Travel Experience
First-hand knowledge from extensive travels (including destinations in Africa, Alaska, Asia, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Hawaii and the South Pacific) help me in assisting my clients plan their travel. I have sailed on many types of ships: from large traditional cruise ships to small exploration ships; a clipper ship, a yacht and an all-suite luxury ship. I have enjoyed riverboat cruising – both in the United States and Europe. I help my clients find the right ship and destination for their special trip!
Travel Designations
- Certified Travel Counselor (CTC) – designation from The Travel Institute
- Hawaii Destination Expert
- South Pacific Destination Specialist
- Cruise Specialist
- Adventure Travel Consultant (ATC)
Adventure Travel Consultant
I completed a two-year course including seminars and training with top outfitters in the adventure field. I experienced heli-snow shoeing and river rafting in Canada, hot air ballooning in the Australian Outback, horseback riding in Iceland, elephant riding in India, explored Costa Rica’s tropical rain forest, saw the Big Five on an Africa safari and snorkeled Australia’s Barrier Reef!
Group Travel
I have strong group experience – developing and managing educational and special interest programs for universities, cultural institutions, church groups, family groups and a radio station (WBZ of Boston, MA.) I have, working with alumni, church, special interest and family groups. Developed and escorted travel groups including trips for WBZ Radio and my own Women Only Groups. Do you have a group, call for special rates!
Cruises, Tours and Vacations
As part of Tzell New England, a division of Travel Leaders Group with more then $20 billion in sales, and Signature Travel Network I’m able to offer my clients special savings, exclusive benefits and privileges with many hotels, cruise lines and tour operators.
Speaking Engagements
Guest speaker on several Boston radio shows and clubs, associations, including The Pacific Asia Travel Association’s National Meeting, Boston University, ICTA Educational Forum and Emmanuel College.
Boards
I have served on the Board of several business and travel organizations, including as President on New England Pacific Association and Marlborough BNI.