Meet Your Modern Travel Advisor: Your Pathway to Unforgettable Experiences
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About Wanderlust Tapestry
Discover the World
Welcome to Wanderlust Tapestry, a travel and lifestyle blog by Sara Chan, FORA Travel Advisor. Engage with our captivating content as we take you on a journey to explore the world through our lens. With a passion for travel, we aim to inspire and guide you to create thrilling and meaningful travel experiences. From curated travel plans and guides to captivating photo editorials, destination showcases, and videos, we have it all. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of travel and lifestyle content, such as the life of a foodie in Tokyo and what I ate, or the life of a mixologist with weekly cocktail recipes featuring Japanese whiskey craft cocktails. Join us and let's make your next travel experience the best one yet.
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Hitting the Slopes this Winter? These are the 5 Best Ski Resorts in the United States
Summer may be top of mind right now, but it’s never too early to start planning your ski vacation – especially when so many resorts and destinations fill up months in advance.
The US is home to dozens of epic ski resorts – from small-town Vermont to Big Sky Montana – that welcome international globetrotters and local snow bunnies alike. Choosing a destination can be a challenge in itself, and when you account for the extra logistics (season passes, transportation, accommodations, oh my…), planning can be a lot.
As a Fora Advisor, I can support you with the logistical legwork to help you choose the destination, resort and ski pass that perfectly jives with your style. Plus, you’ll get top-notch hotel perks like spa credits at many of the world's best ski properties (après-ski massage, anyone?).
Contact me to book your next getaway and Read on for my top picks for the five best ski resorts in the US.
Did Someone Say Spa Getaway? 12 Incredible Wellness Retreats to Visit
Let's face it: we could all use a little self care. And while the concept of "wellness" means something different to everyone — be it a fitness bootcamp or a beachside massage (we don’t judge) — a wellness retreat for your next vacation is never a bad idea.
But where to choose? From Malibu to Mexico, there are a number of extra-special resorts that serve up wellness programs on a silver platter. We're talking glorious surroundings, luxurious accommodations and five-star service, coupled with world-class fitness programs, expert-led classes and once-in-a-lifetime spa treatments.
To narrow your search, here's a few of our all-time favorite wellness resorts, each with its own niche. From a family-friendly spa retreat in the German Alps to a sleek wellness clinic in Spain, these spa hotels come with some great perks when you book with a Fora travel advisor.
Ready to travel? Connect with Fora to plan and book your wellness getaway today.
The 11 Best Hotels in Southern Italy
Italy’s Amalfi Coast and Cinque Terre are the sort of Italian cities to earn top billing on most travelers’ bucket lists. Unlike its Northern Italy neighbor, the Amalfi Coast stretches down the shoreline of Southern Italy and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its incomparable natural beauty. Because this region is larger, visitors can discover a bevy of old towns, charming Italian villages, archaeological sites (like the Herculaneum), and locally-owned cafes to add to their travel guides. And did we mention the epic hotels?
Whether you base yourself in Capri, Positano, or choose an island in the Bay of Naples, Southern Italy offers some of the world’s most stunning hotels. These include palatial accommodations overlooking the ocean to white-washed villas and private terraces that are guaranteed to make you feel famous. Plus, most hotels are accessible via a quick ferry ride to popular spots like Tuscany, Milan, Rome (I even included a bonus: a favorite hotel in Rome), Naples and Venice, and offer great day trips to nearby destinations such as Bari, Calabria, or the island of Sicily. Read on for the very best hotels in Southern Italy.
Ready to travel? Connect with me to plan and book your getaway today.
11 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels
For all my fellow Dog Mom (& Dads) there, here is an article for you. Do you Want to take a vacation or a getaway and don't want to leave the fur babies at home. Check out this list of Dog friendly hotels to inspire your next family vacay with your fur babies and there are plenty more. For more Pet Friendly travel options, contact me so we can start booking your next FUR-cation. I love my pets; my babies are such an intrinsic part of our lives that, chances are, you fall asleep with a snuggle bug tucked by your feet, and wake up with them stealing your pillow. For many, the idea of traveling without their pets is too gut-wrenching to bare. Thankfully, there are a slew of pet-friendly hotels that welcome dogs, cats and even feathery friends.
Aman Japan: My Guide to Traveling to Japan — the Aman Way
in many ways, Aman was meant for Japan. (Although its first hotel was the resplendent Amanpuri, in Phuket, Thailand.) The company’s peaceful, minimalist and tastefully restrained aesthetic mirrors Japan’s design acumen: clean lines, symmetry, geometric shapes, soothing palettes.
There are three Aman hotels in Japan — Aman Tokyo, Amanemu and Aman Kyoto — plus Janu Tokyo, a newcomer to the Aman scene. (Think of Janu as Aman’s playful little sister.) Whether you visit one or all of them, you’re in for the type of hotel experience that cannot be replicated. Aman is cut from a different cloth; this is especially true for Aman Japan. (Although I highly encourage sampling Aman’s other Asia properties.)
Below is a sample Aman Japan itinerary. You can easily stay at each property during your trip, or you can pick and choose. Connect with me for a tailored itinerary. Regardless, prepare to be blown away.
