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Danette Jacob, Travel Agent in La Crosse, WI

Danette Jacob

La Crosse, WI Travel Agent
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Danette Jacob

La Crosse, WI · 25+ Years of Experience

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5.0
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100% Recommended
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Germany, On the River, Africa, Ireland, Europe

Interests:

European Culture, River Cruises, Luxury, All Inclusive, Escorted Tours

Suppliers:

Avalon Waterways, Globus, Viking, Alexander & Roberts, Tauck

About Me

Danette, enjoying one of Europe's great rivers.
Danette, enjoying one of Europe's great rivers.

Being an avid traveler, I found myself interested in hosting my clients on international adventures. I have personally escorted multiple groups to Germany and a group sailing the Rhine River to visit the European Christmas Markets. Other groups that I have escorted include, but not limited to, France, Switzerland, and Ireland.   I enjoy being on the ground with my travelers to provide support and make sure everything runs smoothly.

I have chosen to escort groups with Avalon Waterways because you can cruise your  way. Whether you enjoy an active itinerary or simply itinerary that allows you to take in the beautiful scenery and culture in each port. I highly suggest that you visit Christmas Markets.  I have great River Cruise Groups planned for Vietnam/Cambodia, the Tulip Time Cruise with Belgium, and then a Christmas Market Cruise!   I am also escorting a group to Norway in 2026.  There will be a group trip to Africa in 2028.

GERMANY ... It's my favorite place to visit. I have escorted multiple groups to Germany. A few that stand out for me were the group I took for Oktoberfest and the Passion Play

A few things about me and my experience with Germany:

  • Lived in Germany
  • Speak fluent German
  • Attended high school and college 
  • Escorted several groups
  • Visited too many times to count, at least 3-4/year
  • Grateful and proud to be a member of the Luxury Leaders Alliance — a community that represents excellence and innovation in the world of luxury.

I have stumbled upon many hidden gems in Germany, but I also know how to navigate through areas that have high tourism. As an expert in Germany, I would love take you through this country that I love.

I don't plan to stop escorting groups anytime soon. My next group is taking me Scotland and Ireland followed by a conference in South Africa.   Let me know if you want to join me on my next group travel experience. 

Additional Languages
German

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
15 reviews
100% Recommended
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A trip that made once in a lifetime memories.
Reviewed By TNT - La Crescent MN | Traveled to Europe
Danette has been part of all my travel plans on every trip I have taken. She collects the information on where we want to go and takes off from there, She offers options and information about all the little extras that make a trip more memorable. I'm always confident if something changes she is on top of it and communicates the information to us.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Vacation without worries
Reviewed By Bert - La Crescent, MN | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
She goes out of her way to make your vacation what it should be. If there is something that you need she helps you with it. She goes the extra mile. Great travel agent.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best trip!
Reviewed By Jana - La Crosse | Traveled to Germany ~ Europe
I worked with Danette and booked a Delta Vacation!
The trip was so fun and memorable! Definitely would do again- there are never enough hours in the day to see everything possible.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Italy, Scottland, Spain
Reviewed By Ginger - La Crosse | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
It has been a pleasure working with Danette. She is responsive and pays attention to detail. Things went smoothly and were well planned.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Danube Dreams
Reviewed By Michael - La Crescent, MN | Traveled to Europe
Danette is very thorough in explaining the options available for our trip. She patiently answered all of our many questions. We approached her at the last minute and she was able to find a cruise that fit our needs. She worked hard to get us the best deal possible. She definitely went above and beyond to make our trip a success.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
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.
The Luxury Leaders Alliance is a unique networking environment for a carefully selected group of luxury advisors that have common experience, skills and mindset. Through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and educational opportunities, these elite advisors are empowered to provide sophisticated, personalized experiences to luxury travelers.
Fiji Matai Specialist, River Cruise Specialist,
Luxury Travel Agent, Irish Specialist,
Asia Specialist, Princess Cruises Commodore,
German/American Friendship Award
Viking River Cruise Certified Travel Professional

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

My Croatian Adventure

  My time spent in Croatia was incredible and I certainly wouldn’t mind making a return visit. There is so many things to do, so I thought I would highlight a few of my favorite things from each of my stops for you. We can talk more about my experience when we start planning your trip!  Ston is known for having som...
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Antarctica is an Adventure

Antarctica was the last continent to check off my list. I sailed with Atlas Ocean Voyages from Ushuaia, Argentina to Antarctica. I got to see both sides of the Drake Passage the "Drake Shake" and the "Drake Lake" I highly suggest spending some time in Argentina pre or post from your cruise.  I highly recommend that you visit Iguazu Falls,...
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Client Testimonials

Picture Perfect River Cruise
My husband and I would like to recognize and thank Danette for organizing and hosting a memorable and exciting river cruise on the Danube River. Danette's experience and keen interest in her job as a travel agent was apparent to us throughout, including the extra effort she put forth with so many added details to make our trip run smoothly. We were sent periodic e-mails about our upcoming trip, notably a list of suggestions a few months ahead and a book list, which we took advantage of by checking out at a local library. Questions were always welcomed, no matter how trivial. Right from the beginning, we could tell Danette was enthusiastic and that our satisfaction with our trip was her priority.
Denise L. Onalaska, WI
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