If you're looking for someone to plan the trip of a lifetime, look no further than Jane Shobe. She…read morecreated the most incredible, seamless travel experience for us--from start to finish, every detail was thoughtfully handled and perfectly executed. Before we even left, Jane ensured all our flight information was properly in the system, gave us tailored travel options to match our style, and provided us with super helpful extras--common language phrases, tipping guidelines, and clear, easy-to-follow itineraries. We felt so prepared and at ease the entire time. Our Ritz-Carlton cruise aboard the Ilma was absolutely unforgettable. The itinerary took us from Lisbon to Tangier, Malaga, Cartagena, Valencia, and finally Barcelona. The ship was stunning, our room was beautiful, the food was fantastic, and the service? Truly five-star. Every staff member on board made us feel special. My husband, who wasn't sure he'd enjoy cruising, is already talking about doing it again--Alaska or Norway next! Jane also arranged flawless logistics between every location. From airport to hotel, cruise ship to hotel--at all hours of the day, in multiple countries--our drivers were always early, professional, and courteous. It made the whole experience feel effortless. Tuscany was magical. I was unfortunately sick for two days, but that slower pace ended up being a blessing in disguise. My husband unplugged from work and finally relaxed. We played golf, went on walks, relearned backgammon, read books, and soaked in the stunning views. We still managed to make it to Siena and a local winery, which was the perfect little outing. We can't recommend Jane highly enough. Her professionalism, care, and attention to detail made this one of the best trips we've ever taken. We're already looking forward to the next one she plans for us!

I, age 23, visited this travel agency looking for recommendations for a trip to Thailand and…read moreVietnam for my friend and I. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing and left me feeling uncomfortable and talked down to. The woman I spoke with made comments about how young I looked, asked whether I had talked to my parents about the trip, and said something along the lines of, "If I were your mom, I wouldn't be letting you do this." My mom had in fact, come in the day before interested in booking a family trip for us to Costa Rica and had suggested I go since she initially had a good experience. She was well aware of my plans to go in there and that should not be a matter that they are considering when helping someone book a trip. I understand that safety is an important part of travel planning, and I'm absolutely open to hearing professional advice about potential risks. However, the way they went about this situation was not the best in my opinion. Thailand and Vietnam are destinations that many people visit independently, and I was hoping to get practical recommendations and advice about planning our trip. Instead, the conversation left me feeling judged, and the alternatives suggested were a cruise and a much more expensive guided tour, neither of which was what I initially came in looking for. Although the follow-up email was polite, the in-person interaction left a negative impression. I believe a good travel agent should listen to what clients want, offer balanced and informative advice, and respect their ability to make their own decisions. Unfortunately, that wasn't my experience here.

Just want to tell everyone out in Yelp-Land that my wife and I had the bestest and most excellent…read morehoneymoon vacation ever! Using Ann was a no brainer as she was referred to us by a close friend and reading all the Yelp reviews! The cruise was perfect! Booking was simple, seeing that we did absolutely nothing! Ann did it all and not one hiccup occurred any part of it! We also want to give her a big shoutout and a bigger thank you for the wonderful gift at the Crown Grille on the Emerald Princess! Thank you! Alex & Ken

Don't know how to book a plane to go to a shuttle to go to your hotel and times that by LA to…read moreLondon to Paris to Rome to Florence Venice and back to LA without having an issue? Don't worry! Call Ann! I just recently planned a honeymoon to Europe and I have never planned anything that big. Lucky my friend planned her honeymoon with Ann. I only request I have a shower and toilet in to room. The whole trip went without issue. I would recommend Ann to my friends.

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Highly recommend! Always available for questions and has the best recommendations. Best experience…read morewith a travel agent!

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For years I hesitated to travel to my country because of the details involved and the price of the…read moreairfare. The moment I contacted Milica at Trip Designs, I told my friends and family the wait was over and I have found my travel agency. The entire team comes together to get their customers the best experience possible. I am in the planning stages of the trip but the excitement of planning is so pleasant that I know that I am in good hands. My only question is "Why didn't I find them sooner?" But I'm grateful that I found them now!!! Looking forward to my big journey back home!!!

Trip Design staff are well travelled folks, who know where are all the good spots to visit…read more They've organized some incredible adventures for us, and were always there to help when we needed to change something. Highly recommend.

