European River Cruise Specialist

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Andrea Auger, Travel Agent in San Diego, CA

Andrea Auger

San Diego, CA Travel Agent
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Andrea Auger

San Diego, CA · 7 Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
5.0
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100% Recommended
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Amsterdam, Belgrade, Budapest, Bulgaria, Danube

Interests:

Bespoke Travel, Groups, Christmas Markets, River Cruises, Grand Voyages

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways, Tauck, Viking, Kensington

About Me

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As a European River Cruise Specialist, I help travelers explore the heart of Europe in comfort, style, and cultural depth. Whether you're dreaming of sailing along the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, Rhône, Elbe, or Main rivers, I specialize in crafting immersive, unforgettable itineraries that highlight the best of European history, culture, cuisine, and scenery.River cruising is one of the most enriching ways to experience Europe.

Unlike traditional ocean cruises, river cruises bring you right into the center of charming cities, storybook villages, and cultural capitals. From the romantic streets of Paris to the vibrant Christmas Markets of Vienna and the fairytale castles along the Rhine, each day is a new opportunity for discovery—without the stress of packing and unpacking or navigating public transportation.

I work closely with top-rated river cruise lines including AmaWaterways, Viking, Uniworld, Avalon Waterways, and Tauck. These trusted partners offer high-end accommodations, exceptional dining, and expertly curated excursions, giving you access to both iconic landmarks and hidden gems.

?? Top European River Cruise Destinations I Specialize In:

1. Danube River Cruises: Sail through 10 countries from Germany to the Black Sea. Visit Budapest, Vienna, Bratislava, and more—with access to rich culture, music, and historic architecture.

2. Rhine River Cruises: From Amsterdam to Basel, cruise past castles, vineyards, and cities like Cologne and Strasbourg. Ideal for first-time river cruisers and seasonal highlights like tulip season and Christmas markets.

3. Seine River Cruises: Explore northern France with stops in Paris, Rouen, and the Normandy Beaches. Perfect for art lovers and history buffs.

4. Douro River Cruises: Discover Portugal’s wine country from Porto to the Spanish border. Includes vineyard tours, local cuisine, and cultural gems.

5. Rhône & Saône River Cruises: Explore southern France with visits to Lyon, Avignon, and Arles. These cruises are ideal for food, wine, and art lovers.

6. Elbe River Cruises: Explore Central Europe’s hidden gems with stops in Prague, Dresden, and Berlin. Ideal for travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences.

7. Main River Cruises: Sail through the heart of Germany with picturesque towns like Würzburg and Bamberg. Often combined with Rhine or Danube itineraries.

? Why Book with Me? As a certified European River Cruise Specialist, I offer personalized service from planning to post-trip. I’ll match you with the perfect itinerary, cruise line, and pre- or post-cruise stays. I also manage flights, transfers, and travel insurance options.Whether you're planning a romantic escape, group trip, multi-generational cruise, or solo journey, I make every detail seamless so you can enjoy Europe to the fullest.

?? Custom Pre- and Post-Cruise Extensions Enhance your cruise with stays in cities like Prague, Paris, Zurich, Lisbon, or Amsterdam. I design boutique land packages that complement your cruise experience.

?? Group Cruises & Hosted Departures I specialize in group and faith-based travel, including hosted sailings and exclusive experiences. Let me handle the logistics so your group can relax and enjoy.

?? Best Times to Cruise Europe:

Spring: Tulip Time, Wine Festivals

Summer: Long daylight hours

Fall: Harvest & wine-themed sailings

Winter: Christmas Market Cruises

?? Let’s Plan Your River Cruise

Let’s turn your vacation dream into a well-planned, unforgettable experience.

