(410 Reviews)
99% Recommended

Pam MacIntyre

Maple Grove, MN

Luxury Advisor Transforming Dreams into Reality

Years ago, when asked about my interests, my answer was clear: history, culture, and the beauty of the world. This passion led me to become a travel adviser, and for over 26 years, I have dedicated myself to helping others experience their travel dreams. I genuinely love what I do for so many reasons! The trips I design often become some of the most joyful experiences my clients share with their loved ones. I take pride in creating memorable vacation experiences and feel truly honored to be a part of families’, couples’, and groups’ most precious moments. Whether your travels take you to dip your toes in sugary white sands while gazing at aqua blue waters, climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, explore the Great Barrier Reef, hike the Highlands of Scotland, embark on a safari game drive in Eastern or Southern Africa, sip fresh wine in Tuscany, or enjoy the intimacy of river cruising, I’m here to help you get there!

My Travel Specialties

River Cruise Specialist

River cruising has quickly become a popular way to experience Europe, and as you might expect, we had to try it for ourselves. One of the most common questions I get asked is: What do you do on a river cruise? River cruising is a completely different experience from ocean cruising. The ships are much...
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Cologne, Germany

Africa Safari Specialist for Eastern & Southern

My dream of experiencing Africa's wildlife in their natural habitat finally came true with my visit to Kenya and Tanzania! Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania's Serengeti National Park are indeed iconic destinations teeming with incredible biodiversity. In Kenya,...
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Zebras in The Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Scotland & Ireland Specialist

 

I’m often asked, “Which would you choose—Scotland or Ireland?” My answer is always the same: Why choose? While both countries share some similarities, they each have unique qualities that make them worthy of a spot on your travel list.

On our personal travels, we opted...
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Saltee Islands - County Wexford, Ireland

Caribbean & Mexico Specialist

Ah, Mexico and the Caribbean—two of my absolute favorites! So much so, I often travel there multiple times a year myself. There’s nothing quite like the experience of an amazing all-inclusive resort. I’ll never forget my boyfriend’s first stay at one, when he said, “This is the first time I’ve...
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Caribbean Vibes!

Australia & New Zealand Specialist

New Zealand

In all my years as a Travel Professional, I’ve asked countless people, “What’s on your must-see list?” And without fail, New Zealand is always at the top! Honestly, who wouldn’t want to experience this majestic part of the world?

I was fortunate enough to...
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Sydney Harbour

Tahiti & Paul Gauguin Cruise Specialist

The French Polynesia—often considered a "must-see" destination for so many—is nothing short of magical. I’m fortunate to have visited these stunning islands twice, first in 2007 and again in February 2020 aboard the luxurious Paul Gauguin Ship.

During my travels, I’ve had the pleasure of exploring...
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Huahine, Tahiti - French Polynesia

Hawaii Destination Specialist

Hawaii is a top destination for good reason—its allure is undeniable. With year-round perfect weather, rich cultural traditions, stunning geological wonders, and renowned hospitality, a Hawaiian escape offers the ideal blend of authenticity and intimacy.

Whether you're looking to relax or seek...
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Maui Beach - Maui, Hawaii

Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist

With 26 years of experience as a Travel Advisor, many of which have been dedicated to specializing in Romance Travel, I can honestly say it’s my true passion! Whether you’re planning a Destination Wedding or a Honeymoon, these are once-in-a-lifetime vacations that we can fully personalize together....
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Destination Weddings

The Unspoiled Beauty in Costa Rica & Belize

The unspoiled beauty of Costa Rica and Belize is something you truly have to see to believe! Having traveled to many tropical paradises, there’s something genuinely calming and refreshing about these destinations that make them among my favorites.

Let’s start with Belize—an incredibly underrated...
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Costa Rica - Keel-billed Toucan

Taiwan Specialist

If you’ve ever dreamed of experiencing Asia, Taiwan is the perfect place to begin your journey. It offers an exceptional blend of rich cultural heritage and a westernized lifestyle, making it an ideal destination for travelers seeking both adventure and comfort. I was fortunate enough to explore several...
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Shifen Waterfalls - Taiwan

