Travel Advisor
Rod Carrillo-Lundgren
He/Him
Expertise
- Mexico City,
- Europe,
- Cruises,
- LGBTQ+ Travel,
- Couples Travel
Based in
Los Angeles
Languages spoken
English, Spanish (conversational)
Profile details
About
Travel is the only thing you can buy that makes you richer. LA based husband & rescue dog dad to 3 fur babies. Wanderluster who's visited 30 countries, lived in 3, helping others luxury travel on a budget.
Travel style
My travels are about connecting with locals, experiencing culture, indulging in food & wine, and learning a place's history. From solo travel in hostels to family cruises & romantic couples vacations, I adapt to life's varying travel styles and enjoy playing travel match-maker. I also love doing research deep-dives on destinations, both new & familiar, to ensure every trip is filled with unique experiences that create memories to last a lifetime.
Rod 's travel guides & trip reports
First-Timer Traveler's Guide to Mexico City
Tokyo to Sapporo: 8 Days Exploring Northern Japan
The Essential Mexico City Travel Guide
Acapulco: Mexico’s Forgotten Beach Paradise
New York City's Hidden Gems
Paris Unveiled: A Traveler's Guide to the City of Lights
3 Days in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Edinburgh to Skye: Road Trip Across the Scottish Highlands
24 Hours in New Orleans
Ciao Naples: A Journey Through Culture and Cuisine
A Weekend in Temecula Wine Country
Luxurious Stay at the Banyan Tree Cabo Marques in Acapulco, Mexico
Ireland in November: Off-Season Charm & Dramatic Scenery
Solo Transatlantic Cruise on Celebrity Equinox
Choosing Between an Eastern & Western Mediterranean Cruise
The 6 Best Hotels in Malibu
Favorite hotels
Hotel Las Islas
Remote island resort with rustic chic thatched-roof bungalows set within Corales del Rosario National Park.
The St. Regis Rome
Blending a noble heritage with fearless, elegant interiors has transformed this grand dame into a supremely luxurious and artful residence.
Fora Perks
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$100 food / beverage credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Viceroy Riviera Maya
Upscale, beachside all-villa resort with private spaces offering ocean views.
Fora Perks
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$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Hotel CondesaDF
As hip and colorful as its namesake neighborhood, this 40-room sleep attracts a cool crowd to its wood-clad rooms and alfresco cocktail bar overlooking Parque España.
Fora Perks
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Hotel / resort credit.
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VIP welcome & amenity.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Rod 's travel photos
Rod 's reviews
Very professional and friendly. I've already recommended Rod to friends and family for once they start figuring out their vacations.
- Eric C.
Booked travel by cruise
- April 2024
Helpful and lovely to work with. He loves researching the area and gave me good suggestions on food and other things to do around town. You can tell how much he loves travel!
- Juan A.
Booked travel to New York City
- January 2024
We thought Rod was terrific. He gave us good options/ideas, followed through extremely well, covered the details (e.g.: arranging car services, perks, etc.), and really came through for us when we needed to return home early. We would not hesitate to recommend Rod!
- Gary G.
Booked travel to Mexico City
- October 2023
Get in touch with Rod
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