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Meet Our Team
Kristen Fernandez
Owner | Managing Partner
In 2013 Kristen established Elli Travel Group after developing her love for travel planning.
Juan Fernandez
Owner | Operating Partner
Juan put Elli Travel Group together! Besides travel planning Juan works with our marketing & accounting teams.
Based in Palm Beach, FL Cori joined Elli Travel as an independent affiliate in 2019. For over 35 years, she has traveled the world.
Jess is originally from the West Coast and loves planning travel, especially to the Rocky Mountains and Hawaiian Islands. She previously worked in fashion merchandising.
Michelle grew up in Australia & has travelled to many countries in Asia, Europe and the US, with a list that keeps growing. Michelle is eager to share the love and passion she has for Australia and all that it has to offer.
Lucy formerly had a career on Wall Street, before she took an extended break to raise her two sons. During that time she planned many memorable family vacations.
Liz focuses on the East Coast corridor and boutique luxury destinations in Europe. Liz loves to hike and is the perpetual explorer.
Kelly enjoys skiing with her husband and two teenage boys, as well as traveling extensively for their competitive soccer and swim teams. When Kelly is not traveling or planning trips for others, she enjoys teaching yoga, going on walks catching up with friends and spending time with her French bulldog.
Alli is passionate about travel, photography & meticulous planning. Alli joined the luxury hospitality industry with The Four Seasons & The Ritz-Carlton Brands. Outside of her professional pursuits Alli is an avid marathon runner, Penn State football fan, and dedicated photographer.
Rebecca has been as an avid traveler and planner for years, and now leads a team of advisors at Elli Travel Group. Rebecca loves to help others plan and execute amazing journeys.
Melissa has worked in luxury travel and hospitality for more than 20 years representing top-tier hotels, resorts, and destinations, which has afforded her the opportunity to experience different parts of the world.
Patricia caught the travel bug over 20 years ago while studying abroad in Milan, Italy and has been to over 30 countries and is a bona fide international foodie!
Specializing in luxury hotels and magical encounters across North America, Scandinavia, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Japan and Southeast Asia, Dan has an innate knack for discovering hidden gems and iconic destinations alike.
Erica's career before travel started in marketing for companies such as Barnes & Noble.com, Publishers Clearing House.com and CD Now.
Corey has worked in the travel business for the majority of her career, including her current undertaking as the owner of Fifi + Hop, a travel blog dedicated to travel guides, tips and reviews.
After graduating from the University of Michigan, Michelle worked for Bloomingdale’s where she frequented different European cities and grew her deep passion and wanderlust for traveling the globe. She became an expert at creating the ultimate luxury travel experience.
Elizabeth is a bona fide beach aficionado naming Poipu Beach on Kauai, Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos and Smuggler's Cove in St. Lucia as three of her all-time favorites.
Based in Bergen County, NJ Suzanne caught the travel bug at an early age and has always helped plan travel for family and friends.
Melissa is a pro at navigating food allergies and dietary restrictions when traveling. From her personal experience with her family she can share that knowledge so you are prepared and can enjoy your vacation to the fullest!
Michele has traveled around the world, to 25 countries. Some of Michele's favorite destinations include Italy, Greece, Israel, South Africa, and Costa Rica.
Melissa loves the trip planning process as much as she loves to travel, especially the research and organization that goes into creating meaningful and fulfilling experiences.
Some of Allison's most memorable trips have been spelunking in Belize, hiking in Spain, diving in the BVIs, attending the opera in Vienna, and going on safari in South Africa.
Jodi was born in South Africa and has traveled extensively. Some favorite destinations are Israel, Egypt, France, Bora Bora, and Greece.
Meet the CR2 travel team, your ultimate guides to all things travel! With over 70 years of combined experience, our duo of travel experts is dedicated to curating unforgettable experiences that cater to your every desire.
While growing up in Darien, CT, Dana’s parents instilled a love of travel and world experiences. Dana always seeks to discover each location’s special details.
Amy leverages her passion for travel and her skill planning travel – along with her love for making lists and checking things off!
Suzie shares a wealth of first hand travel knowledge and can assist with anything from a one night getaway, to a milestone birthday trip, anniversary, honeymoon, babymoon, family vacation, or an unforgettable girls trip.
Ulli is a lifelong traveler who has visited over 50 countries. An Austrian citizen who grew up in the Alps, Ulli has deep experience planning trips across Europe, Asia and South America. She loves finding unique & unexpected experiences for her clients.
Some of Lisa’s favorite travel experiences include hiking the Camino de Santiago in northern Spain, visiting penguin colonies in Antarctica, skiing in Montana and Colorado, food tours in San Sebastián, cooking classes in Puglia, snorkeling in the Caribbean, and enjoying homemade paella on a private charter boat in Menorca, Spain.
