Travel Advisor

Jen Barnes

Expertise

  • Greece,
  • US National Parks,
  • Adventure Travel,
  • Family Travel
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Advisor - Jen Barnes

About

I am passionate about helping families with teens connect through travel and outdoor adventures. Pair that with a luxury hotel and it's a win for all!

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Home airports

CLT and CAE.

My travel style

With three teenagers of my own, I have found the magical balances between adventure and relaxation while traveling. I like to find the non-touristy/private experiences when traveling to a well-known destination. My preferred travel day includes outdoor activities like hiking, SUP, kayaking or biking but I also enjoy a good art museum in the mix. The best end to a travel day is a drop dead gorgeous sunset, a refined meal with wine and a stunning hotel to lay my head. I believe travel is the great family connector. Families create memories that last a lifetime and leave a legacy when they adventure together. It's my pleasure to help families curate those experiences!

Favorite hotels

Hotel Casa Santo Domingo

Glamorous hacienda-style hotel in Antigua with views of the volcano from each suite — perfect for a romantic holiday.

Casa Palopó

High above Lake Atitlan, this boutique proeprty is the passion project of the owner and displays her extensive local art collection.

The Sonnenalp Vail

There’s an upscale but understated vibe to this Vail Village favorite, with a ski concierge, three restaurants and evening activities for kids.

Fora Perks

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    $100 food / beverage credit.

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    Breakfast daily.

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    Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Recently returned from:

  • Sailing around the Greek Cyclades Islands for seven days.

  • Road-tripping from Portland to Seattle, stopping at National Parks in-between.

  • Hiking in the late summer in Vail, Colorado. 

  • Vacation-ing in Guatemala.

Dreaming of:

  • Northern Italy – Dolomites and Lake Como. 

  • Namibia. 

  • Road trip through Utah for the National Parks. 

  • Mother daughter getaway to San Diego.

One thing I can't travel without...

Sleeping mask and ear plugs.

Two truths, one lie:

  1. I was handed a baby through a window on the train from Machu Picchu to Cusco. 

  2. My son had to have his tonsils removed while we were traveling in Greece. 

  3. My husband and I met while working one summer at Yellowstone National Park.

Jen's guides

Advisor - Jen Barnes

Travel Advisor

Jen Barnes

Get in touch with Jen

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