Schedule your complimentary Discovery Call today.??760-730-3829

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REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
75 reviews
100% Recommended
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Daughters 21st birthday trip
Reviewed By Madi's 21st - Las Vegas, NV | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Andrea was very attentive and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way.
Andrea Auger responded
"Thank you for the review, Josh. I'm so honored to be a small part of Maddie's 21st birthday celebration. Looking forward to assisting you with your upcoming travel plans."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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She’s amazing!!!
Reviewed By Randi - Kirkland, Wa | Traveled to San Diego ~ California ~ USA
Andrea is one of a kind. Knowledgeable, helpful & kind. She made our experience one of a kind & were forever grateful ?? She comes highly recommended!!!
Andrea Auger responded
"Hey Brandi, thank you so much! I look forward to helping your family with all your vacation memories. "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Even COVID couldn’t diminish the magic of Disney!
Reviewed By Gabby - Oceanside, CA | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Andrea was incredible! From the moment we started exploring the idea of a Disney World trip she was super responsive and knowledgeable about the parks, hotels and specials! She walked us through the different properties, price points and even amenities at each of the locations she suggested. Once we booked she provided many details on how to reserve the parks, dining reservations and more to make our stay as easy and enjoyable as possible! She even went above and beyond offering to help us get dining reservations at highly sought after locations! while on the trip she checked in and even reminded us to register for the queue fir Star Wars Rise of the Resistance! Andrea is amazing at what she does and a great person! I can’t wait to book with her again!!
Andrea Auger responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words, Gabby! It was my pleasure helping your travel party plan Disney World, and I am so glad you had an amazing time. Looking forward to helping you plan many more memorable vacations."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best Birthday Surprise EVER!
Reviewed By Carrie - Carlsbad, CA | Traveled to Disneyland ~ California ~ USA
Even though Disney does not offer its hard working independent travel agents discounts for thier clients, I feel good supporting a small business.
Andrea Auger responded
"Glad to have been a part of your child's birthday surprise! Looking forward to helping you and your family plan more memorable moments."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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5 trips 6 destinations and peace of mind
Reviewed By Aswissgirl - Encinitas Ca | Traveled to Europe
Andrea was very detailed and quick in giving me help and ideas on my many trips I had this past summer.our itinerary was Minnesota, Washington, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Washington and Alaska. I had so much planned it was a huge help to have Andrea on hand to help me book, order and practical advice too!
Andrea Auger responded
"Thank you Anita! What a whirlwind summer for you and your family. Thank you for the review and I look forward to continuing to help you plan your future adventures."
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.
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Luxury/Experiential Customer, Destination Knowledge, Luxury Travel Experiences, Luxury Programs, Luxury/Experiential Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
Certified Group Travel Specialist: This certification program provides agents with a comprehensive approach to group sales, including planning, selling, marketing and managing group travel.  This is a three year study program that includes a group research project and an educational experience.
Trusted Travel Advisor: A Trusted Travel Advisor credentials, resources and global connections translates to today’s consumer in respectful interactions, confidentiality, knowledge, and client advocacy of travel services provided in parallel with building long lasting client relationships that builds with each interaction.  A Trusted Travel Advisor knows their client better than the client may know themselves and puts those polishing touches on each travel collaboration.
Amawaterways Specialist
Cruise Specialist
Riverside Specialist
Vista Small Business of the Year 2024

My Places

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    Client Testimonials

    Spain and Portugal Tour
    Andrea was very helpful in planning my tour to Spain and Portugal with Insight Vacations. She communication with Insight to book the tour and airline tickets. She kept us informed of all necessary deadlines and provided us with valued information.
    Terry S Oceanside, CA
    Alaska Cruise
    I booked a 7 day Southbound Alaska Cruise on the Holland America Line with Andrea for September 2022. Andrea provided all of the quotes for my pre-approval and all of the receipts after purchase commitment. She kept me up to date on all of the deadlines and informed me of optional port excursions and excursions outside of the cruise. Everything went as planned and I had a wonderful cruise. I highly recommend Andrea to assist you with you vacation plans.
    Paula G, San Diego, CA
    Disney World
    We worked with Andrea on a trip to Disney World as a family trip and added bonus of our 2 year old's birthday to see Mickey! Andrea provided many updates over the time planning this while Disney was constantly changing their policies. She kept us in the loop of important booking dates and gave us suggestions on things our family might enjoy based on our preferences. She made booking this trip simple when Disney is known for being time consuming and detailed. Thanks to Nicole we ended up with a little more rain and wind than anticipated. Andrea checked in with us before the trip, before the storm came, and again during to make sure we were all OK and aware. We appreciate her taking the time to check up on us even on the trip!
    Cathy U, Virden, IL
    Honeymoon
    Andrea planned my Honeymoon to Italy. She was very communicative from the beginning and delivered exactly what we were looking for! She was on top of it all, very quick and our trip could not have gone smoother. I appreciate her and will use her for my future travels, and you should as well! :) Highly recommend!
    Casey, M San Diego, CA
    First River Cruise
    Andrea went above and beyond to get all of our questions answered before our trip. We’ve never gone on a river cruise before so we were rookies and she was very helpful at preparing us for one of the best vacations we’ve ever had. Highly recommended.
    Chris R, Vista CA
    Travel Relaxed!
    Working with Andrea takes the stress of planning a vacation away. She knows our likes and dislikes and is great at providing recommendations she knows we would love. She is personable and friendly and a pleasure to work with.
    Amy F. Loganville GA
    Walt Disney World Trip!
    "Andrea was incredible! From the moment we started exploring the idea of a Disney World trip she was super responsive and knowledgeable about the parks, hotels and specials! She walked us through the different properties, price points and even amenities at each of the locations she suggested. Once we booked she provided many details on how to reserve the parks, dining reservations and more to make our stay as easy and enjoyable as possible. She even went above and beyond offering to help us get dining reservations at highly sought after locations! While on the trip she checked in and even reminded us to register for the queue for Star Wars Rise of Resistance! Andrea is amazing at what she does and a great person! I can't wait to book with her again!!"
    Gabby E Oceanside CA
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