You will not find a better travel agent, I promise. Karina worked day and night to make the…read moreimpossible happen and was the reason our trip was successful. I had some difficult requests and she worked tirelessly to make them happen. She is well connected and truly cares about the guest experience. She had great recommendations and is a great communicator. She even met us at the beginning of our trip to ensure we made it safely to our destination and that everything was running smoothly. She is the best in the business. I would recommend her again and again. Thank you, Karina!

Great service. Very safe. Excellent communication. Would definitely recommend and will use them…read moreagain. Thank you Karina and Diego!

We started with a plan to go to Costa Rica and quickly found that, despite years of travel…read moreexperience, we didn't want to do the usual research and planning. A friend recommended Michelle at Just Escape after her family trip to Fiji. We told Michelle our interests and budget and she tailored a fantastic, and affordable, experience for us. Everything from flights, accommodation, adventure activities, and private transportation between each area we visited. Everything was easy and seamless. Best holiday in years. We highly recommend Michelle and plan to seek her help for future trips.

I won a $500 travel voucher as the grand prize at a Navy Khaki Ball, which was a huge deal! While…read moreothers were winning smaller prizes like PS5s, chairs, and mugs, I was thrilled to have won the grand prize. However, that excitement quickly faded. When the travel agency finally contacted me, they informed me that I would have to spend $3,000 before I could use the $500 voucher. How is that considered a 'grand prize'? These restrictions and guidelines were not disclosed when the command purchased this as a grand prize gift. I've even attached a picture of the hidden stipulations that were never mentioned. This agency used the voucher as a scam to squeeze more money out of people. I would never recommend them--avoid at all costs!

We used Going Places Travel for a recent two-week trip to Europe from California, and let me assure…read moreyou that their 5-star rating is much-deserved. Our travel specialist was Laura--based out of northern California, I believe, which nonetheless didn't present any logistical difficulties for us down here in San Diego. Via a series of emails and phone calls over several days, Laura set up every facet of our trip to two countries and three cities after presenting us with multiple choices and price points: flights (outbound from LAX, inbound to San Diego), hotels, private car transport, etc. Because the trip was a last-minute getaway, our plans were somewhat fluid and dependent upon availability--and Laura didn't bat an eye when we suddenly switched our destination from Barcelona to London for the first week of the trip. Overall, Laura's work ethic in nailing down our logistics was Herculean, to say the least. We're looking forward to our next trip abroad in 2025, and will certainly use Going Places and Laura when we do.

We were so worried about doing a vacation in Cancun Mexico. We discussed this with Ken Darren and…read morehe explained where the issues are. He was very knowlegable and took our concerns seriously. The problems weren't where we were going. He suggested an excellent hotel, the Excarate Arte. We then got upgraded to the Hotel de Playa! The service was amazing and we had the best week ever! Thanks!

My family and I recently returned from a wonderful trip to Italy. Early in the planning process I…read morereached out to Erin. After discussing what we wanted out of our trip, she put together recommendations and options for us to choose from for a successful trip. Erin does all the research for you. Flights, hotels, trains and small guided tours, all arranged by Erin. We visited Venice, Florence and Rome. All beautiful! Erin works with your wants and needs and then puts together a flawless trip. She is professional ( Erin never disappointed me), kind and most importantly patient. I highly recommend Erin for all of your travel needs!

Grand Journeys doesn't just book cruises!!! We have recently retired and have used Erin to assist…read moreus with flights and hotel reservations. She is knowledgeable and professional and her designation as a Virtuoso agency affords us great rates and "add ons" not readily available via online agencies. We recently spent some time in Washington DC and Williamsburg and her hotel suggestions were spot on. She provides great service and has assisted us when we could not print boarding passes overseas. I wouldn't think of going anywhere else!

Diana Shirey has always handled our travels and this trip was wonderful. River boat on the Douro…read more Best flight arrangements, Birthday Party on the trip. Terrific, loved the adult river trip with my daughters and son in law. We had absolutely no blips!

We used Debra Westbrook to plan a vacation to New York and were completely satisfied. Debra was…read morepersonable and paid attention to details. She provided us with everything we wanted and made our trip memorable. Everything from the planning, to travel, to the stay, to excursions and departure was great! We had one hiccup with an excursion and it was not the fault of Debra at all but she was available and checked in to make sure everything worked out...which it did! I will definitely use Debra again for our travel needs!

If I could give 10 stars I would!! Tracy is amazing and the best travel agent. She booked our…read morehoneymoon to Bora Bora and everything was planned to perfection, anywhere we went transportation was already set up and ready. It was an effortless trip since Tracy had everything planned out. We used her again for a cruise and something went wrong with the booking and she got the cruise line to fix it and actually give us additional credits. I had never used a travel agent before her and always did everything myself and I can tell you it feels so nice to have someone like her to take of everything for you!!! 10 Stars !!!

