Just finalized my Honolulu trip with Kathy Kerns.... She is such a warm and friendly person…read more She is extremely professional and is a wonderful communicator. So grateful I found her! I'll be using her for now on...Next trip to Washington D.C. to do the tourist thing there!

Odd. Kathy returned my call. I needed help with four sets of travel plans. She gave me helpful…read moreinformation about 1, made plane reservation about another one. Gave information about a third - but never followed up and neglected to return my call. Kathy seemed knowledgeable and adept with the on-line tools.

Can't say enough positive about Eric. He planned our trip to Juneau Alaska from a car pickup at…read morethe house, to airline reservations. excursions, and pickup from the airport in Sacramento right down to the smallest detail. we went whale watching, zip lining, dog sledding, float rafting to the Mendenhall glacier, rode the tram up Mt Robert's.......a truly fabulous & memorable trip without a hitch. Thank you Eric. I Highly recommend Sapphire Journeys to anyone in the market for a travel agent.

Mark did an incredible job working with us to understand what we are looking for given our budget…read more He went above and beyond to make sure he met every need for both of us, and was even willing to walk away from the business when I found a different deal that might've made more sense. He took care of all booking, negotiating, etc, and even checked in during the trip that it met expectations. 10/10 working with Sapphire and Mark to book your ideal travel.

After being a customer of Sonoma Travel for over 20 years for our big trips, my wife and I will no…read morelonger be using their services. This last time was to plan our bucket-list trip to Fiji - 7 nights, split between 2 resorts We were working with the owner. The core issue is that she has continued to refuse to explain a significant price hike on the last itinerary she sent us. Basically priced 6 nights at 1 family resort as costing more than 7 nights split between 2 high end adults only resorts. We did NOT book our trip with Sonoma Travel, and do not plan to use her company again.

Let me say.... The worst services ever. Not surprised to see three 1 star ratings. Debbie was in…read morecharge of our Hawaiian vacation. We booked about one year in advance because there was 12 of us - and we finally got a confirmation email about a month before we left. One of the names was a family member that wasn't even traveling with us. Actually it was my sisters first name with my last name. That person doesn't even exists. So a last minute change cost more and screwed up all the flight seating. She booked the 2 year old in an exit row, and when we told her that we don't think a 2 year old can be in an exit row she said "it's not a big deal" well- when we got to the airport we had to change all of the seats around last minute because - as we said - a 2 year old can't sit in an exit row. We asked her to book us a luau, and when she hadn't yet booked it a month before we were leaving... We decided to book it ourselves. When telling her that we booked it, she said "oh good, I haven't done that yet" So we booked our luau, we changed our names on the flight, we changed all of the family members seats on the flight... What did Debbie do again?

I was assisted by Vivian and Karen. They were both awesome and very help full. Great personal…read moreattention. Chris Clifton

I just called to find out about booking flights and some travel connections for a cruise we are…read moretaking over the summer. When I said we had already booked the cruise and pretty much told me she wasn't interested in my business. That she gets commission from the cruise company, so she would charge me $100 per ticket to book flights for us, so since we are 11 people, that would be $2200 in fees to her! No thanks..

We had the pleasure to work with Irene for our 2nd international travel needs, this time to…read moreThailand. Thailand has been on our "bucket list" and being invited to a Thai wedding provided the incentive to make Thailand our next international destination. From the moment we contacted Irene, we knew were would be in good hands (was there any doubt?)! After providing responses to Irene's questionnaire regarding our interests and desires about Thailand (along with several emails, text messages, and phone conversations), she provided an excellent itinerary that included flights, private tours, private drivers to and from airports, superb accommodations, and expert guides. During our 5 nights in Bangkok, Irene curated a centrally located hotel in Bangkok, an informal food tour in Chinatown, and an exceptionally knowledgeable local guide to introduce us to the some of the most historically important temples in Bangkok and Ayutthaya. During our first 4 nights in Chiang Mai, Irene curated a modern-styled hotel minutes away from the legendary Night Market (a must experience). We had the pleasure of touring Chiang Mai and the hills of Doi Inthanon National Park with an experienced and friendly local guide. There is no substitute to having a local guide to provide insights and knowledge about Thai culture, food, and history. Additionally, Irene had arranged a private cooking class where we prepared 7 Northern Thailand dishes, all delicious!! Our last 3 nights were spent at the Onsen at Moncham, a Japanese-themed retreat in the mountains before returning home. Although Irene provided many options for our destinations/events and hotels, our itinerary was completely customizable and ultimately, our choice. Whether you want to experience Thailand on the beaten or unbeaten path, but with comfort, reliability, and service, let Irene at Travel Darlings handle your needs!

