Laurie Ochs

Laurie was a dream to work with! Never more than a phone call away and ready to help out in any way. The Fora staff in Japan had an excellent understanding of the city and that added so much to our experience. We had four guides while in Tokyo and each had great tidbits to share. Even a 6.4 earthquake didn’t slow them down. Would recommend these guides to anyone wanting a kind of ‘behind the scene's’ adventure. You won’t be disappointed!!!

Laurie is very knowledgeable and professional. She provided numerous options for our trip and we were able to easily customize the itinerary based on our preferences and budget. We had an amazing time.

Laurie is extremely pleasant to work with. She's very accommodating, going out of her way to find the best flight routings and hotels. I would work with Laurie again in a heartbeat, and I would recommend her to anyone in need of a travel agent.

As a freelance photographer with a week-long assignment at Graceland, I was initially unsure where to stay in Memphis. I contacted Laurie seeking accommodation near Graceland, but she recommended the Hotel Hu downtown instead. The hotel was not only charming and clean, but also ideally located. Laurie managed to secure a room upgrade to a suite, which truly elevated my stay. I'm incredibly grateful for Laurie's assistance; she not only suggested a fantastic hotel, but the upgrade was the pièce de résistance! Most importantly, Laurie truly cares about the quality of your travel experience.

Laurie did an amazing job with my reservation at The Yestman. Due to her request, my room was upgraded to a beautiful suite with an awesome view of the city. I was also invited to a private wine tasting in the hotel’s private cellar, which was a highlight of my trip. Laurie also informed the staff that I had a gluten allergy, and I was offered warm GF pastries one morning at breakfast. I love Laurie’s attention to details!