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Nikki Beranak
Apple Valley, MN Travel Agent
A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
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Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Puerto Rico, Andorra, Italy, Cairo, AmsterdamInterests:
Adventure, Cruises, River Cruises, Solo Travel, Bucket ListSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, G Adventures, National Geographic Expeditions, Princess Cruises®, Avalon WaterwaysAbout Me
Italy, Australia, & Adventure Travel Specialist
One of my greatest joys is experiencing different cultures and landscapes throughout the world, as well as making new friends along the way! I consider it an incredible gift to help others do the same.
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Puerto Rico, Andorra, Italy, Cairo, AmsterdamInterests:
Adventure, Cruises, River Cruises, Solo Travel, Bucket ListSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, G Adventures, National Geographic Expeditions, Princess Cruises®, Avalon WaterwaysMy Travel Specialties
Specialist in adventure travel
▶Specialist in adventure travel
Hi, I'm Nikki!
As an adventure traveler myself, one of my greatest passions is helping my clients plan their own once-in-a-lifetime, bucket-list experiences! I’m a travel advisor based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota (Minneapolis and St. Paul), and I’ve had the incredible privilege of expl...Read More ▶
La Dolce Vita - Italian Vacation Specialist
▶La Dolce Vita - Italian Vacation Specialist
Certified by the Italian Board of Tourism, I love to help travelers plan personalized, immersive trips throughout Italy! While living in Arco, Italy, I got a real taste of local life—exploring cities across the Trentino-Alto Adige region, learning the ins and outs of public transportation, and en...Read More ▶
Independent travel - Custom, flexible itineraries
▶Independent travel - Custom, flexible itineraries
Ever since I was a child, I’ve been captivated by the idea of exploring new places! I would spend countless hours researching destinations, dreaming of far-off adventures, and even crafting detailed itineraries for the day I might finally get to visit. That passion for discovering the world and p...Read More ▶
Puerto Rico - Plan with a proud Boricua
▶Puerto Rico - Plan with a proud Boricua
The word "boricua" is proudly used to describe someone from Puerto Rico or someone of Puerto Rican descent. With my mom being a native Puerto Rican, this is a word I've heard a lot throughout my life, and it's one I'm incredibly proud to get to use when describing myself!
I’ve visited Puer...Read More ▶
Bucket-List Adventure Travel with G Adventures
▶Bucket-List Adventure Travel with G Adventures
Whether traveling 7 days or 70, visiting Europe or Antarctica, touring museums or diving with sharks, G Adventures has something for everyone! With small groups, local guides, and flexible itineraries, they provide authentic experiences which allow you to experience each destination in its entire...Read More ▶
More than Pyramids - Cairo Travel Specialist
▶More than Pyramids - Cairo Travel Specialist
In the summer of 2022, I spent two months living in downtown Cairo. During my time there, I was fully immersed in the local lifestyle—exploring iconic landmarks, trying traditional Egyptian dishes, volunteering at churches and schools, and connecting with locals and refugees through home visits.<...Read More ▶
Big Cities, National Parks, & More - U.S. Travel
▶Big Cities, National Parks, & More - U.S. Travel
My senior year of high school, I enrolled in online classes so I could spend my final semester road-tripping across the United States with my sister and cousin. I was put in charge of creating our year-long, 50-state itinerary, and I spent about as much time planning the trip as I did studying fo...Read More ▶
A place that stole my heart: The Galápagos Islands
▶A place that stole my heart: The Galápagos Islands
The Galápagos Islands are at the top of my list of places to revisit! From stunning volcanic landscapes and beautiful beaches to wildlife you won’t find anywhere else on Earth, every day feels like a new adventure.
Made famous by Charles Darwin’s groundbreaking research on evoluti...Read More ▶
Trekking the White Continent
▶Trekking the White Continent
As a specialist in Antarctic expedition cruises, I love helping travelers plan unforgettable journeys to one of the most extraordinary destinations on Earth. From choosing the right expedition ship and itinerary to understanding the best time to visit for wildlife, photography, and adventure, I'm...Read More ▶
River Cruising - Where Adventure and Luxury Meet
▶River Cruising - Where Adventure and Luxury Meet
If you love the idea of being immersed in multiple destinations while only having to unpack your suitcase once, river cruising may be the perfect form of travel for you! With itineraries that explore stunning places like South America, Europe, and Asia in depth, you'll get to experience the cultu...Read More ▶
Royal Caribbean Specialist
▶Royal Caribbean Specialist
As a Royal Caribbean Certified specialist, I have had the incredible honor of attending multiple Seminars at Sea with the cruise line. One of these sailings includes the Ovation of the Seas' first ever sailing of the California coast in June of 2025. With hours of training, multiple certification...Read More ▶
18-thirtysomethings - Young adult adventure travel
▶18-thirtysomethings - Young adult adventure travel
In June 2025, I had the incredible privilege of traveling to the Galápagos Islands on one of G Adventures’ 18-to-Thirtysomethings itineraries. Not only was this a dream destination for me, but it was also a bucket-list travel style!
One of my favorite aspects of travel is sharing unforgett...Read More ▶
REVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
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100% Recommended
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Reviewed By Travelove - Burnsville MN | Traveled to Bali | Indonesia | East and Southeast Asia
Service from Nikki was perfect.
Nikki Beranak responded
"Thank you so much! It was a pleasure working with you.
-Nikki"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing Customer Service
Reviewed By Nancy - Minnesota | Traveled to New York (La Guardia) | New York | USA
I forgot my Broadway tickets at home. I thought for sure I was gonna miss the opportunity to go to my first Broadway Play, on Broadway but Nikki worked her magic! I was able to see The Great Gatsby which by the way was FANTASTIC!
Nikki Beranak responded
"Thank you so much, Nancy! I'm so happy you had a wonderful time in New York, and I'm thrilled that we could help make your dream of seeing a Broadway show come true! -Nikki"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic trip with the family!
Reviewed By ERistow - Farmington, MN | Traveled to Florence | Italy | Europe
Nikki did an amazing job while trying to coordinate multiple people for this trip. We had a few challenges with whether this trip could even happen, and Nickie kept in touch and communicated every step of the way. The trip itself was amazing with great options for the diverse group traveling. Nikki and her team came up with fabulous suggestions and accommodated our requests. It was the trip of a lifetime! I have recommended Nikki and Travel Leaders to several people already and will continue to do so.
Nikki Beranak responded
"It was such a joy working with you and your family on your trip! I am so glad it worked out for all of you to go, and I am greatly honored that you have already recommended the agency and me to your other friends and family. I look forward to assisting you again soon!
- Nikki"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trip of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By SandySue - Farmington MN | Traveled to Florence | Italy | Europe
From the first day we met with Nikki to begin our planning until the day we arrived home from our trip of a lifetime, Nikki was there for us. Nikki arranged our airfare, our airport to hotel transportation, our excursions…you name it, Nikki was there listening, working with the travel group in Italy, checking in with us, always available. Nikki is a kind, quietly efficient agent whose goal is to help make all go smoothly. From our cruise on the Arno River in Florence to our cooking class in the Chianti region of Tuscany, our trip was special. I have told several friends about the excellent service we experienced with Nikki Beranak and Travel Leaders - Galaxy Travel. Nikki helped us plan a trip that involved my entire family - daughters, sons in law and adult grandchildren - a very special trip. My husband and I celebrated our 60th anniversary and our 80th birthdays on this trip. So many precious memories. Thank you, Nikki.
Nikki Beranak responded
"It was an absolute pleasure working with you and your family, Sandra! After over a year of dreaming and planning together, I was ecstatic to hear that your trip was everything you could have imagined! You and your daughter were a joy to collaborate with, and I can't wait to assist with your next family adventure!
Thank you so much -Nikki"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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NYC
Reviewed By TravelGuy55 - Minneapolis, MN | Traveled to New York (La Guardia) | New York | USA
Nikki helped us book our air and hotel for a NYC trip, she was professional and knowledgeable. She made sure our accommodations were exactly what we were looking. She was such a joy to work with we will definitely reach out to her for our next trip.
Nikki Beranak responded
"I am so thrilled we were able to find the flights and hotel that perfectly fit what you were looking for. It was lovely working with you, as well, and I look forward to assisting with your next adventure soon!
- Nikki"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards





