This was my first time using a travel advisor and I'm so glad to have picked BTA. Kim did an…read moreamazing job of putting together an itinerary for our trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast. There were minor glitches in the beginning but we worked them out and their responsiveness, communication, and updates even during our trip were very much appreciated. I'll be using them again for our next trip!

SONESTA ES HOTELS is a gem and very affordable! The general manager, Kelsey Knutsen, Mike Remley,…read moreSteve Spivey and Angie, were excellent hosts. The room is spacious, very clean and the bed is so comfortable. The room has everything you need and the breakfast has every imaginable perk, e.g., silk milk, oatmeal with a large assortment of topping, a pancake machine and so much more. The staff is superb and make you feel at home. Ths Sonasta ES is much more than five stars!!

Noam and Karen, We had such a wonderful time, the River…read moreCruise exceeded our expectations. Everything was perfect, they are a well tuned operation. I would highly recommend AMA and Expedia Cruise Ship Centers North Scottsdale for the high standard of service. Thank you

If you want to go on a wonderful cruise vacation, Noam is your cruise expert! He listened to our…read moreneeds and then booked everything from flights, airport transfers, hotels, excursions, and of course the actual cruise. He has so much industry knowledge. He knows what ship, what itinerary and what hotel is best for each client. Do yourself a favor an let an expert do the work to create the most amazing vacation for you!

Dave and his team have helped us plan 2 cruises! One which was last minute to the Mexican Rivera…read moreand another one to Alaska which got postponed due to pandemic. Both cruises were awesome but Dave and his team HELPED us every step of the way. Starting with recommendations and providing us many options. Additionally, since the Alaskan cruise was postponed twice.... The amount of change, information received from cruise, and my million questions ... Dave helped us through it every STEP OF THE WAY!!! Amazing care for his customers and great communication through out it all!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! We will be using again to plan another trip and Dave and his team will be our GO TO team for our vacation plans!! And if you want a trip of a lifetime BOOK A CRUISE TO ALASKA!!

We went on our trip at the beginning of July and I'm now ready to provide an update. We had the…read moretime of our lives and Jim along with Ride the Wave were a big part of making it happen. We had some issues with 2 tours that we booked through Ride the Wave and Jim was fast to respond and assist. One of the tours we ended up having to cancel due to scheduling issues. I reached out to Jim to let him know and he worked on getting the refund process started right away and I received a confirmation email from the tour vendor the same day. We're now just waiting for it to get credited back to our card. The peace of mind of our trip being taken care of by professionals is invaluable. I can't recommend enough going through a travel agency for big trips because you just never know what could happen. Ride the Wave is as good as they come and I'm looking forward to using their services again for our next big trip!

We used Kerri at Sun Lover Travel for our Valentine's Day destination wedding at the Dreams Playa…read moreMujeres property. With over 100 guests, from over a dozen states, she went out of her way to make dozens of changes in party size, altering accommodations, etc. and all done with a great attitude (and often answering emails while she was out of the office). We could not have asked for better care and personalized service. . Kerri came highly recommended by a dear friend after I had several dismal calls with other agents who were slow to respond or tried pressuring me into places we had no interest in. Kerri was always available, thorough, had great insights to so many properties, that she and Sun loved we're our clear choice from our second email exchange. . Our experience was seamless and felt very cared for every step of the way. They even sent us the sweetest most personalized gift basket during our stay from all local businesses, not to mention a show-stopping flower arrangement! It was extremely thoughtful and unexpected. We can't wait to user Kerri and her team for our next international travel adventures! So thankful for the trip of a lifetime thanks to Kerri and Sun Lover!

Updating my review after talking to the bride: I am a…read morecontent creator, so a publicist has always handled my hotel reservations--literally for a decade. I'm used to people going above and beyond. I only used Kerry because I was a bridesmaid and she was the travel agent involved. If you're thinking about using Kerry, know that she will get the job done--100%! I booked the room, paid her for it, and had no issues. The transfer went perfectly, and her emails and advice were accurate. However, I later found out she didn't get me the best price. She even offered to price match, which tells me she knew she wasn't offering the lowest rate. I feel a bit ripped off. It was a significant price difference--not just $100. So, if you're considering using her, be aware that she will get you a group rate, but not necessarily the best rate. I was also annoyed that she didn't automatically secure or offer early check-in. She knew we were arriving early and that we had a young child in tow (we didn't end up bringing her, but she didn't know that). She should have anticipated this and gone the extra mile. The wedding was at a large resort, and we were checking in on a Wednesday--not exactly a peak travel day. While I should have thought about this myself, I'm used to it being taken care of, so I didn't even think to ask. She didn't even offer! I felt like this was lazy. So, if you just want the job done, go with Kerry. She won't disappoint on that front. But, If you want the best travel agent and the lowest price, go with someone else.

