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Melanie Lisby, Travel Agent in Winter Haven, FL

Melanie Lisby

Winter Haven, FL Travel Agent
Super Agent

Melanie Lisby

Winter Haven, FL · 2 Years of Experience

Choose Joy Adventures, an independent agent with Inteletravel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(16)
100% Recommended
When my partner and I decided that we wanted to take our first cruise, we chose Melanie to help planning for us. As a couple, we... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic

Interests:

River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Hosted Cruises, Arts & Culture, Food & Wine

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Viking, Avalon Waterways

About Me

Melanie at the Floralia Flower Show (AmaWaterways)
Melanie at the Floralia Flower Show (AmaWaterways)

They say ocean cruising takes you to counties but river cruising takes you through them - and I heartily agree. 

There is truly nothing like river cruising - and I'd love to help you experience it. Unpack once, see multiple countries, port intensive, incredible food and service. 

Whether it's the Dutch Waterways for Tulip Time, the Danube or the Rhine, let me make your river cruising adventures a reality. 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
16 reviews
100% Recommended
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Curated Cruise for a Couple
Reviewed By MGHartWriter - NYC, NY | Traveled to Bimini Islands | Bahamas | Caribbean
When my partner and I decided that we wanted to take our first cruise, we chose Melanie to help planning for us. As a couple, we are particular about a couple of things. We don’t find children relaxing. We enjoy Peter art nerdy, using with a little bit of clubbing and excitement. From these specifications, Melanie was able to pick a cruise line, Virgin voyages, that suited our needs perfectly allowing us to be set for the most successful of cruises for us.
Melanie Lisby responded
"Thank you so much, Michael & Peter! I can't wait for all your future adventures!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Exceptional Service - High Recommend!
Reviewed By Jess - Jasper, IN | Traveled to Pigeon Forge | Tennessee | USA
If you’re looking for someone who is organized, responsive, and truly passionate about helping people travel well, I cannot recommend Melanie enough. I will absolutely be using them again and encouraging friends and family to do the same!
Melanie Lisby responded
"Thank you so much, Jessie! Here's to many more adventures to come!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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An epic Alaskan adventure!
Reviewed By Isabel - Greenbelt, MD | Traveled to Alaska | USA
Melanie helped me plan an epic Alaskan adventure across 4 cities and a cruise. She helped me push my boundaries in all the right ways, adjusted when I made a request, and helped rebook what ended up being the best tour of my trip when my reservation was canceled. It was nice not to have to consider all the details.
Melanie Lisby responded
"Thank you so much, Isabel! I can't wait for all the adventures yet to come!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trips to Sicily/Rome/Hong Kong/Vietnam/Thailand
Reviewed By BenDov - New York, NY | Traveled to Sicily | Italy | Europe
Melanie made excellent arrangements for tours and transportation at all of these locations.
Melanie Lisby responded
"Thank you so much, Moses & Betty! Here's to more adventures to come!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fabulous Travel Agent
Reviewed By Hugefan8008 - Middletown, NY | Traveled to Athens | Greece | Europe
Melanie goes out of her way to make sure your needs are met and gives peace of mind when making travel arrangements. She made excellent suggestions and worked with me when I expressed my interests. I will only use Melanie as my travel agent. Very pleased.
Melanie Lisby responded
"Thank you, Anita!!!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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AmaWaterways Specialist - Level 5
CLIA - CCC
River Cruise Specialist - CLIA
Travel Genius - Inteletravel

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When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.

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My Travel Stories

The AmaStella ready to board!

Dutch Waterways River Cruise with AmaWaterways

Recently I had the joy of sailing the Dutch Waterways with AmaWaterways on their Tulip Time itinerary - one not to be missed!  We were the first sailing of the season which meant we were afforded some backstage VIP tours as some things weren't officially open for the season yet - like the Floralia Flower Show! The owner of the castle wher...
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