Kim Hardcastle
She/Her
Based in Ojai, California
English, French
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My Story
I've always got wanderlust so my pet-sitter is on speed dial. I live in magical Ojai, CA—so, home is pretty great, but my soul lives in France.
Travel Style
I started my career with The Ritz-Carlton, so I'm a bit of a hotel snob (but in the best way). I love the beach and the mountains, Michelin-star-worthy food, and watching the world go by from sidewalk cafes.
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Reviews (59)
Katherine W.
13 days ago
Thanks for making it all so easy and seamless for us!
Catherine H.
14 days ago
Kim was so great! She helped us plan a very last minute trip to London and Paris. I had a long list of places we wanted to see - eat - shop - etc. and she helped us figure out how to fit it all in. She booked many things in advance for us which was great and was also flexible and helpful when we requested to make last minute changes. Even though she was in California and we were in Europe she was always available and made sure we had the information we needed in advance. I would for sure plan a trip with Kim again.
Liz S.
a month ago
Awesome experience, very helpful! Thank you!
Chowning H.
a month ago
Kim was the consummate guide in helping us create an incredible trip. We’d asked for opinions when examining experiences and other details, and Kim’s recommendations were fantastic. So grateful that we ended up doing the private tour of Sian Ka’an. It was a highlight and something we won’t forget.
Russell L.
a month ago
Kim did a great job assuring an easy transition from our room night to our A&K tour.
Katherine W.
13 days ago
Thanks for making it all so easy and seamless for us!
Catherine H.
14 days ago
Kim was so great! She helped us plan a very last minute trip to London and Paris. I had a long list of places we wanted to see - eat - shop - etc. and she helped us figure out how to fit it all in. She booked many things in advance for us which was great and was also flexible and helpful when we requested to make last minute changes. Even though she was in California and we were in Europe she was always available and made sure we had the information we needed in advance. I would for sure plan a trip with Kim again.
Liz S.
a month ago
Awesome experience, very helpful! Thank you!
Chowning H.
a month ago
Kim was the consummate guide in helping us create an incredible trip. We’d asked for opinions when examining experiences and other details, and Kim’s recommendations were fantastic. So grateful that we ended up doing the private tour of Sian Ka’an. It was a highlight and something we won’t forget.
Travel ideas (2)
Paris: A Deeper Cut
Friends constantly asking me where to go and what to do in Paris is part of the reason I got into the travel advisor biz. I always had a running list of people to send my favorite spots to, but strangely no one booked a trip with me to go there until well after a year into my new business. I think everyone feels like they can do Paris on their own. And while that’s true—it’s such a vast and endless place to explore—having a friend who lived there and also happens to be a travel advisor is a better place to start. While the hits are hits for a reason (who can resist the sparkling Eiffel Tower at night?), my curated list of places to see goes a little bit deeper than the well trodden tourist path and has been honed over 30 years of living and visiting the City of Lights.
Paris: A Deeper Cut
Friends constantly asking me where to go and what to do in Paris is part of the reason I got into the travel advisor biz. I always had a running list of people to send my favorite spots to, but strangely no one booked a trip with me to go there until well after a year into my new business. I think everyone feels like they can do Paris on their own. And while that’s true—it’s such a vast and endless place to explore—having a friend who lived there and also happens to be a travel advisor is a better place to start. While the hits are hits for a reason (who can resist the sparkling Eiffel Tower at night?), my curated list of places to see goes a little bit deeper than the well trodden tourist path and has been honed over 30 years of living and visiting the City of Lights.
A Guide to California's Lesser-Known Wine Country
Most people have heard of Napa Valley and Sonoma, but a lesser-known alternative (also my favorite of the two) is the Santa Ynez Valley in northern Santa Barbara County. Accessible to all of SoCal, a short two hours from LA and in the beautiful Central Coast, the SYV offers a diverse cluster of charming small towns, amazing food and wine, relaxing vistas and world class accommodations.
A Guide to California's Lesser-Known Wine Country
Most people have heard of Napa Valley and Sonoma, but a lesser-known alternative (also my favorite of the two) is the Santa Ynez Valley in northern Santa Barbara County. Accessible to all of SoCal, a short two hours from LA and in the beautiful Central Coast, the SYV offers a diverse cluster of charming small towns, amazing food and wine, relaxing vistas and world class accommodations.
Paris: A Deeper Cut
Friends constantly asking me where to go and what to do in Paris is part of the reason I got into the travel advisor biz. I always had a running list of people to send my favorite spots to, but strangely no one booked a trip with me to go there until well after a year into my new business. I think everyone feels like they can do Paris on their own. And while that’s true—it’s such a vast and endless place to explore—having a friend who lived there and also happens to be a travel advisor is a better place to start. While the hits are hits for a reason (who can resist the sparkling Eiffel Tower at night?), my curated list of places to see goes a little bit deeper than the well trodden tourist path and has been honed over 30 years of living and visiting the City of Lights.
Paris: A Deeper Cut
Friends constantly asking me where to go and what to do in Paris is part of the reason I got into the travel advisor biz. I always had a running list of people to send my favorite spots to, but strangely no one booked a trip with me to go there until well after a year into my new business. I think everyone feels like they can do Paris on their own. And while that’s true—it’s such a vast and endless place to explore—having a friend who lived there and also happens to be a travel advisor is a better place to start. While the hits are hits for a reason (who can resist the sparkling Eiffel Tower at night?), my curated list of places to see goes a little bit deeper than the well trodden tourist path and has been honed over 30 years of living and visiting the City of Lights.
A Guide to California's Lesser-Known Wine Country
Most people have heard of Napa Valley and Sonoma, but a lesser-known alternative (also my favorite of the two) is the Santa Ynez Valley in northern Santa Barbara County. Accessible to all of SoCal, a short two hours from LA and in the beautiful Central Coast, the SYV offers a diverse cluster of charming small towns, amazing food and wine, relaxing vistas and world class accommodations.
A Guide to California's Lesser-Known Wine Country
Most people have heard of Napa Valley and Sonoma, but a lesser-known alternative (also my favorite of the two) is the Santa Ynez Valley in northern Santa Barbara County. Accessible to all of SoCal, a short two hours from LA and in the beautiful Central Coast, the SYV offers a diverse cluster of charming small towns, amazing food and wine, relaxing vistas and world class accommodations.