Custom Travel Planning for Couples, Solo Travelers & Small Groups

From seamless hotel bookings to full-service trip design, I help you plan thoughtful, well-organized travel—without the overwhelm.

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A Better Way to Plan Travel

Planning a trip today can feel overwhelming—too many options, too much conflicting information, and not enough clarity on what’s actually worth your time and money.

I help simplify the process by offering:

Curated, personalized recommendations
Trusted hotel partnerships with added perks
Clear, organized planning support
A smoother, more enjoyable travel experience from start to finish

How I Work

I offer two ways to work together depending on the level of support you need:

🏨 Hotel Bookings (No Fee)

If you already have a plan and just need the right place to stay, I can:
– Recommend and book vetted hotels
– Unlock VIP perks like upgrades, breakfast and hotel credits
– Handle all booking details

There is no fee for hotel-only bookings.

✨ Full-Service Trip Planning (Planning Fee Applies)

For more complex trips, I offer comprehensive planning services, which may include:
– Custom itinerary design
– Transportation coordination
– Activity and tour recommendations
– Restaurant suggestions
– Ongoing support before and during your trip

Planning services are offered for a daily fee and are best suited for travelers who want a fully designed, start-to-finish experience.

Hotels

VIP Perks: Enjoy exclusive access to hotel upgrades, spa credits, early check-in, and more—thanks to trusted partnerships across the globe.

Cruises

From Caribbean cruises to Antarctic expeditions, let me handle the details.
Plus, you’ll get access to insider offers.

Tailored Itineraries

I can create a customized trip based entirely on your preferences and budget.

Travel Designed Around Your Style

I work with clients across a wide range of destinations worldwide, with particular experience in Central & South America, Europe, and nature-focused travel.

I most often plan trips for:

💑 Couples getaways
🧳 Solo travel
👯‍♀️ Small group trips

My clients tend to value:

Well-organized, seamless itineraries
Unique stays and great locations
A balance of structure and flexibility

While I can book a wide range of travel, I’m especially drawn to trips that include nature, wildlife, and meaningful experiences.

Why Work With a Travel Advisor?

Working with a travel advisor gives you access to better options, expert guidance, and a more streamlined planning experience.

Instead of spending hours researching, you’ll get:

Thoughtfully curated recommendations tailored to you
Insight into what’s actually worth booking
Help navigating logistics and details
Support before and during your trip

Through my travel partnerships, I can also offer added value at many hotels, including:

Complimentary breakfast
Room upgrades (when available)
Resort or hotel credits
Early check-in and late check-out

In many cases, these benefits come at the same price you’d find booking online.

A Thoughtful, Detail-Driven Approach

I’m known for being responsive, organized and detail-oriented—so the planning process feels easy, not overwhelming.

You won’t get endless lists of options. Instead, I provide a curated set of recommendations tailored to your preferences and travel style.

Whether you need simple hotel support or full-service trip planning, my goal is to make your experience smooth, efficient and enjoyable from start to finish.

Who I Work With

I’m a great fit for travelers who:

Want a well-organized, thoughtfully planned trip
Prefer curated recommendations over doing everything themselves
Value expert input and a streamlined process
Are planning travel as a couple, solo, or with a small group

I’m typically not the best fit for:

Families with young children

Travelers focused only on finding the absolute lowest price

About Me

I’m a frequent traveler who also loves birding. I’ve traveled extensively in the US, Mexico, South America, and Europe. I have a knack for finding incredible hotels and great restaurants.

I’m great at communication and organization, so you can be confident that details won’t fall through the cracks. Before becoming a travel advisor, I started this site to help budget birders plan trips. My business and this page have grown since then, and I can book any type of travel – birds and the outdoors are optional.

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Travel Planning FAQs

Find answers to commonly asked questions about working with a travel advisor

What is Fora?

Fora is the modern travel agency, making the experience of planning and booking trips SO much easier. You can think of Fora as my employer.

Aren’t travel agents long gone?

My deep relationships with hotel and travel partners allow me to give you the best trip possible. I work with clients to plan and book travel, making sure you get the most value out of your trip. I can help you book everything from a staycation to a bucket list safari.

Can’t I book the same thing on my own?

No! I have thousands of relationships with
hotels and partners that allow me to secure the best experience for my clients – getting you priority room upgrades, preferred rates, even spa credits.

Plus, I’m part of the Fora community with thousands of expert advisors. You’re getting my expertise AND the expertise of every single Fora Advisor I’m connected with.

Isn’t it more expensive to use a travel advisor?

No! Because hotel and travel partners love the clients that I bring to their properties, they pay me a fee to do just that.

There are instances when I may charge a planning fee, such as for flights, because these are non-commissionable. This will always be an upfront conversation. No suprises at the end.

Why did I find a lower price when I looked myself?

Working with me isn’t a discount service, it’s a value add service. I will always work with hotel partners to get you the best rates AND the best experience possible.

You might be able to find the cheapest room possible on Google or booking platforms, but did you know that room is right above the hotel nightclub and looks directly at a brick wall? And sometimes what might look like the cheapest rate is often not including taxes and fees that show up later in the booking.

By working with me, you’ll have insight into all of these things to make sure your experience is the best it can be. And if the rate you’ve found online is in fact the best, I can also book that for you, while flagging you as a preferred VIP guest with the hotel directly.

I love researching. I don’t need a travel advisor to tell me what to do.

Great! The beauty of working with me is that you can be as involved in the planning as much or as little as you’d like. If you want to do the legwork and be more involved – no problem! You can still do the research and come to me when you’re ready to do the actual booking.

I can add on the finishing touches (access to the upgrade, the free breakfast, or the rooms that adjoin) and make sure you’re getting the best value.

Why is working with you better than booking through my credit card portal?

I am the expert when it comes to my clients. I know your likes, dislikes, preferences – and that makes me uniquely qualified to deliver the best experience for you.

Booking online through credit card travel perks means you’re sacrificing that level of personalization and attention to detail.

If you’re not booking online through your credit card, the other option is waiting on hold to speak with a call center agent. Call centers can have thousands of agents, so you’re never getting the same person twice.

I already get upgrades, why should I book with you?

Yes, I know credit card travel perk programs offer things like $200 resort credits and free breakfast. But, I’ll let you in on a little secret: booking with me means you’re getting all of the same perks, but you’re prioritized for room upgrades before other customers.

Why?
Because the travel industry is all about relationships and mine go deep. Our team has decades of experience within the industry and during that time we’ve built meaningful relationships with hotels around the world (7,500+ to be exact). And it doesn’t stop at upgrades. I am part of nearly every major preferred partner program including Four Seasons Preferred, Hilton Impresario, Hyatt Privé, IHG Luxury and Lifestyle and Virtuoso Travel.

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5/5 – Excellent | 10 reviews

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Fora profile page

Marilyn was fantastic! She provided a lot of options within my price range and worked with my budget. She was quick to respond to all my needs and even followed up with our inns on the day of arrival to confirm are reservations. She was a pleasure to work with!

★★★★★

Elizabeth L.

Marilyn is clear and very responsive to work with. She makes planning our travel easy!

★★★★★

Mary R.

Marilyn offers the traveler options, based on their budget and criteria. She sends itineraries, intervenes when requested, and is wonderful to work with.

★★★★★

Helen I.

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