Hi! I’m Krista, Your West Palm Beach Travel Agent

As your West Palm Beach travel agent—I live in downtown West Palm Beach—I'm passionate about crafting extraordinary travel experiences for my clients. Imagine yourself whisked away to breathtaking destinations, experiencing unique cultures, and indulging in unforgettable adventures – that's the kind of travel I help curate.

First, a little about me…

I grew up in Long Island, NY and graduated with a degree in English and German from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend Indiana. I also hold my MBA from The University of Chicago. I lived in London for over 10 years—I used to work in finance—but I’ve lived and worked all over the world. Beyond the UK, I’ve spent extended amounts of time living in Austria, Germany, Sweden, and Brazil. My family has always had a deep connection to South Florida — my grandparents lived in Stuart and my parents have owned property in Fort Lauderdale for years. I moved to West Palm Beach in 2019 to be closer to my elderly mom who has Parkinson’s Disease. My move back to the US kickstarted my career here as West Palm Beach travel agent.

I've been fortunate to explore over 75 countries myself, and with this wealth of experience, I can design personalized itineraries that cater to your specific interests and budget. Whether you crave a luxury river cruise, an ocean voyage, or a custom Italian escape or Greek adventure, I can transform your travel dreams into reality...from right here in West Palm Beach!

Here's what sets me apart as your West Palm Beach travel agent:

• Virtuoso Amenities: I am a Virtuoso travel agent, which means I can VIP your trip with extra perks like complimentary breakfast at hotels and onboard credits on cruises.

• Cruise and Hotel Relationships: Every week, I am meeting with hotels and cruise lines to get to know their products and facilitate your trip. As your West Palm Beach travel agent, I have a contact pretty much everywhere you want to go. I’d call it a Rolodex but that would age me!!

• Personalized Approach: I take the time to understand your travel preferences, budget, and dream destinations. This allows me to craft itineraries that are not just generic packages, but customized to what you are looking for. I will meet with you over Zoom to get to know you. I am not transactional. I am relationship-based. As you West Palm Beach travel agent, this means I am your person and your advocate. I’m not farming you out to someone inexperienced.

• In-Depth Knowledge: My extensive travel experience, coupled with my ongoing research, ensures that I'm up-to-date on the latest travel trends, hidden gems, and insider tips. As your West Palm Beach travel agent, I can steer you towards both popular and off-the-beaten-path destinations, along with the right cruise provider or hotel stay for your trip.

• Stress-Free Planning: Trip planning can be overwhelming. As your West Palm Beach travel agent, let me handle the logistics, researching accommodations, activities, and ensuring a seamless travel flow. You can relax and focus on the anticipation of your adventure.

• Unwavering Support: I'll be with you throughout your journey, from the initial planning stages to offering assistance while you're on the ground. As your West Palm Beach travel agent, I'm here to answer your questions, address any concerns, and ensure you have an exceptional travel experience.

• Dinner Recommendations! As a foodie myself — I wrote one of London’s most popular food and travel blogs for many years — I know how seriously people in West Palm take their food!! So in every itinerary, I include tips on where to eat. This is just one of those little details that I take care of for you as your West Palm Beach travel agent.

My specialities as a West Palm Beach travel agent

I can really do the entire world but I specialize in luxury travel. Now…before you say “I am not a luxury traveler,” remember luxury means different things to different people. For some people, it’s 5 star hotels. For other people, it’s the luxury of saving time and having everything organized for them. But generally, this means 4.5 and 5 star hotels and custom itineraries, plus luxury group tours and high-end cruises. I am a European river cruise expert. I work with all the major luxury cruise lines — Regent, Silversea, Crystal, Seabourn, Azamara, Viking, Celebrity, Tauck and more. As your West Palm Beach travel agent, I have an inventory of vetted villas all around the world that come with a concierge service. (There is only one villa company I work with and it’s because I know the owners; I know that they have personally vetted every single property.) I also can do private jets and yacht charters. Currently, my top countries are France, the UK, and Italy. I also send a lot of families to Alaska!

My background in the investment management industry means I’m also highly analytical—show me the data!—and will help you get the best value. To be clear, not the lowest cost. But the best value.

My favorite places…in the world…

Everyone always asks me this! I lived in London for over 10 years so London will always hold a special place in my heart. I also love France, Italy, and Greece. I really love Thailand and Vietnam. Alaska is always an amazing destination, especially as a family trip. I’ve been to over 75 countries and honestly, I’ve loved them all! As your West Palm Beach travel agent, let me help you too discover the world and add to your country count too.

My favorite places…in West Palm Beach…

As a West Palm Beach travel agent, I should probably know where to go in West Palm! My favorites are always changing but right now, here are some of my top picks…

• Breakfast: Surfside Diner on Palm Beach Island, This is It Cafe in Northwood Village (get the catfish for breakfast), Tropical Smokehouse Downtown (mmm breakfast roti), Pura Vida and their Perfect Egg Sandwich

• Lunch: Any salad at Pura Vida, Prime Rib Sandwich at The Honor Bar on Palm Beach, Saigon Bar on Okeechobee for anything Vietnamese!!

• Dinner: Malakor Thai in Northwood Village, Saigon Bar, Keese’s on Clematis for a shawarma, Leila also for a shawarma along with their red pepper dip (muhammara), Santucci for their shrimp appetizer and friendly service, Happy Hour at Kabuki on Clematis, pizza at Adrienne’s on Rosemary.

• Honorable Mention: Bread by Johnny!!! I first had Johnny’s bread in 2019 and actually asked my server, “Where did you get this baguette??” So so good.

Ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure?

I offer complimentary vacation consultations to discuss your travel aspirations. Connect with me, your West Palm Beach travel agent, and I’ll transform your travel dreams into a reality. I always meet clients over Zoom to get to know you. I do not have a physical storefront unfortunately! But once we’ve decided to work together, I am happy to review your final itinerary with you in person in West Palm Beach if it makes sense. I work with a lot of older clients in Palm Beach County who really appreciate this.