Client Stories
These aren't testimonials I collected. They were left on my Fora profile by clients after they got home, and the full set lives there.
Ritz Carlton Reserve, Nekajui, Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
★★★★★
Kate made planning my 40th birthday trip an absolute joy. From the very beginning, she was thoughtful, attentive, and incredibly detail-oriented—she truly thought of everything. She helped create the perfect stay at Nekajui, and every part of the experience felt personal, seamless, and so special. Kate was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. Her recommendations, care, and enthusiasm made us feel completely taken care of, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this milestone celebration. It was the perfect birthday getaway, and we are so grateful for all she did to make it unforgettable. We cannot wait to return to Nekajui and are already looking forward to booking future trips with Kate. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a truly exceptional travel-planning experience!
Carolyn F. | Costa Rica | August 2026
Puerto Rico, USA
★★★★★
She's the best - Kate rescued my family vacation and was able to rebook us at another hotel, w/ out penalty! And, she did this 2x in two weeks, just amazing. I'm looking forward to properly planning all future family vacations w/ Kate & et el.
Byron M. | Puerto Rico, USA | July 2026
Venice, Italy
★★★★★
Thanks to Kate for making our stay in Venice so easy and enjoyable. The recommendations for hotel and things to do were spot on and we really appreciated the personal touch with a note and drinks waiting for us on check-in. After 7 days with three little kids we were ready for a drink so it was perfect. Highly recommend working with Kate to make your trip special and smooth.
Matthew F. | Venice, Italy | June 2026
Cheval Blanc, Paris France
Image courtesy of client
★★★★★
Kate helped make our trip to Paris seamless. She was able to provide restaurant recommendations, help us make reservations in some of the most popular restaurants, as well as make reservations for museums and tours. Our trip was a dream, thanks to Kate.
Bennett P. | France | June 2026
Papagayo Peninsula, Costa Rica
★★★★★
It was an absolute pleasure working with Kate. She is quick in putting together an itinerary for accommodate my needs. Once she sees your style of travel she is bang on in recommending hotels for travel. Her follow up is amazing. She went above and beyond in researching excursions and sporting activities. Glad I found her as she is my travel agent for life.
Kiran K | Costa Rica | April 2026
Costa Rica
★★★★★
Kate was amazing. I was a bit nervous at first since I had not travelled solo or to Costa Rica but she recommended the retreat to me. And boy was she spot on!! Kate helped me create my custom experience which surpassed all my expectations. She was patient when I thought about changing dates and really was the most helpful travel agent I have ever worked with. I will be reaching out to every time I travel now. She has my trust and I’m a client for life now - if you are thinking of traveling contact Kate!
Stephanie B | Costa Rica | May 2026
Mexico
★★★★★
Kate was so nice, efficient, and helpful. She advised us well. She set up everything for us and kept in touch beginning to end. I would definitely use Kate for future travels and recommend her to my friends and family.
Lainee K | Mexico | April 2026
Cayman Islands
★★★★★
Kate went above and beyond. We so appreciated the logistics she took care of, and the little perks that came here and there. Room upgrades, including breakfast, booking a date night with the best table. It was all so easy and I will definitely do it again!
Erin D | USA | March 2026
The Dunlin, Auberge Collection, South Carolina
★★★★★
Kate was super helpful in making this trip a great experience. She secured us an incredible room setup at a very reasonable price — truly the best option for our group — and even arranged complimentary breakfast for us, which was such a thoughtful (and appreciated!) touch.
Maila C. | South Carolina, USA | February 2026
Dominican Republic
★★★★★
We worked with Kate again to book a festive getaway to the Dominican Republic. I booked the room quickly when I saw there was only one left that worked for us, and Kate stepped in to take over the reservation without any issues. She followed up with helpful reminders, including booking flights before prices climbed. We’re already looking forward to working with Kate on our next trip, a more involved Portugal itinerary.
Jessica B | Dominican Republic | December 2025
Florida, USA
★★★★★
We worked with Kate to book a Florida hotel for a quick getaway, and the process couldn’t have been easier. She took care of the details, found us a great rate for a large room that more than met our needs, answered any and all questions we had, and made the booking itself completely seamless. She also checked in during our trip to make sure everything was to our liking. We highly recommend working with her and will definitely be engaging her services again.
Matthew F. | Florida, USA | December 2025
New York, USA
★★★★★
I reached out to Kate at the last minute needing a hotel in New York, and she somehow found exactly what I was looking for. The entire process was quick, effortless, and surprisingly personal. Within hours, she had sent over a few great options, and the one I booked ended up being perfect: stylish, well located, and exactly the right fit.
Her restaurant and activity recommendations were equally on point. It all felt seamless, thoughtful, and easy, like having a friend who knows every good place in the city.
Joris V | USA | October 2025
Amanzoe resort. Image courtesy of client.
★★★★★
We had the best experience working with Kate to plan our trip to Greece! She made everything easy and stress free, from transfers and restaurant reservations to thoughtful hotel picks. We booked in May, and in July she noticed that prices had dropped. She rebooked us and ended up saving us about $1,000.
The Dolli in Athens was such a great choice, and when I mentioned wanting to stop somewhere between Athens and Amanzoe, she suggested Hydra, which we ended up loving more than we expected.
We also almost had to delay our trip because of illness, and Kate reached out to all the hotels to make sure we could push the trip a little later if needed. That gave us peace of mind and took away the stress. In the end we left on time, but it was such a relief to know she was on top of everything.
It was our first trip abroad without kids, and everything felt seamless and fun. We’ve already booked another trip with Kate again for December and will definitely be booking with her again and again!
Jessica B. | Greece | September 2025
Hidden Pond in Maine, USA. Image Courtesy of Fora
★★★★★
Kate was incredibly thoughtful and patient in curating a special family summer vacation for us in Maine. As first time visitors she perfectly chose activities and experiences in 2 distinct locations making our families first trip so perfect. Kate was patient and make recommendations for our boys specifically matching each of their personalities and interests. From excursions to reservations each detail was delivered with care and expertise. We can't wait for Kate to plan our next family trip!
Ryan M. | Maine | August 2025
Menorca, Spain
★★★★★
Kate from Sebastian Luxe Travel helped us plan a family vacation to Mallorca and Menorca, and we could not have been happier with the experience. With only a couple of weeks to plan, she understood our needs and booked us at Villa Le Blanc in Menorca and Ikos in Mallorca. They were two beautiful hotels in Spain which were perfect for families. We loved the perks of booking with Kate, including thoughtful upgrades, attention to all of the details and her incredible knowledge of the destinations. The service at both hotels was excellent. When we had to make last-minute changes and shorten a stay, Kate helped us handle the situation. We had an amazing trip and will definitely be working with her again.
Sara G. | Spain | June 2025