Do I pay more by booking through you?

No — same hotels, same rates, sometimes better. The difference is what comes with it: upgrades, breakfast, credits, and a hotel that knows your name before you get there.

How far out should we start?

For peak season, big multigenerational trips, and the resorts everybody wants, six to twelve months is the sweet spot. That said, I've pulled together some beautiful trips on short notice — it never hurts to ask.

How do we work together?

Tell me when you can get away and who's coming, and I'll come back with a plan. One point of contact from the first idea to the flight home — and I'm still here if something wobbles mid-trip.

What are Fora X and Virtuoso?

The networks behind the perks. Fora is the advisor platform I book through — Fora X is its invite-only top tier. Virtuoso is an invitation-only network of the world's best hotels. Together, they're why the front desk is already smiling.

Where to next?

When can you get away

Who's coming

Start with a call Free. Thirty minutes. No pressure.

Colorful houses stacked on an Italian hillside

Old enough to remember it

Hi, I'm Kristen.

Kristen Pupa, smiling, in a garden in Europe

I'm a travel-obsessed wife and mom to three busy kids and a dog — raised in North Carolina, home in Raleigh, and in a more or less permanent state of wanderlust.

I'll admit it: I'm a little hotel-obsessed. I put that obsession to work for you, so the planning is mine and the trip is yours. Most days start with coffee and end with a glass of wine — your vacation ought to feel just as balanced.

Kristen

More about Kristen

What I plan · 01 / 04

The journeys I know by heart.

A focused practice, not a catalog — four chapters I never get tired of writing.

You can't VIP yourself.

Booking through me costs the same as booking the hotel yourself. The difference is what's waiting for you when you walk in.

Room upgrades, when availableFora X
Breakfast for two, dailyFora X
A resort, spa or dining creditVirtuoso
Early check-in and late check-outFora X
A welcome that means they know your nameBoth

Through Fora X and Virtuoso, at no extra cost to you, at more than 4,500 hotels worldwide.

See how the perks work

A quiet canal in Venice lined with old facades — Venice, Italy — worth arriving early for

Kind words

Real clients, word for word

“Kristen was fantastic, and we’ll definitely work with her again in the future! She was incredibly quick with booking, communicated clearly throughout the process, and was available during our trip whenever I had questions. She also followed up promptly after we returned, which really showed how much she cares about her clients and her commitment to learning from each experience to better help others.”

Amanda L. Puerto Rico · Spring break
“The itinerary was perfection. We had some ideas of what we wanted, but not enough to plan on our own. Got great restaurant recommendations and tour ideas. And a great plus was breakfast included in 2 of the hotels. And a room upgrade at 1. We will continue to book with Kristen on future trips. (Already working on one for December)”

Sherry M. Sedona · Couple's getaway
“Kirsten was absolutely amazing when booking our honeymoon. Will be using her for all our trips in the future!”

Richard H. Italy · Honeymoon

Fair questions

Still curious? Ask me anything

Do I pay more by booking through you?: No — same hotels, same rates, sometimes better. The difference is what comes with it: upgrades, breakfast, credits, and a hotel that knows your name before you get there.
How far out should we start?: For peak season, big multigenerational trips, and the resorts everybody wants, six to twelve months is the sweet spot. That said, I've pulled together some beautiful trips on short notice — it never hurts to ask.
How do we work together?: Tell me when you can get away and who's coming, and I'll come back with a plan. One point of contact from the first idea to the flight home — and I'm still here if something wobbles mid-trip.
What are Fora X and Virtuoso?: The networks behind the perks. Fora is the advisor platform I book through — Fora X is its invite-only top tier. Virtuoso is an invitation-only network of the world's best hotels. Together, they're why the front desk is already smiling.