Love of Travel

We just returned from our second trip planned by Marette with Embrace Life Travel, and once again, she exceeded our expectations. Her firsthand knowledge of MSC Yacht Club and the destinations saved us money and stress. In fact, we have already booked our 3rd trip with Marette. We will not use anyone else. Highly recommend!

We absolutely loved the cruise. The room that Marette was able to book us was not only spacious but it was close to an elevator and had the best inside access. The balcany was perfect and we had a fully open ocean view. Marette made the planning of this all so easy and i wouldnt want to plan a trip like this without her help. Thanks again!

Marette was a fantastic travel planner. She handled everything from start to finish and had great communication throughout the process. Basically, I just showed up for the cruise and she handled the rest.

This is my second time using Marette for a vacation. We started out in Barcelona, where she got us a beautiful four bedroom condo from there. We went on an 11 day cruise on Holland America. She also provided us with a nice excursion into Croatia. We had numerous ports, delicious food. The ports were fabulous. And anything we need she went over and above to help us. There was four women traveling for my 70th birthday. Looking forward to booking another trip with her to Madrid and then to Portugal. I highly recommend her to plan out any vacation

We were booked on a trip on the MSC Seashore out of Port Canaveral and my wife wanted to upgrade us, as we don't get to leave town that often. Marette was continuously helpful regarding this. She answered multiple questions before the trip and during the trip. She absolutely knocked it out of the park with us. We had an amazing experience that would have been much harder without her guidance. Marette is an 'extra miler' and it seems so effortless for her. Thank you for the easiest trip of our lives!

Last minute trip but Marette didn’t miss a beat. Seamless experience and enjoyable experience.

Cannot recommend Marette enough. My office recently used her services to book a cruise for some of our agents. It was a very easy process and Marette saw things all the way though. :)

Amazing trip. Smooth booking and our team was upgraded. We all had a fantastic time.

This trip was absolutely unforgettable — a perfect mix of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery across some truly amazing countries. In Italy, I was blown away by the layers of history everywhere — from wandering through ancient ruins to getting lost in the buzz of lively piazzas. France had such a different energy — elegant, relaxed, and full of charm — where I could spend hours just people-watching from a café on a sunny boulevard. Croatia and Montenegro completely stole my heart with their natural beauty. The sparkling Adriatic coastline, peaceful national parks, and Montenegro’s dramatic fjords felt almost unreal. And then there was Barcelona — vibrant, colorful, and full of life, with its one-of-a-kind Catalan spirit and stunning Gaudí architecture (WOW) around every corner. Each place had its own magic, and together they made for a journey I’ll never forget.

Marette was recommended to me to help plan our work trip. She was able to coordinate our group of 10 seamlessly on the MSC Seashore. She even was able to get us free room upgrades. On top of getting all of us booked, at the last minute she helped getting some guests updated to ensure all of our team could go. Very friendly and helpful!!

Thank you so much for assisting us in planning our cruise. You made the process seamless and simple. We had an amazing time and will booking another cruise very soon.

Marette, help me plan my family vacation for 5 people, a 7 day cruise to Alaska. She was very easy to work with always quick to respond to all my questions and very knowledgeable .

Max and I absolutely loved having Marette as our travel agent! She was so kind and so amazing when it came to us needing something! She always responded on a timely manner which was great too! I highly recommend Marette as your travel agent!!

We had an overall great experience planning our vacation. Marette was very professional, knowledgeable and so much fun to work with. Thanks!!

Celebrating my husband’s milestone birthday this year meant fulfilling his long-time dream of going to Alaska. I reached out to Marette for her expertise in making this journey a reality. From our initial conversation, Marette listened to every detail, making sure she understood our desired destinations, special excursions, budget considerations, and all the details. She delivered some ideas even sooner than expected. When we got our itinerary, she reviewed it with us, answering questions or concerns we had. If she wasn’t sure of something, she reached out to Railbookers and got back with us quickly with answers. Marette’s genuine happiness for us was so sweet. Once we got home, we excitedly shared our experiences with her and let her know where we want to go next. Her proactive approach, and invaluable travel advice enhanced our journey.

Marette took the guesswork out of planning our trip to visit our son overseas. She also made us feel comfortable about the area we selected to stay by checking ratings and customer reviews. Marette made our travel so easy!

Of course! Here’s the revised review: I had a pleasant experience working with her. She was always prompt and friendly in her communication, making the planning process smooth. I appreciate her assistance!

Marette was super helpful in planning our cruise! She was quick to answer all our questions and we will book with her again soon!

Wow, what an unforgettable summer adventure our family had, thanks to Marette and her incredible planning! My husband, my son, and I took this trip to celebrate my son’s high school graduation and my 50th birthday, and it was the trip of a lifetime, bursting with joy and memories we’ll treasure forever. In Rome, the Viator tours she arranged were phenomenal. The Vatican, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Sistine Chapel were breathtaking, and the Colosseum and Roman Forum brought history to life. These experiences set the perfect tone for our journey. The Royal Caribbean cruise through the Greek Isles was pure magic! Sailing from Rome to Santorini, Ephesus, Mykonos, Naples, and back, every stop was a dream. The Santorini sunset cruise around the Caldera was the highlight—like a movie scene with golden skies and shimmering waters. The Ephesus tour, including the House of Mary and the Library of Celsus, was profoundly moving, and the Pompeii tour in Naples was historic and impactful, leaving

Marette was wonderful. Our ship was dry docked for an extra day. So our cruise started a day later. Marette helped in finding a room for the additional night. She also provided myself and my husband many recommendations for things to do at each and every Port. She knew what ports had trains because I was not a big fan of booking shore excursions off the ship. We like doing sightseeing on our own. Any questions we had she returned our calls and our emails promptly. I have booked another cruise ?? with her for my birthday with 3 other girls that are also using Marette. Very knowledgeable about sailing.

