Travel Advisor
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Gena Carlstrom
Expertise
- California,
- Hawaii,
- Luxury Travel,
- Family Travel
Based in
San Francisco Bay Area
Minimum booking Budget
$300/night
Profile details
About
Every trip is a journey of self-discovery, a chance to embrace the unknown and return home with souvenirs and a fresh perspective on life. Travel is not just about beautiful sights and great food; it's also about broadening horizons, bonding with loved ones, and nourishing the soul.
Travel style
Mom of four, living in the Bay Area, who enjoys both museums and the outdoors. No vacation is complete with time spent at the beach and/or pool. I also love family trips with fun and interesting activities that create core memories and inspire us to think and see the world differently.
Gena's travel guides & trip reports
Winter Family Fun at Northstar Ski Resort, Lake Tahoe
Maui Magic: 5 Days of Family Fun in Paradise
Recharge and Reconnect: Silicon Valley Staycations for Busy Parents
Favorite hotels
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
A quintessential island resort on 50 lush acres of white-sand beachfront on Kauai’s beautiful southern shore.
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.
Alila Napa Valley
Contemporary hotel by vineyards and the Spring Mountains with trendy rooms and suites.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out, whenever possible.
Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Classic California design paired with Four Seasons luxury boasting a chic cocktail lounge and a full-service spa.
Fora Perks
- ★
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.
La Playa Hotel Carmel
La Playa Hotel is a coastal haven in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, offering timeless elegance and oceanfront luxury. With stylish accommodations, panoramic views of the Pacific, and proximity to Carmel's charming village, the hotel provides a sophisticated retreat for guests seeking coastal serenity on the Monterey Peninsula.
Gena's reviews
Gena was so incredibly helpful planning our trip. We contacted her very last minute and she was immediately on top of it and making moves for us. Her communication was top notch and made us feel like we had a true advocate to make our trip extra special. She helped us get room upgrades, food and beverage credits and welcoming gifts for our 10 year anniversary. This was our first time using a travel advisor and after this experience with Gena, we wouldn't do it any other way!
- Amin S.
Booked travel to Carmel-by-the-Sea
- May 2024
Gena was the reason our trip went so smoothly. Her advice about how to maximize our time during a relatively short getaway was invaluable, allowing us to fully take advantage of our days in both San Jose and La Fortuna. Our excursions and transport were top notch, and Gena's communication leading up to the vacation was thorough and responsive. Every email I got from Gena made me even more excited for the trip!
- Rachel S.
Booked travel to Costa Rica
- April 2024
Gena could not have been more helpful and attentive throughout the planning and booking process. She was very proactive in booking activities and dining reservations. She was a pleasure to work with. We will be working with her on more trips to come!
- Brian T.
Booked travel to Georgia
- April 2024
Working with Gena on our family trip to London was so very valuable. Gena helped us identify activities that were a great fit for our family and helped create an itinerary that worked out splendidly. The three-bedroom flat she recommended with One FineStay was so much nicer than a hotel would have been and was in a location that we loved. The concierge services associated with her flat recommendation were also invaluable to us during the trip. We'd definitely work with Gena again.
- Angie W.
Booked travel to London
- April 2024
Get in touch with Gena
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