Travel Advisor

Mara Bailey-Olson

She/Her

Expertise

West Coast USA,
Southeast Asia,
Africa,
Europe,
Boutique Travel,
Adventure Travel,
Mexico,
Family Travel

Travel Advisor

Mara Bailey-Olson

Profile details

About

When not wrangling three young kids or working as a pediatric nurse practitioner, I love hiking with friends, photography, wine and quenching my incessant wanderlust by researching and planning trips!

Travel style

I love a well-balanced trip that involves physical activity and adventure, rewarded by food, drinks and lounging. I also enjoy experiencing local cultures, sustainability and giving back, understated luxury in far off exotic places – knowing that reality of family and life often necessitates fun (closer) adventures too!

Favorite hotels

Hanging Gardens of Bali

Luxury resort located in the heart of the jungle in Ubud, Bali, offering lavish villas with private infinity pools and stunning rainforest views, a spa and gourmet restaurant.

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.

Hotel San Cristóbal Baja

Hotel San Cristóbal Baja is a serene beachfront retreat in Todos Santos, Mexico, offering bohemian-chic accommodations, vibrant dining and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.

Fora Perks

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$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.

Borgo Pignano

Luxe hillside property located on 750-acres with upscale rooms and suites in an 18th-century villa.

Fora Perks

★
$100 hotel / resort credit.
★
Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection

Napa Valley retreat with luxurious suites as well as plenty of wine, wellness options and epicurean treats.

Fora Perks

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$100 hotel / resort credit.
★
Breakfast daily.
★
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Mara's reviews

Mara went above and beyond to make our trip fantastic. She got us a better room at a lower rate than listed. We were also upgraded after that to a three bedroom penthouse. She also arranged a birthday cake to welcome us. Mara is reliable, responsive, and has great taste in hotels. Thank you!

Grace W.
Booked travel to Miami
February 2025

Mara was terrific about getting exactly what we wanted from a hotel. Her pro tips on car rental were very helpful.

Jennifer D.
Booked travel to Mexico
February 2025

Mara was wonderful, as always! We Look forward to using her again in the future!

Laura W.
Booked travel to Playa del Carmen
January 2025

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