(167 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Missy Skoog

Maple Grove, MN
The Best of the World in Luxury!

I am a certified Luxury Specialist Travel by Travel leaders!  Being a travel adviser for over 30 years has many years of traveling myself to experience and enjoy the world firsthand so I can help guide you in the perfect vacation! 

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River Cruising Revelation

Cruising the Danube!
Cruising the Danube!

If you have not yet been on a River Cruise it’s a must. Once you start you can’t stop. I have personally been on four river cruises now and I hope to continue to add to that. I cruised both the Danube & Seine Rivers with Avalon Waterways, the Rhine with AMA Waterways and the Rhone with Uniworld. Each river cruise line provides their own unique experience … why not try them all to see what best suits YOU! 


There are plenty of reasons I enjoy river cruising, but here some on the top of my list:



  • Unpack Once – You board the ship unpack in your cabin and experience multiple destinations on your journey

  • Small Quaint Villages – The stops you make aren’t necessarily top tourist destinations and they provide a unique view of the destination

  • Food and Wine – Need I say more. There is plenty of it and it’s exquisite. They offer menu selections from the destinations you are visiting.

  • Intimate Atmosphere – The ships are much smaller than an ocean cruise ship so they are much easier to navigate.

  • Blended Experience – These ships provide luxury accommodations and comfort, along with great indoor and outdoor space to lounge.

  • Locally Guided Tours – At each port there are locally guided excursions that you can partake in. My personal favorite was seeing the water lilies in France. 


If you are interested in experience multiple destinations aboard a luxury ship it’s time to give me a call. 

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Why AmaWaterways River Cruising

When it comes to luxury river cruising, AmaWaterways has always been a standout choice for me. They offer an unparalleled experience that combines comfort, adventure, and culinary delights. From the moment you step aboard, you'll find yourself immersed in a world of all-inclusive excellence. Every...Read more.

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My Reviews

128 of 220 people found this review helpful
Missy is a joy to work with
Missy is one of the most passionate agents I know. She really truly cares
about her clients. I know this because I am one of her Whole Sale Business Development Managers. I have worked with Missy for many years. She puts her heart and soul into every booking to make sure she is giving the best advise for the best price to each and every client. When things go right she is so excited about the trips she has planned and takes delight in hearing her clients stories. The very few times things go wrong she is right there trying to get things fixed to the satisfaction of her clients. If my family or friends were looking for an agent Missy would be one that I would recommend. She is knowledgeable, she listens to what your needs and wants are, she makes suggestions based on her experiences and she does this all with a smile.
By  Cindy  from  Minnetonka MN
Traveled to  Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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89 of 150 people found this review helpful
Wonderful trip
Missy took time to make sure we had everything we needed while planning our trip to Scotland, GB. Everything went well and her guidance and advice were helpful. She's an experienced traveler and knows her business well.
By  Chris and Lina  from  Blaine, MN
Traveled to  Scotland ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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113 of 201 people found this review helpful
Making dreams come true
We have been working with and planning trips with Missy for many years. We have traveled around the world and she has been a big part of our experiences. She is thorough and punctual in the preparation and planning of our vacations. Missy is very professional and always has our best interest in mind when making decisions concerning us. .
By  Joe  from  Andover,Mn
Traveled to  Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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88 of 152 people found this review helpful
Yosemite
Always surpasses our expectations - keeps our desires, budget, and always comes through with great places to visit
By  Ted  from  Andover, mn
Traveled to  California ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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64 of 106 people found this review helpful
Magical Experience
Missy provided outstanding service in assisting us with our vacation planning. She was methodical and patient, working on general ideas first, then focusing on hotels, travel modes (trains, flights, etc.), and finally, specific activities which required advance reservations. She was able to offer alternative ideas through her vast experience of travel that were amazing additions to our trip. And by the time our planning was complete, she packaged everything in a neat, concise travel packet with everything documented in a day by day itinerary. And although we never needed to use them, we were given emergency contacts and numbers in the event of problems on our trip. Thank you Missy!!!
By  Happy Campers  from  St. Paul, MN
Traveled to  Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Missy Skoog responded:
I am so glad everything went well. England, France, Austria and Switzerland made for such a incredible first time trip to Europe. I am so glad you were able to spend quality time together as a family and enjoy the sites, sounds and smells of Europe! I look forward to helping with the next adventure.

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Destination Expert:

  • Rhine River
  • Danube
  • Seine River
  • Europe
  • Germany

Travel Specialist:

  • River Cruises
  • European Culture
  • Luxury
  • Honeymoons
  • Coach Tours

Top Travel Partners:

  • AmaWaterways
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Viking
  • Kensington Tours
  • Delta Vacations

Certifications/Awards:

  • Aussie Travel Specialist
  • See Italy Ambassador Oro
  • Globus Family of Brands Specialist
  • Viking River Cruise Specialist
  • Switzerland Specialist

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