Travel Advisor

Michelle Hemenway

She/Her

Expertise

Safari,
City Travel,
Europe,
Japan,
Tanzania,
The Galápagos

Based in

SF Bay Area, California

Languages spoken

English, some Spanish

Minimum booking Budget

$100/night

Travel Advisor

Michelle Hemenway

Profile details

About

I love travel, animals and wine, particularly travel that involves animals and wine! I am a retired IT Product & Project Manager who loves organizing things and sweating the details.

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Travel style

Former corporate traveler, now world adventurer. I love cities, architecture, art and also breath-taking scenery in remote areas.

Favorite hotels

Shutters on the Beach

The classic Santa Monica beach experience, the lobby makes this property feel more intimate, but the pool is a great scene.

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.

Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel

Located on Zanzibar's enchanting Matemwe Beach, this serene retreat with Swahili-style architecture features lush gardens and a tranquil atmosphere — perfect for relaxation or enjoying nearby snorkeling and diving.

Best Western Hotel Rome Airport

A simple, modern hotel from a familiar chain with a complimentary continental breakfast buffet.

Michelle's travel photos

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