Travel Advisor
Nicole Parente
Expertise
- Boutique Travel,
- New England,
- New York,
- Beaches,
- Couples Travel,
- Food & Wine
Based in
Newport, Rhode Island & The North Fork of Long Island
Languages spoken
English
Profile details
About
A coastal-based travel expert specializing in boutique experiences blending high-end style with budget-smart tactics for the ultimate escape.
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Travel style
As a travel enthusiast with a background in hotel sales, I specialize in curating sophisticated, high-end experiences that balance indulgence with budget-conscious choices. I believe in the art of discovering boutique luxuries — those intimate, hidden gems that provide a touch of elegance without compromising on quality. My itineraries combine the best of both worlds: luxury travel experiences tailored to your style, all while ensuring value through strategic planning and a keen eye for exclusive offers.
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Favorite hotels
The Breakers Palm Beach
An iconic Italian Renaissance-style hotel on 140 acres of oceanfront property with a magnificently landscaped driveway entrance, five on-site restaurants, upscale amenities and coastal-inspired interior.
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.
Barrière Fouquet's New York
Parisian elegance meets New York charm at Hotel Barrière Fouquet's.
Fora Perks
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$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Welcome amenity.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection
Luxurious hotel set in a 1900s mansion with polished rooms and suites, a spa, restaurant and two outdoor pools.
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.
The Chanler at Cliff Walk
High-end hotel set in an elegant 19th-century mansion with a polished restaurant and terrace on Newport's famed Cliff Walk.
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.
Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa
Luxury Hamptons hotel in Montauk with contemporary design in true Long Island style and access to a private beach club.
Le Sirenuse
Positano's most iconic hotel remains family-owned, full of character and always in demand.
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.
Canasta
Hotel Canasta is a charming boutique hotel in Capri, offering elegant accommodations, a relaxing atmosphere and easy access to the island's main attractions.
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