2023 has been a year of partners, and I'm ending it with a bang. ‘Tis the season for celebration, after all, and what better way to do so than with an ever-growing travel family? This month, I'm thrilled to welcome into the Fora community six new partners, from a duo of Spanish boutique gems to an artsy Manhattan hotspot. 

Read on to learn more about these relationships, and fill out the form below to plan a trip today.

AlmaHotels: VIP traveler perks

AlmaHotels consist of two design hotels in Spain: Alma Barcelona and Alma Pamplona. The brand as a whole takes hospitality very seriously, and cares a lot about imbuing their properties with a strong sense of place. There are numerous cultural activities to choose from. At Alma Barcelona, you’re steps away from the city’s best museums and entertainment venues. The hotel’s garden restaurant makes for an especially serene place to recharge after a day of exploring. At Alma Pamplona, kayak, cycle and jog in the surrounding nature, then retreat to the hotel’s spa, complete with a dry sauna, steam room, swimming pool and contrast showers. And when you book Alma with me, you'll unlock exclusive travel perks.

Fora Perks:

• Minibar & coffee kit by Nespresso.

• VIP welcome amenity.

• Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Ambiente Sedona: VIP traveler perks

There’s something magical about Sedona — the red rocks, the good vibes, the famed “vortex” energy portals — and Ambiente Sedona, an adults-only resort in the Coconino National Forest, embraces that magic. You'll stay in one of 40 “atriums,” each of which is outfitted with floor-to-ceiling windows and rooftop stargazing terraces, so the surrounding views can be maximally enjoyed and appreciated. During the day, take a guided hike, attend a crystal workshop, bike up a mountain or indulge in a holistic treatment at Velvet, Ambiente’s spa. And don't forget: booking with me means VIP perks.

Fora Perks:

• $100 hotel / resort credit.

• Welcome amenity.

• Breakfast daily.

• Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

ModernHaus SoHo: VIP traveler perks

Walking into ModernHaus SoHo feels like walking into a modern art gallery. The decor is clean and colorful, art is everywhere and the lively common spaces (a sleek rooftop pool bar, a hip Mediterranean restaurant) are beloved by savvy travelers and fashionable locals alike. Speaking of art, works by renowned artists including KAWS, Harland Miller and Jean Dubuffet are on display throughout the property. Plus, the location is prime. More galleries, restaurants, bars and some of Manhattan's best shopping are all within walking distance, if not right across the street. Book with me to level up your stay with exclusive perks and VIP status.

Fora Perks:

• Welcome amenity.

• Upgrade & extended check in/out whenever possible.

Octant Hotels: VIP traveler perks

This Portuguese hotel collection is all about delivering a truly local experience. Each unique location — Douro, Furnas, the Algarve — determines the design and direction of the hotel. The food is locally sourced, and the experiences (surfing, cooking classes, meals cooked by locals, pottery workshops, hot-air balloon rides) allow guests to immerse themselves into each locale. Octant is big on authenticity, and helps you experience Portugal in a more meaningful way. Even better, when you book with me, you'll get exclusive perks at select properties to enhance your stay.

Fora Perks (perks vary by property):

• Complimentary 50-minute massage for two.

• Breakfast daily.

• Upgrade & extended check in/out whenever possible.

Firmdale Hotels: VIP traveler perks

Firmdale’s 10 stylish hotels in New York and London are a study in chic, meticulously sourced design. Kit Kemp, the brand’s co-founder and creative director, is a master at combining British sophistication (pastel hues, bold patterns, posh gardens) with modern art, antiques, global artifacts and a warm playfulness. Afternoon tea at any Firmdale property is top-notch, and the brand’s restaurants — bustling art-filled spaces serving refined, comforting fare — are just as inviting. And when you book with me, you'll get VIP perks to make your stay all the more memorable.

Fora Perks:

• Welcome amenity.

• Breakfast daily.

• Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

One Hundred Shoreditch & Lyle Washington DC: VIP traveler perks

These fun, trendy hotels are both part of Lore Group, a super chic hospitality company that designs and manages hotels, restaurants and bars in Amsterdam, London and DC. One Hundred Shoreditch, in London's East End, is a neighborhood hotspot, with a sexy rooftop bar, a cozy coffee shop and yet another sexy bar in the lobby. (Don’t miss the latter’s live DJ sets on Thursdays and Fridays.) And the gym is *chef’s kiss*: their “Peloton Studio” comes equipped with the fitness company’s treadmills and bikes, and those staying in a Studio Suite can even have a bike brought up to their room. At the Lyle Washington DC, in the city’s Dupont Circle neighborhood, expect a clean and modern aesthetic, plus a distinctly local feel. All of Lore Group’s properties have that intimate, neighborhoody, hyperlocal vibe I love. And when you book One Hundred Shoreditch or the Lyle with me, you'll unlock exclusive traveler perks.

Fora Perks:

• $50 food / beverage credit.

• Welcome amenity.

• Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.