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John Staggs, Travel Agent in Long Beach, CA

John Staggs

Long Beach, CA Travel Agent
Super Agent

John Staggs

Long Beach, CA · 12 Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
5.0
(181)
100% Recommended
John was very professional and always available. He gave me great information and was open and honest. He didn't try to sell... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Alaska, Greece, Spain, France, Norway

Interests:

Cruises, River Cruises, Luxury Cruises, European Culture, Small Ship Cruises

Suppliers:

Viking

About Me

A Viking Ocean Cruise isn’t just a vacation—it’s a thoughtfully curated journey designed for travelers who value culture, comfort, and meaning. When you book Viking with me, you’re not just choosing an exceptional cruise line; you’re choosing a personal advocate who knows how to elevate the entire experience.I specialize in matching travelers with the right Viking itinerary, ship, and stateroom, ensuring every detail aligns with how you like to travel. From immersive shore excursions and enrichment programs to seamless pre- and post-cruise extensions, I help you make the most of everything Viking does best—without the guesswork.Booking with me means:Expert guidance on itineraries, cabins, and seasonal advantagesPersonalized planning before, during, and after your cruiseExclusive insights and perks when availableOne point of contact if plans change or questions ariseViking Ocean Cruises are known for their elegant ships, destination-focused itineraries, and refined onboard experience—and my role is to ensure your journey feels just as effortless and enriching as Viking intended.If you’re ready to explore the world in comfort, depth, and style, I’d be honored to help you sail Viking—confidently and exceptionally.

Additional Languages
French,
Gaelic,
German,
Spanish

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
181 reviews
100% Recommended
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Wonderful experience
Reviewed By Susan Z - Seattle WA | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
John was very professional and always available. He gave me great information and was open and honest. He didn't try to sell me anything but gave me great advice. I really enjoyed working with John and we spoke recently and he is helping me plan our next trip. I found John on a google search for travel agents and he was rated 5 stars. I have passed John's name and contact information to a lot of my friends. I can't say enough about how professional and friendly he is. Thanks for everything!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Germany trip and Bayern Munich game
Reviewed By Daniel - San Francisco CA | Traveled to Germany ~ Europe
The travel services John provided for our 12 day trip from California to Germany were exceptional.



The purpose of the trip was to visit Germany for the first time and take my son to his first professional German soccer game in Munich to see Bayern Munich.



John arranged outstanding tickets for the soccer game, excellent hotel accommodations, transportation, and day trips to tour the sites we wanted to see. Service was impeccable.



Many thanks!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Loved our trip to France
Reviewed By Linda - Portland OR | Traveled to France ~ Europe
John was super professional . He listened to the thoughts we had for our trip and was able to give us options that met all of our needs. We had a remarkable trip to France. I would highly recommend John for travel assistance.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Thank you so much!
Reviewed By Brenda M - Fresno CA | Traveled to Cabo San Lucas ~ Baja California Sur ~ Mexico
John was amazing and so helpful. All we knew is we wanted to go somewhere on a beach that would be all inclusive. John was very patient and was a great listener and he sent us several options in different countries that we could choose from for our trip. Once we made our decision on our destination, John set everything up for us from start to finish. We cannot thank him enough for making our trip one of the most memorable vacations we have ever had.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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We didn't have to worry about a thing
Reviewed By Tim B - Sacramento CA | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
John did a great job at organizing our vacation during a time we were nervous about traveling to Ireland. He is a total pleasure to work with, always being professional, courteous and friendly. Was constantly a step ahead with everything we needed, and with those things we didn't know we needed.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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