Our family just returned from the most incredible trip to Italy, and we owe so much of it to Joana…read morewith LUXGO Travel! From start to finish, every detail was thoughtfully planned, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy our vacation. The apartments she selected were all fantastic--comfortable, beautiful, and in perfect locations that made exploring each city so easy. Every train and transfer went seamlessly, which made traveling between destinations completely stress-free. One of our favorite planning tools was the electronic itinerary Joana created for us. Having our entire trip, daily schedule, reservations, and all the important links at our fingertips made navigating each day incredibly easy. It was so convenient and gave us complete confidence that we always knew where we needed to be and when. Joana also planned wonderful activities that were engaging, fun, and truly family-friendly. Our three daughters had an amazing time, and every experience felt perfectly suited for both adults and kids. We absolutely fell in love with every destination she recommended--Rome, Florence, Santa Margherita Ligure, and Genova. Each stop had its own unique charm, and thanks to Joana's planning, we were able to experience the very best of each one. If you're looking for someone who is organized, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely passionate about creating unforgettable travel experiences, we can't recommend Joana highly enough. She turned what could have been a complicated international trip into a smooth, memorable, and truly magical family vacation. We are already looking forward to planning our next adventure with her!

Joana was a wonderful resource for our trip to Thailand. She was very flexible and helpful with…read moreoptions and suggestions even if there was a booking we wanted to make on our own. Everything was included in a detailed trip plan she put together in a PDF document that became our go to resource whenever we need to check on a flight or hotel booking. When we needed to make a change to a Cathay Pacific booking she called them and waited forever to get the change done and she was even available for a quick text if I had a question. She is a real pro, Thank you

Arranging a tour or cruise can be confusing and difficult, especially with so many competitors all…read moremaking similar claims. We chose Expedia to travel to Europe this year. We ended up picking a Princess Cruise and related land tours. Dave Branson is our consultant and he took it upon himself to arrange the cruise and our land tours and flights. He did a superlative job. One can only hope that a cruise meets the expectations that the advertisements often pique. In our case, Princess came up short, being that the ship seemed to be out of date in terms of decor and amenities. Food was also inconsistent. The tour advisor cannot be blamed for the failings of the cruise line. Without Dave Branson our experience would have been far different, and probably much less enjoyable.

You can't beat Expedia in Laguna Hills. I love a cruise…read moreship, the luxury, the service, the engineering marvel, the ocean, the food the entertainment. I've been many times for over 25 years and booked direct and with travel agents. Direct is ok for something simple, you know the cruise line maybe and maybe repeating a trip...say Carnival for the Christmas weekend to Ensenada...but my experience is that the pricing is the same whether buying direct from the line or buying with a travel agent. The travel agent gets a small commission from the line, obviously but they are buying at a discount so the pricing is consistent whether buying from the travel agent or going direct. But what you get FOR FREE from the travel agent is often invaluable in the form of advice about a particular line, the cruise, the ports, where on the ship you want you state room and a dozen other question that these experts to provide. The team at Expedia Laguna Hills is great at this. Old school customer service, actually answering the phone personally and helping you RIGHT NOW, not a website, not endlessly clicking for answers you can't find, real answers when you need them. Dave, Chris and others are responsive, knowledgeable, experienced and very easy to understand, very hard to find in our modern world and so great to have them right here in Orange County.

Thank you Ed for planning a wonderful trip for me and my family to Italy (Rome and Florance)! We…read morehad never been before and wanted help finding great places to stay and experiences. Ed did that and so much more! He made amazing hotel selections (perfect locations) which came with additional perks (like food and bev credits etc.). The thoughtful planning of transportation in between cities, to and from airports and train stations made our trip so seamless and smooth. Ed is super knowledgeable on the area, has great recommendations and is amazing at communicating. Would highly recommend Ed and his services to anyone needing help planning a trip to Italy!

Thank you ED for such a wonderful experience for my first time ever working with a Travel agent…read more You made this experience easy and smooth. I can't wait to take my family on our first international trip Can't wait to share our memories! I will be booking for Ireland next!

I have used Lantern Bay Travel exclusively for both work and pleasure for 10 years. You will not…read morefind a more complete and competent travel agent anywhere! Mia is a joy to work with and I am never disappointed in travel arrangements or accommodations.

From the owner: opened in 1988. We recently changed locations. New addres…read moreis 638 Camino de los Mares - Suite H 130-509, San Clemente CA 92673 For an appointment, please call us or email to lanternbaytravel@gmail.com