Travel Advisor

Bettina Hughes

Expertise

Women Over 50,
South America,
Off-the-Beaten-Path Travel,
Group Travel,
Luxury

Based in

San Francisco Bay Area

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Travel Advisor

Bettina Hughes

Profile details

About

I've traveled to almost every South American country and most locales in Europe. I am a Hawai'i expert too. I also speak fluent Spanish and love to cook in addition to caring for my two dogs.

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Travel style

Former hotel executive, now travel advisor specializing in women's travel, solo trips that are off-the-beaten-path.

Bettina's travel guides & trip reports

Trip Report

Casa Howard - Florence

I visited Florence recently on a solo trip! I loved it so much. To begin, I selected a 12-room guest house called Casa Howard. It is located just two blocks from the train station and offers unique...

Trip Report

Another View of the Real San Francisco

I visited The Mansion on Sutter for a staycation. The authentic hospitality was welcoming and suggested some great neighborhood favorites. I had a wonderful stay and recommend it to anyone who wants...

Trip Report

Hyatt Regency Aruba FAM Trip, October 2023

In October 2023, I participated in a great familiarization trip to Aruba. We were hosted by the beautiful Hyatt Regency Aruba. I loved the location, the pool/beach, great food & beverage options,...

A hillside with white buildings, some with blue dome-shaped roofs, overlooking a beautiful ocean view in Greece

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FAM Trip and Site Inspections in Greece: Athens, Crete, Santorini, Paros

In April of 2024, I attended an amazing FAM trip to Greece, sponsored by Wanderluxe Destinations and Seez Travel Greece. I experienced five properties and conducted 11 hotel site inspections. We also ...

Guide

The Best of Abruzzo, Italy

Abruzzo, Italy is a beautiful area that is less traveled and offers amazing experiences. The people, food, culture and scenery can't be beat. Abruzzo is only 3 hours drive from Rome and is located on ...

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Guide to Solo Travel in Florence, Italy

Florence, a great destination for solo travel, was my first stop on an Italian journey. I went on a solo trip and connected with local restauranteurs and fellow travelers while taking time to myself.

purple and yellow sunset on a beach with palm trees

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Insider Tips for the Adventurer in Punta de Mita, Mexico

I love travel to Mexico! I spent several months in Punta de Mita and it combines the beach, mountains, food, wellness and adventure travel. You can choose your style and lay back and enjoy the...

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Favorite hotels

Casa Camper Barcelona

Chic Barcelona property in a 19th-century Gothic building with uniquely decorated rooms and suites.

Hotel Danieli, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice

Luxe waterfront property nearby the Grand Canal with plush rooms, a Venetian restaurant and cocktail bar.

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.

Casa Howard Firenze - Residenza d'Epoca

Boutique, luxurious guesthouse in the historic center of Florence with 12 cozy rooms.

Casa Camper Barcelona

Chic Barcelona property in a 19th-century Gothic building with uniquely decorated rooms and suites.

King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens

The grande dame of Athens within walking distance of the Acropolis, Agora and more.

Fora Perks

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$100 hotel / resort credit.
★
Breakfast daily.
★
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Violino D'Oro

A luxurious hotel located across the Grand Canal from St. Mark's Basilica. Wake up feeling like royalty, surrounded by antique decor and artwork. A chic and elegant stay that never fails to impress.

Fora Perks

★
$100 food / beverage credit.
★
Breakfast daily.
★
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Bettina's travel photos

Sunset along a river with a bridge and city buildings.

Bettina holding a basket of fruits in a garden.

A garden with a large water feature outside of a chateau-style house.

A cooking class with three women rolling out dough on a counter in a kitchen.

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Bettina's reviews

She was very responsive and kept us in mind when there was news coming out of Portugal. She had helpful suggestions and was overall lovely to work with.

Meghan B.
Booked travel to Portugal
October 2024

Bettina was an amazing help to us! She took the time to speak with us and get a good understanding of the types of experiences we wanted. She quickly gave us ideas of where to visit & which hotels to stay at while traveling. Once we agreed on a plan, she booked the hotels for us and recommended excellent activities. She helped us quickly find a solution when we had some trouble planning & she checked in with us while we were on the trip to make sure everything was going smoothly. Bettina took away so much stress of planning and she was a great resource during the trip!

Grace G.
Booked travel to Seville
September 2024

Bettina is a godsend! Cannot rave enough about her and how she made our honeymoon perfect.

Leigh K.
Booked travel to Portugal
August 2024

Bettina was on it and made everything so easy for us!

Leigh K.
Booked travel to Porto
August 2024

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