ABOUT ESPADRILLE TRAVEL

At Espadrille Travel, I believe the best trips feel effortless, personal, and deeply considered. The kind where every detail makes sense, every moment flows, and you never feel like just another reservation.

I approach travel planning with intention, care, and a genuine love for the experience itself. This is about more than where you go. It’s about how it feels while you’re there and long after you return home.

Travel Thoughtfully Designed

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I curate high-touch, thoughtfully planned travel experiences that reflect a deep understanding of both destination and client. Every itinerary is built with care, guided by experience, and supported by trusted partnerships both local and global.

My goal is simple. To create seamless, memorable journeys that allow you to fully enjoy the experience without worrying about the details.

To Design Travel That Feels As Good As It Looks

My Mission

No two travelers are the same, and your trips should reflect that. I take the time to truly understand how you like to travel, what matters most to you, and what elevates a trip from good to unforgettable. From there, I design an experience that feels aligned, thoughtful, and completely your own.

My background in finance shaped the way I work. I’m organized, proactive, and highly attentive to detail. I think ahead, anticipate needs, and ensure everything comes together seamlessly. Just as important, I bring a client-first mindset to every interaction. I listen closely, communicate clearly, and guide you through the process with care and ease.

Personal, Intentional, and Detail Driven

My Approach

At the heart of it all, I feel incredibly lucky to have built friendships and connections around the world through travel. It’s something I value deeply and love sharing with my clients.

A Few Fun Facts:

My love for travel started young. I spent a summer living in Spain at 15 and from that point on, I was completely hooked. I fell in love with experiencing new places, new languages, and of course, the food.

Over the years, I’ve traveled extensively across Europe, the UK, Canada, Argentina, the Caribbean and Central America (with plenty more on my list!) 

Before starting Espadrille Travel, I spent years in a demanding, client-facing finance career. It was fast-paced, detail-heavy and deeply rooted in relationships. While it didn’t leave much room for downtime, it sharpened the exact skills I bring to my clients today. I’m an active listener, a thoughtful planner and someone who genuinely enjoys creating something meaningful for others.

Travel planning has always come naturally to me. I’m a meticulous organizer, a forward thinker and someone who finds real joy in designing experiences that come together beautifully.

A Natural Planner With a Love for Exploration

Meet Caren

I’m a proud twin mom to a boy and a girl
One of my most memorable trips was an Earthwatch Expedition studying dolphins in Honolulu
 I always look for a chance to go horseback riding when I travel

When you plan and book with me, you're working with a great listener who will thoughtfully make your travel ideas come to life. I will be your advocate from start to finish, curating the perfect experience.

You will benefit from my expertise, partner network and insider knowledge and you will enjoy VIP treatment and partner perks, including amenities like resort and spa credits, extended check-in/out, complimentary breakfast and airport transfers.

I'll save you time, money and make sure your trip is everything you want it to be, and more.

Published hotel rates include commission to be paid, payments that can either go to companies like Expedia or to travel advisors like me.

Planning fees are only charged for hourly travel research and customized itineraries, which are always thoughtfully planned and wholly bespoke.

Yes, I absolutely do and I can also assist if you have already booked a hotel stay by checking to see if I can assume the reservation and apply partner amenities to it.

Please email me your reservation confirmation and I will be happy to check: [email protected]

No, I cannot book hotels or flights on your behalf using your points.

You will be able to earn points, however, as long as you provide your loyalty program information.

No, instead I work with property/villa rental companies whose portfolios are largely company-managed properties, versus individually managed.

The properties are carefully vetted and often include concierge services and other amenities.

Through Fora's internal flight desk, Fora Flights, I can book premium economy, business or first class flights that originate or end in the US, Canada or Mexico, including domestic first class.

Fora Flights charges a $50 per person ticketing fee and offers 24/7 emergency support.

You may earn points as all flights are eligible for the same benefits as if booked directly.

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