Travel Advisor
Samantha Platner
Expertise
- Europe,
- Rome,
- Florence,
- Amalfi Coast,
- Solo Travel,
- Group Travel
Based in
Fairfield, CT
Languages spoken
Italian
Profile details
About
My admiration for travel began on the iconic streets of Rome during a study abroad program in high school, just steps away from the breathtakingly beautiful Piazza Navona — love at first sight! Since then, Italy has become my cherished home away from home, capturing my heart.
For 17 years, I enthusiastically embraced my role as a publicist for prestigious global European luxury brands, with a particular focus on the iconic Italian brand, Prada. This remarkable career not only immersed me in the vibrant energy of New York City but also took me back and forth to the iconic runways of Milan Fashion Week.
Travel style
I’m passionate about unique journeys and immerse myself by diving into the heart of destinations — an experience that blends history with the vibrant pulse of current culture, seamlessly merging the past with the present. From serene Caribbean escapes to lively Italian shores and dynamic explorations in city gems like Vienna, Florence, and Budapest, each destination holds its allure.
Samantha 's travel guides & trip reports
Favorite hotels
Samantha 's reviews
This is my first experience with a travel advisor, and I think I really put her through it – I like to plan, but I knew I needed help because it was a solo 16-day, three-hotel trip, and I wanted to make sure it all went smoothly. Samantha helped me find all three hotel options, came up with alternatives when some weren't the vibe or price point I was looking for and took care of getting the rooms. She was able to get me perks in every hotel, and when I had an issue at one, she was able to smooth that out as well! She also added some unique tours and restaurant experiences, was able to keep up with my many requests and was so positive and helpful! I have another complicated trip coming up next year, and will be working with her again!
- Jennifer H.
Booked travel to France
- April 2025
Samantha made my life so much easier booking through her! Thank you.
- Nicholas Z.
Booked travel to Mexico City
- February 2025
Samantha was a pleasure to work with taking the stress out of planning my trip incorporating everything we asked in our initial planning call with her.
- Tara T.
Booked travel to England
- November 2024
Samantha made our trip planning a breeze! She took the lead and planned everything for us, so we just had to pack and show up; I loved it. We will certainly recommend her to friends and book with her again for our next adventure.
- Bella R.
Booked travel to Siena
- October 2024
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