From beginning to end, all was smooth. Marette heard our needs and our wants and put it all together. All flights, connections, ship. tours, hotel and transfers were taken care of seamlessly. The most enjoyable and relaxing vacation ever. Thank you Marette for a Job well done,

Marette came through for us. I told her we wanted at least two weeks across Scotland and Ireland, but my major wish list was a trip to St. Andrews so my golfer husband could visit. And she definitely nailed it. She found several tours that took us there. We love working with Marette and will have several more excursions planned with her.

Marette helped us plan the best trip with our granddaughter. She booked our dinners and guided us to make great decisions about on-board activities. Can't wait for the next big trip.

Marette was wonderful and helped us plan our first cruise ever! We were truly blessed by her expertise and experience. We had a wonderful time on the Norwegian Getaway!!! We enjoyed seeing Cozumel, Roatan, Costa Maya, and Harvest Caye. We enjoyed our time relaxing, snorkeling, swimming with dolphins, exploring new areas, music, and the ocean view. Thank you Marette for this wonderful adventure and phenomenal memories!!!

I was looking for an amazing way to celebrate our 20th anniversary somewhere special and Marette delivered! I told her what I wanted (adults only, luxurious, tropical) and let her loose. She made wonderful suggestions and never hesitated when I wanted to see more options, change details, or had questions. I’ll definitely be using Marette for more trips to come.

I can't say enough great things about my experience with Marette! She helped me book a trip to Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana for my 50th birthday with my husband, and the entire process was absolutely seamless. She was incredibly helpful, always available to answer my questions, and made sure everything was taken care of. Her attention to detail and dedication made booking this special trip completely stress-free. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top-notch travel agent!

I reached out to Marrette to help me find the perfect place in the Orlando area. My teenage son was playing in a baseball tournament in the beginning of the week so I thought it would be a great opportunity to have my older son bring his family down and do Disney for my granddaughters 1st time! The choices Marrette found were all adequate but the one we settled on was perfect! A quaint 3/2 in a safe neighborhood with a community pool and playground. Nice sidewalks for morning or afternoon walks! The home was super clean and spacious enough for all to have our own space. I have booked several trips through Marrette for the future and so far the whole experience has been smooth and easy! That is the best combination for me due to a very busy regular life!

I was a bit nervous when my daughter chose Dollywood as a spring break spot. My husband, my 11 year old son and my 15 year old daughter spent a week there. Marette planned our trip and made our lives so easy! Honestly, we travel often and this was one of the best experiences we have ever had. There was something for everyone. The resort was top notch. The park was extremely fun for the kids and my husband. The shows, the decor and all things Dolly kept me thrilled the entire time. We didn't want to leave!

I cannot Thank Marette enough for arranging a wonderful 10 day Greek Isles Cruise on NCL the Pearl. The whole trip was amazing, and my husband and I had the best trip EVER! I have never done a trip like this and Marette was excellent on all her suggestions from excursions to do and booking us a room in the Haven on the ship! The best spot on the ship. So happy we did it! Thank you again for all the effort you put in to organizing our trip. We will be sure to recommend you to our friends and family. We loved every minute of our trip. We made so many new friends and looking forward to planning trips with you again. Many Thanks, Allison & Charlie

Our family decided to do a cruise for the first time. We were clueless of all the things to think about when deciding a cruise. Marette was an absolute gift and took care of everything!! She asked us what we were looking for and found multiple options for us to choose from. Talk about a weight taken off!! We’re grateful for Marette and plan to shop with her again for future cruises and family tris!!

We provided Marette an outline of our itinerary and she asked clarifying questions to be sure she understood our needs and wants. She then researched hotel and flight options to accommodate our plans. Once our hotels and flight choices were selected, she booked them. When we had trouble checking out of a hotel early and wanting a refund, Marette literally spent hours on the phone working with her provider and the hotel to find a resolution. After we returned, she followed up to see how things had gone.

I'm sure we were not the easiest couple to work with because we changed our minds so many times, but Marette was the consummate professional through it all. She was always quick to answer emails and text messages in a friendly and professional manner. She was also quick to answer phone calls with a smile in her voice. Marette is a smart, dedicated, customer focused travel agent and I would highly recommend her services. In our experience, she far exceeded our expectations.

Marette is an outstanding travel agent. With her expertise, we were able to plan the perfect vacation. She saved us countless hours of research and planning. I highly recommend utilizing her for all your travel plans!

Marette is such a professional! She gathered so much information for us from several different resorts. She was able to answer all our questions, plus some we didn't even think of. Marette is so thorough and always responds promptly to our requests. I highly recommend her to all my friends and family. We will definitely work with Marette for all our future travels.

We are back from our trip to Italy and wanted to send you a sincere thank you for helping us organize our trip. It was indeed the trip of a lifetime and we are so grateful and appreciative of the work you did to help make it so magical. You were spot on with all your recommendations. I see the incredible impact of an experienced and professional travel agent can have on a trip. We will be calling you soon to plan our next vacation.