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Meet Katrina Cepeda

I call the San Francisco Bay Area home and have spent much of my career in tech in the heart of Silicon Valley. My first job was working alongside David and Arlene Brown, and that role took me all over the world as I managed international programs.


My love of travel began at age 13, when my aunt and uncle invited me to spend the summer with them in Germany. From there, we explored several countries across Europe, and I knew then that I had caught the travel bug. Traveling to historical places and viewing beautiful art encouraged me to get a degree in Art History, which I have applied to where I visit.


My interests include:

  • Historical sites, art, and museums
  • Active and outdoor adventures
  • Culinary and cultural experiences
  • Seeking secret hidden treasures (speakeasies, underground cities, you name it!)


When I’m not traveling, I spend my time cuddling up with my three bunnies and attending music festivals.


I would love to help you plan unforgettable experiences and discover the places you’ve always wanted to visit. Please reach out and say hello! 

Katrina's Blogs

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Why Your Travel Holiday Should Last at Least a Week
Why Your Travel Holiday Should Last at Least a Week Travel is one of life's great pleasures, giving you an opportunity to escape your routine and experience all that the world has to offer. But the length of your holiday can make a big difference to its overall experience. Short getaways might seem appealing but […]
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Feeling At Home When You’re Away From Home
Feeling At Home When You’re Away From Home Traveling to somewhere new is exciting, but it can also leave you feeling totally overwhelmed if you need a comforting routine. Naturally, as everybody knows, pushing yourself outside your comfort zone has some serious benefits. For example, exploring a destination nowhere like home can really boost your […]
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Why You Should Travel Somewhere That Feels Nothing Like Home
Travel becomes far more meaningful when the destination feels unfamiliar, challenging and full of surprises. When everything looks, sounds and moves differently than what you're used to, it naturally pushes you to pay attention, stay curious and open yourself up to new experiences. This is probably why we enjoyed our time living and working in Europe so much - there were cultural challenges daily!

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