Robert Schwartz
Based in New York City area - formerly Virginia, San Francisco, & Chicago
Japanese - a tiny bit a long time ago
Robert Schwartz
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My Story
My wife and I joke that whenever I plan a trip to travel somewhere, our itinerary ends up in the NYT travel section six months later.
A New York based wanderlust. Currently a dad explorer with my family. As a former around-the-world solo traveler who has been to 38 countries and 45 states, I can introduce you to the best food, wines, hotels, and cultures around the world.
Travel Style
Family, couple, solo travel—I’ve done it all. Planes, trains, automobiles, boats—I’ve taken them all. From luxe 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay (Kauai) to cosmopolitan chic Le Bains (Paris) to romantic value Embrace Calistoga (Napa B&B), I’ll find the destination that fits your goals. If you are looking for food and wine recommendations, then you’ve come to the right spot. I can work on everything from super luxury to mid-range, Love city chic, local and authentic, and anything from romantic couples to family adventure. My favorite way to travel is to build tent-pole itineraries that combine a few pre-planned key activities with room for serendipity.
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Reviews (6)
Laura K.
travel to Hawai'i
23 days ago
Rob was incredibly helpful and a total joy to work with! He gave great recommendations and made it so easy to book our room. We got a much better deal than if we had booked ourselves, plus free breakfasts and an upgraded room in a great location. We arrived in our room hungry after a long day of travel and were delighted to find an array of delicious local snacks and treats, courtesy of Rob. He checked in to make sure everything was to our liking, which it was, and gave us a list of fun things to do, eat, and explore in the area. I would highly recommend booking with Rob and we will certainly be booking with Rob again for a future vacation. Thank you!!
Madeleine B.
travel to Colorado
about 2 months ago
Working with Rob for the second time was a fantastic experience, just as expected. He was prompt and clear in his communication and gave us invaluable local tips on lodging, dining, and getting around. His childhood roots in the area really shine through in his deep knowledge of the ski trails and conditions. Highly recommended, and we’d love to work with him again!
Sheryl S.
travel to Madeira
4 months ago
Our stay at the Savoy Palace was wonderful. We had a Superior Ocean View room with a balcony. What a view. The king bed was very comfortable and we slept well. Housekeeping came in twice a day and our room as always clean. The bath area had a large shower and was very nice.
The staff at the hotel was excellent and cared about the guests. We loved the outdoor pool area, and the the spa. The massages were great. The food at the hotel’s restaurants was very tasty and the breakfast buffet had a very large selection of different breakfast foods. The hotel’s location was within walking distance to old town Funchal.
Shujun T.
travel to Lucerne
6 months ago
Super easy, super fast, super accurate. Could not ask for more.
Julia B.
travel to New Hampshire
11 months ago
Appreciated that Rob was quick, thoughtful, and helped me find a good spot in my price range
Laura K.
travel to Hawai'i
23 days ago
Rob was incredibly helpful and a total joy to work with! He gave great recommendations and made it so easy to book our room. We got a much better deal than if we had booked ourselves, plus free breakfasts and an upgraded room in a great location. We arrived in our room hungry after a long day of travel and were delighted to find an array of delicious local snacks and treats, courtesy of Rob. He checked in to make sure everything was to our liking, which it was, and gave us a list of fun things to do, eat, and explore in the area. I would highly recommend booking with Rob and we will certainly be booking with Rob again for a future vacation. Thank you!!
Madeleine B.
travel to Colorado
about 2 months ago
Working with Rob for the second time was a fantastic experience, just as expected. He was prompt and clear in his communication and gave us invaluable local tips on lodging, dining, and getting around. His childhood roots in the area really shine through in his deep knowledge of the ski trails and conditions. Highly recommended, and we’d love to work with him again!
Sheryl S.
travel to Madeira
4 months ago
Our stay at the Savoy Palace was wonderful. We had a Superior Ocean View room with a balcony. What a view. The king bed was very comfortable and we slept well. Housekeeping came in twice a day and our room as always clean. The bath area had a large shower and was very nice.
The staff at the hotel was excellent and cared about the guests. We loved the outdoor pool area, and the the spa. The massages were great. The food at the hotel’s restaurants was very tasty and the breakfast buffet had a very large selection of different breakfast foods. The hotel’s location was within walking distance to old town Funchal.
Shujun T.
travel to Lucerne
6 months ago
Super easy, super fast, super accurate. Could not ask for more.
Travel ideas (1)
From Harry Potter to Tiptoeing Through Tulips: A Unique Kind of Eurostar Family Vacation
One challenge of family trips when well-traveled is finding the right balance. Balancing activities for kids and adults. Balancing must see international staples and new, exciting adventures. Doing things that are culturally of a place—but that don’t have the kids rebelling against it. This trip to London and the Netherlands balances it all.
From Harry Potter to Tiptoeing Through Tulips: A Unique Kind of Eurostar Family Vacation
One challenge of family trips when well-traveled is finding the right balance. Balancing activities for kids and adults. Balancing must see international staples and new, exciting adventures. Doing things that are culturally of a place—but that don’t have the kids rebelling against it. This trip to London and the Netherlands balances it all.
From Harry Potter to Tiptoeing Through Tulips: A Unique Kind of Eurostar Family Vacation
One challenge of family trips when well-traveled is finding the right balance. Balancing activities for kids and adults. Balancing must see international staples and new, exciting adventures. Doing things that are culturally of a place—but that don’t have the kids rebelling against it. This trip to London and the Netherlands balances it all.
From Harry Potter to Tiptoeing Through Tulips: A Unique Kind of Eurostar Family Vacation
One challenge of family trips when well-traveled is finding the right balance. Balancing activities for kids and adults. Balancing must see international staples and new, exciting adventures. Doing things that are culturally of a place—but that don’t have the kids rebelling against it. This trip to London and the Netherlands balances it all.
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