If you're currently searching for a travel agent and may have missed my earlier review from a few…read moreyears ago, let me say this clearly up front: after many more trips since then, my opinion hasn't changed -- if anything, it's stronger. Val Kittson of Connoisseur Travel, Ltd. continues to be the only travel professional I trust with my trips, both domestic and international. Over the years she has planned numerous journeys for me, and every single one has reflected careful thought, expertise, and attention to detail. Her technology alone sets her apart. The app she provides keeps us informed in real time and has often had updates before the airline ticket counter even knew what was happening. That level of preparedness removes stress and gives us confidence wherever we are in the world. What truly elevates her service, though, is the work she does behind the scenes. When we travel internationally, she doesn't just assign guides -- she personally interviews them before recommending them. So far, every guide she has selected for us has been a 10 out of 10, which speaks volumes about her standards and her commitment to her clients' experiences. Some people may think they can plan trips themselves or rely on AI tools. As a software architect, I use AI every day and appreciate what it can do. But I can promise you this: AI won't give you the insider knowledge, trusted relationships, and human insight that can turn a great trip into a truly unforgettable one. Val provides that difference. I am already planning trips for 2027 and 2028, and she is my only consideration. I trust her recommendations completely based on the itineraries I provide, and I know she will translate them into experiences that exceed expectations. I plan to share this review in multiple places because I genuinely hope it helps as many travelers as possible find the kind of trusted expertise that has made such a difference for me. If you want seamless planning, trusted guidance, and someone who truly invests in your travel experience, I recommend Val without hesitation. Val Kittson Connoisseur Travel, Ltd. Phone: 202.469.8914 ext. 138 Web: [www.ctltd.com](http://www.ctltd.com) Email: [val.kittson@ctltd.com](mailto:val.kittson@ctltd.com) Facebook: [www.facebook.com/TheWaterwayTravelTeam](http://www.facebook.com/TheWaterwayTravelTeam)

We had a wonderful experience working with Katie Buckley of Connoisseur Travel to plan our Italy…read morevacation. She put together a seamless multi-city itinerary for five travelers, arranging three rooms in each city along with private drivers, transportation, guides, and tours. Every detail was thoughtfully handled, and the hotels were all well-appointed and comfortable. What stood out most was the excellent coordination between drivers and guides, which made the entire trip feel effortless. All our drivers were friendly, knowledgeable, punctual, and safe, which gave us great peace of mind throughout the journey. The Connoisseur app was also incredibly helpful, providing preparation information before the trip and clear daily itinerary details with specific timing. I highly recommend Katie Buckley of Connoisseur Travel to anyone looking for a well-organized, high-quality travel experience in Italy.

I'd give them six-stars if possible…read more They were very responsive to all my questions even before I paid them anything--before I even became a client. But here's something they don't advertise that is of GREAT VALUE: They can help you get your visa done FASTER than if you went through the process yourself because they are more connected with the consult than we are. Therefore if it normally takes a month to go through the application process, they can actually get it done in a week if you have all your stuff together. They don't advertise this but it's of great value.

Great agents that proved to be an excellent resource for our trip to the other side of the world…read more(Fiji)! Highly recommend them, would happily use them again

I cannot speak to the entire organization of TravelVisa Pro, because we have been dealing primarily…read morewith one person. So it is important to note that SHE gets five stars, and TravelVisa Pro is fortunate to have her around. The agent our hiring company initially assigned to us was busy one afternoon, so the receptionist (fortunately) put us through to an available agent, Christen Werner. She was so attentive, thorough, and immediate with her responses that my wife and I have dealt solely with her since then. Christen has been patient as we have been awaiting documents from various agents but yet has sent everything that has come across her desk immediately to the relevant visa issuing authorities at the Saudi Embassy. She has kept us up to date with each development in the process, even as some parties have (such as the registrar of my wife's alma matter ) submitted incorrect documentation and we had to wait for another set to be sent. My wife and I have taught overseas for over six years and the most frustrating thing is navigating multiple bureaucracies while having minimal feedback while your future is being held in the hands of strangers. Travel Visa Pro has been a breath of fresh air during this process that would otherwise be so frustrating. It will be a year before our family and friends see us again and we have enjoyed spending time with them in a mental state of peace. It is well worth the cost to not only have the visa process expedited but to have the peace and presence of mind in the last few weeks at home before you say goodbye for another year.

