Rachel

Before Becoming an Advisor …

Before joining Ciao Bambino, I spent over 15 years as a perinatology ultrasonographer for maternal-fetal Medicine within the Boston medical scene, where I worked in a leadership role. Working in such a high-acuity specialty taught me the art of precision, empathy and anticipation — how to remain composed under pressure and how small details can make an extraordinary difference in someone’s experience.

Travel became a natural extension of that same philosophy. Both fields demand curiosity, intuition and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise. My medical background taught me that meaningful experiences have the power to restore and inspire — and I approach travel planning with that same sense of care and purpose.

My Favorite Travel Experiences

Two destinations have completely captured my heart: the Nā Pali Coast of Kaua’i, Hawai’i, and the South of France.

Sailing along the Nā Pali Coast was nothing short of breathtaking — towering emerald cliffs rising straight from the Pacific, hidden waterfalls tumbling into turquoise coves and a coastline so untouched it feels sacred. There’s a serenity there that humbles you and reminds you of how vast and beautiful the world truly is. That experience was truly something I’ll never be able to forget.

And then there’s Saint-Tropez, which felt like stepping into a dream. Spending a day at the iconic Club 55, where Brigitte Bardot once helped define the Côte d’Azur’s effortless glamour, was pure magic — the kind of place where time slows down and elegance feels completely unforced. The South of France as a whole truly holds a timeless beauty and soul that lingers long after you leave.

Why I Love My Job

I was born in England and then later moved from Florence, Italy, to the United States, so travel has always been an essential part of who I am. It shaped how I see the world — as something to be explored deeply, appreciated fully and shared generously. Every destination tells a story, and I love helping people find their own within it.

What I find most fulfilling about being a Travel Advisor is curating experiences that feel both personal and transformative. Whether it’s a family reconnecting on a private catamaran off Kaua’i, a couple savoring a candlelit dinner in Provence or friends exploring a hidden market in Lisbon, I design journeys that nurture connection and joy.

Travel isn’t just about seeing the world; it’s about feeling it. It opens our hearts, enriches our relationships and reminds us of what truly matters. Helping others experience something I love so much that has shaped who I am as a person is why I love what I do.