Kristina Gordon

A Round of “Finish the Sentence” with Kristina

1. Talk about exclusive access, I once arranged an experience for my guests to…

While working on an itinerary to Australia for a guest, she had mentioned her love of the theater, and how she was excited to visit the Sydney Opera House. We were able to get her exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ access that allowed her to see tour the rehearsal spaces, see costumes and learn about this world-renowned venue. For our guest, the highlight was enjoying a meal after the tour in the “green room,” where numerous famous artists have spent time backstage.

2. One of the coolest special surprises I have set up for a guest was…

A guest booked a trip multi-destination trip that included a few days in Nepal, a stop that happened to full over the guest’s milestone birthday. During our initial discovery call, he had told me that he loves to golf and that he normally golf’s on his birthday. Soon after the guests had booked, our team spent some time looking at different golfing options in Nepal. Once we had all the information, I reached to the guest’s wife and told her I had a potential surprise I wanted to share with her. Together the guest’s wife and I came up with a plan to surprise the guest with a round of golf in Nepal on his birthday. At the end of the round of golf, they enjoyed cake and champagne!

3. Food glorious food. One meal my guests will never forget was …

While in Naxos, our guests visited a local farm and olive oil factory. After the brief tour, they participated in a private cooking class in the farmhouse, using the seasonal locally sourced produce. They prepared a delicious Greek meal, that they later enjoyed with local wines, while taking in a spectacular view.

4. I love to work on complex itineraries. I once created a trip with…

I recently worked with guests on an itinerary following part of the Silk Road, including the countries of Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkey and more. This complex itinerary includes travel via private jet, helicopter and car. Unique and luxury accommodations include a staying in the Gobi Desert, in a luxury nomadic tent known as a ger. History, architecture, and culture are aplenty on this itinerary including Shahi-Kinda Ensemble, an immersive live performance celebrating Uzbek culture, and a hot air balloon ride over the valleys of Cappadocia.

5. Have a passion and need an experienced guide? One time I arranged a…

For a couple of archeological-enthusiast guests, I arranged a highly vetted private guide and driver to spend a couple of days with them while they explored Palermo, Monreale, Segesta, the Sicilian Salt Pans in Isola Lunga.

6. One of the craziest requests I have ever fulfilled is…

A couple booked a trip to Africa to celebrate their wedding anniversary over the holidays. During our discussions, they mentioned that they had never missed a steak and lobster dinner on New Year’s Eve in the 26 years that they had been together. They asked us if there was any way we could keep their tradition alive, and we did. Our Food and Beverage team and we worked with our local contacts, to make their wish a reality. After a day of gorilla trekking in Rwanda, the couple returned to their 5-star lodge and enjoyed a steak and lobster dinner to toast in the New Year!