To celebrate our 45th anniversary, my husband and I went to Europe for the first time. We used…read moreTracy and had the most wonderful adventure of a lifetime! We started in Lake Como, Venice and Rome. She booked the most beautiful, quaint hotels, every place we stayed. She booked the flights, tour guides, drivers, and the train tickets. Next was 9 days on Celebrity Cruise, which she booked and recommended the best suite on our budget. She also booked some of the excursions, along with giving us the hints on traveling to Europe. All we had to do was follow the itinerary she sent us, She made it so easy, could not or would not want to do that trip without her! Until next time, Tracy and Emily, thank you!

My 5 stars with Cindy was a result of just one (1) phone call. But after getting the run around…read morefor a bit from various travel agents, airlines etc. etc., I called Cindy . . .and she listened to me for about 40 seconds and then stopped me while I was in mid-ramble and she kindly said, "If I may interject, I don't issue flight tickets anymore but I can direct you to who you need to talk to." And that she did!! . . and so far I'm loving my new agent. But Cindy is straight and to the point; can listen to your sitch and quickly determine if she can get you what you need and if not, where to send you! Thank you Cindy!

I'm beyond grateful for reading a review on yelp about travel agent Cindy Newman and giving her a…read morecall. She made my life so incredibly easy planning our first trip to Italy. She did not over look one single detail. I expressed to her what we wanted to do and she helped me find the perfect tour and planned a dream trip for our family. Everything was planned so well. Every little detail was well covered and taken care of. Not one single complaint. The trip, the tours and all the accommodations exceeded all our expectations. I will forever be grateful to her for the attention to detail, the experience her knowledge and above all the genuine care Cindy Newman gave us. She definitely knows her craft and she's amazing at it. She was an absolute pleasure to work with. Looking forward to our next trip and planning it with the help of Cindy.

Stacia is very conscientious and communicates effectively and frequently. She's easy to work with…read moreand very knowledgeable. I highly recommend her for your travel needs.

Anastacia is the absolute best. Her attention to detail is impeccable. We had no clue how to book a…read moreflight from Tijuana to Cabo and she not only found us great prices on great flights, she knew the documentation we needed for customs, among other things. She was extremely patient with us too as we had loads of questions. Without her help, we'd be lost. The next time I am thinking about going somewhere, Anastacia is the first person, the first travel company I will contact. I have faith that she'll find the best travel packages anywhere. USE ANASTACIA's TRAVEL. You will be so happy!

Rancho La Puerta is a place and an experience you didn't know you need in your life. Once there,…read moreyou realize how vital this place is to your well-being. As of 2025, this was my 3rd retreat to RLP and it won't be my last. I plan on making this an annual trip. It's hard to put into words how great it feels to be here, and even harder to show how beautiful it is because the photos never do it justice. Pros: - The food. It's delicious and makes you feel good from the inside out. Dining happens in the dining hall which is this beautiful building where meals are treated as more than nourishment for your body, but for your soul as well. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style. You can sit outside with beautiful views of Mt. Kuchumaa or sit indoors. There are small tables and large tables to sit with new and old friends. Dinner is served table side. Each meal is crafted with care using a delicous, fresh variety of foods that include whatever is growing in their gardens (more on the gardens later). - The property. The entire property is rustic but cared for and loved. The grounds and gardens are meticulously maintained. - Mt Kuchumaa. My absolute favorite part of RLP are the morning (sunrise) hikes. Many different levels of hiking and no experience required. My favorite hike is Coyote and the Breakfast Hike. - No wifi or televisions. It's a great way to unwind. - The classes; fitness, art, speakers....there is so much to learn. - The rooms are rustic and clean. You have all the amenities you need. - Spend time relaxing at one of the amazing pools and spas. - Shuttle service from San Diego is great. They are also wonderful if you need to arrive or depart in an off-day. - I always felt safe and cared for Cons: (this list could be kinda short) - Sometimes it's confusing to navigate the property. Especially if it's your first time. Also, if you have mobility issues, you will want to keep that in mind as there is a lot of walking to do to get from place to place....BUT, with that said, I saw a lot of people with less mobility than myself getting around just fine. :) They may not be on sunrise hikes, but they were in all the classes, concerts and dinners. - Highway Noise. Unfortunately, you can hear the highway from the ranch, which is so strange because it feels like a different world...but yes, it's close to the major highway and you will hear semi truck air brakes quite often. Some casitas are closer than others. This is my must-do list: - Hiking Mt Kuchumaa. They have several options every morning. - Gourmet Breakfast Hike - Cooking class - Spa (getting a treatment or just spending a few hours relaxing in the women's only spa pool/hot tub) - Sound bath sessions - Instructor-led classes - so much variety! Pro-tip suggestions: - Don't go hungry...need more protein and avocados for breakfast or lunch? Just ask, they will bring it to you from the kitchen. - Don't go hungry....order a meal and a half at dinner or get half of each entree. - Don't over-schedule yourself, but DO make sure you look at everything that's offered all week. - This is not the Marriott or Ritz. It is a rustic, wonderful health resort that reflects the vibe they are going for. - Be open and relax. - Sign up right away for classes that fill up like the Organic Breakfast hike and things that cost more like the Cooking Class. - Review your folder and take a couple of hours to acquaint yourself with how things work, the classes and grounds.

Best spa and resort for a family vacation. Healthy food and excellent service. Price is worth it.read more