Erica Gerakos
As a Travel Specialist for Greece and Italy, I love helping travelers create personalized trips filled with local culture, memorable experiences, and amazing food. Whether you’re planning a family adventure, a couples’ getaway, a friends’ trip, or a romantic honeymoon, I’ll create your ideal trip using my firsthand experience in Greece and Italy to help you explore these beautiful places in a way that’s personalized to your interests and travel style.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"🇬🇷 Greece 🇬🇷
I first fell in love with Greece after marrying into a Greek family, and it became one of my favorite places in the world. With family spread across the country, I’ve been able to experience so many sides of Greece: from lively Athens to the olive groves and quiet seaside villages of the Peloponnese, and the whitewashed Cycladic Islands. And what truly makes Greece special is the people. Philoxenia, the Greek spirit of welcoming strangers with genuine warmth, is something you feel everywhere you go.
🇮🇹 Italy 🇮🇹
My love for Italy began as an art history student studying abroad. Visiting Italy for the first time completely captured my heart. Seeing frescoes, Renaissance masterpieces, and historic sites in person that I had only studied was incredibly moving. And of course, the food, wine, history, and wonderful people made me want to return again and again.
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How did you get involved in travel?
"Growing up, my family lived in several different parts of the country, so I learned early on to appreciate new places. I still remember the excitement of road trips and plane rides as a child—that feeling of landing somewhere new. Studying abroad in college was an amazing experience, and ever since then I’ve loved traveling to other countries and discovering new cultures. That naturally led me to working in the travel world, where I get to help others create those same meaningful experiences."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"Sailing in a catamaran in the caldera of Santorini! Swimming and snorkeling in the clear blue water at secluded spots along the island's coast, enjoying a delicious lunch of horiatiki (Greek salad), souvlaki, tzatziki, pasta with shrimp, prepared by the chef on board, and sunbathing on the deck. Having this experience with my extended family was truly magical and something we will never forget!
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Erica's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
With 10 days in Greece, you can choose between an island-hopping adventure, a historical highlights tour, and a fast-paced road trip itinerary. The islands of Santorini, Naxos,...
Many travelers with 10 days to spend in Italy choose to explore two to three cities or regions—you can easily see the top sights in Venice, Florence, Rome, adding the Amalfi...
Family itineraries
On this two-week adventure around the Greek mainland and islands, you'll do everything from hiking to biking to kayaking as you explore the country's beauty and culture. You'll...
With thousands of years of cultural and culinary history, Italy offers plenty to take in. In 10 days, you can choose to go deep on a particular region or hop between the high...
Luxury itineraries
Ten days in Greece is an excellent amount of time to delve into a highlights tour that features Athens, Crete, and three picturesque Cyclades islands. You can also cater the...
With 10 days to experience the luxuries of Italy, you can delve deep into one region or pick up the pace on a highlights tour. Focus on the northwest if you're a wine and...
Road trip itineraries
Honeymoon itineraries
Greece is one of the most irresistible honeymoon getaways on Earth. Relax on Europe's best and most diverse range of beaches on one or more of the nation's 6000-odd islands,...
Italy oozes romance like few other destinations can: after all, this is where the world's best-known love story, Romeo and Juliet, was set. From exploring the cultural vibrancy...
Recent trip reviews for Erica
Italy
Italy
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Oct 7 - Oct 21, 2026
We had a great experiencing planning this tri...
Italy
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Oct 3 - Oct 17, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a pleasure planning this mother-daughter trip with you, and I’m so happy to hear you loved all the hotels. The Sorrento view and the Rome hotel’s history sound like they were perfect fits, and I’m glad the Florence team came through when your luggage was delayed. Thanks too for the honest note on the golf cart and culture tours. That’s really helpful for planning future trips, and I’ll keep it in mind to leave a little more breathing room. We hope to help you plan your next adventure soon!
Beginning to the end , our trip exceeded our ...
Italy
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Oct 1 - Oct 10, 2026
Beginning to the end , our trip exceeded our expectations.
The golf cart tour of Rome was perfect. Our Guide John Luca was interesting, knowledgeable and fun.!
Each wine tour experience was different and a great experience. We especially liked the small family owned winery in Tuscany. Luci .
Thoughtful detail was evident in the planning by Erica, that made this a trip of a lifetime!
I am so happy the whole trip exceeded your expectations from start to finish. That small family-owned winery in Tuscany is such a special spot. Thank you for the kind words about the planning, it truly means so much to hear this was a trip of a lifetime!
I went to Florence and Rome with my adult son...
Italy
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Oct 4 - Oct 10, 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review. I'm so glad the pacing felt right and that the whole trip was worry-free from start to finish. I am especially happy to hear the Fiesole hike with Manuel was such a wonderful experience - the hike, the scenery, the meal - I know this was something you were really looking forward to!
Time of our lives!
Italy
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Sep 14 - Sep 21, 2026
I am so happy to hear the whole process felt easy and personalized, and that it added up to the trip of a lifetime! And I love that you got to experience Fabio's winery tour. You will enjoy those bottles of wine with memories of this trip! Thank you so much for sharing this.
Lea and Erica planned the most amazing trip f...
Greece
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Sep 14 - Sep 23, 2026
Us too and from the airports and ferry ports were so friendly and kind!! Each island was beautiful and unique and... Read more
I'm so happy the tours hit all the right highlights on each island and that the guides made the Acropolis, Chora, and Milos tours so memorable. Glad the drivers took great care of you too! Each island really does have its own personality, and I loved putting this one together for you. The Niche Hotel is a favorite for sure. Efcharistó!
10/10 Amazing Time in Sorrento
Italy
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Sep 14 - Sep 21, 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! I'm thrilled it was as romantic and stress-free as you'd hoped. I love that the Hotel Du Tasso was a highlight for you. A special hotel in a prime location with amazing service makes all the difference. So glad the excursions and transfers all went smoothly too! We will be here when you are ready to book your next trip!
We had an excellent experience working with Erica booking our trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast
Italy
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Sep 4 - Sep 11, 2026
We had an excellent experience working with Erica, her team and KimKim. The hotels (accommodations as well as service) selected were exceptional, the transfers were smooth, and tour bookings were exactly what we were looking for. The tour operators were friendly, knowlegeable and made great dining recommendations. I would absolutely book with Erica and KimKim again!
Dear Jess, Thank you so much for the high praise! I appreciate how you trusted me and the kimkim team with your special anniversary trip. So happy to hear everything came together seamlessly, that the hotels were exceptional, and the guides took such great care of you. We hope to welcome you back for your next adventure! 💛
Erica was prompt in responding to our issues ...
Greece
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Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026
Janet, thank you so much for your review! I really appreciate your feedback on the hotels, and I'm so glad you loved the Niche hotel in Athens as much as we do. It sounds like the guides on all your activities made each experience extra special, I am so happy you enjoyed them all! Thanks again for sharing your trip with us.
Great trip to Greece
Greece
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Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026
Thank you so much for this feedback! I'm so glad the trip was fabulous and that everything came together well for your group - the transfers, tours, and support along the way. I really appreciate all your feedback on the hotels too, the good and the not-so-good, it helps me keep making these trips even better. So happy to hear the experiences overall were a hit for you all. Thanks again for the recommendation!