***AVOID USING THIS COMPANY AT ALL COSTS. "CONCIERGE" PROMISES NOT MET AND NO FULL REFUND. IT WILL…read moreBE CHEAPER AND FASTER FOR YOU TO JUST GO TO THE CONSULATE YOURSELF.*** This was my first time using Travel Visa Pro. I decided to give it a shot because I had a last minute business trip come up that required me getting my China visa. I had about 30 days to do it. When I put in my application, and paid extra for the "concierge services," my agent John Sisson told me I could expect around a 2 week turn around. He also gave me a list of documents to submit, which I did. I should also note, HE insisted I sent my expired Taiwanese passport, which I (and even the resolutions manager, Ruta, who admitted it to me over the phone) believed messed up my entire application. After the 2nd week mark, I started getting multiple strange requests for more and more documentation. This included a "statement" for 1) a "travel" document 2) "name change," which I've never had... 3) AND THEN, John came back and said they also wanted my birth certificate AND copies of both my parents' passports. This was ludicrous - all my Taiwanese American friends, along with my Taiwanese dad who has done visas for my family - never encountered this. They were all stunned that this was happening. The core problem is that I'm estranged from my biological mom's side of the family. I've also never had a birth certificate since I've kept a US passport all my life for I-9 employment, travel, identity verification, etc., and never had the need a birth cert. Never mind that it would be IMPOSSIBLE for me to get a copy of my biological mom's passport (assuming she even has one, or is still alive), I came to find after placing an order for a birth cert with California that it could take up to 14 weeks or more to receive. Since I couldn't afford to wait 14 weeks, I told Lester Sisson my situation. His response was basically, "Well, too bad, that's what the consulate wants." Then I told him and John I needed a refund since their service caused me to cancel my trip. After having to follow up a few times, they put me in contact with Ruta Stankus, the resolutions manager. I discussed everything with Ruta, and how upset I was about this whole situation. And that's where she told ME that she agreed we never should have sent the consulate my expired Taiwanese passport. She (and Lester, in writing - **see attached photo**) also said that recently, Travel Visa Pro has had lots of issues recently with getting dual Taiwanese-American citizens their China visas. She told me over the phone that she would get my passports back, along with a full refund. I did get my passports back, but they refunded me "the consulate fee" and "10% of the service fee." I asked them for a full refund, but Ruta basically blamed it on me and said YOU withdrew your application, so basically it's your fault. Needless to say, I am REALLY upset. I paid for "concierge" services and because of THEIR delays and incompetence, I had to cancel an overseas business trip. My bigger concern is, if Lester and Ruta are telling me they're KNOWINGLY seeing China visa delays with dual citizens "all the time," THEN WHY WAS I NOT WARNED BEFOREHAND THAT IT COULD TAKE LONGER THAN 2 WEEKS? It's as if they were surprised that it did, and then when it did, and I subsequently had to cancel my trip, and then withdrew my application, they blamed it on me for not just waiting another 14 weeks to maybe hopefully get my birth certificate. Who knows if I would have gotten random mysterious requests for more documentation and that a birth certificate, 14 weeks from now, would even settle it? So, I've wasted one month, had to cancel/rearrange a bunch of my business plans, and pay for the agency's dishonesty/incompetence with the turn around time. They also stopped responding to my emails asking for a refund. DO NOT USE AT ALL COSTS. THEY WOULD RATHER STEAL YOUR $400 THAN PAY FOR THEIR OWN FAILED SERVICE. I only used them to save myself a trip from having to fly to the consulate myself, but now it would have been faster and cheaper to have just done it myself.

