(23 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Mary Ann Mari, CTC, ECCS, VTA, DS.

Temecula, CA

Seasoned So California Experienced Travel Agent

Older and wiser comes to mind, and travel while you have your health to enjoy the trip should be your primary reason to find the right agent to help you plan the best experience. I've been to hundreds of destinations, sailed on most cruise lines, completed some of the most exciting and challenging trips, and still want more. I've been to all 7 continents but feel there is time left to discover those parts of the world that are constantly changing. If you haven't been there. ...don't rule it out~!

My Travel Specialties

Luxury Alliance Members work with best suppliers

After traveling the world one destination at a time, one step at a time, and living is a VW Van while driving over 18,000 miles in 22 countries, I have come to relish the Luxury Travel Life.  I know the benefits of personalized service, top notch guides, comfortable modes of transportation, and the...
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My travel map of 22 countries, 18,000 miles in VW

River Cruise and African Safari Specialist

I have been 28 years turning my passion for travel into a career. In that time I've been lucky enough to visit over 150 countries and quickly come to realize I have the most fulfilling job in the world.  All 7 Continents have been under my feet.

In addition to personal experiences,...
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Iceland 2024

It's never too Late, Just do it~!

"Hello there!  I am a seasoned Verified Travel Advisor.  My goal is to help turn travel dreams into reality, especially as you embrace this exciting stage of life. Having traveled extensively and belonging to the Luxury Alliance Forum, the importance of seamless planning and a touch of indulgence...
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Annual Attendance is Important for you....

My Travel Albums

Seabourn at its best...
Time to enjoy a Luxury Vacation for once....

My Travel Stories

Amsterdam still exciting after all these years~!

Just spent 10 days in the Amsterdam and Rotterdam areas of Holland.  First visit was back in 1973 to see the Tulip Fields and Keukenhof Tulip Gardens while wondering throughout Europe.  I've been back many times over the years but these are two cities that never get old.  Walking the Red Light District,...Read more.

Customer Testimonials

First Trip to Africa

Thank you for arranging a trip of a lifetime, truly!! And, yes, Africa is magical, we would love to return some day. Everything went so smoothly, it was so reassuring knowing that when we got off the plane, a driver was waiting for us! All the transfers were timely as well, never a hitch. :) Cape Town: Such a beautiful city and loved the Table Bay Hotel, that breakfast was UNREAL and you selected a great room for us with both the bay & Table Mountain views. Durban: The Oyster Box Hotel!!!!!!!!!!! The cutest, fanciest hotel we’ve ever had a chance to stay at!! It was a prime location. Overall, AN AMAZING TRIP and we thank you so much for arranging everything so seamlessly for us!! On a side note, we also had a great time at Zulu Nyala too :) With two games drives every day (0600-0800 & 1600-1800) we were able to see many, many animals in their natural habitat: Thank you thank you thank you for helping us with the fun adventure!!
xoxo Carolyn & Scott, CA

My Reviews

57 of 89 people found this review helpful
Mary Ann has always been the best!
We have used Mary Ann for many years. We have made personal arrangements for domestic and foreign travel. I have also used her for my companies annual trips for medium sized groups including a cruise one year. Again she is the best and you can count on her giving you the best deal and staying on top of all the arrangements.
By  Mike  from  Hemet, CA
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50 of 87 people found this review helpful
She did all the planning; we had all the fun!
Mary Ann planned two trips to Paris, one for me and a friend, the other for my husband and me She found us the greatest little hotel just a block from the Eiffel Tower. She made sure we saw all the high points: Versailles, museums, boat ride on the seine. She made our travel very easy!
By  Char  from  Hemet CA
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52 of 92 people found this review helpful
Alaska made easy.
Took the Millianum cruise ship from Toronto, Canada. Then went up to coast to Alaska. We stopped at various ports and shopped or took a tour. We saw beautiful scenery, saw bald eagles, moose, beavers etcs. We saw the glaciers and hiked near them. The ships rooms were very nice, we had a port hole view. Good food on the ship and a good buffet too. Mary Ann helped us with all our airline plans and the planning of the trip. She made it easy for us to plan. Mary Ann has traveled all over the world and very knowledgeable.
By  Donna  from  Lake Havasu City, AZ
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53 of 96 people found this review helpful
Understands the needs of clients
Mary Ann makes traveling so easy, she knows exactly where we want to stay and what we want to see. She works with you to plan each trip, listens to your needs and then gives you options. She will suggest side trips or adventures that you have no idea existed, things that allow you to really enjoy your vacation. I can't imagine letting anyone else plan a trip for me, she knows us, our likes and dislikes. Plus there is nothing better than getting off of a plane on a new adventure and there is someone with your name on a sign, and you know it's going to be awesome.
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47 of 86 people found this review helpful
Mary Ann has traveled the world so she knows from direct experience
Mary Ann knows her stuff. She has traveled extensively herself so knows many parts of the world. She particularly excels at making arrangements for small groups. We went on a tour of Vietnam and Cambodia in which Mary Ann also participated. The accommodations were excellent as were the planned meals. The guides were also friendly and very familiar with the local customs and history. I would use her services again.
By  Dennis  from  Orange County, CA
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Destination Expert:

  • Kenya
  • China
  • Antarctica
  • Tanzania
  • France
  • Germany
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • East and Southeast Asia
  • Cuba

Travel Specialist:

  • Adventure
  • Safari
  • Expedition Cruises
  • River Cruises
  • Small Ship Cruises

Top Travel Partners:

  • Abercrombie & Kent
  • Crystal
  • Viking
  • AmaWaterways
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Kensington
  • Seabourn
  • Tauck
  • Silversea

Certifications/Awards:

  • CTC
  • Princess Commadore
  • Marriott Hotel Specialist
  • Dive Travel Specialist
  • Hawaii Destination Specialist
  • River Cruise Specialist

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