Wonderful Peru Adventure!
Reviewed By Happy Travelers - Elmhurst, IL | Traveled to Peru | South America
We enjoyed a fabulous trip to Peru with the help of Brian! We put our trust in Brian to plan our trip to Peru and were so glad we did. Brian listened to our ideas then provided choices and additional options. He gave us great suggestions based on his experience. Brian did all of the booking and provided an extremely helpful itinerary with links even incorporating our restaurant reservations. We left with a great sense of preparedness and confidence on our first trip to South America. Highly recommend!
Brian Harder responded
"Dear Vince and Cindy. I am so glad to hear that your trip to Peru and Machu Picchu went well and that I was a part of your successful adventure. Knowing a client enjoyed their trip is the best reward a travel agent can have. I hope you will reach out in the future so we can create a wonderful experience for your next vacation. It was a pleasure to work with you!
Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic first trip to South America!
Reviewed By Mike - Kenosha WI | Traveled to Rio de Janeiro | Brazil | South America
My month long trip to Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, and Buenos Aires was an amazing trip of a lifetime. From the start Brian helped with airlines and provided multiple choices for places to stay. All the hotels I selected from Brian’s suggestions were in great locations and worked out perfectly. Brian also provided a list of things to do at each location and recommended tours. Before I left on the trip Brian provided a summary of my itinerary with all the airlines, hotels, suggested tours and things to do. I used this throughout the trip and easily booked tours I wanted to take by just clicking on the links provided. This made my day to day planning easy and I could just enjoy each day. Thank you Brian for all the help in planning this great trip!
Brian Harder responded
"Thank you, Mike, for the kind words. It was my pleasure to help you plan your trip. I'm so glad the itinerary made things easy for you and you were able to enjoy your month-long getaway. Mission accomplished I would say! I look forward to working with you again.
Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great short trip!
Reviewed By Go Cubs Go - Chicago | Traveled to Antigua | Guatemala | Central America
I wanted to visit Central America for a short 4 or 5 day trip just to get out a little during the winter. Brian suggested Antigua, Guatemala. He booked a nonstop from Chicago to Guatemala City and I had a hotel shuttle pick me up and take me to Antigua. Great city, great culture and history. I hiked a volcano, hiked the mountain that overlooks Antigua, and enjoyed the food and bars. It was the perfect getaway for the winter blues I was feeling.
Brian Harder responded
"It was a pleasure planning this trip for you, John. Let me know next time you want to get away! Brian---"
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Fun in the Desert Sun!
Reviewed By Jimmy - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Palm Springs | California | USA
I have never been to Palm Springs, but I know Brian has been and I asked him to help me plan a trip there for me and my partner. We stayed at a lovely hotel with a unique vibe. Brian was able to give us restaurant recommendations and suggested many places to visit off the beaten path. He told me he likes to explore places of interest by car and that is what we had in mind. So he helped us rent a car and went to 1000 Palms, Whitewater Preserve, Joshua Tree (of course), Pioneertown, The Living Desert Zoo, and took a drive around the San Jacinto mountains to Idyllwild. We are looking forward to going back and exploring more unique places. Thanks, Brian!
Brian Harder responded
"I'm so glad you enjoyed your trip, Jimmy, and thank yoou for the review. You know I will always be available to give you more great ideas for another trip to Palm Springs! Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing trip to Latin America
Reviewed By Jonathan - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
I was in search of finding a travel agent that could help me book a multi-destination solo trip to Latin America. While I initially considered planning it myself, someone encouraged me to work with a travel agent and I stumbled upon Brian's profile and ended up working with him. He helped me diligently plan the trip to three different countries. I wouldn't have been able to effectively do it without his services nor was I aware of where to go. Overall, I was very satisfied with the services Brian provided and will use him again for future travel!
Brian Harder responded
"I am so glad you enjoyed your trip to Central America. It was a pleasure working with you, Jonathan. I'm looking forward to working with you again. Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A travel agent who rocks!
