Travel Advisor
Kim Hardcastle
She/Her
Expertise
- France,
- Morocco,
- Southern and Central California,
- Luxury Travel,
- Boutique Travel
Profile details
About
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.
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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.
Kim's travel guides & trip reports
Favorite hotels
Amangani
A private resort near Jackson Hole with contemporary rustic architecture, with the option to discover outdoor adventure, and the extraordinary natural beauty of Wyoming.
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.
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Located in the hills of Santa Barbara, this iconic resort dates back to 1918.
Fora Perks
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$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Le Pavillon de la Reine
Sophisticated hotel with contemporary, mosaic-tiled rooms and suites, located in one of Paris' oldest neighborhoods.
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.
The Peninsula Tokyo
Luxe high-rise hotel with upscale rooms and suites offering city views.
Fora Perks
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$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Kim's reviews
The only thing I would change if I could is I should have done more research on this hotel. For example I would not have booked it knowing they promote “day use”. It was hard for Kim as I didn’t want to spend a lot of money. It was our last night, flying out early in the morning. Big mistake! We ended up at SO Paris. That hotel I can say I would recommend to anyone, it was amazing.
- Shari G.
Booked travel to Paris
- January 2024
Kim was so helpful! She walked me through my options patiently with all of my considerations in mind. She had great recommendations and found the perfect place for our trip.
- Rachel W.
Booked travel to Chicago
- December 2023
Kim is the best!!
- Katherine W.
Booked travel to California
- January 2024
I cannot say enough good things about working with Kim. She has helped my family now with several trips that vary in length, budget, location, etc. and she takes the process incredibly seriously and provides such thoughtful care and consideration for our wants/needs. She is the best! 10/10 experience working with Kim.
- Leigh J.
Booked travel to Tennessee
- December 2023
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