Just returned from another extraordinary trip masterfully curated by Irene at Travel Darlings, this…read moretime to the Spanish and French Basque region and Barcelona. Working with an agenda combining golf, architectural touring, fine dining, the arts, and the beachfront, each stop allowing time for shopping and people-watching. Guides with locally based expertise tailored each expedition according to our interests and moods, from a unique vista overlooking San Sebastian to a just-off-the-boat lunch of turbot and sashimi-grade tuna. Our guide for Biarritz presented us with 120 photos highlighting our day of exploration. At the Dali Museum in Figueres, where the artwork is presented with little explanation, our guide provided deep background context, significantly elevating my appreciation of the artist. Irene secured prime time reservations at 3 Michelin starred restaurants including Besta in Barcelona which was the favorite among our group of 4. For lighter specialty fare, we enjoyed pintxos and vermouth in outdoor cafes in Bilbao and San Sebastian, and tapas in Barcelona and Girona. Our stay at The Artist Hotel in Bilbao overlooked the Guggenheim Museum and the river, where a lavish breakfast was served in an open-air setting on the top floor. The hotel featured artistic appointments echoing the style of Gehry and other mid-century masters. Each of the five golf courses combined challenging layouts with views of the surrounding hills and neighboring cities. Highlights included Real Sociedad de Golf de Neguri, aptly called "The Torrey Pines of Bilbao" and Real Club de Golf El Prat in Barcelona, where the huge, sculpted greens provided welcome relief from a profusion of sand traps. The highlight of the trip for me was a Flamenco performance by well-known stars of the craft (and an exceptionally gifted guitar player) at Casa Sors, with a cozy night-club setting inside a guitar museum. Irene provided us with a detailed (and colorful) itinerary, creative suggestions, expert planning, and direct communication throughout the trip which once again added to our confidence at just the right moments!

Ellen/Boutique travel is fantastic. She helped us book our Honeymoon to Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora…read moreBora. She is a pleasure to work with, listens to our wants and needs, and gives you her honest opinion on what is/isnt worth it on the trip. He advice/expertise is unmatched.

I've been using Boutique Travel for over 10 years, and I can't imagine planning a trip without…read morethem. What keeps me coming back is their ability to create truly bespoke experiences. Ellen has an incredible ability to tailor experiences, which makes each trip feel uniquely mine. She always finds the perfect balance by incorporating culinary, cultural, and art experiences that I love, along with athletic and outdoor activities that keep things active and engaging. It never feels one dimensional. I've used BT's services to book trips to Africa numerous times. Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Uganda are just a few examples.. Each destination has offered something completely unique, and Ellen has hit the itineraries right out of the park. Gorilla trekking in Uganda was a once in a lifetime experience, and visiting the Skeleton Coast in Namibia felt like stepping into another world. In Botswana, I was lucky enough to see leopards up close, which is so rare and exciting! I have also vacationed in Tahiti three times, and each time has been magical and different! Most recently, my husband and I just got back from an incredible trip to Rangiroa, and we are already talking about exploring more islands on our next visit. Looking ahead, I am starting to plan a trip to Japan, and I will definitely be working with Boutique Travel again to put together the itinerary. Their attention to detail, creativity, and ability to truly understand what we are looking for makes every trip seamless and unforgettable. Highly recommend!

I cannot say enough good things about David Petlin and the team at Flair Travel. Our recent trip…read moreto Portugal was wonderful, and much of that was thanks to the exceptional planning, attention to detail, and care that went into every aspect of our itinerary. Our group included our family of 10: my husband and me, our 40-something daughters and their husbands, and four grandkids, ranging in age from 9-15. As you can imagine, planning for and traveling with a multi-generational group can be complicated, but everything came together beautifully. From helping us find flights, to booking fabulous accommodations, to helping us make the most of our time in Portugal, David was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and patient throughout the entire process. His suggestions were always spot on, and he didn't hesitate to tell us if something we proposed wouldn't work well. What really stood out was the personal attention. We never felt like just another booking--David truly understood oir preferences and needs, and his recommendations helped make the trip both seamless and memorable. Portugal was absolutely beautiful, and we were able to relax and enjoy it knowing that the details had been so thoughtfully handled. And when we encountered a few glitches - none of which were of David's making - he was incredibly responsive in helping us get them sorted out. If you are looking for someone who is organized, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in making your trip special, I cannot recommend David/Flair Travel highly enough. We are already looking forward to planning our next adventure with him!

First class vacation from start to finish. David Petlin arranged our 4 star hotels at the…read morebeginning and at the end of our Avalon Waterways Rhine River cruise. The transfers we had waiting for us at the airports and train station made the usual confusion of travel to other countries disappear. I felt very pampered. The extra train tickets, the air ticketing,,, all was arranged and perfect. Many thanks.

Craig's been "by my side" for biz & personal travel needs almost 20 years. Provides options that…read moreconsider cost & convenience. Friendly service oriented approach continues to amaze as never have I felt taken for granted as client...but now pleased to call Craig a friend

Craig at Cloverdale travel is very helpful and has booked several vacation trips for me. All the…read morevacations were fabulous and had no issues.

Best travel agency. Catherine has helped me for years to get the best…read more flights to Munich.

Highly recommend Quinn Travel. We just returned from a beautiful trip to Ireland and the UK…read more Catherine assisted us with our small group tour and air travel arrangements. The trip was wonderfully relaxing and stress free.

Pam is incredible! Fast, thorough, goes through everything with you and answers all questions you…read morecould possibly have. She is so thoughtful and detailed and helps clear up any confusion that comes with traveling!

Pam planned the most amazing trip to London and Paris in August 2024…read more She does everything so perfect. She is planning my trip in November 2024 to Europe, again. I don't know what I would do without her, SHE IS THE VERY BEST, Maureen R. Agius