Kristina Hawkins
Luxury Travel Advisor
Designing personalized journeys across Europe, Asia, and beyond for travelers who want beauty, depth, ease, and the right amount of adventure.
Designing personalized journeys across Europe, Asia, and beyond for travelers who want beauty, depth, ease, and the right amount of adventure.
Meet Kristina
A Passion for Meaningful Travel
Kristina Hawkins is the founder of KJH World Travel and a luxury travel advisor known for designing personalized journeys that feel both seamless and deeply considered. With a strong focus on Europe and a love for destinations that blend style, culture, and substance, she helps travelers move beyond generic vacations into experiences that feel distinctly their own.
Her approach combines thoughtful planning with real-world practicality. She works closely with each client to understand how they want to feel when they travel, not just where they want to go. For some, that means boutique hotels, private transfers, and exceptional dining. For others, it means scenic rail routes, safari lodges, coastal drives, hidden villages, and a few unforgettable experiences beyond the obvious.
Kristina grew up as a military child, living in Spain, Panama, and Jamaica—an experience that sparked her sense of adventure, made her comfortable in different cultures, and gave her a lasting appreciation for the local people, customs, and rhythms that make a place truly memorable.
Kristina takes a high-touch, research-driven approach to planning. She does not drop clients into cookie-cutter itineraries or hand over a list of links and wish them luck. She designs trips around the traveler themselves. Their pace, style, interests, priorities, and budget all matter.
“I’ve always felt pulled toward the world beyond my own backyard. Travel is how I stay curious, feel alive, and understand people and places in a way you simply can’t from a distance.” -Kristina
13
Countries Visited
5
Continents Explored
42
Countries Planned
500
Trips Designed
Quick Fire
Getting To Know Kristina
Next Up
Morocco! Time to gain first hand knowledge
First Passport Stamp
Spain, age 1
Never Travel Without
Headphones, pashmina, snacks, translator app
Best Meal Abroad
Shrimp Paella @ Can Pini, Tossa De Mar Spain
Curated Collection
Kristina's Favorite Luxury Hotels
Personally vetted properties where BTA clients receive exclusive VIP treatment.
Virtuoso PreferredÈze, France
Château de la Chèvre d’Or
Built directly into Èze’s medieval village, this is not a hotel that sits beside the destination — it is part of it.
- Upgrade on Arrival (subject to availability
- $100 Credit
- Early Check-in / Late Check-out
Virtuoso PreferredMontenegro
One&Only Portonovi
It is an ideal choice for clients who want refined luxury, mountain-and-bay beauty, and a gateway to a lesser-done corner of Europe that feels both sophisticated and refreshingly local.
- Upgrade on Arrival (subject to availability
- $100 Credit
- Early Check-in / Late Check-out
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Virtuoso PreferredXpu-Ha, Mexico
Hotel Esencia
Set on the secluded sands of Xpu-Ha, Hotel Esencia feels more like a private Riviera Maya estate than a typical resort — elegant, discreet, and deeply refined.
- Upgrade on Arrival (subject to availability
- $100 Credit
- Early Check-in / Late Check-out
Luxury Collection HotelKyoto, Japan
Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto, A Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
Ideal stay for travelers who want Kyoto’s sense of calm, beauty, and refinement wrapped in true luxury.
- Upgrade on Arrival (subject to availability
- $100 Credit
- Early Check-in / Late Check-out
Virtuoso PreferredSomerset West, Cape Town
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
It is a strong fit for clients who want their Cape Town-area stay to feel elegant, restorative, and more rooted in the landscape, with golf, wellness, and wine close at hand.
- Upgrade on Arrival (subject to availability
- $100 Credit
- Early Check-in / Late Check-out
Virtuoso PreferredFurnas Azores
Octant Hotels Furnas
- VIP WELCOME & SPECIAL AMENITY
- $100 HOTEL / RESORT CREDIT
- PRIORITY FOR ROOM UPGRADE
Areas of Expertise
Kristina's Specialties
Luxury European Travel
Read the storyLuxury European Travel
Adventure-Luxury Journeys
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Tailor-Made Multi-Country Itineraries
Read the storyTailor-Made Multi-Country Itineraries
Boutique and High-End Hotel Curation
Read the storyBoutique and High-End Hotel Curation
Cultural and Culinary Travel
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Honeymoon and Romance
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Her Approach
The Art of Thoughtful Travel
Personalization first
No two clients travel the same way, so no two itineraries should look the same. I build each journey around the traveler’s pace, priorities, and style, whether that means polished ease, deeper cultural immersion, or a trip with a little more movement and adventure.
Luxury should feel effortless
For me, luxury is not about excess for the sake of it. It is about having the right room, the right flow, the right support, and the kind of access that makes travel feel smoother, richer, and more enjoyable from beginning to end.
Beautiful trips still need structure
A great itinerary is not just a list of lovely places. It needs rhythm. I think carefully about timing, logistics, transitions, and energy so the trip feels exciting without becoming exhausting.
Support matters before and during travel
My clients know they are not piecing things together alone. From the early planning stages through travel itself, I help make sure the details are handled and the experience feels well cared for.
Featured Journeys
Experiences Designed By Kristina
Switzerland Small Group
A seamless journey by train that included dramatic landscapes, adventurous day tours with both immersive lake, town and city experiences.
Bohemian Dream Globus Tour including Ireland Pre-Tour and Poland Post-Tour
Traveling from Budapest to Prague is made for travelers who love beauty, culture, and the old-worldand old-world atmosphere. Think grand cities, storybook castles, striking cathedrals, rich food, and the kind of charm that makes Central Europe feel unforgettable.
European Luxury Journey
This 5-star journey through nine European countries is designed for travelers who want to see the best of Europe without sacrificing comfort, style, or ease. Think iconic cities, breathtaking coastlines, seamless private transfers, first-class rail, and standout luxury stays woven into one beautifully paced experience
Why Work With Kristina
Your Journey,
Perfectly Handled
Tailored Itinerary Design
Personalized itinerary design built around your travel style, not a template
Preferred Partner Perks
Trusted hotel and travel partnerships that can unlock added value and VIP perks
Seamless Travel Planning
Thoughtful planning that balances beautiful experiences with smart logistics
Strategic Travel Guidance
Expert guidance on destinations, routing, pacing, and where to spend well
Ongoing Travel Support
Support before and during travel, so you are not left figuring things out alone
A Curated Travel Approach
A tailored approach that can blend luxury, culture, comfort, and adventure in the right proportions
Client Stories
What Travelers Say
About Kristina
"Kristina was incredible to work with. Responsive, thoughtful, nimble, communicative, and very organized. She perfectly balanced deferring to our needs and preferences, while also making recommendations and suggestions when we really needed them. She was knowledgeable on things big and small and it was clear once we got to our destination that there were many perks from having worked through her company."
Steve Erickson
Honeymoon Italy
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JOIN MY CLUBThe most memorable trips are never just well booked. They are well designed. The best journeys are part art, part logistics, and entirely personal.