Why Use An Experienced Travel Advisor?
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Pam MacIntyre
Maple Grove, MN
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 ...
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 visit both the North and South Islands, and what I love about New Zealand is that it offers the perfect blend of laid-back charm and action-packed adventure, all while being nothing short of epic.
The country is home to endless national parks, a rich Maori culture, and unforgettable experiences like sailing through the sounds while dolphins playfully follow your yacht. And let’s not forget the awe-inspiring moment of witnessing a sperm whale off the coast of Kaikoura—talk about jaw-dropping beauty!
Oh, and did I mention wine? If you’re a fan of great wine (and who isn’t?), New Zealand is a must-visit for its world-class Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and more. How do I know? Because I couldn’t resist visiting a winery or two during my travels!
Honestly, I could go on and on about the magic of New Zealand, but if you’re reading this, you already know you want to explore this incredible part of the world. Let’s work together to create your perfect New Zealand adventure!
Australia
Let me start by saying, I’ve wanted to visit Australia since I was a child. Why, you ask? Well, to pet a kangaroo, of course! And yes, I did! Not only did I pet a kangaroo, but I actually fed FOUR at the same time. Childhood dream come true, right? And I can’t wait to go back for round two.
While I was in Sydney, I had the chance to experience the spectacular Vivid Sydney Festival, celebrating its 10th year. It was honestly WOW! Never in my wildest dreams did I think Australia would be so perfect to visit during their winter season. But coming from Minnesota, their “winter” felt more like our fall—absolutely ideal! Seeing the Sydney Opera House light up during the festival was something I’ll never forget.
And then there’s the Blue Mountains region—so lovely to explore on foot. From there, we ventured to Hunter Valley (known to the locals as "The Hunter"), where wine flowed freely, and every glass was more delicious than the last.
Australia’s size is truly hard to grasp until you’ve experienced it firsthand. To put it in perspective: Sydney would be in Florida, Cairns (home of the Great Barrier Reef) would be in Maine, Uluru (Ayers Rock) would be in Kansas, Melbourne would be in New Orleans, and Perth would be in Los Angeles.
Whether you're dreaming of visiting the world’s largest Great Barrier Reef, immersing yourself in Aboriginal culture, swimming with whale sharks, or gazing upon the majestic Uluru, Australia has endless possibilities waiting for you.
Let’s make your dream trip to Australia a reality—one that you’ll remember for the rest of your life!
Why use a Travel Advisor?
Best Value:
While pricing is understandably important when planning a trip—a seasoned travel advisor such as myself will help you not only find the best pricing, but the best value all while planning the vacation of your dreams.
Personalized service:
When choosing to work with a travel professional you'll receive personal service & attention that you'll not find when booking with an online tour company, where you're unlikely to speak with the same person twice.
While our professional charges can vary depending on the intricacies of your trip, on average you'll pay $40/person.
Choices:
If you've never worked with a Travel Advisor the first question usually is … "I've never worked with a Travel Agent, what are the next steps?"
I'll start with asking you questions to help me better understand your wishes & wants in a vacation. Regardless if you know your destination or just know you envision a beautiful beach and clear-blue water. No matter where you are in the planning stages, together we can determine the right destination and resort for YOU. I will then offer you targeted choices to consider.
Convenient one-stop advocate:
I'll help you save not only your valuable time and money, but also handle every aspect of your vacation. Often times there is more to planning your trip than just airfare & accommodations. Together we'll customize to include optional car rental/hotel transfers, tours/spa, insurance, etc. Additionally in an effort to avoid unpleasant surprises, we'll discuss where applicable: bag fees, seating arrangements, resort fees, departure taxes, entry requirements, vaccine recommendations, etc.
Customer advocate:
While we work hard to ensure that your vacation runs smoothly, the unfortunate reality is that issues do happen with travel. Working with a travel professional, you'll have me in your corner from start to finish. Having an advocate who knows the "ins and outs" of travel, along with contacts unavailable to consumers can often times greatly assist in us resolving any issues or concerns that may arise.
Expert guidance:
In 20+ years of being in the industry, it's afforded me many opportunities to experience several destinations both near & far. With my firsthand expertise together we can figure out your personal travel style.
Trust:
Some find it fun to research travel ideas, however these same people will find the value in ultimately contacting me to make the final travel arrangements. Then they have that trust & confidence in getting what they paid for along with a trusted contact. With our strong relationships with preferred suppliers, resorts & airlines we can deliver to you the vacation you expect.
Unbiased information:
Working with several different resorts, airlines, tour companies, cruise lines, etc. I'm able to give you an unbiased opinion. Have you been given a resort or destination suggestion? It's important to remember everyone travels differently, and just because it was the right fit for them, it doesn't mean it is for you.
Time:
Online travel options are endless and can become very overwhelming. Pictures are sometimes deceiving, therefore you may not get what you think you're paying for. Your time is precious, I'll help you save it during the planning process.
Professional advice:
My promise to you is to always give you my honest advice, therefore you'll get the good, the bad & the ugly. If you have questions or concerns that arise or would like travel tips to help get the most out of your travels. I'll be there to offer my guidance along the way.
Once we figure out the right trip for you we'll work towards getting you the best value. It's important to me that you not only LOVE the vacation, but also find value in your travel experience.
Overall customers will choose to work with a Travel Advisor for a number of reasons. One of the more important reasons clients choose us is because with a big booking engine you're just a number, but with me you will always be a person.
Are you ready to get started planning your next vacation with me?