About Me
Growing up on the West Coast, I developed a deep love for the sand and the sea.
I've traveled extensively along the West and Gulf Coasts, the Florida Keys, Hawaiian Islands, and Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico.
To me, there is nothing like toes in the sand, a mojito in hand and the sounds of music, laughter and the rolling waves. This feels like home to me.
That's not to say I dont enjoy a culturally immersive journey inland!
Domestically, my favorites are New Orleans for its deep rooted culture, jazz, blues and zydeco music, and cajun food! Tennessee for the majestic Smoky Mountains, phenomenal live music scene and out of this world pit BBQ. The multitude of awe-inspiring views, nature and nightlife in places like Nevada, Arizona and California are a few of my favorite getaways.
Internationally, it's a big, big beautiful world to explore and Europe is home to some of my favorite destinations. My recent adventures took me and my husband to Italy where I have researched extensively, booked and traveled. Italy is literally what my dreams are made of. The ancient ruins and farmhouses, the historical presence that still lives loud and clear. And need I say- the food?! We took a culinary journey through the country, learning to make home-made pasta and sauce, sipping regional wines, tasting the freshest mozzerella and fried artichokes and michelin-starred chef prepared 7 course meals.
The pasta, the pizza, the arancini, the gelato...
Other magical journeys worth noting- the Lucayan Archipelago and Leeward Islands of the Caribbean and exploring the ancient mosques and Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, Turkey.
I still have many places on my bucketlist, and I'll continue to work my way through them. Our next adventure will be back to Europe to tour the majestic and history rich Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye, with a stop in Dublin, Ireland for pubs, grub, music, and just getting lost in the cultural scene of the city!
"I think food, culture, people and landscape are all absolutely inseperable" -Anthony Bourdain
A little about my travel history~
Cooking class in
Polizzi Generosa, Sicily
Wine tasting on the Mt Vesuvius hillside
Trecase, italy
When you work with me you'll have a leveled up planning and booking experience with personalization, insider intel and articulate attention to detail. You'll gain access to a treasure trove of knowledge and recommendations, not only from me, but from a global network of travel experts and advisors.
My travelers benefit from my affiliation with Fora Travel and their strong relationships within the travel industry, including best-in-class relationships with hotels worldwide. My travelers enjoy perks such as room upgrades, resort and spa credits, welcome amenities, complimentary breakfast and airport transfers.
I became a Travel Advisor because brainstorming, visualizing and planning epic trips is in my DNA. Not only do I live and breathe the world of travel, but I am a small business entrepreneur. When you work with me, you're not only leveling up your travel, you're helping a passion-fueled small business grow!
Meet Kelli Pike
YOUR Personal Travel Concierge
I love seeking out hidden gems during my travels, getting off the beaten path, then bringing those experiences back and opening peoples minds to the unfamiliar
From simply booking accomodations to full travel Itineraries
Working with a Travel Advisor takes the guesswork out of trip planning and allows you access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise about almost any location around the globe.
I can design a customized trip from scratch and provide you with a detailed itinerary so you don't have to lift a finger-
OR I can help book a hotel you've already decided on and score you exclusive VIP perks and amenities only available when you book through me.
You'll have peace of mind that I'm behind the scenes making sure everything goes smoothly during your travels.
my TRAVEL SERVICES
Helicopter charter around Kauai , Hawaii
My husband, Coady and I flew in a doors-off helicopter for some spectacular views from above the island of Kauai and Waimea Canyon.
NUMBER ONE
Culinary Discoveries in Southern Italy
Flying into Rome and sampling true Italian cuisine
on a food tour in Trastevere, staying and tasting at a Michelin chef owned villa above Sorrento, learning to make fresh pasta and tomato sauce on an 18th century farm in central Sicily...an experience of a lifetime!
NUMBER TWO
Visiting the ancient Mosques of Istanbul
My husband and I were blown away by the fantastic architecture and the intricately designed mosaic murals of the Blue Mosque and the Hadia Sofia in Istanbul, Turkey.