Reviewed By R. and C. - Madison, WI | Traveled to Hilton Head Island ~ South Carolina ~ USA
Brian has been a wealth of resources and we have been thrilled to work with a professional travel agent who cares so much for client satisfaction. We've never been to Hilton Head before and Brian provided us with options, direct links, available discount codes, suggested tours and much more. He was sensitive to our budget and helped us find a great place to stay with all the amenities we wanted for a price that fell within that budget. Pretty sure we could not have done this without him. Thank you, Brian!
Brian Harder responded
"Thank you, Robin, for these nice words. I'm so glad you enjoyed your trip and that we were able to work through your last minute issue. I look forward to helping you again! Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great Trip
Reviewed By Jeff - Green Bay, WI | Traveled to San Diego ~ California ~ USA
Brian was very helpful. He had great suggestions. His assistance was very much appreciated!
Brian Harder responded
"Thank you, Jeff. I am glad your trip was enjoyable.
Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our Dream Honeymoon -- Come True!
Reviewed By Geoff and Andrew - Chicago, IL | Traveled to France ~ Europe
Brian was incredibly resourceful, creative, communicative and responsive! He took time to understand what we wanted out of our honeymoon trip, found the ideal transit/lodging solutions for our multi-destination honeymoon, and provided tons of information about local attractions and events. Working with him was a joy!
Brian Harder responded
"Thank you, Geoff. I am glad your trip was a success. I look forward to working with you again!
Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Long Weekend in Boston
Reviewed By Jana - Syracuse, NY | Traveled to Boston ~ Massachusetts ~ USA
I called on Brian who is an old friend because I heard he was working as a travel agent. My husband and I took an impromptu road trip to Boston for a long weekend, but didn't have a lot of time to plan what to do once we got there. Brian was able to get us a hotel room. And he sent us some recommendations for tours we could take. We were able to book those online in a matter of minutes. We took a tour of Fenway Park and a walking tour of the historic downtown. Great recommendations.
Brian Harder responded
"It was so nice to catch up and work with you, Jana, on your Boston adventure. I look forward to working with you again.
Brian---"
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Brazil or Bust
Reviewed By Janice - Naperville, IL | Traveled to Brazil ~ South America
We went to Brazil this year and had a wonderful time. We took our time booking our trip and even changed our destination a few times but Brian was very patient with us while we tried to figure out where we wanted to go. We settled on Brazil and everything was great! Brian made luxurious hotel reservations for us and gave us some amazing ideas for things to do while we were there.
Brian Harder responded
"I'm glad it all worked out for you, Janice. It was a pleasure and I'm thrilled you had a good time. Hope to work with you again in the future.
Brian---"
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Great Customer Service
Reviewed By Bill - McArthur, CA | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
I've traveled the world using multiple travel agents.
This year we tried a new agent. Brian exceeded our expectations. Not only did he book our trip and travel insurance, but he communicated with us throughout the trip. As elderly travelers, we appreciated knowing we had Brian as a resource while we were vacationing in a foreign country. A naturally friendly individual, Brian practices excellent customer service and we look forward to using him again.
Brian Harder responded
"Thank you kindly, Bill, for this nice review. It was a pleasure helping you feel secure on this trip to Puerto Vallarta. Let me know when I can help you in the future. My best to Katharine Ann,
Brian---"
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So easy to work with!
Reviewed By Maggie Bee - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA
Brian was very responsive and provided a long list of options for our review. He had some great ideas and tailored them for the time we had on each island.
Brian Harder responded
"It was my pleasure assisting you, Maggie, and I'm glad you had a good time. I'd love to help you plan your whole vacation adventure next time! :-)
Brian---"
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A weekend we won't forget!
