Travel Advisor

Lauren Kessler

She/Her

Expertise

Europe,
Central America,
Mexico,
Honeymoons,
Couples Travel

Travel Advisor

Lauren Kessler

Profile details

About

San Diego-based, part-time digital nomad working from a US time zone. When I’m not doing yoga or tending to my plants, I’m planning your next getaway! Travel is my art form.

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Travel style

Former hostel backpacker, now four-star hotel adventurer. I believe that people can see the world in style without breaking the bank. My favorite trips include a healthy mix of restful down time, outdoor adventures and sightseeing… oh and mezcalitas!

Lauren's travel guides & trip reports

A couple posing for a photo at the top of a mountain by the water

Trip Report

Site Inspection at AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach

In October 2024, my spouse and I embarked on our honeymoon to Indonesia. After a blissful week in Bali, we hopped on a short 45-minute flight to Komodo Airport in Lubuan Bajo, located on the...

Cacti landscape on dry hills during daytime.

Guide

La Paz, Mexico - Explore Cabo’s Laid Back Counterpart

If La Paz, Mexico, were described as Cabo San Lucas's younger sibling, it might be depicted as a quieter, more laid-back destination with a focus on natural beauty and outdoor adventures. While Cabo...

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Favorite hotels

Maslina Resort

An under-the-radar find for romance and spa time, on the quiet north coast of Hvar.

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.

Masseria Calderisi

Tranquil farm property in a building from the 17th-century luxe rooms and suites.

Fora Perks

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$20 spa credit.
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Welcome treat in room on arrival.
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Upgrade & guaranteed late check-out.

Pacuare Lodge

Eco-hotel on the banks of a white-water river featuring indigenous Cabécar-inspired architecture, access to rainforests and farm-to-table cuisine.

Fora Perks

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Romantic candle-lit dinner.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Baja Club

A dreamy boutique lifestyle hotel housed in a restored 20th-century villa.

Fora Perks

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$25 hotel / resort credit.
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Welcome amenity.
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Upgrade & late check-out whenever possible.

Lauren's reviews

I loved working with Lauren on our Croatia trip! She was very knowledgeable about the area and arranged an itinerary that was exactly our speed. Can't wait to use her again for our next trip!

Lauren H.
Booked travel to Dubrovnik
May 2024

Annette E.
Booked travel to Italy
May 2024

Lauren was an exceptional travel advisor. This was a small trip, but no detail was too small for Lauren. She worked hard to make sure the hotel fit everything I was looking for. She is the best travel agent I have ever worked with and has a wonderful personality which made the experience seamless. Thanks again Lauren! I look forward to using you for all of my future travels.

Ryan K.
Booked travel to San Francisco
April 2024

Working with Lauren for booking our trip was great! It took a lot of stress off of us and we really enjoyed all of her inside tips and recommendations. She was always available for questions and made the trip go so smoothly!

Isabella E.
Booked travel to Venice
March 2024

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