Peak Planet is the BEST tour operator for a Kilimanjaro summit or Safari. I just returned yesterday…read morefrom a private (my nephew and me) 9-day Lemosha Route climb (7 days on the mountain) and a 3-day luxury safari. Ethics- There are a few less expensive operators, but we quickly learned how they were cutting corners. It was heartbreaking to see how these lesser operators treat their porters. In contrast, Peak Planet employees were happy, and strong, and praised the company they worked for openly as they described how Peak Planet even helped them during the pandemic when there were NO touring clients. The guides had experience with other operators prior to Peak Planet and said that Peak Planet was superior. Value- Excellent. With Peak Planet, you get knowledgeable guides, medical assessments, quality equipment ie. a tent, a private clean porta-potty tent, optional rental gear (we rented Altox O2 and one sleeping bag), and the most committed enthusiastic crew for safe successful summiting without the price tag of those household name operators. Communication- Excellent. I emailed Ben a few times from home. He was quick and appropriate with his responses. Once we arrived in Tanzania, everything went exactly as planned. The driver met us at the airport and drove us to the hotel. The following day we met Tumaini, Peak Planet's operations manager in Tanzania. He introduced us to our guides and gave us an extensive briefing. Our guides, Emanuel and Chacha spoke English very well and communicated with us every step of the way. They constantly checked in to see how we were feeling and briefed us daily on the next day's plan including how we should dress for the mountain weather. They often stopped on the trail to share their knowledge of plants and animals. We developed a real friendship with our guides. Safety- Peak Planet is very safe. We made sure we locked our car doors to and from the airport and while traveling to and from the safari parks. We also had a few layers of money belts since you carry a lot of cash (for tipping) when en route. However, you don't have to worry about it while hiking Kili. You leave it in the manager's safe at the initial hotel with a copied check-in receipt. Your bags are carefully watched by Peak's Planet's porters for other group invasions. On summit day, a porter is posted to guard your tent's belongings at the busy base camp. As far as Acute Mountain Sickness, the guides are knowledgeable, and attentive, and won't let you get into any trouble. We rented one Altox O2 to take with us on summit day, but we did not need to break it out. I liked having it, just in case. Food- This is an area I knew I would struggle with. I am very picky. My nephew is of average adventure in the palate. Our cook was excellent. He made delicious fresh food. I am not used to the rich foods and the portions he made. I lost my appetite pretty quickly but Chef was accommodating because I could only eat soups, bananas, toast, and fruit juice. My nephew continued to enjoy all the dishes. Portions were HUGE. Chef made the sweetest gesture with a congratulatory decorated cake and sparkling juice for our summit. Luxury Safari- Our guide, Victor, was very knowledgeable and had a great eye to find all the animals. He was a very skilled driver and followed the rules to protect animals and habitats. The Lion's Paw resort was extraordinary. The accommodations nestled on the top of Ngorongoro Crater were luxurious with breathtaking views and excellent food and service. On our last night, we stayed at Ang'ata Tarangire Camp. Unfortunately, their water truck didn't arrive as expected so we were unable to shower, or even flush the toilet. I understand that with remote access, things like this can occur, but it was the night before we had a dusty safari and a more than 24 hr flight back to Los Angeles. We had to lean in hard to our flexibility. I do not consider Ang'ata Tarangire Camp to be a luxury accommodation, but you can't beat the location. Summary- Go with Peak Planet!

I climbed Kilimanjaro, went on a five day safari and visited Zanzibar with Peak Planet earlier this…read moreyear. It was truly the best vacation me and my wife have ever taken. I am not an experienced backpacker and was naturally anxious about such a big trip to a foreign country. I had lots of questions but Dana was very patient and detailed in answering them all. As I departed on my trip I felt well prepared. In country, the team was excellent. The equipment was new and high quality. Compared to other groups we saw, you could tell Peak Planet ran a extremely professional, organized operation. The guides really made our trip. They checked out vital signs every day to make sure we were healthy. I felt great the whole time. And the porters were so strong and helpful. It was humbling to each them zip past us with our bags. The safari likewise was great. We saw the big five and much more. Our guide found every animal we wanted to see and took the time to explain their behaviors. Better than the Discovery Channel. Finally we went to Zanzibar's white sand beaches plus a tour of Stone Town to cap it off. Relaxing and beautiful. I highly recommend Peak Planet to anyone i Stern's Ted I'm visiting Tanzania.