Reviewed By Betty - Ames, IA | Traveled to Chicago ~ Illinois ~ USA
Our weekend getaway to Chicago was flawlessly planned by Brian! Every detail, from the centrally located hotel to the personalized itinerary that included iconic sights and hidden gems, everything was perfect. We don’t get out of Iowa much, so having a local like Brian plan the trip for us was ideal! We are a meat and potatoes couple, but he gave us great dining recommendations that have kindled a desire for more culinary exploration. The highlight was the architectural boat tour on the Chicago River. The views were stunning, and our guide knew everything about the buildings and Chicago's rich history. Thanks to Brian, our weekend was unforgettable. His professionalism, attention to detail, and personalized approach made all the difference.
Brian Harder responded
"Betty, I am so glad your trip was as nice as you had hoped for. Chicago is lovely and it was a pleasure working with you. I'd be happy to work with you in the future!
Brian---"
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Our trip to Peru
Reviewed By Mark - Springfield, IL | Traveled to Peru ~ South America
Brian was great. He responded to us almost immediately and from that first conversation, we knew we were in good hands. He helped us with our travel plans to Peru and Machu Picchu. He had been there before, so we felt like he was able to provide us with insider knowledge. The trip was fabulous with stops in Lima, Cusco, and of course, Machu Picchu, which was a highlight. I don’t know if we would have hiked up to Huayna Picchu if Brian hadn’t highly recommended/encouraged it, but we’re glad we did. Overall, it was a great trip and Brian planned it very well. We will use him again in the future.
Brian Harder responded
"I'm so glad your trip was enjoyable, Mark. After discussing your expectations for the trip, I knew you'd enjoy some of the recommendations I offered you. My best to you and Steven and I look forward to helping you both plan your next adventure.
Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic San Diego Getaway
Reviewed By Bill and Jonathan - Aurora, IL | Traveled to San Diego ~ California ~ USA
Brian was incredibly attentive to our needs and preferences, making our getaway to San Diego memorable and special. We stayed at Inn on The Park , a nice, LGBTQ-friendly hotel near Hillcrest. It was the perfect landing place for our getaway. We explored the neighborhoods and visited Mount Soledad in La Jolla for the best view of the entire area. We loved Old Town. The restaurant recommendations were spot on, even ensuring that our anniversary was communicated to one restaurant in advance. Highlights include the romantic sunset cruise around San Diego Bay and the San Diego Zoo.
The attention to detail and personal touches that Brian added were the best. Everything felt personalized and considerate. Brian was responsive to us and we always felt we had support when we needed it. We could not have asked for a better experience and are already looking forward to planning our next adventure with Brian. We highly recommended him for anyone looking for a personalized, stress-free, experience
Brian Harder responded
"Bill and Jonathan...thank you for letting me plan your anniversary trip. I'm glad it was special for you both. I hope I can be of assistance for all your future travel needs as well.
Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Brian Made It Happen!
Reviewed By Fanny - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
I work for a large telecommunications advertising business. Brian was instrumental in helping me to plan our annual client trip. This one was to Costa Rica. I was pregnant and about to have my child and go on maternity leave. Brian took over and handled all the details so very well. He took care of booking all of our guests’ travel arrangements, including extended stays for some. They stayed at the Four Seasons Peninsula, Papagayo. He arranged transportation from the airport and for the excursions. He booked dinner destinations, a beach party, golf days, spa days, a zipline adventure, hired a photographer, and so much more. He booked meeting rooms for our employees. He arranged for nightly gifts to be left in our client’s suites. He then attended the trip so that no detail would be forgotten. The clients and employees raved about the trip. He was an invaluable resource for me while I was out, and I would recommend him to anyone worried about details. Brian knows how to cover it all.
Brian Harder responded
"Hi Fanny. I had such a nice time planning this trip for your clients and I'm glad it went off without a hitch (except for that storm which we couldn't predict...LOL.) Being there really made all the difference and I must say, your clients know how to have a good time!
My best to you and little Lizbeth. If you need help again, please feel free to reach out.
Brian---"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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