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Marie Guilford, Travel Agent in Tallahassee, FL

Marie Guilford

Tallahassee, FL Travel Agent
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Marie Guilford

Tallahassee, FL · 14 Years of Experience

R&R Travel Therapy, An Independent Agent of Dugan's Travels, an independent agent with Dugan's Travels, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(27)
100% Recommended
Marie is very knowledgeable about cruises. Helped us plan a great Christmas Family Cruise! Can't wait until December! Thanks Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

St. Martin, Florida, Walt Disney World, Bahamas, St. Thomas

Interests:

Cruises, Universal Parks & Resort Vacations, Disney Vacations, Family Vacations, Groups

Suppliers:

Norwegian Cruise Line, Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations, Disney, AmaWaterways, Virgin Voyages

About Me

Divi Little Bay Resort, Sint Maarten, DWI
Divi Little Bay Resort, Sint Maarten, DWI

In over twenty years as a psychotherapist, I always considered cruise vacations my therapy.  I would enjoy sunsets most of all and took countless pictures of the view looking out over the water or admiring beautiful ports as we approached first thing in the morning. My vacations help me keep my life in balance. I would bring my pictures back and display my pictures on screen savers and digital frames around my office, something that benefited not only me, but also my clients. Then one day I started helping people plan their own  travel therapy. I truly believe vacations and travel can be an invaluable part of recharging and reconnecting. I started out helping family and friends plan their cruises, then branched out to Walt Disney World Resort vacations, Universal Orlando Resort Vacations, and All-Inclusive and package vacations all over the Caribbean. I have been part of the Dugan's Travels family since 2012 and with my travel agent family behind me, I would love to help you plan a little travel therapy. I want you to have a great time and I will do all I can to help make your vacation a wonderful kind of therapy for you too. 

Norwegian Cruiser

If you are, or want to become a Norwegian Cruise Line cruiser, I can help you. I have extensive training in all things NCL, including my NCL Ph.D., and multiple personal cruises. Do you want to know about "Freestyle Cruising"? Do you want to book a cruise line with innovative ships that include Broadway-style shows, water parks, go-cart tracks, and more. How about a cruise with Free Unlimited Bar and more? Contact me so we can talk about your next Cruise Therapy Vacation!

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
27 reviews
100% Recommended
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Christmas Cruise
Reviewed By RPerry914 - Boston | Traveled to
Marie is very knowledgeable about cruises. Helped us plan a great Christmas Family Cruise! Can't wait until December! Thanks
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best travel agent I've worked with!
Reviewed By MJB - Florida | Traveled to
Marie knows how to help you figure out what you want from your vacation, as well as how to plan things to make it all happen. A lot of agents can do the second part, but it's much harder to find one who is skilled at the first part. Every trip you take is unique, even if you go to the same place with the same people at the same time every year... It's well worth the effort to take the time to find a travel agent who understands that concept. Going on our next cruise adventure at the end of the year - can't wait :-)
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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An amazing celebration vacation
Reviewed By Tracey - Tallahassee, FL | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Having never worked with a travel agent, I didn't know what to expect. Marie took all the logistical stress away, out the gate. I feel like all I had to do was tell her what we wanted in a vacation and she took care of the rest. She also went the extra mile to sort out several COVID complications. (For instance, we still have no idea why our health 8 year old was denied a travel authorization by Jamaica, but Marie worked diligently to sort it out and he got an acceptance.) I would DEFINITELY reach out to Marie again to help me plan some travel.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A fun and safe trip during this crazy pandemic!
Reviewed By Zoe - Florida | Traveled to San Juan ~ Puerto Rico ~ Caribbean
Marie handled every aspect of the trip—all I had to do was show up and have a good time! I appreciated being kept up-to-date on all the health and safety guidelines, and it made traveling during the pandemic feel a lot safer than I had expected. The trip itself was amazing, and I enjoyed every minute of it. It felt particularly special to be part of the Carnival Mardi Gras’ pre-inaugural sailing. I can’t wait for Marie to plan my next vacation!
Marie Guilford responded
"I'm so glad you enjoyed the trip! Please let me know when you want to book again!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Perfect Caribbean island destination!
Reviewed By AC - Tallahassee, FL | Traveled to St. Martin ~ Caribbean
Having Marie plan our trip to St. Martin was like leaving arrangements in the hands of a trusted friend. She kept us on top of changing travel guidelines, made sure we met deadlines, and helped us find excursions to please everyone in our party. Our suite at Divi Little Bay was perfectly situated. We were steps from the Caribbean sea, two restaurants, and three pools. She couldn't have chosen a more perfect place for us to stay in St. Martin.
Marie Guilford responded
"I am so glad you enjoyed it. I can't wait to help you plan your next adventure!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

The Book with Confidence logo tells you that this Travel Advisor has direct access to comprehensive resources for safe and healthy travel, available at their discretion for sharing with clients.  This includes vetting the details on the health and safety protocols implemented by each travel provider in order to recommend the ideal itinerary for each client’s unique needs.
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
NCL University - Associate Degree
NCL University - Associate Degree
NCL University - Bachelor's Degree
NCL University - Bachelor's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
AMA Academy
AMA Academy
AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
Princess Commodore Certified
Princess Commodore Certified
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
College of Disney Knowledge
CCL University Bachelor's of Fun Graduate
Norwegian Cruise Line Ph.D.
Princess Commodore Training
Universal Orlando Specialist

My Places

When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.

My Travel Stories

View from the cabana

BEACH CLUB- BIMINI

Bimini is home to some of the most stunning beaches in the Bahamas. The soft, powdery sand and aquamarine waters stretch as far as the eye can see, offering the perfect escape for beach lovers. If you haven't been on a cruise that has Bimini as a stop and you really like relaxing at a beautiful beach, you should make sure your next trip makes a ...
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Southern Caribbean Cruise Adventure

Southern Caribbean Itineraries are an exciting choice for your Ocean Cruises. My most recent journey included Aruba, Bonaire, and Grand Turk. It was exciting to explore each of these islands and to learn about their history. Aruba is the most populated and well known of the three, with over 100,000 people and 69 square miles.  It is a constituen...
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