Our experience with Authentic Ireland was wonderful! My wife and I have just returned from a 12…read moreday trip to Ireland with our 4 adult children. Our agent at Authentic Ireland, Heather Baggett, arranged our tour with an amazing private chauffeur/guide (Con Dooley). We travelled from Dublin to Kilkenny to Dingle to Spanish Point to Galway to Westport and back to Dublin. Hotels, sites visited, pubs & restaurants recommended were all perfect. I cannot understand some of the negative reviews I see of this company. This was the third time we've used them in the past 10 years. We previously worked with Aisling, when she was still living in Galway. Two trips to Ireland and one to Scotland. Every time, my expectations were far exceeded! I would recommend them to anyone!

Booked with one travel agent and she verbally told me how important the travel insurance was and…read morehighly recommend it. Fast forward and that travel agent was let go due to the virus and I was given another agent to work with. At $509 it was expensive, but so was our trip to Ireland. Fast forward to Covid-19 and everything being shut down/cancelled and we reluctantly decided to cancel our trip. The insurance is a waste! We still had to pay a 20% cancellation fee plus lost the insurance. The insurance was marketed to protect us for any unforeseen emergencies to ensure we would get our money back. Find another travel company locally that you can walk into and build a relationship with.

Over the years I have booked many vacations here. The customer service is always warm and inviting…read more I just had them plan my next vacation for this year. Big or small there is nothing they can't handle and it's always done with a smile.

From the owner: Cruises, Honeymoon Packages, Tours, Weekend Getaways…read more Starworld Travel has been serving the Scottsdale area since 1980 for all your travel needs. We are experienced in all aspects of domestic and international travel, specializing in cruises and tour packages worldwide. We also offer airline tickets, hotel accommodations, car rentals and rail tickets.Does some quality time on a sandy beach sound like paradise? How about shopping at the best stores in Europe? Or maybe you've always wanted to discover the ancient culture of Asia? Or is a relaxing cruise your idea of getting away from it all?Well why wait? We offer cruise getaways, honeymoon packages, tours to Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, South America, The Orient, weekend getaways, airline tickets and car & hotel rentals. Also we welcome corporate accounts.At Starworld Travel Agency Inc., we provide a multitude of travel and tourism options to anywhere in the world for the past 30 plus years. Whether you're planning a week-long family vacation or are planning an extravagant round-the-world trip, we can take care of everything from flight plans to the best fitting accommodation - all for an affordable price!Come visit us at our convenient location at 10632 N 71st Place, Scottsdale, AZ.

Tammy you are awesome!!! Writing for my friends that I…read morerecommended to you...as you know they are admittedly not internet savvy. They are still glowing and smiling from their Maui honeymoon that you skillfully and perfectly arranged. They said the Grand Wailea that you priced for them was so good they were able to buy a piece of art and bring back several remembrances. With the hesitation of going anywhere during the time of Covid-19...you made them feel comfortable about traveling with all the arrangements you made. Answering all their questions and being right about their safety was an added and comforting bonus. EVERYTHING worked out...they said their celebration was a dream come true~ Thanks to you. My introduction to you is considered a gift. I will save this review from any and all "Lei" jokes

I don't know why these businesses have answering machines and tell you they will get right back to…read moreyou and don't , I waited a week after I left 2 messages and had to have it done, so I ended up doing it myself.. thank God for Google because I'm not Computer illiterate at-all..

Agents uninformed, lazy and unwilling to help! I will book my own cruises instead of saving the…read morecouple hundred bucks

DO NOT use Member Travel Priveleges. I've entered into a ridiculous cycle of calling their agents…read moreto ensure ALL payments are made and that my cruise bookings are confirmed. They guarantee that everything is settled and I'm good to go. Then the next day, I receive an email from their automated system saying my booking has been rejected and that fees are remaining - interesting since it says on one booking I'm actually owed a refund! The money handling is so shoddy it's starting to feel like a scam.