My Travel Albums

Tanzania - The Serengeti Safari Accommodations
Serengeti Acacia Bliss - Breakfast Safari Style!
Kenya - Maasai Mara Reserve Safari Accommodations
Sarova Mara Game Camp - Masai Mara Game Reserve
The Fives Oceanfront
This VIEW! Such a relaxing spot outside Al Mare
Africa Safari - Client Photos
Photo Credit to Client during Africa Safari's
Sailing the Danube Dreams with Avalon Waterways
Galapagos and Amazon Jungle - A Dream Come True!
Seals in the Galapagos Islands
Sailing the Rhine on AmaKristina
Rüdesheim, Germany
Tahiti Wonders
Tahiti through the eyes of TW Photography @teivaw
De'arra and Ken Travel the World!
Finland - Follow them on Instagram @dk4ltravels
Take Me To Taiwan
Path beyond the Eight Arch Bridge-Sanxiantai-Cheng
Natural Beauty in New Zealand
The Magic of Mazatlán
El Cid El Moro Beach Resort
Irish Adventures
Client Destination Wedding Photos
Sarah & Jake K. - Majestic Colonial - January 2017

My Travel Stories

Staying Healthy While Traveling

Many of us have our own tips, tricks & rituals before & during travel.  

Here are a few of my personal recommendations: 

Sleep: 

This area I'm STILL working on getting better on. With 20 years of extensive traveling, and I'm an absolutely...Read more.

Customer Testimonials

Best trip of our lives!

I found Pam online and called her in which we spoke for roughly 45minutes. Pam was super transparent about how her business model works and answered any up front questions I had. Fast forward to booking our trip through her- we couldn't have asked for a better service. She was very friendly and professional. We were going on our Honeymoon and Pam went above and beyond to make sure our trip was special and we were taken care of. This is 100% a real review and I would recommend to her to anybody. Give her a call and see for yourself!
Hayden G. Atlanta, GA

Our Perfect African Safari Anniversary Celebration

Our Safari was absolutely phenomenal! We were able to see ‘The Big 5’ up close and personal without difficulty. We were privileged and lucky to watch the Wildebeest cross the Mara River and in to the waiting crocodiles. Our guides pointed out many not so obvious things like flowers, birds, and reptiles just to mention a few. The accommodations were very neatly clean with all the amenities you'd not even think of. The food was delicious and plentiful. A&K was always there to greet us making transitions to our locations seamless. They were, without exception, so friendly, courteous, knowledgeable & kind. The guides were amazing to say the least. They were always very professional, accommodating and went above & beyond to make sure our experiences were memorable ones. As well, staff at all the camps were exceptional. I have never been treated so well by anyone at any other destination. Best dime I ever spent. Thank you so much for your patience, efforts and attention to detail.
Floyd & Crystal N. Fargo, ND

Galapagos and Amazon Jungle - A Dream Come True!

My husband and I worked with Pam to plan a trip of a lifetime - visiting the Galápagos Islands for 7 nights by boat and then journeying to an Ecuadorian eco-lodge in the Amazon Jungle. Plus - we spent time exploring Quito - a dream come true! We snorkeled, hiked, sea kayaked, canoed, and explored with experienced guides. Words cannot due justice to the amazing things we saw, the diverse species we encountered, and the overall experience. Pam and her team patiently and graciously worked with us to ensure our trip was flawless and exceeded our expectations.
Ginny V & Jon L. - Cincinnati, OH

Perfect Honeymoon in Punta Cana

We recently got back from our honeymoon at Secrets Cap Cana in DR. Our trip was phenomenal & we couldn't have ended up at a better place! We had never stayed at a resort before & needed guidance; Pam was helpful from the get-go. She took the time to get to know us, our ideas, & gave us a good (but manageable) amount of options to help us get a better vision. She made suggestions based on what she thought fit best, but also considered our opinions. Pam took care of booking the resort, flights, & add-on packages for the resort. I'm very Type A, so not doing all the nitty-gritty myself is foreign to me, but Pam made this stress-free & everything went smoothly. It was great to not have to worry about planning a trip while planning a wedding. Pam was friendly, very responsive, & helpful the whole time. I can't say enough about how easy she made this & we will certainly use her in the future. So grateful for Pam, Highly recommend her if you want to have a wonderful trip with low stress!
Daniel D. & Ashley F. - Clifton Park, NY

