About Us

Exploring is what life's all about

Explorabout connects vacation rental guests with curated local experiences, enhancing their stays and creating additional value for Property Managers, Hosts, and Tour Operators.

‍We’re different by design, ready to deliver deeper experiencesAt Explorabout, we believe travel experiences should stir the soul. Today’s guests are looking to live deeply—discovering hidden gems, connecting with locals, and creating meaningful memories.

We make that possible by partnering with Vacation Rental Property Managers and Tour Operators, offering plug-and-play technology that surfaces personalized local experiences and includes automatic commission tracking. It’s a seamless way to add value for your guests—and your business.

Whether it’s a family, solo traveler, or active group, our platform helps guests of all ages and fitness levels uncover unique, off-the-beaten-path experiences that make their stay unforgettable.

Let’s turn every trip into a story worth sharing.

Meet the Team

KAREN PISCITELLI

Founder/CEO

Founder of Vacay Services Inc. dba Explorabout

Marketing Manager at private club in Greenwich, CT

Former agency owner for affluent lifestyle brands & consumer products

HAIYAN CHEN

CTO

Led R&D at Teradata, delivering eight database patents

Founding Engineer of AWS QuickSight Analytics Engine

Transformed OfferUp tech stack for agility and revenue

ROBIN HARNISH

Head of Product

Scaled Viator/Tripadvisor Experiences as part of the executive team, driving substantial growth.

Co-founded startup for Experiences Operators to a successful exit.

Recognized leader and speaker in the Experiences sector, with 20+ years of travel industry expertise.

MARIA ARONE

Chief of Staff

HR leader with 20+ years driving strategy, org development, and growth across industries

Certified Executive Coach focused on unlocking professional potential through tailored coaching

Columbia dual Master’s grad blending academic depth with real-world business impact

Allie Temple

Partner Success Lead

10+ years in hospitality and short-term rental operations, leading teams and driving compliance across multiple markets

Implemented property tech solutions to improve efficiency and guest experiences

Skilled in building and retaining strong partnerships with property managers, homeowners, and vendors

NATASHA OSBORN

Distribution Strategist

20+ years in distribution, marketing & revenue management strategies for inti. hospitality companies

Led startups in adventure tourism, directing complex major events

Managing Vacation Rentals & Short Term Rentals since 2012

DEBI STEIGERWALD

Revenue Ops Advisor

15+ years leading marketing, sales, & business strategy in tech startups

Led large-scale marketing & sales initiatives that improved customer experience and ROI

Built & scaled teams that transformed operations and increased revenue

Kaylee Shinaver

Solutions Director

2023 International Studies & Entrepreneurship BGSU Graduate

2024 Venture for America Fellow

Passion for growth & business development

Rick Kral

Board Member

President, Greenwich Water Club

President, Beacon Point Marine