Tonya Becker, Travel Agent in Apple Valley, MN

Tonya Becker

Apple Valley, MN Travel Agent

Tonya Becker

Apple Valley, MN · 7 Years of Experience

Tonya Becker, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
4.7
(7)
100% Recommended
Follows through with details. Gives multiple options for trips. Can recommend extras, upgraded dining etc. Read More >
About
My Travel Specialties
Reviews
Certificates & Awards
My Places
Travel Stories & Media

Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Antigua & Barbuda, Alaska, Aruba, Inside Passage, Juneau

Interests:

Cruises, Accessible Travel, Bachelorette Parties & Girlfriend Getaways, Adult Only, Celebration Travel

Suppliers:

Princess Cruises®, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Cunard®, Virgin Voyages

About Me

Travel for a Cause, Cruises & Group Travel

As a Certified Group Travel Specialist and Certified Leisure Travel Specialist, I specialize in Alaska, Caribbean and river cruises, group travel, senior travel, accessible travel support, all-inclusive vacations, and Travel for a Cause. My expertise includes helping clients choose the right cruise line, resort, itinerary, destination, and travel experience based on their needs, interests, budget, and comfort level. From the rugged beauty of Alaska to the tropical shores of the Caribbean and the scenic riverways of Europe, I help create personalized, well-supported travel experiences. Whether planning a first cruise, family vacation, group trip, senior-friendly getaway, accessible travel experience, or nonprofit fundraising opportunity, my goal is to handle the details so clients can focus on making memories.
Additional Languages
American Sign Language (ASL),
Signed English

My Travel Specialties

Travel for a Cause, Cruises & Group Travel

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Travel for a Cause, Cruises & Group Travel
Hello, I’m Tonya! I’m the owner of Getaway by Tonya Jean Becker, and I’m here to help you see it all, share it all, and experience travel with confidence — whether by water or across land. From the glaciers of Alaska and the beaches of the Caribbean to European river cruises, all-inclusive...Read More ▶

Alaska Group Specialist

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Alaska Group Specialist
Hello there! I’m Tonya Becker, a Certified Group Travel Specialist also Certified Leisure Travel Specialist with over five years of industry experience. I specialize in crafting high-end Alaska adventures for groups and multi-generational families. From the rugged beauty of glacier hiking to the ...Read More ▶

Group Cruise Caribbean Specialist

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Group Cruise Caribbean Specialist
Hi, I’m Tonya! I specialize in planning group cruises to the Caribbean. Whether it’s a big family reunion or a bucket-list trip with friends, I handle all the ship logistics so you can just show up and enjoy the ocean breeze....Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 4.7
7 reviews
100% Recommended
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Dean Becker
Reviewed By Dean - Richfield, MN | Traveled to London | England | Europe
Follows through with details. Gives multiple options for trips. Can recommend extras, upgraded dining etc.
Tonya Becker responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words. It’s been a pleasure to work with you."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great help planning our Alaska adventure!
Reviewed By grwilly - Minnetrista, MN | Traveled to Alaska | USA
We worked with Tonya to help us plan our first-ever trip to Alaska. We wanted to go with someone who had good experience and could assist with both the land and sea portions of our trip. Tonya had excellent recommendations along the way and was very responsive to any questions we posed her way. She also made herself available for a couple Zoom calls right before our trip to ensure we had all last-minute details sorted out. We are happy with our experience working with Tonya!
Tonya Becker responded
"Thank you so much for taking the time to share this review — it truly means the world to me! Helping you and your husband plan your first Alaska trip was such a joy, and I'm so glad everything came together beautifully. Knowing you felt supported from the planning stages through those last-minute Zoom calls is exactly what I strive for. If you ever feel the travel bug again, you know where to find me!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Alaskan cruise
Reviewed By Lizanne - Richfield, MN | Traveled to Alaska | USA
From the moment I contacted Tonya about an Alaskan cruise, she has done everything she could to make the trip stress free and memorable. My family and I appreciated all the tips and hints she provided. Have already recommended her to a couple friends and would definitely work with her again!
Tonya Becker responded
"I really appreciate that! I loved working with your family and would be thrilled to help with future travels."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Holland America Land and Sea
Reviewed By GRWILLY00 - Rochester | Traveled to Alaska | USA
I reached out to Tonya after having found her name through a ChatGPT search, as I was looking for a travel agent who had experience booking Alaskan cruises. Tonya has been extremely helpful throughout our vacation-planning process. She has offered sound advice, guidance, and recommendations. I would recommend anyone contact Tonya for assistance in planning an Alaskan cruise!
Tonya Becker responded
"Thank you, I appreciate this!!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Extremely helpful and dependable
Reviewed By Koehniac - St. Paul, MN | Traveled to Bahamas | Caribbean
Tonya really goes above and beyond to ensure I’m going to have a good trip. She’s always asking and making suggestions about little details I wouldn’t have thought of myself. The communication doesn’t end when everything is booked - Tonya sends me progress notes, reminders, tips for my destination, etc.
Tonya Becker responded
"I really appreciate this, as I want to have the perfect vacation I want my clients to have that dream vacation!!"
✓ 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.
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.
AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
Princess Commodore Certified
Princess Commodore Certified
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Princess Certified Expert since 2019
Princess Commodore Certification
Commodore - Princess Certified Expert since 2019
Cunard Certified Expert since 2025
Commodore - Cunard Certified Expert since 2024
Master of Adventure -Royal Caribbean since 2025
Master's Degree Norwegian Cruise Line since 2021
CLIA Member since 2022

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

Alaska 2018

Why I Became a Travel Advisor My love for travel — and especially Alaska — is one of the reasons I became a travel adviser. My Alaska Inside Passage cruise left such a lasting impression on me that I knew I wanted to help others experience that same sense of wonder. On that trip, we enjoyed scenic cruising through Tracy Arm Fjord, where t...
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