Testimonials 

Dear Kristina,

Thank you so much for all your help with the cruise that Patty and I recently took to Alaska! We had a wonderful time -- the ship was lovely, the crew was outstanding, the food excellent, and there were lots of activities and entertainment. Our cabin was delightful -- the veranda was wonderful and we enjoyed it every day (especially in Glacier Bay).  I'm sold on Holland-America!   I have some great photos of the adventure and many fond memories.  You were so  thoughtful to have a bottle of champagne waiting in our cabin!   I'll look forward to cruising again.  

With appreciation, Frances 

Kristina, thank you.  You were awesome.  The trip was more then I expected. We felt more like we were part of Africa rather then a tourist.  The tents were amazing.  I watched "Out of Africa" and it was just like the movie.  The other families were great and it was a good idea that we did the family thing as there were other kids around.  I am a busy person and truly appreciated how you kept us on track in getting ready for the trip.  I will definitely contact you for future trips. 

Kate 

Hi Kristina, We have had a wonderful time. Our guide Paul Feeham is terrific. We took a city tour in Dublin and stopped at Guinness and C had a pint we raised in your honor.

Best, Creighton & Lois

Hi Kristina, I enjoy reading your newsletters and always look forward to the next one.  You are a very dedicated agent and your newsletters say a lot about the type of person you are.  I'm sure an adventure to the 'unknown' with you as a guide would be a very worthwhile experience and someday I may be able to take advantage of it if not at present.  Thanks very much, Kristina, for keeping me informed. Best to you on your wonderful trips around the world! 

– Ginger

Dear Kristina,

We had a wonderful trip! Truly exceptional! - Both the Kapawi ecolodge as well as The Galapagos. Thanks so much for the champagne on the boat, as well as your help in putting together this exceptional vacation for us. 

Thanks again. Karen

Dear Kristina, 

We cannot thank you enough for your assistance with our wonderful trip to Alaska. Cruise West was definitely the right choice for the Inside Passage. Every time we came across one of those floating cities - the gigantic cruise ships - we thanked our lucky stars that we were on a much smaller vessel, with fewer than 60 passengers. Everything went well, almost as if there was a conspiracy. Even the weather, even in usually rain-soaked Ketchikan, was outstanding. As you can see from the list we are enclosing, there was no shortage of wildlife along the way. And imagine our surprise as we boarded the Spirit of Alaska in Juneau to discover that our cabin had been upgraded by Cruise West, and inside on a bed were two bottles of wine and a $50 shipboard credit compliments of none other than our travel agent. That's you Kristina, and that set just the right tone for the next 11 days. We also liked our funky accommodations at the Silver Bow Inn in Juneau prior to boarding ship. So thanks again for a truly memorable vacation. Sincerely yours,  Sandy  & Chuck Aweeka

Hi Kristina,

I have to be honest with you - you are a real stand-out in the world of travel agents. And it's a pleasure to work with an agent who really cares and is dedicated to giving her clients to right information!  Based on my past experience, I'd say you're one in a million.

Thanks, Ina Steinhilber
Tanzania Safari and Kilimanjaro Specialist
Thomson Safaris

Hi Kristina. We arrived home today from our Alaska adventure. We had a great time. Holland America was great. I think that on any future HAL cruises, we will try to have all of our dinners at the Pinnacle Grill. It was outstanding. Might even be one of the best meals we have ever had anywhere. Thanks for the gift of this special meal for all of us. 

There were a few long days on the land tour part of the trip but that was expected. The sights were fantastic. Darlene had a great time and loved the trip. Didn't see much wildlife but the views were special. Our trip to Hallo Bay wilderness camp was excellent. We saw lots of bears every day up close, like the closest was maybe 10 yards. Got 1,000 plus photos to review.

It was a great place to go.

Now we start thinking about next year. Wish it wasn't so expensive to go to the Antarctic. We could go on a number of other trips for the price of one down there. Talk to you later. Thanks for everything.

John Dykes

We want to thank you for arranging the most delightful, beautiful, educational and wonderful trip of our lives.  There is no way to explain the feelings of hope and pride the people of South Africa expressed in the face of such severe poverty while in they live in the midst of great wealth and richness.  The beauty of the land, the ocean beaches and the sky - unparallel! We wanted to stay for a couple of more months!!

Frank sang your praises across South Africa - he loved every minute of it, except when we ran into an elephant in musk that was very unhappy that we were there in Tembe Elephant Park.  We have magnificent photos to share with friends and family and will recommend you to all that want to go. 

Thank you so very much. Frank and Jackie

Kristina is amazing. She always gets us where we're going and manages to organize everything from hotel reservations to rental reservations.  All of our trips have been incredibly smooth because of this. We've had to email Kristina from our vacation because we've misplaced itineraries and she always saves the day! ... and did I mention the time she saved the day by having the ticket numbers available(a couple of months after the fact), so that my daughter could get credit on her frequent flyer program? I could go on and on with testimonials! Kristina, You rock!