Well organized. Friendly staff. In this same location (but separate entrances) are the passport…read moreagency and authentication office. The check in desks are also separate (for passport vs authentication documents). Once checked in, watch the big screen showing which numbers are up (they also broadcast the numbers, gotta listen attentively).

I had a last minute travel plan out of the US and they could not have been more helpful. What a…read moregreat experience, this is what the government should be. It seems like thing are becoming very well run and they seem to actually want to help.

This custom tailored trip created by Phyllis has been one of our "Best" trips in the 50yrs we have…read morebeen married in spite of Covid closing places down as we experienced South African life, safari,and wineries! Phyllis and our personal guide Sean kept adjusting as the conditioned changed ! The city was great, our safari and accommodations were superb, and the Richard Branson resort was spectacular even though we literally were their only guest due to countries closing down due to Covid. We were treated royally ! We would highly recommend this tour group for their outstanding personalized care!

Wild Life Wine Safaris allowed me to follow my lifelong dream of visiting South Africa and seeing…read moreexotic animals in their natural habitat. Because it is daunting to plan a trip half-way around the world when there is only limited travel information available, I decided to use experts who have actually lived in South Africa AND know what it is like to be a tourist there. They have test driven all their recommendations for safety, comfort, value, and reliability. I have to say that I hit a real home run by picking this company. Everything fell into place from the airport pickup clear though my airport drop-off. In the process, I experienced the trip of a lifetime that far exceeded my expectations which included terrific guided tours of major visitor destinations, scrumptious accommodations, horseback riding through wine country, and a safari experience that knocked my socks off. Plus they made me realize that luxury was not beyond my pocketbook! Using Wild Life Safaris was one of the best decisions I have ever made.

WTS does all of the bookings for my company's travel and they are the best. Terry always takes…read moregreat care of us and makes sure that we get exactly what we need. They are responsive, patient and professional. Highly recommend!

Bryan Ashewood has supported my travel plans on over 25 trips to Europe and the continental United…read moreStates always addressing my desired itinerary and making timely adjustments as necessary. Bryan is not only a professional with outstanding support but provides that personal touch that makes the whole experience a joy. Christopher B.

Not to be missed. I highly recommend booking a tour that includes timed tickets to the US Capitol…read more I used DC by Foot. Reason for using a tour guide is It's extremely crowded at the Visitors Center, and constant crowds of students on field trips to learn about our branches of government. The DC by Foot guides are very knowledgeable, they know where to go in the Capitol. The guide I had got House Gallery passes for our group and the commemorative 250 yr (US Semi quincentennial) admission tickets. I learned you can tell if the House or Senate is in session by looking to see if the flag is raised or not on the House or Senate side. The other part of the tour is watching a presentation then going with the US Capitol guides in red jackets and using audio to view the art and history. I also liked the souvenir shop there too so I got commemorative 250 items.

Definitely ask your elected official to get a tour! Such amazing history. Schedule a morning tour,…read moreand then go to the restaurant when it opens about 11 AM. Surprisingly, this restaurant actually was good, and the desserts were excellent. It was better than trying to find someplace to eat. They also had one of the best gift shops I had seen all week. The tour guide was extremely helpful with tips of other places to go, pointing out that we had direct access to the Library of Congress. This is definitely a must see. I had no idea you could walk to it from the capital, and then it actually was an active library.

Sam is excellent. I was completely lost on what to do, so I followed Sam's simple instructions and…read morereceived my visa in under 2 weeks. Impressive.

