Travel Advisor
Carissa Garabedian
She/Her
Expertise
- Caribbean,
- Hamptons NY,
- Family Travel,
- Beaches
Based in
Richmond, Virginia
Profile details
About
Raised in the Virgin Islands, next in the Hamptons, now in RVA — life is too short not to laugh, love, eat and travel!
Travel style
I'm a laid-back, easy-going traveler. I love good food, sunshine, meeting people and exploring new food and cultures. I value downtime and I don't need a fully packed itinerary — boutique hotels and villas are perfect for me. I enjoy learning about the locals and love to make friends wherever I go!
Carissa's travel guides & trip reports
A Perfect Fort Lauderdale Getaway
Fall In Love With Richmond, VA
Spend Some Time In Saint Thomas, USVI
Favorite hotels
The Lucerne Hotel
The Lucerne Hotel, nestled on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, combines classic charm with modern luxury. With elegant accommodations, proximity to Central Park, and a refined atmosphere, the hotel provides a sophisticated retreat for guests seeking a tranquil haven in the heart of New York City.
Quirk Hotel Richmond
An eclectic blend of art, design, and Southern charm, serving as a creative hub in Virginia's thriving capital city.
Bolongo Bay Beach Resort
A tropical haven in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, offering guests a laid-back Caribbean escape with pristine beaches, water sports, and vibrant nightlife, perfect for a sun-soaked vacation in paradise.
Carissa's reviews
What I can I say about our personal travel concierge... This is our third hotel booking with Carissa and she never disappoints. Always available, always ready to share her thoughts with booking the very best. We were not sure if we wanted to stay in Barcelona City, Carissa recommended the NH Collection, but then she shared the 20 minutes away beach option hotel and we went with it. Let me say, while visiting the city, we saw the NH Collection and it looked amazing. We highly recommend Carissa for your next travel adventure! Thank you, Carissa, for planning our Spaniard get away.
- Sonia LaPlace C.
Booked travel to Barcelona
- September 2024
It's been a pleasure working with Carissa, she is readily available in answering questions as well as guiding you through the planning process. Carissa will share several hotels which all with great reviews, various pricing and then the final choice is yours. Enjoyed the surprise perk upon our arrival. Don't hesitate, reach out and let her work travel magic. Thank you, Carissa, for your kindness and checking in on us while we were in Spain.
- Sonia LaPlace C.
Booked travel to Madrid
- September 2024
Carissa is absolutely amazing. So professional and goes the extra mile every time. Not the first time we have used her and definitely will not be the last. Highly recommend her for anything you need, matter how big or how small, she finds you the best deals.
- Leo S.
Booked travel to Tampa
- September 2024
Exceptional Travel Planning with Carissa Garabedian We recently had the pleasure of working with Carissa Garabedian to plan our trip to Riga, Latvia, and the experience was nothing short of outstanding. From start to finish, Carissa's communication was timely and precise. She promptly addressed any questions or concerns we had, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. Carissa took our travel preferences into account and expertly crafted an incredible itinerary that perfectly suited our desires. Her recommendations for hotel accommodations were spot-on, and each one exceeded our expectations. The excursions she arranged were breathtaking and truly captured the essence of Riga. Thanks to Carissa's meticulous attention to detail and dedication to ensuring we had a fantastic experience, our trip was everything we hoped for and more. We couldn't be happier with the service she provided and highly recommend her to anyone looking to plan a memorable vacation.
- Robert L.
Booked international travel
- August 2024
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