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Rachel Erwin, Travel Agent in San Diego, CA

Rachel Erwin

San Diego, CA Travel Agent
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Rachel Erwin

San Diego, CA · 4 Years of Experience

Rachel Erwin Knows Travel, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Rachel has been my travel agent for several years, traveling internationally and domestically. She is well traveled, which has been a huge advantage for me.... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Zimbabwe

Interests:

Luxury Hotels, Adventure, Food & Wine, Safari, Luxury Cruises

Suppliers:

Kensington, Small Luxury Hotels, Leading Hotels of The World, Adventures By Disney , Globus

About Me

Gorilla trekking in Rwanda
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda

There is a reason why many who visit Africa leave saying "I fell in love with Africa" and return time and time again. As one of those people and a seasoned expert in East and South African travel, I have dedicated my career to exploring, understanding and sharing the wonders of this diverse and enchanting region. With an extensive knowledge of the cultural, geographical, and the historical aspects, I strive to provide unparalleled guidance and insight to travelers seeking to embark on their own African Adventure. My passion for Africa began at an early age sparked by captivating stories of safaris and wildlife on National Geographic and learning of the brave and passionate pursuit by both Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey in their studies and bonding with the gorillas and chimps there. I had the privilege of visiting for myself in 2021 when I spent almost one month exploring the regions. During this time, I saw so much on 21 safaris experiencing the Great Migration in Tanzania as well as exploring the diversity in the Ngorongoro Crater. Getting up close and personal with Giraffe's at the famous Giraffe Manor in Kenya and seeing the grandness of Mt. Kilimanjaro for the first time. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda with only feet from such facinating creatures, discovering the vast beauty in Cape Town and the Winelands in South Africa, experiencing my first safari and hearing the sounds of the hippos at night carry across the water in the Okavango Delta in Botswana and of course, feeling the mist from the "Thunder that Roars" at Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe/Zambia. My expertise however extends beyond the popular tourist destinations. I have ventured off the beaten path to discover hidden gems, remote tribal communities and lesser-known national parks that showcase the true essence of Africa. They have allowed me a deeper understanding of the region's beauty and complexity. As your travel expert, my commitment is to provide personalized recommendations and tailored itineraries as well as invaluable travel advise to suit individual interests, preferences and budgets. I understand the importance of responsible and sustainable tourism and I strive to promote ethical travel practices alongside my travel partnerships within the country that preserve environment and support local communities. Whether you are planning a wildlife safari, a cultural immersion, a beach getaway or a combination, I am dedicated to curating a most memorable journey for you and guiding you on an unforgettable adventure through this remarkable part of the world.

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Awesome Agent!
Reviewed By Susan - San Diego, California | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Rachel has been my travel agent for several years, traveling internationally and domestically. She is well traveled, which has been a huge advantage for me. Rachel schedules my transfers and they’ve always been timely. I take her suggestions, as she has traveled to places I like to go and that is quite helpful. She shops around for the best prices, as I usually travel solo. That saves me lots of money, if I’m flexible. If you’re looking for a top notch agent, give Rachel a try.
Rachel Erwin responded
"Thank you Susan for the review and for being a loyal and amazing client!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Awesome trip to Greece
Reviewed By Jen - San Diego | Traveled to Greece | Europe
Rachel engaged me immediately with her enthusiasm and knowledge. She helped us customize a trip of a lifetime to Greece from flights, hotels, tours, where to shop, etc. Rachel made sure our family was well taken care and can't recommend her enough!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Perfect Vacation and Amazing Experience!!
Reviewed By Suki Bhasin - Oakville, Ontario, Canada | Traveled to Nice | France | Europe
We booked our vacation through Rachel Erwin. She has amazing organizational skills and is very methodical. She took into account every little detail starting from what kind of places will suit our personality to guiding us what to take with us , currency exchange, planning our tour guides, giving us ideas about how we can manage our phone data and you name it… she took care of it all. She sent us a complete detailed itinerary and even made changes as per our request. To make us comfortable she had us on zoom call to go over every minute detail and cleared all our doubts. We were extremely comfortable with the way our trip was planned. The hotels were great with awesome locations and the day trips planned by her around Nice France , Monaco , Monte Carlo left us spell bound and were absolutely fantastic!! She chose the best places in France according to the time we had on hand. We would absolutely recommend her to everyone and will definitely book our next vacation through her. Thanks Ra
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing trip to Mexico
Reviewed By LJ - Wixom Michigan | Traveled to Playa Del Carmen | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Rachel went above and beyond my expectations. Her attention to detail is amazing and gave us many ideas on where to visit. She took care of all the reservations for us. A true travel agent zen master.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A flawless first experience with a travel agent —
Reviewed By Chris L - Oceanside, CA | Traveled to Italy | Europe
I had never worked with a travel agent before, but I was planning a family trip to Italy for a group ranging in age from their 30s to their 60s, and I knew I could use some expert help. I found Rachel through Travel Leaders and was impressed by her stellar reviews and her specialty in upscale travel, especially to Italy. From our very first conversation, Rachel made the process easy and collaborative. After a bit of back and forth via email, she came back with a great initial itinerary. As we talked more about our group’s budget, preferred pace, and where we wanted to splurge or scale back, she adjusted everything perfectly to fit our needs. Now that we’ve returned, I can confidently say Rachel did an amazing job crafting a trip that suited everyone in our group. She struck the perfect balance between activity and downtime, and she found excellent local guides and experiences that felt tailored to our interests and energy levels. Every detail — from transportation to hotels to excurs
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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My Places

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My Photo Albums and Videos

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    My Travel Stories

    Giraffe Manor

    Wild Wonders: An Unforgettable Journey In Africa

    An Unforgettable African Adventure During COVID Traveling during COVID came with its fair share of challenges—tests, restrictions, and uncertainty. But none of that could overshadow the magic of Africa. Over the course of our journey, we explored the vibrant city of Cape Town, had breakfast with giraffes at Giraffe Manor, cruised through ...
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