Travel Advisor
Padma Hariharan
She/Her
Expertise
- India,
- Costa Rica,
- Japan,
- Western Europe,
- Mexico,
- Couples Travel
Based in
The Live Music Capital of the world - Austin, TX
Languages spoken
English, Hindi, Tamil
Profile details
About
I love experiencing new places and cultures. Avid photographer and wannabe astronomer.
Travel style
Former corporate traveler, now exploring leisure travel. A perfect day for me is learning something new about the place I’m visiting, exploring nature and coming back to a serene place to enjoy the perfect Manhattan. I’d love to share my travel experiences and help others have memorable vacations!
Padma's travel guides & trip reports
The Sights and Tastes of Marrakech
5 Sustainable Days in Chennai, India
Best Resorts in Cabo San Lucas for Couples
A Romantic Weekend in Dar Ahlam, Skoura, Morocco
Property Spotlight: Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Favorite hotels
French Quarter Inn
A hidden gem tucked just off Market Street in downtown Charleston, this intimate boutique hotel feels like visiting the home of a charming Southern friend.
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
In the center of the Riviera Maya, surrounded by the white-sand Akumal beach, Secrets Akumal offers unlimited dining and drinks, luxurious spas and golfing.
Fora Perks
- ★
Hotel / resort credit.
- ★
Welcome amenity.
- ★
Breakfast daily.
- ★
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
The Westin Reserva Conchal, An All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Along Costa Rica’s northern Pacific coast, a family-friendly all-inclusive on 2,400 acres between the beach and lush forest.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 food / beverage credit.
- ★
Welcome amenity.
- ★
Breakfast daily.
- ★
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Padma's travel photos
Padma's reviews
Padma is an exceptional travel advisor. She is very knowledgeable about the places we want to visit and make recommendations tailored to suit our family needs. She is extremely efficient and took care of every little detail for my family. Padma will be our “go-to” family vacation planner from now on. Huge thanks to her for staying patient as my family made big changes along the way.
- Apsara S.
Booked travel to Jaipur
- July 2024
Padma has been a joy to work with, and I intend to work with her again! I was so impressed with the way she took in my (unique) preferences for travel and worked hard to find great accommodations and tours for us. Communication was easy via text and reference-able via email, which made everything super smooth. Thanks Padma!
- Hannah M.
Booked travel to Naples
- July 2024
Padma was SO attentive and helpful in booking our honeymoon to Italy. I love the process of researching hotels for vacations, but after awhile tend to get analysis paralysis. Her input was so helpful and made it all so much less stressful. She made these spreadsheets with hotel options for each location, complete with links and prices that made it so organized and easy. She took note of everything we said we were looking for, and found hotels that perfectly fit our needs. She even periodically checked with Expedia to see if any better deals for our chosen hotels popped up, and on one of the bookings, saved us several hundred dollars by cancelling the original reservation and rebooking us through Expedia. She really went above and beyond. She booked all of our train and ferry travel for us for a nominal fee, which took so much stress out of the planning process for me. Upon arrival at each of our hotels, we received a bottle of wine in our room, along with a beautiful bouquet and note from her. We would ABSOLUTELY utilize her services again. Couldn’t have been more thrilled with the thoughtfulness and care she provided.
- Nathan D.
Booked travel to Sorrento
- May 2024
Padma knew we wanted to stay at more boutique hotels and this fit the bill!
- Mary B.
Booked travel to Tokyo
- March 2024
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