AmaWaterways Specialist

Avalon Waterways Specialist

Cosmos Certified Specialist

Globus family of brands Specialist

Hurtigruten Expeditions Certified Agent
UnCruise Certified Adventurist
Certified Italy Destination Specialist
Royal Caribbean certified specialist
Certified Ama Waterways specialist
Certified Australia Destination Specialist
Certified Avalon Waterways specialist
Certified New Zealand Destination Specialist
Certified South Africa Destination Specialist
Certified Norway Destination Specialist
My Places
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.
My Photo Albums and Videos
ASTA River Cruise Expo '26
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Pacific Coast Highway roadtrip
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Trekking Washington State
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Exploring the Southwest
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Visiting family in Puerto Rico
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Living in Cairo
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A month in Albania
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Living in Italy
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Galapagos Islands with G Adventures
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Peru with Globus
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Independent travel: Spain and France 2025
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My Travel Stories
My Itineraries
Spain, Andorra, France, and Monaco in 9 days
Destinations visited
Andorra, France, Italy, Monaco, Spain
Suggested Duration
9 Days
Client Testimonials
Italy Family Trip
I did not work directly with Nikki. My wife and my daughter did that. However, listening to them talk about how reassuring and supportive Nikki was in helping make our family trip to Italy a reality, I can say Nikki is pretty darn amazing. I appreciated how timely she kept all invoices coming with documentation. And being on the receiving end of all that was planned and executed for us on our trip, I want Nikki to know how much she is appreciated. We had a great trip…all 9 of us.
John P, MN
Family trip to Tuscany
I want to give a huge thank you to Nikki Beranak for all that she did for me and my family in planning our trip to Florence Italy. From the very beginning of our planning until the day we returned, Nikki was there. If i had a question or needed help, Nikki was there. Nikki listened to my thoughts and offered support as well as suggestions. I leaned on her experience and expertise. Nikki put together what truly was a trip of a lifetime for my family. She and the travel team in Italy she coordinated with were great. Nikki and her colleagues are professional, supportive, attentive, approachable and dependable. I appreciate Nikki so much. This trip went beyond my expectations. It was magical. Thank you Nikki!!
Sandra P, MN