Heidi has had the opportunity to intimately know Japan, Norway and Vietnam from her extended time living there and has traveled throughout the majority of East and Southeast Asia, Scandinavia and Western Europe as well as Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Belize, Oman and the UAE.
Jamie has planned & enjoyed trips around the world, with family, friends & even solo, for nearly 20 years, and enjoys helping others with their ideal curated journeys.
Erika's most recent memorable trip was to South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe where they visited Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Marybeth has visited 21 countries & traveled throughout the USA. She has surfed in Hawaii, rode camels in Morocco, hiked Petit Piton in St. Lucia, experienced La Samana Santa in Spain, visited family in Ireland, golfed in Bermuda & skied the back bowls of Colorado & Utah.
Naomi loves adventure travel & is a Backroads Specialist. Some recent travels include South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Patagonia, Egypt, Yellowstone National Park & the Grand Tetons, along w/ Greece, Italy, Ireland, Portugal, the Netherlands & France as well as the Caribbean.
Angelo was born in Switzerland, his family hails from Italy and he was raised with a deep love and Angelo has enjoyed numerous trips abroad to several countries in Europe, Latin America, Australia, and the Caribbean.
Lisa's love of travel started at an early age with frequent trips to visit family in Scandinavia. Over the years, her wanderlust has taken her throughout Europe, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and the United States.
Meghan has worked in the luxury hotel and hospitality industry for over 25 years. Her years working at the Four Seasons Hotels, Carey chauffeured transportation, and NetJets has provided Meghan with the highest level of service focused training.
For Amy, traveling has always been a way of life. Amy has lived in seven countries and has spent more then 20 years in the aviation & travel industry.
Sara relishes planning vacations to celebrate important moments in life. Sara's favorite trips include a healthy mix of relaxation, adventure, and education. Sara is an independent affiliate of Elli Travel.
Lisa leads the Primmer Travel Team at Elli Travel. Lisa has spent years advising family & friends on their travels, as well as planning for herself and her own family.
Jenny has had a taste for travel her entire life. She lived in both Brussels and then Greece as a child until her parents settled back to England where she studied catering and hospitality in London's renowned Westminster College.
Beth's passion is streamlining family travel and creating memorable adventures, from panning for gold, riding horses into the sunset, wine tasting in a vineyard, or snorkeling surrounded by dolphins.
Melissa leads the Tide Rock Team at Elli Travel. Melissa combines many of the things she enjoys most – travel and research, learning about different cultures, working with friends and meeting new people.
Sam is most at peace and relaxed at a beach destination. Sam’s personal draw toward wellness gives her insight into experiences targeted toward health and wellness at a luxury level.
Some of Heather's favorite trips have been the Amalfi Coast, Turkey, a mother/daughter trip throughout Europe on a Regent Seven Seas Cruise, and domestically, the beaches of 30A, skiing in Colorado, and mini-lobster season in the Florida Keys with her family.
Allison has been exploring Italy for 25 years and enjoys booking new destinations for her clients, both domestically and abroad.
Maegan is an avid traveler who has long been the resource for family and friends when it comes to choosing off the beaten path destinations and unique itineraries. Having visited Europe, Asia, the South Pacific, the Caribbean and all over the United States, Maegan is always eager to experience new cultures.
Joanna joined Elli Travel as a Disney travel specialist. Joanna has travelled to Disney with her family dozens of times, and has experienced all that Disney has to offer.
Dana has had a life-long passion for travel that stems from a curiosity to learn from other cultures, their history and perspectives.
Claire lives in Fairfield County with her husband and three children. Claire is a Cornell University graduate who worked in finance for 15 years raising capital for hedge funds. Her appetite for adventure has turned into a travel obsession that’s brought her across 6 continents for both work and pleasure.
Jessica was born with the travel bug. Her thirst for adventure has taken her to over 50 countries across 6 continents. Jessica believes there is nothing more enriching than a great travel experience.
Tara joined Elli Travel with a passion for helping amazing people find their next great escapes and getaways. Tara spends as much time as possible with her family and friends, and credits them with inspiring her most amazing travel adventures.
Janelle has visited 20 countries and 49 of the 50 states. While most people love the trip but loathe the planning, Janelle has planned many family vacations, including Scandinavia, Italy, Ireland, England, Dubai, ski trips in Colorado and a multi-generational family trip to Alaska.
Wendy joined Elli Travel in 2018 as an Financial Analyst. Wendy attended Washington University for undergrad and earned her MBA from Georgetown University.
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