About Velita Burnett

Proprietress of Purple Leo Travel | Curating refined travel experiences, group getaways, and luxury destinations

Professional Background

Velita Burnett is a retired federal employee with 42 years of service and the friendly, professional Proprietress of Purple Leo Travel (PLT). PLT is an online global travel business specializing in purr-fect, personalized travel experiences, refined travel amenities, curated group adventures, and luxury destinations for discerning travelers.

Credentials

Velita has completed travel advisor training and specialty certifications that support her luxury travel planning expertise, including:·       

• Accredited Cruise Counselor (ACC), Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), Washington, DC·       
• Xstream Travel Advisor (XTA), Xstream Travel University, Allen, TX·       
• Virgin Voyages First Mate Gold Tier Certification·       
• Certified Specialist, World of Hyatt All Inclusive Confident Collective·       
• ALG Vacations PRO Travel Advisor Specialist Certification·       
• Jamaica Specialist, Jamaica Tourist Board·       
• Saint Lucia Specialist, Recommend Magazine’s Member Education Center, Hialeah, FL
• Florida's Paradise Coast Specialist·       
• Travel and Tourism Certificate Program, Prince George’s Community College, Upper Marlboro, MD

Travel Inspiration

Velita’s passion for luxury travel is rooted in meaningful personal experiences. She and her spouse renewed their 25th wedding vows on the powdery white sand beach at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort and Spa, surrounded by clear aquamarine waters. The celebration was so memorable that they marked their 30th anniversary on the glistening South Frigate Bay Beach, along the calm Caribbean Sea on the pristine island of Saint Kitts.

Personal Note

Velita has been happily married to Tony Burnett for more than 37 years. Together, they are empty nesters, with two sons, two daughters-in-love, four grandchildren. Closing Inspiration“Experience as much of this world’s beauty, culture, and luxury as you possibly can.”