I believe the best travel stories begin with “I wasn’t planning to fall in love with that place, but…”

My job is making sure your story starts exactly that way.

I’m Sarah Fitzgerald, a travel advisor with Fora Travel, and I specialize in creating itineraries that skip the tourist traps and dive straight into the experiences that change how you see the world. While others are queuing for hours at overcrowded attractions, my clients are discovering hidden medieval courtyards in Ghent, learning about craft cocktails from Sicilian locals, and cycling through Irish countryside that most people only glimpse from bus windows.

Why I Partner with Fora Travel

Fora Travel represents a new generation of travel planning – one that combines the personal touch of traditional travel agents with the resources and flexibility that modern travelers actually need. As a Fora advisor, I have access to exclusive experiences, preferred partnerships, and insider knowledge that you simply can’t find on booking sites.

What this means for you: while anyone can book a hotel room online, I create experiences that transform destinations from photo opportunities into personal discoveries. I don’t just send you to Rome – I connect you with the family-run trattorias where locals eat, the neighborhoods where real Roman life happens, and the timing strategies that help you experience the Eternal City without the eternal crowds.

My Travel Philosophy

International travel has become a checklist exercise for too many people. They hit the famous spots, snap the required photos, and wonder why Amsterdam felt like a theme park or why Paris disappointed. I help travelers move beyond surface-level experiences to discover the spots that locals actually prefer.

My approach combines detailed logistical planning with authentic local experiences. I obsess over train schedules and restaurant reservations so you can focus on connecting with places and people. I research the neighborhoods where locals live, the timing that avoids tourist rushes, and the hidden experiences that create stories worth telling years later.

What Makes My Planning Different

Insider Perspective: I don’t just visit destinations – I study them. My itineraries reflect months of research, local connections, and personal testing. When I recommend a restaurant in Costa Rica or a pub in Dublin, it’s because I’ve sat at those tables and built relationships with the people who make those places special.

Practical Obsession: European travel rewards careful planning. I handle the complex logistics – train connections, reservation timing, seasonal considerations – that can make or break a trip. Your itinerary arrives with detailed transportation notes, backup plans for weather, and the kind of local knowledge that usually takes years to accumulate.

Quality Over Quantity: Rather than cramming maximum destinations into minimum time, I create itineraries that allow you to experience places properly. Better to understand two cities deeply than to check ten off a list superficially.

Authentic Experiences: My recommendations come from personal relationships with local guides, restaurant owners, and cultural experts who share my passion for showing travelers the real character of their cities.

Working Together

Every collaboration begins with understanding what transforms travel from obligation into adventure for you. Some clients want to trace family histories through European archives. Others dream of cycling through landscapes they’ve only seen in films. Many simply want to experience the culture without feeling like tourists in their own vacation.

I listen to what excites you, research what’s actually possible, and create detailed plans that balance your interests with practical realities. The result: itineraries that feel custom-designed because they are, supported by the resources and expertise that come from Fora’s network of travel professionals.

The Fora Advantage

Working with Fora Travel means accessing benefits that individual planning simply cannot provide:

• Exclusive partnerships with boutique hotels, local guides, and experience providers
• 24/7 support throughout your travels, not just during the planning phase
• Preferred rates and amenities at carefully selected accommodations
• Real-time assistance for changes, emergencies, or spontaneous opportunities
• Insider access to experiences that aren’t available through public booking channels

Beyond the Itinerary

My relationship with clients extends beyond trip delivery. I provide detailed briefing materials that help you understand local customs, seasonal considerations, and cultural context. During your travels, I’m available for real-time adjustments, recommendations, and support. After you return, I want to hear your stories – they inform my future planning and help me refine recommendations for other travelers.

The best compliment I receive isn’t “that was a nice trip” – it’s “I never want to travel any other way again.” That’s what happens when you experience destinations through local eyes rather than tourist guides.

Ready to Discover Your Next Favorite City?

If you’re tired of travel that feels performative rather than transformative, let’s talk. I create vacations that reward curiosity, celebrate authentic experiences, and respect your time and investment.

Email me at sarah.fitzgerald1@fora.travel to start planning your next adventure. Whether you’re dreaming of Belgian beer education, Amsterdam’s hidden neighborhoods, or Irish countryside that changes how you think about travel, I’ll help you discover the Europe that exists beyond the postcards.

Let’s plan something worth remembering.