Great service in good and bad times

We've felt taken great care of from the moment we reached out to Pam for help with choosing between different kinds of resort accommodations , to booking best flights for us, answering all our questions, following up on tours options through the time of great stress and confusion during trip cancellation process due to Corona Virus pandemic. Pam was always very personable, responsible, easily reachable, very professional, trustworthy and knowledgeable. She replied to all our inquiries promptly, gave us updates on every step of the process and made us feel comfortable and confident that everything will be taken care of. She works very hard and gets out of her way to reassure her clients personally and to provide best possible assistance in a timely manner. We are very pleased to recommend Pam to any traveler, who values their time and peace of mind while booking a quality vacation time for themselves.
Vicky F. Syosset, NY

Unable to Travel

I cannot say enough positives things about our experience with Pam. First off she is working with a bride , a destination wedding , all our guests and the resort. I could never have done even a small portion of the work she did for us all. Pam took each of our reservations and request and worked magic for us all and at the same time keeping my daughter ( the bride) calm. We could never have done it without her. Then came this Coronavirus and I thank God for Pam every day for all the work , and keeping people calm etc. she did. Not only did she handle every guests reservations she did all this and at the same time was trying to do everything possible to help my daughter stay calm knowing how upset she was. Pam seemed to take a personal interest in how my daughter was doing and me and our guests. We would never have had that without her! We are SO THANKFUL to have Pam at this time. I will book all my travels in future with Pam. One guest had a 42 hr. wait with Travelocity not us!
Rita B. Brooklyn Park, MN

Delayed Bride....of Covid-19

I travel for a living, on planes and in hotels several times each month. So when it came time to book my honeymoon, I initially had no intention of using a travel agent. THANK GOODNESS, I changed my mind when I looked at my hectic work schedule on top of all the wedding planning. Pam made the whole process so incredibly easy that I felt like a fool for ever trying to book a trip on my own. I thought I couldn't be more happy with my decision to use Pam. That is until coronavirus hit. Borders closing. Social distancing. And I was 2 weeks away from a wedding and honeymoon of my dreams. While others were posting on social media that they couldn't even reach customer service agents to try and reschedule their trips, Pam was in constant contact with me. All of the funds are being held and just waiting for all of this to pass and we will reschedule both our wedding and our honeymoon. I'm so thankful that I found Pam and used a travel agent. I'd hate to be dealing with this all on my own!!
Angel R. Overland Park, KS

Wedding without a Hitch!

I loove Pam! I can't say enough about her! Thanks to her, our wedding in Punta Cana went perfectly! I was so overwhelmed with options, I'm so glad we had Pam to help narrow things down. With all the resorts out there we didn't know what to choose. With Pam's experience and knowledge of many resorts, she was able to help us pick the perfect resort with a well oiled wedding machine and great vacation fun. She answered questions we didn't even know we had and gave us a wealth of info we didn't even think to need! With Pam, our communication with the resort was seamless. Pam was also very prompt in returning calls and emails. Our guests were all very pleased with the help Pam provided to them. Pam covered everything so well, there were no surprises when it came to travel and the resort.
Sarah H. Somerset, WI

Tahiti Client Testimonial

If you've dreamed of traveling to the French Polynesian Islands, we highly suggest following through with your dream and go. You will not be disappointed. The pictures are gorgeous to look at, but seeing the islands first hand is truly breathtaking and indescribable. The French Polynesian Islands are unlike anything we've ever seen. The views are stunning, the people are warm, and the water is peaceful. We were fortunate to spend 10 nights between Moorea and Bora Bora. The overwater bungalows are worth the money and give you an experience like no other vacation. They are intimate and romantic. Traveling to the French Polynesian Islands is not just a vacation, but a destination. We were fortunate to find Pam, whom has been there herself and was able to set up the perfect, smooth vacation. We recommend booking with an agent whose been there, as it's such a unique destination. We thought our trip to Tahiti was a once in a lifetime vacation, but now that we've been we must see it again!
Stan & Heather D. Brooklyn Park, MN

Destination Wedding Guest here!

Pam, Our trip to Jade Now in Cancun was AWESOME!! Thank you soooo much for setting it all up for us. If you don't mind, we would like to continue to use you for our vacation plans in the future even tho we live here in FL. Thanks again for a fabulous trip. This is the first real vacation we've had in many years, and we need to do more of them.......Thank you again SOOOOO much for the wonderful trip to Cancun. You rock!!!
Sandra F. Tamarac, FL

Friends Birthday in Mexico

We got invited to go on an All Inclusive trip to Live Aqua, Mexico for a friends birthday. All we had to do was call Pam to set everything up (only half of our expenses were due at that time). She was very friendly and knowledgable about the area and had traveled to this resort specifically. It was the easiest process we have ever experienced for any vacation and we saved a lot of money. We will be definitely using her again. - Thanks again Pam! We had a BLAST!
Amanda R. Woodbury, MN

The honeymoon was exactly what we wanted!

