Kristen Unick

Plan your next journey with

Kristen Unick

Kristen Unick is a luxury travel advisor at LuxRally Travel, a Forbes Travel Guide-endorsed agency. A New Yorker recently transplanted to San Diego, she has traveled to all seven continents and 60-plus countries — with firsthand experience at the properties she recommends. She works with couples, honeymooners, executives, families, and high-net-worth individuals who want someone who has actually been there, knows what is worth the money, and will tell them the truth. Her writing in The LuxRally Journal covers destination insight, honest hotel reviews, and the kind of insider knowledge that only comes from showing up in person. When she is not planning someone else's trip, she is usually sipping an Aperol Spritz somewhere in Europe or getting lost on a hike.

The Journal, by email

Subscribe to Kristen Unick

New articles, straight to your inbox. No noise, unsubscribe anytime.

All articles by Kristen Unick

Faena Miami Beach: Inside Miami Beach's Most Theatrical Luxury Beachfront Hotel

Features

Faena Miami Beach: Inside Miami Beach's Most Theatrical Luxury Beachfront Hotel

I toured Faena Miami Beach's $60,000-a-night penthouse and other top suites during an insider visit — here's an honest look at who this perfectly overdone, Forbes Five-Star property is really for.

Where to Stay in Koh Samui, Thailand: The Best Hotels for Every Type of Trip

Guides

Where to Stay in Koh Samui, Thailand: The Best Hotels for Every Type of Trip

Koh Samui's top luxury hotels are not interchangeable. From family-friendly resorts to romantic private villas, here's a firsthand breakdown of the four best properties on the island and who each one is perfect for.

Royal Mansour vs. La Mamounia: An Expert Comparison of Morocco's Most Iconic Palaces

Features

Royal Mansour vs. La Mamounia: An Expert Comparison of Morocco's Most Iconic Palaces

Two palatial hotels define luxury in Marrakech—but they couldn't be more different. This expert comparison of Royal Mansour and La Mamounia can help you choose the perfect stay.

The Actual Value of Working with a Travel Advisor

Industry

The Actual Value of Working with a Travel Advisor

Think travel advisors are outdated? I’m a former skeptic who made this my whole career: the insider access, real-time problem-solving, and exclusive perks are something no algorithm can replicate.

Antarctica Taught Me Why I Need a Travel Advisor—Before I Became One

Tips

Antarctica Taught Me Why I Need a Travel Advisor—Before I Became One

When COVID disrupted my cruise to Antarctica, I didn't have an advocate to save the highly-anticipated trip. That cruise gone wrong shapes how I now help clients plan with confidence.

Secrets Playa Mujeres: What to Know Before You Book

Features

Secrets Playa Mujeres: What to Know Before You Book

An honest look at Secrets Playa Mujeres—from Preferred Club upgrades to standout dining and who this adults-only, all-inclusive escape near Cancun is truly best for.

Secrets Moxché: An All-Inclusive that Actually Lives Up to the Hype

Features

Secrets Moxché: An All-Inclusive that Actually Lives Up to the Hype

A firsthand look at Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen, from the pools and restaurants to the beach, rooms, and airport transportation. Here's what to know before booking.