Ari

We always appreciate your help and look forward to new adventures in the future.

Gracias Corinne

Dear Kristina, We'd like to thank you for the great trip we had on the Spirit of Endeavor.  It was a fun crew and scenery that we South Texans could hardly believe.

Sincerely, the Marmions

Hi Kristina

Kristina was very helpful in filling me in on what to expect, wear, points of interest on a recent cruise she booked for me to Alaska on Norwegan Cruise Lines. She also came by my home with a book on Alaska so I have some background on what to see on our stops on the Cruise.

Sylvia Vikingstad

Kristina, you are thorough and accommodating, as well as very efficient and pleasant to boot! 

Linda Gould

I am happy to state a few facts and characteristics that make a travel agent a professional. Kristina exemplifies the best in assisting travelers to enjoyable, educational, and satisfying world travel. She has prepared herself for this professional task by carefully and conscientiously educating herself in all aspects of the travel industry. She is a world traveler herself, learning as much as possible about the countries and destinations she recommends, to give accurate information and to provide exciting vistas for consideration by her clients.

In addition, I believe she has no equal in the attention she pays to all details of the travel experience. Our travel has been a complete pleasure because of her superior advance planning and personal attention given to our needs. I recommend her highly for making your travel plans come true.  

LesWT

This is perfect! Thank you!  

Shannon

Kristina, I absolutely loved Barbados. Actually, it reminded me a lot of little towns in Africa in some of the more tropical places. I love the third-worldliness of that little island. I didn't take my good camera equipment so (of course) was disappointed with the pictures. I did see the monkeys and got a love bite from a baby. (I know better.) Fortunately, it didn't break the skin!

Love the Casuarina -- very family-oriented and a wonderful list of things to do daily. I might have you recommend the hotel you thought had the best value for the money, next time, however. Just for something different. 

A friend of mine has asked me to come to Costa Rica for a week and visit their new home so that is also coming up and I will definitely give you a call for some help with plane fares and including Miami into that little trip.

I’m so glad you dropped me an e-mail. Thank you so much for doing such a great job with this trip. I really was able to relax and enjoy the things I love to do the most -- be in warm weather and at the beach.

Fondly, Deb

Kjaere Kristina - Har du en God Yul og en Riktig God Nytaar.

Med Hjerteligste Hilsen, Og mange takk for alle informasjon.

Donald

Dear Kristina:

As usual we seem to be thoroughly taken care of  for our trip to Southern California in March. Thank you; the bookwork seems excellent. We both enjoyed your directions as to the airlines; well-written, concise and VERY helpful. You may not have picked it up, but, in spite of our many trips here, there and everywhere, we are both terrified of being able to handle the airline, the security and a month away from our "nest". With you handling the details, I am sure we'll make it . . . and get warm! Right now I'd like to be in SoCal. If we make it alright, I think we'll be ready for further adventure. It’s fun to say, "Wasn't that a wonderful experience - in the past!" It would take a lot of guts to launch us onto one of those wonderful trips to Europe with which you helped us so many times in the past.
A representative of California Alumni Association travel bureau said, very wisely, that most post-75 people stay within North America. I think that is wise.

While thinking of it (while looking at the luscious offerings of Seabourn) I thought about what we might do that wouldn't be too strenuous, include a relatively short flight, and have an experience like the Seabourn one you sent us on, but on land.
What, in your opinion, is the most interesting city in the U. S.?

What of some interesting spas like the Greenbriar that my parents used to love?
What is the most comfortable hotel/spa in the U. S. for late Spring or Summer?

What if we were rich and just wanted to spend time reading, resting and eating and doing nothing for a week?
I don't know whether we will do anything.

You are an old friend so you know us and I think you know our present limitations (mostly mobility).
I like your Web Page and your advertising.
Sincerely, BOB

We had a great time in Zihuatanejo! It was very relaxing and the kids had a lot of fun. The Sotavento Beach Resort was just fine. Most of the guests were Mexican, which suited my tastes. It is not brand new, but not run down either. Our room was huge, with a big shaded terrace and high ceilings. No air conditioning but the big ceiling fans were adequate. It is a hike down to the beach, about 180 steps, but one has to get some exercise during the day. We walked to town a couple of times in the evening, but otherwise relied on taxis. We went to Ixtapa Island and to Playa Las Gatas, but skipped the swim with the dolphins as being much too pricey. All the flights went fine, so we didn't get an extra night this time. We managed to keep everybody from burning too badly in the sun and enjoyed the snorkeling. It was all very relaxing. Thanks for the help in finding the hotel and flights.

We really enjoyed it all. - Ron