I had never worked with a travel agent before and wasn’t sure what to expect. The experience (and honeymoon) was great! We started by telling Pam the type of vacation we were looking for and our budget. She discussed several different locations with us, and we decided Riviera Maya in Mexico would be an affordable, yet luxurious option for our honeymoon. After settling on the location, Pam helped me narrow down resorts by going through their atmosphere, distance from the actual town, spas, restaurants, etc. She had actually been to several of the resorts and had great info. The actual vacation was, of course, amazing. The honeymoon was exactly what we wanted and the resort was even more beautiful in person than the pictures could capture. I definitely felt that having Pam’s travel knowledge and experience ensured we were booking a wonderful vacation. As I said, I will definitely be working with Pam for future vacations and truly feel having a travel agent’s expertise is well worth it.
Ashlee A. Saint Paul, MN

My Reviews

138 of 223 people found this review helpful
Had an Amazing Time
Pam was great to work with and she made it super simple to book our honeymoon through her. We mentioned to her a couple of the resorts that we had in mind and she knew about every one of them and was able to answer any questions that we had about the resorts. We were very happy with Pam's service and we would definitely use her again int the future and recommend her to others.
By  Our Honeymoon  from  Minneapolis, MN
Traveled to  Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Pam MacIntyre responded:
Happy to hear your honeymoon was memorable! Thank you again for your business, and I look forward to hearing from you in the future!

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103 of 163 people found this review helpful
Second Honeymoon
Pam was very friendly and gave us advise based on personal experience. She listened to what kind of experience we were looking for and suggested the perfect place. She called before we left to make sure we didn't have any other questions and give us a couple more pointers before we took off!
By  S&R  from  Mankato, MN
Traveled to  Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Pam MacIntyre responded:
It's always very gratifying to know that you helped someone find the perfect place, for this once in a lifetime experience! I hope to work with you on future travels!

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86 of 136 people found this review helpful
Bora Bora
We did not feel detailed help was given. Thank goodness I know my way a bit around travel or we would have been completely bewildered
By  Kim & Ryan’s wedding  from  Minnesota
Traveled to  Bora Bora ~ French Polynesia ~ South Pacific
I would not recommend this agent to my family and friends

Pam MacIntyre responded:
Very sorry you felt the information I provide in your personalized Travel Documents and my email with more than 20 pointers for travel in Bora Bora was not detailed. I wish you had reached out to me if you had specific questions not answered in the documentation I had provided. I know travel in French Polynesia is a new experience for most, so am always happy to share my personal experience to help everyone get the most of their travels to this exotic part of the world.

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75 of 117 people found this review helpful
Honeymoon
I have worked with Pam twice and both times had a great experience. I originally decided to try using a travel agent to book our honeymoon. I told Pam our budget and the type of vacation we were looking for. She gave us several location options and we decided on Riviera Maya. She then gave us several resorts to choose from. She was able to tell us the pros and cons of each resort - their proximity to town, pools, spas, etc - which was very helpful. We picked a resort and from there Pam took care of everything. Flights, transportation to and from airport, and the resort were all booked for us. Fast forward to our vacation and we had a fantastic time. The resort was exactly what we were looking for. I saved so much time not having to research locations, looked at dozens of resorts, and get everything booked. It was definitely worth it.
By  Ashlee  from  St. Paul
Traveled to  Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Pam MacIntyre responded:
Thank you for the kind words, it's great to feel so valued and I look forward to working with you on your vacation next year!

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94 of 156 people found this review helpful
A great destination!
Pam was very easy to work with, responsive and communicated well.
She made sure we were well informed about some the hidden issues that can happen when traveling out of the country.
By  DGR  from  Wayzata, MN
Traveled to  Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Pam MacIntyre responded:
I appreciate you taking the time in writing a review on my behalf and am glad that you had a great time in the Caribbean for the wedding! I do hope you'll keep me in mind for future travels.

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