AmaWaterways - River Cruise Specialist

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Randall Self, Travel Agent in Chicago, IL

Randall Self

Chicago, IL Travel Agent
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Randall Self

Chicago, IL · 8 Years of Experience

An independent agent with Avoya Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Europe, Danube, Rhine River, Seine River, Douro River

Interests:

River Cruises, Food & Wine, European Culture, Christmas Markets, Castles & Cathedrals

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways, Viking, Tauck, Kensington

About Me

Bikers wave to the AmaWaterways ship
Bikers wave to the AmaWaterways ship

One of the best ways to explore the European continent is through river cruising. Oceans take you to countries; rivers take you through them. You only need to unpack once while visiting grand capitals and charming villages alike. AmaWaterways was awarded "Best River Cruise Line" by Cruise Critic in 2024 as well as the Forbes "Best European River Cruise For Active Travelers" award. They also have special itineraries through partnerships with Smithsonian Journeys and Disney Adventures.

AmaWaterways is a family-owned and operated company that has remained focused on providing unforgettable travel experiences for over two decades. I am an Avoya Travel Academy Certified River Cruise Specialist and I have worked with AmaWaterways since 2019.

 

 

WHY AMAWATERWAYS?

  • All excursions are included with up to eight each day.
  • Award-winning included dining experiences internationally recognized by La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs and Tables et Auberges de France.
  • Complimentary, unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks during lunch and dinner, as well as sparkling wine and fresh-squeezed juices during breakfast.
  • The luxury of space with less than 160 passengers onboard resulting in 20% more space than some river cruise lines.
  • Enhance your best self with complimentary small-group fitness classes, healthy cuisine, and an onboard spa.
  • Unparalleled personalized service from the professionally trained crew, who always go above and beyond so you have a memorable experience.
  • Warm-hearted, genuine and knowledgeable, the extraordinary cruise managers are there for you every step of your journey, including during the optional land packages.
  • Innovative experience with twin-balcony cabins, complimentary bikes, and a full-sized pickleball court.
  • Stay connected with high-quality complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the fleet.

Where can I travel with AmaWaterways in Europe?

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Bulgaria
  • Croatia
  • Czech Republic
  • France
  • Germany
  • Hungary
  • Luxembourg
  • Netherlands
  • Portugal
  • Romania
  • Serbia
  • Slovakia
  • Spain
  • Switzerland

There are also river cruise options available on the Nile River in Egypt, the Magdalena River in Colombia, and the Chobe River in Africa. In addition to AmaWaterways, I work with all the major river cruise suppliers to find the right cruise for you.

Sounds interesting? Call me at 833-404-7914 and get started today!

You can also visit my AmaWaterways webpage at: https://www.amawaterways.com/agent/randallself

 

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Additional Languages
Portuguese

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
32 reviews
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Greek Pilgrimage
Reviewed By KennyB - Jacksboro, TN | Traveled to Turkey | Europe
He found us a great trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Pleasant and Prompt Service
Reviewed By EBKF - Shallotte, NC | Traveled to Canada
Randall provides prompt service, does his research for the best deals and is easy to work with. I have already shared his info with friends who have also used him for travel plans. We have been working with Randall since 2019.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great Trip
Reviewed By Karl - Atlanta, GA | Traveled to Paris | France | Europe
Randall was very helpful and Knowledgeable.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Family Trip to France
Reviewed By Family Trip to France - Parkland, FL | Traveled to Provence | France | Europe
Randall did a fantastic job helping us plan our trip to France for our family -my husband, 2 young-adult kids & myself. He found a great special for our river cruise, which worked perfectly with our schedule. He also assisted with our air travel, transfers, and train tickets to Paris at the end of the cruise. He was always incredibly responsive and easy to communicate with. We would highly recommend him!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Couldn’t Have Done It Without the Help!
Reviewed By Danna - New Braunfels, TX | Traveled to Scotland | Europe
### Randall was amazing to work with! My sister has used him for past trips and recommended I reach out for my Europe trip, and I’m so glad I did. We only had about two months to plan, I wanted to visit three different countries, and our family’s travel plans kept changing. On top of that, I can be pretty picky, which I'm sure made things even more complicated! Despite all of that, Randall pulled everything together perfectly. He gave us advice on what to see and do, handled all the last-minute changes, and made the whole process way smoother than if I had tried to do it on my own. When my parents left and I stayed behind, he continued helping me plan while I was already overseas, which made such a difference. I really appreciated his flexibility, guidance, and support throughout the whole trip to Italy, Republic of Ireland, and Scotland. I’d absolutely recommend working with Randall to anyone planning their next trip, and I’ll definitely be reaching out again in the future!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
ATA Certified River Cruise Specialist

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    Client Testimonials

    Wonderful Planning
    Randall Self was wonderful gathering information for me, many options for a only Possible trip. He promptly responded to each question and planned several versions of a trip that each sounded wonderful.
    Ginny H.
    Excellent Agent
    Randall Self was excellent! He answered questions quickly. He also was very knowledgeable about the Oceana cruise lines.
    Jean M.
    Cancelled Trip
    Fantastic customer service. Had problems and spouse couldn’t go and we cancelled. Everything was taken care.
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    Full Service Agent
    Randall Self has been a very helpful and knowledgeable travel agent. He booked our plane, tour, extra day’s accommodations and transportation. He also sent us links for places to visit on our own while in Rome and Paris. He also booked those excursions for us. It is our second trip booking with Randall and we would definitely use him again.
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    Hard Worker
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    Rhine Cruise
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    Rhine River Group
    We are working with Randall Self and he has been amazing with all his information. He is very patient with first time river cruise questions.
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    Rome to Paris
    Randall Self has been a very helpful and knowledgeable travel agent. He booked our plane, tour, extra day’s accommodations and transportation. He also sent us links for places to visit on our own while in Rome and Paris. He also booked those excursions for us. It is our second trip booking with Randall and we would definitely use him again.
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    Avalon on the Danube
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