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Advisor - Katie Bernal-Silva

Katie Bernal-Silva

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Expertise

  • Portugal,
  • Italy,
  • Boutique Hotels,
  • Cultural Immersion,
  • Boutique Travel,
  • Luxury

Based in

Ericeira, Portugal

Languages spoken

English

Minimum booking Budget

$350/night

Profile details


About

I am living in Portugal and often travel back to the US to see family. One of my favorite things to do in a new area is to go to local markets and grocery stores.

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Travel style

My travel style has evolved over the years. I appreciate staying in one place for a few days at a time to immerse myself in the culture and really enjoy my time there. I love to end my trips with luxury and relaxation. The saying “I need a vacation from my vacation” is not part of my ethos. As for planning trips for others, I love knowing that I’ve put together the perfect trip for my client.


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Favorite hotels

Katie's reviews

All communication was timely and effective. Overall, the hotel was a good recommendation by Katie.

For a wonderful vacation experience one need not worry over details. That experience happens when Katie curates your time. No worry about booking hotels, meals or trip events. All has been arranged perfectly. One just shows up and Voila! I highly recommend Katie for your next travels!

Katie was such a pleasure working with! She made our two week honeymoon such a carefree and enjoyable experience that we will never forget. Everything place she booked, from the cutest boutique hotels to all the authentic dinner spots, was amazing. We cannot wait to use her for our next vacation! Can’t thank Katie enough!!

Katie is incredible! We recently utilized their travel planning services to book our honeymoon in Italy, and it was an unforgettable experience. Katie’s expertise allowed us to explore unique regions of Italy that we would have otherwise missed. Her consolatory service immediately put us at ease, taking the anxiety out of travel. Everything was meticulously planned, from car services to train tickets, museum registrations, restaurant reservations, and even bringing to our attention cash-only establishments. The itinerary is packaged in a beautiful downloadable PDF, or accessible through the app, which allows you to immediately immerse yourself into vacation! Thanks to Katie’s extensive knowledge, we visited the island of Ischia off the coast of Naples and Villa Petriolo in the Tuscan countryside—both breathtaking locations we wouldn’t have discovered without her guidance. Throughout our journey, our lodging was exceptional. Each city welcomed us with kindness and each establishment offered a unique flair, often accompanied by a bottle of bubbles! The special touches truly set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. Upon arrival in Venice, we were greeted and escorted to a private water-taxi — an elegant introduction to this enchanting city. As for our personal boat-day in Ischia, it allowed us to explore the picturesque island by sea, surrounded by luxury and breathtaking views. We ventured into the heart of the country, exploring the Colosseum and Roman Forum, then went on to make friends from across the globe during a delightful wine tasting all of which was curated by Katie. In Florence, after climbing to the top of the Duomo, we indulged in a memorable meal. Experiencing the culinary delights at one of the world’s best steakhouses. We went on to stroll the charming streets of Florence, seeking out hidden gems—wine windows tucked away - which were introduced to us by our incredible agent. Our journey continued through the Tuscan countryside, where we pedaled on e-bikes, taking in the rolling hills and vineyards. A well-deserved pool day awaited us at our Italian Villa in Cerreto Guidi, surrounded by fragrant olive groves. None of these incredible experiences would have been possible without Katie’s exceptional organization and communication along with care and expertise. She will bring your dream vacation to life and introduce you to experiences you never imagined. We’re eagerly looking forward to partnering with Amber Fern to plan our next adventure!

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Advisor - Katie Bernal-Silva

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Katie Bernal-Silva