Travel Advisor

Carol Johnston

She/Her

Expertise

Argentina,
Scotland,
Boutique Travel,
Food & Wine

Travel Advisor

Carol Johnston

Profile details

About

Hiking and nature enthusiast with a love of visiting wine regions around the world.

Travel style

You can usually find me on a hiking trail or doing something in nature. But, by evening, I want to relax and be pampered — find me a pool or jacuzzi, a nice glass of wine and a gorgeous view. After the privilege of enjoying over 20 years as a university professor and administrator, I look forward to transforming from travel hobbyist to travel advisor. With even more tools at my fingertips, I am excited to meet new friends and send them on their dream trips.

Carol's travel guides & trip reports

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Trip Report

Site Inspection at 3 Chicago Hotels

I can't count the number of layovers I have had at Chicago O'Hare, but decided to finally extend one a couple of days to allow a short visit to Chicago. I chose three hotels to visit: one at a...

Guide

Must-Do in Hawaii: Best Activities for Each Hawaiian Island

Hawaii captured my heart on my first trip and has continued to be a favorite place to visit. Over the years, I have visited the islands of Hawaii, Oahu, Kauai, Maui and Lanai in addition to having...

sun peaks through trees overlooking lush fields on a lookout with a fence

Guide

A Week of Adventure, Food, Wine, and Wellness in Ojai

Guide

Santorini: a Must See Island in Greece

Santorini is a must-see for any visit to Greece, whether island-hopping or focusing on the mainland. Visiting Santorini in late September, early October is a great way to enjoy everything this island ...

A low-angled shot of a towering old building with a reddish tone and ornate architecture next to a palm tree of the same height, against a clear blue sky.

Guide

Uncovering the Unique Wine Regions of San Miguel de Allende

San Miguel de Allende is a popular city for American expats and tourists. You will find a beautiful, colonial city with cobblestone streets and neo-gothic and baroque architecture. While most might...

aerial view of mountains next to body of water and city

Guide

Active 3-Day Itinerary for Honolulu

We have always loved Hawai'i as a family vacation spot but would typically be in Honolulu just long enough to catch a flight to one of the other islands. This changed after having the opportunity to...

Guide

Overnight Stay in Santa Ynez Wine Region

The Santa Ynez wine region can easily be added to extend a trip to Santa Barbara. While there are also many superb day trips to this region that begin and end at your Santa Barbara hotel, this guide...

Guide

Day Trip from Edinburgh to Fort Williams

We love Scotland and return there as often as we can. Hiking is always on the agenda— we have completed the West Highland Way, The Great Glen way, walks along the fishing villages in Fife, and...

paved road through mountain region during sunset

Guide

3-Day Itinerary in Sonoma: Wine & Cheese Adventure

Sonoma County is one of my favorite wine regions. A bit more low key than Napa, it still offers fabulous food and wine options. We usually fly into San Francisco, rent a car, drive over the Golden...

People walk on a wooden rope bridge through the rainforest.

Guide

Wildlife Adventures in Costa Rica: Hiking, Boating & Beaches

Costa Rica is an amazing place for wildlife lovers. More than 900 bird species can be found, along with countless plants and animals. Sustainability practices and nature conservation make this an...

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Favorite hotels

Tabacon Thermal Resort and Spa

Luxe resort and spa near Costa Rica's Arenal Volcano.

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.

Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires

Set in the exclusive Recoleta neighborhood, Four Seasons is a combination of an early-20th-century mansion and a contemporary high-rise, offering the best of modern comfort with European-style glamour.

Fora Perks

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When you book Four Seasons through Fora, you will enjoy exclusive Four Seasons Preferred Partner benefits. Your advisor will be pleased to give you more details.

Design Suites Bariloche

A modern 78-room getaway on the banks of Argentina's serene Lago Nahuel Huapi.

Carol's reviews

Carol listened to our needs and found us a great hotel. Free brunch, $100 hotel credit, and a welcome fruit plate in our room upon arrival are all extras that booking with Carol included. I have and will continue to work with Carol for my out-of-town reservations.

Bruce J.
Booked travel to Los Angeles
March 2025

Carol takes the time to understand what her clients are looking for! She does her research and then delivers! Thanks for taking extra special care of us.

Blair P.
Booked travel to Boston
October 2024

Carol is simply amazing. She follow up on time, have amazing recommendations and willing to go the distance to help curate a memorable trip. She is an amazing listener and find answers very quickly. Would love to work with her again

Akash A.
Booked travel to Paso Robles
September 2024

Carol was fantastic!!! She helped us so much. We told her what our budget was and then what we wanted to do, and she made it happen! She had recommendations of so much stuff for us to do and was very knowledgeable about the area!

Bre A.
Booked travel to Jackson Hole
September 2024

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