Lisa Colleen Carter, Travel Agent in Ottawa, ON

Lisa Colleen Carter

Ottawa, ON Travel Agent

Lisa Colleen Carter

Ottawa, ON

Intralingo Travel, an independent agent with Nexion CA, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(9)
100% Recommended
Lisa worked with our family for several months to find us the "perfect" getaway on the beach during March break. Travelling at peak time (school... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Peru, Mexico, South America, Central America, Europe

Interests:

Groups, Solo Travel, Literature, Women's Travel, Arts & Culture

Suppliers:

Exoticca, G Adventures, Insight Vacations, Tauck

About Me

More than sightseeing. Travel with meaning.

Hello! I’m Lisa, a travel advisor and cultural connector with over a decade of experience living abroad, and a lifetime of exploring our beautiful world. I offer the insider access and Spanish fluency needed to move you beyond the top-ten lists and into the heart of Latin America. Specializing in Peru and Mexico (with good knowledge of most of Central and South America), as well as Small Group Journeys, I curate itineraries that prioritize authenticity, enrichment, and ease. By leveraging my deep networks, I open doors to genuine local experiences you simply won’t find online. When you work with me, you offload the onerous logistics to a stickler for detail, ensuring a seamless journey that respects local communities. I’ll be your dedicated advocate, ensuring you don’t just see a destination—you connect with it and return home a little bit changed.
Additional Languages
Spanish

My Travel Specialties

Specialist in Purposeful Travel

Specialist in Purposeful Travel
More than sightseeing. Travel with meaning. Hello! I’m Lisa, and I help curious, thoughtful travelers explore the world through personalized journeys that prioritize authenticity, enrichment, and ease. I understand that you seek more than just a vacation; you want travel t...Read More ▶

Peru Expert

Peru Expert
I have a profound connection to Peru and its people, having lived there for seven years. My passion is helping curious, thoughtful travelers like you move beyond the checklist to explore the heart and soul of this extraordinary place. With fluent Spanish and hyper-local insight, I can design a cu...Read More ▶

Latin America Specialist

Latin America Specialist
Latin America is another of my great loves, a passion ignited by the year I spent living in Mexico. I've traveled extensively through that incredible country, as well as a long-stay in Costa Rica, backpacking through Guatemala, Honduras, and Belize, and in-depth explorations of Bolivia and Chile ...Read More ▶

Small Group Journeys

Small Group Journeys
For over thirty years, I’ve participated in and led all kinds of groups: writing, translation, creativity, tai chi, and world literature book clubs. I’m a skilled facilitator and love witnessing the individual learning and mutual understanding that grow whenever people come together in community....Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
9 reviews
100% Recommended
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Riu Negril c/o Superwoman, Lisa
Reviewed By CTrott - Negril (Riu Negril) | Traveled to Jamaica | Caribbean
Lisa worked with our family for several months to find us the "perfect" getaway on the beach during March break. Travelling at peak time (school holiday) is always expensive and the options are overwhelming. We asked Lisa to help us find our perfect resort within a budget and prioritizing our must-haves. Lisa did not disappoint; she provided many options openly and with kindness; we never felt pressured nor did we feel bad about saying no to an option in the hopes that she'd dig further for us. She really genuinely dug around, always keeping budget and wish list top of mind, to find our gem. And she was so very successful; in an effort to avoid any risk of sargassum during March break, we decided on Negril in Jamaica and everything was amazing!
Lisa Colleen Carter responded
"I'm so thrilled to hear this was the perfect resort for your family! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The Best First Step of A Long Journey...
Reviewed By M - Canada | Traveled to Europe
Review by Michael, Canada 2026 Travel to France, Spain, Portugal Lisa Colleen Carter provides personalized service with attention to detail and on-going support. She has exceptional communication skills. She is professional and knowledgable. Her suggestions saved me time, money, backtracking, and avoided a major air terminal hub. The website she uses is easy to navigate and provides realtime updates. I will call upon Lisa Colleen Carter for future travel planning. Thank you Lisa. Michael
Lisa Colleen Carter responded
"I'm so happy to have helped you on this next Camino de Santiago trip, and can't wait to hear all about it when you're back!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best Travel Agent
Reviewed By Jane - Porto, Coimbra, Nazare, Lagos | Traveled to Portugal | Europe
Lisa was absolutely instrumental in preparing my trip to Portugal. She worked with my needs and wants and enlightened me with answers to questions I didn’t know I had. Lisa’s focus and attention to detail, her travel expertise, professionalism and kindness surpassed anyone else I had worked with. I highly recommend Lisa as your go to travel expert!
Lisa Colleen Carter responded
"It's always a pleasure to interact with you, Jane, and it was especially rewarding to help you with your long-awaited trip to Portugal!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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We're all set to go!
Reviewed By debliz2 - Ottawa, Ontario | Traveled to Mexico
It's been so great working with you. Your suggestions, advice and thoughtful feedback have been very valuable and much appreciated. And your personal knowledge of Mexico has provided us insight into travel there, especially to CDMX. Thanks again for all your efforts!
Lisa Colleen Carter responded
"I'm so happy to have helped and just know you're going to appreciate all that fabulous CDMX has to offer!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Excellent!
Reviewed By Ange - Ottawa | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta | Jalisco | Mexico
Lisa pro-actively managed of all of our arrangements with professionalism and care. She provided additional tips, resources, apps and guidance to enhance our travel experience prior to and during our vacation. She was very responsive and available whenever we needed her and checked in with us before and after our return. Excellent service! Thank you Lisa
Lisa Colleen Carter responded
"Such a pleasure to help you, Ange!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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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

Peru
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    My Travel Stories

    Lisa and Shipibo shaman on an Amazon river cruise

    How to Choose Your Perfect Peru Jungle Experience

    Iquitos? Puerto Maldonado? Chachapoyas and Tarapoto? If you’ve been wondering which part of Peru’s Amazon is best for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure, the answer all depends on the vibe you seek. There is a specific moment in the Amazon—just before dawn or right at dusk—where the sounds shift, they amplify. ...
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    Client Testimonials

    Amazing
    Wow, you are amazing to have picked up on [my birthday]...and everything! Not sure if your ears have been ringing, but we have been bragging about you. It is so nice to be heading out on our trip and have everything taken care of and organized.
    Carrie, BC
    Care and Consideration
    It was a lovely experience working with Lisa Colleen Carter on our trip to Jamaica. We are grateful for her care and consideration in targeting our priorities.
    Chris T., Toronto, Ontario
    Skilled and reliable travel agent
    I am pleased to offer my highest recommendation for Lisa Colleen Carter, our travel agent. Throughout our experience, Lisa demonstrated exceptional service and professionalism. She expertly managed several changes to our travel plans, always responding promptly and ensuring that our needs were met with efficiency and care. Lisa’s dedication and attention to detail made our travel arrangements seamless and enjoyable. I wholeheartedly endorse her services to anyone seeking a skilled and reliable travel agent.
    Jacquie W., Ottawa, Ontario
    Best travel agent ever
    Lisa Colleen Carter arranged two trips for us – one to Peru and another to Scotland. She did an excellent job, looking after all the details and bookings, found us airfare deals, and gave us a detailed itinerary with all information in one place that was accessible from my phone. Both trips went off without a hitch but I knew that should something unexpected happen, Lisa was just a phone call or text away. Her attention to detail is phenomenal and I could relax knowing she had done all the hard work for us! Best travel agent ever.
    Wendy and Raymond M, Edmonton, Canada
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