Click below to read the full article for Inspiration on travelling to Japan, Contact me to discover more options & start planning and Book your next trip to Japan
An Insider's Guide to Where to Eat, Stay & Play in Madrid
After visiting Madrid once, you'll be dreaming of when you can return. Its vast and varied collection of galleries and museums display art dating from prehistory all the way up to the present day. Grand, architecturally beautiful buildings frame tree-lined boulevards. And lively parks and green spaces provide a nature-filled respite from the city’s palpable energy.
Foodies will delight in Madrid’s impressive gastronomic scene. Lively, rustic-chic tapas bars and tabernas serve deceptively simple fare, best paired with a refreshing glass of local vino. Haute cuisine is served in the most unassuming of joints, while elegant Michelin Stars and gourmet markets abound.
Madrid is also the perfect gateway to Spain, the ideal starting point before venturing off to Seville, Grenada, Barcelona, Menorca, Ibiza, Mallorca...
Below is a mere sampling of all Madrid has to offer. Connect with me to plan a personalized trip tailored to your unique interests and travel style. In a city this big, and this full of hidden gems and places to explore, I won’t lead you astray.
An Insider's Guide to Where to Eat, Play & Stay in Tokyo
Japan takes everything to an entirely new level. It takes good things — sushi, art, design, pizza, hospitality, coffee, shopping — and makes them great. Even the country’s 7/11’s are immaculate, and make perfect settings for a quick, gourmet meal — not an oxymoron.
Japan has always been popular, and in the last couple years, the country has been incubating. A slate of new luxury hotels and developments has popped up in Tokyo, in particular. While foreigners were temporarily denied entry, the city kept getting better and better (as if Tokyo weren’t an incredible destination already).
Meander around the city’s numerous parks (Imperial Palace Park is particularly inviting), partake in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, sample the city’s slew of exceptional dining outlets — from holes-in-the-wall to Michelin-Starred destination restaurants — and peruse its eclectic selection of boutiques, department stores, shopping arcades and megastores. Tokyo is where you can experience something unlike you’ve ever had, where you’ll feel like a fish out of water — all while being extremely safe. Its uniqueness, energy, predilection for optimization and technological innovation never fail to captivate. There’s a reason the country tops many a bucket list.
Below is just an introduction to some of my favorite Tokyo neighborhoods, each of which has its own distinct personality. Of course, when you connect with me, we’ll work together to design your dream trip. Plus, I’ll unlock VIP perks at the city’s best hotels. And when it comes to hospitality, the Japanese more than deliver.
Ready for the trip of a lifetime? Connect with me, and I'll design your dream Tokyo vacation.
5 Magical Hotels in Prague
Prague, the Czech Republic’s capital straddling the Vltava River, is fit for a fairytale. There are medieval castles and charming narrow streets (perfect for wandering) and beautiful bridges offering stunning views...the list goes on.
Prague is also, unsurprisingly, home to some pretty spectacular hotels. Read on for five of my favorites.
Click below to read the full article for Inspiration on travelling to Prague, Contact me to discover more options & start planning and Book your next trip to Czech Republic.
A Tour through Egypt with the Four Seasons
IThanks to not one but four glamorous and crowd-pleasing Four Seasons hotels in Egypt, travelers are spoiled for choice when choosing luxury accommodations in this mesmerizing destination. Here, I break down the key elements of the four Four Seasons hotels — say that five times fast — from the serene Four Seasons Hotel Cairo to the beachside Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh.
Click below to read the full article for Inspiration on travelling to Egypt, Contact me to discover more options & start planning and Book your next trip to Egypt
5 Favorite Mykonos Hotels
Next to Santorini, Mykonos is one of the most famous islands for travelers to visit in Greece. As a part of the Cycladic chain of islands that stretches out into the Aegean Sea, Mykonos is known for being the more wild and party-centric cousin to Santorini. From its bumping beachfront clubs to its stylish luxury hotels, Mykonos is known for its paradisiacal white-sand beaches (something rocky Santorini lacks).
Thankfully, there is a way to enjoy Mykonos besides Paradise Beach’s nightlife or the all-night ragers unfolding in Mykonos Town. From beach resorts to boutique hotels to luxury villas, trendy accommodations marry serenity, wellness and privacy. Not to mention many rooms come equipped with a private infinity pool or hot tub.
Connect with me to plan a personalized trip tailored to your unique interests and travel style. In a city this big, and this full of hidden gems and places to explore, I won’t lead you astray.
What Are the Benefits of Booking with a Cruise Travel Agent?
Cruises are having a moment. From small, intimate river cruises to well-established cruise lines (such as Celebrity Cruises, Disney and Virgin Voyages), there's a water-based vacation for every travel style. But booking a cruise vacation can be tricky. Compared to a resort or hotel booking, there are more moving parts and logistics, which is why it pays to enlist the help of a cruise travel agent. Read on to learn how a cruise travel agent (aka me!) can level-up your cruise vacation.
Ready to travel? Connect with me to plan and book your cruise vacation today.
7 Best Hotels in London
London is a city unlike any other, with its royal affairs, afternoon teas and rolling accents. Here, in England’s capital, history mingles with modernity as historical monarchs parade down avenues where innovation, punk music and culinary strides unfold. When visiting this iconic city, your hotel should reflect an aspect of the city’s culture — be it a storied past, quintessential English decor or service that makes you feel like royalty. Read on for the best hotels in London .
Check out our list of the best hotels in london to inspire your next trip to the UK. Contact me, to book your next trip to London
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