A1 Delivers Again - Sam Carlo is Outstanding…read more This is my second time using A1 Passport & Visa Express for expedited passport renewal, and once again, the experience exceeded my expectations. Why I keep coming back: Sam Carlo handles everything with exceptional professionalism. He's patient when answering questions, incredibly helpful throughout the process, and meticulous about form accuracy--which is critical when you're working under time constraints. Communication is key: Sam kept me in the loop at every stage. I always knew exactly where my application stood and what to expect next. No surprises, no stress--just clear, timely updates on all the important details. The bottom line: I trust Sam and A1 enough that I'm already planning to use them again in 10 years for my next renewal. If you need expedited passport or visa services, I highly recommend giving them a call. You won't be disappointed.

I had a very smooth experience applying for a China L (tourist) visa. The team handled the entire…read morecourier process extremely well--from document pickup to final delivery. Communication was clear throughout, and they kept me updated at every step. My documents were handled securely, and everything was returned on time without any issues. Overall, the service was efficient, reliable, and stress-free. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a hassle-free visa process.

Truly exceptional service. Very thorough job reviewing all of my information and visa application…read moreinformation, with a handful of follow-ups for more information. Pooja, who I worked with, was very quick in reply during their business days/hours and available over the phone as well to talk things through. Once everything was properly submitted, it was only a couple days until the visa was approved by the embassy and then shortly thereafter 10 year tourist visa in my hand via FedEx delivery! I can't recommend Oasis enough.

Our small software company has worked with VisaPro over the last 10 years for help with H1-B visas,…read moreGreen Card applications and other employment-related immigration matters. They've been fantastic to work with, and I recommend them without reservations. Here's some of things that make them so effective. (1) Deep understanding of the employment immigration system and the criteria for successful acceptance of your applications. They will work with you to refine your application to highlight the appropriate areas, demonstrate how they meet the required criteria, and provide a clear path for USCIS to approve the application. (2) An online portal for document management, with logins for employer and the employee. This is used to share key documents and provide feedback, allowing you to see where you are at each step. (3) Availability for answering questions and providing guidance. We have sent resumes to VisaPro for potential employees, asking them for advice on what type of visa would be appropriate. We have held detailed discussions on particular applications. We have also requested advice on employees who were leaving our firm in the middle of the process. In all cases, we have found them to be responsive and knowledgeable. (4) A clear and transparent pricing scheme. Generally, there are fixed fees for certain types of applications, with additional costs if the application goes into a second round. We've found the fees to be very reasonable. Our typical process with VisaPro with a new employee case has been (a) Upfront conversation between our firm, the employee, and lawyer (b) VisaPro tells us what documents to gather, has us fill out a matrix of job responsibilities and skills (c) VisaPro compiles the application and send it to us for review, with specific instructions on what to sign, what checks to include, etc. In cases where the USCIS returns a Request for Evidence (RFE), asking for more details, they have been explicit in advising us what information will be the most effective in making our case, and helped us create a compelling response. In one case they were even able to tap into their network and provide supporting letters from experts in the field. We typically find ourselves working with one of several attorneys supported by other staff members. This has worked well for us. The lawyer is available when needed, but a paralegal or other staff member can provide rapid or informal feedback. The current US work immigation system is complex and time consuming. Recent political trends have been making this worse. Despite this, my understanding is that VisaPro has close to 100% success rate in H1-B cap applications by their clients. We've found them to be effective shepherds for all of our employment immigration-related needs.

If you are deciding on to embark your journey to set up business in USA or any other visa related…read morematters then Make sure you ENGAGE VisaPro : VisaPro is professional , extremely knowledgeable, and with prompt and courteous service and extremely reasonable fees . What I like about them is that VIsaPro works towards your SUCCESS! Their boutique and personalized approach is excellent : I have been extremely successful because of their knowledgeable advise and they have helped me and and our company navigate through difficult and tough immigration reviews and requirements since the last 6 years: Our entire organizational immigration or visa strategy is left to their professional counsel and advise for our company : L-1 , H-1 GC, O-1 etc . With the fluctuating and dynamic Immigration rules it is necessary for growing businesses to have a professional firm advise you : Their online Portal is excellent and one stop gateway for all your documentation and feedback : HAt's off to Team Visapro !