Travel Advisor

Karen Argow

Expertise

Luxury,
Beaches,
Italy,
Spain,
Mexico,
France

Based in

Mill Valley, CA

Languages spoken

Italian, English

Travel Advisor

Karen Argow

Profile details

About

Globe-trotting travel advisor based in the Bay Area, turning wanderlust into perfectly curated adventures. Formerly lived la dolce vita in Italy and siesta’d in Spain — now helping others explore the world!

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Travel style

I don’t just travel — I immerse myself in destinations, uncovering the details that transform a trip from ordinary to extraordinary. My expertise lies in curating experiences that go beyond the typical tourist path, leveraging deep local knowledge to create moments that are both authentic and uniquely tailored. Whether it’s a hidden café in Kyoto, a private art tour in Paris or an off-the-radar vineyard in South Africa or Napa, my passion is in designing seamless, unforgettable journeys for those who seek more than just another trip.

Favorite hotels

Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence (Closed until 2026)

Hilltop property in a 15th-century monastery.

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.

One&Only Palmilla

This stylish Los Cabos resort overlooking the sparkling Sea of Cortez features butler services, numerous land- and water-based activities and gourmet restaurants helmed by famed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.

Fora Perks

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$150 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

The St. Regis Osaka

The city’s top luxury hotel since opening in 2010 on Midosuji, the Champs Elysées of Osaka.

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 Casa Medina Bogota

A sophisticated sanctuary boasting timeless charm, modern amenities, and unparalleled service, nestled within the vibrant energy of Colombia's capital.

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.

Las Ventanas Al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort

One of Cabo’s finest, with its distinctive Baja design and complex of pools and alfresco common spaces overlooking the sparkling Sea of Cortez.

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.

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco

A historic monastery turned luxury hotel.

Fora Perks

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Hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Casita Mia de Mita

Exclusive, oceanfront boutique hotel in Punta de Mita, Mexico, offering a luxurious and intimate experience with personalized service, sophisticated design and culinary excellence.

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Reach out to customize and book your own experience. Or, just to chat about travel in general.

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