(33 Reviews)
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JoAnn Beuch

Jordan, MN
Exploring Europe

There are innumerable reasons why people want to visit Europe.  Some people want to visit the country where their relatives originated – maybe even reconnect with family still living there.  Others are interested in history, and all European count...
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Exploring Europe

Tower Bridge, London, United Kingdom
Tower Bridge, London, United Kingdom

There are innumerable reasons why people want to visit Europe.  Some people want to visit the country where their relatives originated – maybe even reconnect with family still living there.  Others are interested in history, and all European countries have plenty of fascinating history to share.  Some visitors are there to enjoy the magnificent artwork and architecture that can be found around every corner.  Almost everyone wants to experience different cultures, meeting local people, sharing in local traditions and festivals, and best of all sampling ethnic food and wine. 


The European countries that attract most tourists are France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Switzerland, Germany, Ireland, Scotland and the United Kingdom.  Others are gaining in popularity, and Sweden, Belgium, Portugal, Turkey and Croatia are all worthy of a visit because of their historical significance and the richness of their art and culture. 


The beauty of European travel is that it’s so easy!  These countries are very small compared with the vastness of the US.  Eurail connects most countries, and you can travel from one country to the next in a matter of hours, not days.  Imagine lounging on the beach in Nice one morning, and relaxing in a gondola in Venice the same evening – croissants for breakfast and fettuccine bolognese for dinner.  Traveling from one country to another you’re struck with the difference in culture, language, cuisine, and traditions that make each country unique.  All of these countries have histories that are many centuries old, and their citizens take pride in keeping this rich history alive through restorations and conservation efforts. 


There are so many iconic locations in Europe – the Tower of London, the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame, Florence’s statue of David, the Roman Colosseum, the Greek Acropolis, the Black Forest of Germany – an attraction for every visitor.  But besides these tourist “must sees” is also the beauty of the European countryside, rivers and lakes, mountains and valleys, charming small towns and fishing villages that will make an even greater impression on visitors.  You will meet local people who are anxious to welcome you and introduce you to their cuisine and traditions. You will discover the real Europe in their company. 

Guided Tours

There are many advantages to taking a guided tour:

  • Expertise: You are led by an expert and in many cases a local expert that will guide you through your itinerary.
  • Customization: Where do you want to go? What do you want to do? Your itinerary can be completely customized if you wish.
  • Cultural Immersion: You are given opportunities that would not be available if self guided.

This are just a few of the MANY reasons I would suggest a guided tour. Let's start planning yours.

My Travel Stories

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My Reviews

72 of 122 people found this review helpful
Punta Cana
We have used JoAnn for all of our Girls trips the past years. She has made it super easy to find locations to stay and simplify our research. I will always recommend her to others looking to book vacations.
By  Cas  from  Maplewood MN
Traveled to  Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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37 of 55 people found this review helpful
It was an experience in KeyWest.
Very prompt with her responses and was always willing to look for deals on places we requested.
By  Laura Rynda  from  New Prague, MN
Traveled to  Key West ~ Florida ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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46 of 76 people found this review helpful
Best family trip with children and grandchildren.
JoAnn provides quick turnaround on all of our requests, large or small. Phone calls are returned promptly with all the information requested. We have recommended her without hesitation to family and friends for 30+ years
By  Dave  from  Champlin, MN
Traveled to  Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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60 of 104 people found this review helpful
Dream Vacation
JoAnn is the ultimate professional. She made the planning of our trip so easy and was very knowledgeable of the various aspects.
By  Matt  from  Carrollton, KY
Traveled to  Hawaii Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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59 of 102 people found this review helpful
Great cruise--thanks in part to JoAnn.
Choosing our cruise to Alaska was somewhat intimidating. Several cruise lines do this tour with nearly identical itineraries. Every cruise line's website makes theirs sound wonderful. And we had three couples involved in the decision making process. So how does one sort it all out?

JoAnn met with the six of us, gave us her verbal impressions of the different cruise lines, and provided an excellent written summary based on criteria that were high on our list: age/size of ship, pricing for different types of cabins, etc. We met with her in her office, at which time she had all cruise lines' info up on her computer. This enabled her to answer our questions on the spot, which was extremely helpful.

JoAnn's resourcefulness helped us come to an informed decision and book our cruise before we left her office.
By  Gerry & Joyce  from  Wayzata, MN
Traveled to  Alaska ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Destination Expert:

  • Europe
  • Italy
  • England
  • Danube
  • Germany

Travel Specialist:

  • European Culture
  • Escorted Tours
  • Luxury
  • River Cruises
  • Family Vacations

Top Travel Partners:

  • Globus
  • Delta Vacations
  • Viking
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Insight Vacations

Certifications/Awards:

  • Princess Cruise Commodore
  • Viking Cruise Specialist
  • Disney Detination Specialist
  • Hurtigruten Certified Agent
  • Special Needs Group SNG

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