Travel Advisor
Alexandra Shea
Expertise
- Italy,
- Australia,
- Honeymoons,
- Wellness & Spa
Based in
Chicago
Languages spoken
English, Italian
Profile details
About
30 countries and counting. Mama to two munchkins. Living vicariously through your travel because I'm too tired to take them anywhere.
Check out my local Chicago recs in this Journal article, The Best of Chicago: Local Fora Advisors Share Their Tips on How to Make the Most of Your Windy City Vacation.
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Travel style
My style is to bask. Even in the busiest piazzas I like to sit, sun on my face, with a coffee or gelato, and soak it all in.
Alexandra's travel guides & trip reports
An Enchanting 2 Weeks in Switzerland and Italy
Cliffs and Charms: A 5-Day Italian Adventure on the Amalfi Coast
From Medinas to Mountains: A Magical Morocco 7 Day Itinerary
Favorite hotels
Turtle Inn
Part of the Coppola collection, this Placencia edition is home to seafront cottages, two pools and a trio of restaurants.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 hotel / resort credit.
- ★
Breakfast daily.
- ★
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
Charming, historic hotel in Sorrento that transports one back directly to the dolce vita.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 hotel / resort credit.
- ★
Breakfast daily.
- ★
Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale
Tucked into Camelback Mountain, the Phoenician is a lovely modern enclave with a Sonoran feeling.
Fora Perks
- ★
$100 food / beverage credit.
- ★
Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
The Tree House Boutique Hotel
A unique boutique stay in Cape Town with stylish accommodations and lush surroundings.
Alexandra's reviews
Alexandra is the best!!! She’s thoughtful, a joy to work with and has a wealth of knowledge!
- Katherine F.
Booked travel to Rome, Italy and Washington DC
- May 2024
Alexandra is the best! So thoughtful and also brings her incredible expertise!
- Katherine F.
Booked travel to Florence
- May 2024
Alexandra was fabulous! She graciously pivoted planning as our travel needs changed and ensured a seamless hotel experience while providing us several extra perks that made our trip that much more special. She was quick to respond to any questions we had and I will definitely engage with her again when planning future trips! Highly recommend!
- Laura H.
Booked travel to Savannah
- April 2024
Alexandra is the best! Not only is she thoughtful but she also has lots of expertise! A joy to work with!
- Katherine F.
Booked travel to Virginia
- April 2024
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