Blaire Kochar’s career as a travel advisor was founded as a result of her love of traveling and passion to plan. Blaire found herself craving a more permanent role in the industry, thus resulting in BPK Travel, an independent affiliate of Brownell Travel.
Blaire’s mission is to deliver her clients’ dream getaway with impeccable execution, out of the box suggestions and hassle free planning. Blaire strives to not just work with her clients but also treat them as peers, making her capable of truly understanding her clients’ most important travel wants and needs.
Blaire is passionate about beautiful views, amazing food experiences, unique hotels and personalized service.
The first place I ever visited on the Amalfi Coast was Palazzo Avino. I vividly remember stepping onto the terrace and seeing the expansive and impressive views of Ravello. The dramatic scenery was absolutely breathtaking and a total “pinch me” moment. This trip was also the first “big trip” I took after starting my career in the travel industry and was truly the start of me falling in love with hotel site visits and exploring new destinations around the world.
Favorite Memory
The first place I ever visited on the Amalfi Coast was Palazzo Avino. I vividly remember stepping onto the terrace and seeing the expansive and impressive views of Ravello. The dramatic scenery was absolutely breathtaking and a total “pinch me” moment. This trip was also the first “big trip” I took after starting my career in the travel industry and was truly the start of me falling in love with hotel site visits and exploring new destinations around the world.
Insider Tip
Each family owned hotel was chosen to feel authentically true to the area it’s in. My advice is to immerse yourself in the hotel as much as you would in the surrounding area as each has something special and unique to offer. Whether it’s taking a high quality Italian cooking class at Borgo Santo Pietro, having cocktails overlooking the Amsterdam canals at De L’Europe, bike riding through the property and to the beach club at Borgo Egnazia or watching the sunset at the Lobster and Martini bar at Palazzo Avino, the hotels in the Querido Collection are the perfect blend of authentic experiences and sense of place.
Next Dream Trip?
I’m really intrigued by Sublime Comporta. I think it looks so unique and unlike anything I have experienced. I also am eager to visit Marbella Club – who doesn’t love a beautiful hotel nearby a chic and lively city!?
Cannot travel without...
Packing cubes! They’ve been game changers! Also, a portable phone charger. I’m taking way too many pictures & posting on Instagram to make it through the day without one!