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Why I Became a Travel Advisor

Travel has always been a passion of mine. From hours of research to the moment I finally arrive at a destination, I’ve always loved the entire process. Over the years, I’ve traveled through various countries—from Europe to Southeast Asia—and I felt confident in my ability to book the right hotel, design the perfect itinerary, and navigate the unexpected along the way.


Then life changed.


After the pandemic—and after having kids—the way I viewed travel shifted dramatically. The hotels I once loved weren’t delivering the same level of service, and traveling with small children introduced a whole new set of needs. I quickly learned that not every hotel truly accommodates families (even the ones that say they do!). Still, I was determined to continue traveling well—and bring my children along for the journey.


The idea of becoming a travel advisor had always been in the back of my mind, but the path wasn’t always clear. Disney became our go-to for easy, family-friendly travel, and as I dove deeper into research, I explored well-known Disney-focused travel agencies. Ultimately, they didn’t align with my career goals or with how I personally view travel.


That’s when I found Fora—a modern travel agency that truly changed everything.


Fora had the resources, training, and forward-thinking approach I was looking for. Not only could I continue booking our beloved Disney trips, but I also gained the tools to book the kind of elevated, thoughtful travel experiences I was searching for myself—and knew others were, too. Friends and family were constantly reaching out for travel advice, and becoming a Fora advisor allowed me to turn that expertise into a business I genuinely enjoy and look forward to every single day.


Not all of my travel experiences have been picture-perfect (hello, having to climb out of a train window in Italy!), but those real-life moments are exactly what shaped me. Traveling extensively—especially with young children—has given me the firsthand knowledge to help others avoid common pitfalls and truly enjoy their vacations.


One of the things I’m most passionate about isn’t just planning beautiful trips—it’s helping people learn how to travel well. Even the most perfectly planned vacation can feel overwhelming if you don’t know how to navigate train stations, clear customs, or understand Disney’s newest fast pass system.


My goal for every client is twofold:


  • To design a vacation that is curated specifically to them and their preferences
  • To empower them with the knowledge and confidence to navigate their trip with ease


When clients feel informed and in control, they can relax, be present, and truly enjoy the experience—and that’s what great travel is all about.

Bohol, Phillipines

Innsbruck, Austria

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