A-List Christine Smith T+L TOP TRAVEL ADVISOR | HAWAII SPECIALIST By Travel + Leisure Editors Travel + Leisure Editors Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 9, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email The less-visited parts of Hawaii are Smith's specialty. She recently planned a family trip that focused on under-the-radar stops like the Ali'i Kula Lavender farm, in upcountry Maui, and the Honopi'ilani Food Truck Park, in Lahaina. Interest in the islands soared during the pandemic, and Smith has her eye on major hotel reopenings and renovations, like the Four Seasons Hualalai on the island of Hawaii and Turtle Bay's renovation on the North Shore of Oahu. "I also see clients opting to pay more to hire a private boat for the day rather than joining one of the larger group snorkel tours to Molokini Crater, or a private driver to enjoy the Road to Hana rather than navigating themselves," she notes. One of the more heartening developments she's witnessed recently is travelers' increased cultural sensitivity toward Hawaii's Indigenous population. "It opens the door to planning more unique itineraries and connecting clients with locals," she says. To that end, she loves pointing clients to the Mauna Kea on Hawaiʻi, where locals have recently protested the construction of a new telescope. "The volcano is one of the most sacred sites to the Hawaiian people," she says. "Visiting it offers insight into the local culture and allows travelers to become invested in local issues while they're on the island." ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES: Italy, France, the U.K. Languages Spoken: English Minimum Daily Spend: From $750 per person per day Trip Planning Fees: From $750 Contact Info christine@globalescapes.com | 706-543-3298 | Athens, Ga. globalescapes.com facebook.com/globalescapes instagram.com/globalescapestravel twitter.com/globalescapes Testimonial "My family has been working with Christine for over five years. She is an incredible advisor and now a family friend. Christine is organized and committed to providing recommendations that align with our preferences and lifestyles. Most importantly, when problems arise (as they inevitably do!) Christine has always been there to patiently and adeptly guide us through unforeseen circumstances." — Mark F. Sample Hawaii Itinerary Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit