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Austin Koonz, Travel Agent in Rensselaer, NY

Austin Koonz

Rensselaer, NY Travel Agent
Super Agent

Austin Koonz

Rensselaer, NY · 6 Years of Experience

Yankee Trails, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(59)
100% Recommended
Goes above and beyond duty to take care of his customers. A true professional dedicated to his job. Total confidence that everything is always put together... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Rhine River, Iceland, Egypt, Mediterranean, Australia

Interests:

Yacht Charter, World Cruises, Luxury Cruises, Private Jet Charters, Grand Voyages

Suppliers:

Seabourn, Tauck, Abercrombie & Kent, Palace Company, Viking

About Me

As a Luxury Travel Concierge, I specialize in designing full travel packages for clients who want every detail handled seamlessly from start to finish.

My focus is on fully planned journeys, not individual bookings. Each itinerary is thoughtfully structured to include flights, accommodations, transfers, and curated experiences, all working together to create a cohesive and elevated travel experience.

I specialize in destinations that are best experienced as multi-destination journeys, including:

European river cruises along the Rhine River and beyond
Iceland and Northern Europe itineraries
Egypt and Nile River journeys
Mediterranean travel throughout Italy, Greece, and coastal Europe
Australia and New Zealand multi-stop experiences

From river and ocean cruises to immersive land journeys, I design travel that is well-paced, refined, and effortless. Many of the destinations I plan require careful coordination, and the difference between a good trip and an exceptional one comes down to how everything is structured.

Full travel packages I design typically include:

Flights and airport transfers
Luxury accommodations in prime locations
Cruise or rail components where applicable
Private or small-group touring
Pre- and post-travel coordination

I typically work with travelers who value expertise, efficiency, and a well-executed travel experience rather than piecing together individual components.

If you are looking for a fully designed, high-end travel package, I would be happy to create an itinerary tailored to your preferences and travel style.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
59 reviews
100% Recommended
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Austin made it easy!
Reviewed By Diana - Lewiston NY | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Goes above and beyond duty to take care of his customers. A true professional dedicated to his job. Total confidence that everything is always put together well.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Excellent cruising experience
Reviewed By Eva - The Villages , Fl | Traveled to Caribbean
Andy was very patient with our questions and covered everything we asked with enthusiasm. We received everything we needed and had a wonderful cruise . It’s surely is a pleasure working with him
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Austin is the best cruise agent!
Reviewed By Happy Cruiser - THE VILLAGES | Traveled to Caribbean
Austin Koonz is the best travel agent. I have booked and rebooked four cruises through him. He has responded rapidly to my requests and has provided the best deals available. His travel recommendations are terrific!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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I highly recommend working with Austin.
Reviewed By Chong - The Villages, Florida | Traveled to Caribbean
Austin is knowledgeable, patient, and personable. He consistently goes the extra mile to ensure I have the best cruise experience. I highly recommend working with Austin.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Destination Wedding
Reviewed By Col - Clifton Park, New York | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Austin has been very responsive and knowledgable regarding our trip. Even helped with changes after a 17 hour flight delay. We could not be any happier with our experience.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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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.

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New connecting cabins on Star of the seas

Client Testimonials

Extra added value
Austin at Travel Leaders didn't just match our deal—he made it significantly better. My husband and I were ready to book a Regent Seven Seas cruise. We called the cruise line directly and received an exclusive lower price that wasn't available online—a deal we were told would only last a few days. Before committing, we decided to reach out to Austin at Travel Leaders to see what he could offer. From his very first response, his expertise was exceptional. Not only did he match the exclusive pricing Regent had offered us directly, but he also secured a complimentary shore excursion valued at nearly $500. We got the same cruise, the same price, plus an additional $500 in value. The choice was easy. If you're booking a luxury cruise, call Austin first—you have nothing to lose and potentially hundreds of dollars to gain.
Travel Lover NY
The Best Alaska Cruise Tour Ever!
Austin Koonz - you hooked us up! Great rooms and tours! The past 48 hours have been busy and amazing. We left Albany on Thursday afternoon and landed in Fairbanks, Alaska Thursday evening. On Friday we took a riverboat up the Chena River to a traditional Athabaskan fishing village. We also got to see a demonstration by the dogs who live and train with at Susan Butcher’s family. Susan Butcher is a four time alaskan Iditarod campion. We then went to a gold mining dredge where we also go to see the Alyasken Pipeline. Our guide was Dexter who looked like a gold miner and had a ton of great stories. We also experienced panning for gold. I was the big winner with $32 of gold. Denali National Park was amazing! We saw a bull moose, a cow (moose) with her calf, a lynx, a porcupine, a grizzly bear, three caribou, a few ptarmigan, and a couple of snowshoe hares.
Julie
Austin is truly a blessing
For an older couple who isn’t tech-savvy, Austin is truly a blessing. He completes our check-in on our behalf and ensures all of our documents are printed and mailed directly to our home. We never have to worry about a thing, just pack and be on time for the shuttle service he arranges. Thank you for everything, Austin!
Mrs. Edwards
Care and attention to detail
Austin went above and beyond. I have worked with many travel agents in my life, but none have shown me the level of care and attention to detail that Austin has. Moving forward, I will only be booking my vacations with Austin.
Kryzs
Greece Cruise with Pre and Post in Athens
Have worked with Austin for over a year now planning various vacations. We always had several questions and were impressed by how quick and thorough his answers were. Since we have traveled for decades and dealt with several travel agents, we feel that he is the best we have ever dealt with.
Happy Client - Clifton Park, New York
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