Lian Abad

I’ve lived in NYC for 15 years and spent 10 of those years in the food & beverage and hospitality industry before moving into tech as an operations manager. It is my nature to be hyper-mindful of guest experience and I am a master of logistics. In March of 2020, as the pandemic swept NY, my boyfriend and I (already on a planned sabbatical), made the decision to stay overseas, which led to an 18-month journey around the world including long-term stays in Bali, Turkey, Malta, Sicily, Costa Rica and Tulum. I've visited over 30 countries and continue to travel two to three times a year, usually staying in places for about two months at a time to really get a sense of local life.

If I could describe my travel style in one word, it would be: balanced. I love a high-end hotel just as much as I love $1 street tacos and try to look at a trip holistically when planning. I get real joy out of helping first-timers discover new locations, curating experiences with a mix of high and low elements and providing travel insights/pro tips coupled with organized planning and thoughtful research.