerra Island

Castaway to this Indian Ocean paradise, all pristine white-sand beaches, calm lagoons and charming thatched-roof cabins with private pools and salas.

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

A modern hotel in Cusco featuring an array of traditional Peruvian artifacts and artisanal work.

The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas

Premium resort on the shores of the Pacific Ocean with luxe studio and 1-to 2-bedroom villas.

The Hoxton, Williamsburg

Chic hotel in the trendy Williamsburg neighborhood featuring industrial-style rooms and a rooftop with panoramic city views.

Katie's reviews

Katie's a rockstar - Made our experience super easy and smooth. Katie is great at providing recommendations but also very flexible and happy to mold your travels to what you need. Super responsive, and has a lot of awesome insights.

Jimmy (James) J.
Booked travel to California
June 2024

Katie was great to work with. Listened very attentively and put together hotel and wine tasting tour options that offered a variety to chose from. Whether your travel plans are big or small, we would definitely recommend Katie for anyone looking for a travel advocate with experience.

Brian T.
Booked travel to California
September 2023

Katie met all our traveling needs and beyond!☺️

Heidi R.
Booked travel to Turks and Caicos
April 2024

Katie hit the nail right on the head with this recommendation! Perfect place to start our honeymoon, and would strongly recommend for future guests! Nicest hotel we've ever stayed in.

Brett K.
Booked travel to Saint-Tropez
June 2024

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