Travel Advisor

Michelle Cassidy

She/Her

Expertise

Group Travel,
Honeymoon,
Caribbean,
Europe

Based in

Philadelphia, PA

Travel Advisor

Michelle Cassidy

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About

I'm a full-time marketing and events professional who is always planning my next adventure. Friends and family come to me for travel recommendations because I love researching the best places to stay, eat and play.

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Travel style

My travel style varies because I want to see everything the world has to offer. From relaxing poolside in St. Barths with my husband to glamping under the stars in the Sahara Desert with friends, I'm here for all of it!

Michelle's travel guides & trip reports

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Where to Eat, Stay and Play in Holbox

Getting to Holbox requires a little bit of work, but this slice of paradise is well worth it. Fly to Cancun, take a two-hour shuttle to Chiquilá, then a short ferry and finally, a golf cart taxi to...

Trip Report

The Belle of Broad Street: Philadelphia’s Bellevue Hotel

The Bellevue Hotel is back, and it was worth the wait. Now part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, this glorious Philadelphia institution has been modernized while still retaining its historic charm.

Guide

A Winter Week in Scandinavia

If you’ve ever dreamed of chasing the Northern Lights, spending cozy days curled up with a book while watching the snow fall and visiting gorgeous historical cities, Scandinavia is hard to beat....

A sandy pathway leading to a beach with palm trees

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Where to Eat, Stay and Play in St. Barths

St. Barths holds a special place in my heart; it was the location of my honeymoon, a milestone birthday trip and romantic vacations with my husband. I instantly fell in love with the vibe – French...

A street aligned with colorful blue, yellow and pink buildings surrounded by green trees and a hanging pot of pink flowers.

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A Long Weekend in San Miguel de Allende

Located four hours north of Mexico City by bus or car, San Miguel de Allende is well worth the trip. Walk the cobblestone streets of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and discover fantastic restaurants, ...

Villa plunge pool with a view of nature at Casa Chameleon on a cloudy day.

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The Best Boutique Hotels in Costa Rica’s Arenal and Guanacaste Regions

Intimate, unique, and with a focus on design, boutique hotels are perfect for vacationers in search of rest and relaxation. Though they may not offer the same amenities as some of the larger brands,...

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Favorite hotels

Hotel Christopher Saint-Barth

An absolute gem of a hotel with a superb design, expansive beachfront pool and French Riviera fare — perfect for a romantic holiday.

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.

Kempinski Hotel Aqaba

A Red Sea stunner in the heart of Aqaba’s beach, restaurant and nightlife attractions.

Fora Perks

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Hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

The Ampersand Hotel

This stylish Kensington hotel from 1888 combines contemporary excellence and classic English charm with 111-rooms, a bar, restaurant and drawing rooms.

Fora Perks

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Welcome amenity.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & guaranteed late check-out.

Live Aqua San Miguel de Allende Urban Resort

Where old world charm meets contemporary luxury, offering a truly immersive experience in the heart of Mexico's artistic gem.

Fora Perks

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$100 food / beverage or spa credit.
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VIP welcome & amenity.
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Breakfast daily.

Casa Chameleon Las Catalinas

Contemporary and refined, each of 21 sunset villas feature their own salt water plunge pool and mesmerizing Pacific ocean views, located near Las Catalinas.

Fora Perks

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VIP welcome treats.
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Upgrade whenever possible.

Michelle's reviews

Excellent in helping us book the trip.

Valerie S.
Booked travel to Playa del Carmen
March 2025

I cannot praise Michelle enough for her amazing work as my travel agent! She’s an absolute professional to work with and goes above and beyond to make sure my family and I are taking care of. Plus the FORA benefits really came in handy this past trip. We had a very late flight on checkout day and we were able to get a complimentary later check out due to FORA. I’d highly recommend Michelle to anyone and will certainly use her again!!

Allison D.
Booked travel to Hawai'i
March 2025

We love working with Michelle. She put together another fabulous vacation for us, especially with her recommendations for the excursions. The tours exceeded our expectations. This Iceland adventure would never have come together if it weren't for her. Now we have life-long memories from a beautiful country. Thank you!

Corey A.
Booked travel to Reykjavík
March 2025

Michelle was amazing every step of the way in assisting with the booking of our Anniversary trip. She was responsive and proactive about helping us a secure a great deal on the resort that we booked by letting us know about all of the promotional sales that were running and the time (and reminding us to book before the sale ended as well). Will definitely be booking with Michelle in the future!

Rachel H.
Booked travel to The Caribbean
March 2025

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