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Matt Wahlgren, Travel Agent in Livingston, TX

Matt Wahlgren

Livingston, TX Travel Agent
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Matt Wahlgren

Livingston, TX · 12 Years of Experience

Matt Travel, an independent agent with KHM Travel Group, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(56)
100% Recommended
Matt helped us out with combining a cruise in French Polynesia with pre and post cruise land options. Specifically he arranged our stay in Moorea... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Netherlands, Spain, Croatia, Paris, Rome

Interests:

European Culture, River Cruises, Cruises, Luxury, Luxury Cruises

Suppliers:

Avalon Waterways, Globus, AmaWaterways, Viking, Celebrity Cruises

About Me

AmaMagna River Cruise Ship on the Danube
AmaMagna River Cruise Ship on the Danube

My career in travel began as a hobby. After returning from the Peace Corps in 2006, I began to help my family members and friends with their own travel plans. I simply loved sharing my experiences abroad and I enjoyed assisting them as they created their own itineraries that were sure to be filled with many memories. In 2014, I decided that I should turn my passion into a career, and I never looked back.

I work with both new and experienced travelers to provide them with an unforgettable experience. I specialize in booking the following trips:

  • River Cruise Adventures — I often find myself recommending European river cruises to my clients as this is a wonderful way to see many destinations while also enjoying the perks of a luxury cruise ship. With so many options available now, I help you pick the perfect sailing for you.
  • Custom European itineraries — Having traveled extensively across the continent, I take pride in my ability to create customized tours for my clients. Planning a European vacation brings back so many memories for me and I love providing my clients with personal recommendations that enhance their trip.
  • Active and Relaxing Ocean Cruises — There are lots of options for a vacation, but cruising offers some special advantages not found elsewhere. Visit several destinations, but unpack once. Your transportation, dining and entertainment all come along with you for the ride! 

When my clients come to me with an idea for their next vacation, I sift through all of the options that are available to them. I present them with different scenarios, and help them navigate the planning process. My goal is to help everyone make great decisions related to their travel plans.

I want to share my experiences with you and help you plan the trip of a lifetime. Contact me today, and we'll get started immediately!

Your Personal River Cruise Matchmaker

River cruising allows you immerse yourself in the destination and culture on a comfortable floating hotel. From river boats in Peru, private barges on small European canals or Safari's on the Zambezi in Africa; this style of travel offers something for everybody.

As your river cruise expert, I'll help you pick the perfect sailing for you. I'm a certified specialist with all the major river cruise lines and have first-hand experience river cruising in Europe, China, and the Peruvian Amazon.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
56 reviews
100% Recommended
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Matt made preparing for Tahiti a breeze!
Reviewed By Dan - San Jose, CA | Traveled to
Matt helped us out with combining a cruise in French Polynesia with pre and post cruise land options. Specifically he arranged our stay in Moorea at an overwater bungalow. Matt was very responsive before the trip, he communicated with hotel management to ensure everything was prepared for our arrival and that we received excellent treatment upon arrival. The travel gifts before departure were a nice extra touch too! All in all it was a pleasure to do business with Matt and I highly recommend him to anyone planning a small trip to a long getaway.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Responsive, friendly and knowledgeable
Reviewed By Zig - SF Bay Area, CA | Traveled to
Matt is very helpful and knowledgeable. I was booking a family vacation in Yellowstone, and he helped to find hotel that was still open despite it being the low season and convenient. He also personally emailed the hotels to make sure I get special treatment. Matt goes above and beyond his call of duty. Highly recommended!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Thanks Matt!
Reviewed By Madetimewilltravel - Bay Area, CA | Traveled to Europe
Matt was easy to work with and was able to turn around our plans in a relatively short timeline. Matt's suggestions were spot on and we had a fantastic time on our trip to Europe as a result of the hotels and activities he located for us.
Matt Wahlgren responded
"Thank you Jason and Christine. Glad to hear you had a great time!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Merry in Mexico
Reviewed By Deniseleah3 - Sunnyvale, CA | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
Great experience! I didn’t have to worry about a thing - Matt took care of it all.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Family Disneyland Trip
Reviewed By Vince - Sunnyvale, CA | Traveled to
The Disneyland trip I booked for the family was great! Zero issues and everything went off without a hitch! I strongly recommend using Ticket to Travel. Thorough service and saved me a lot of time. They even provided goody bags for all my kids!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
AmaWaterways Certified Specialist
Avalon Waterways Certified Specialist
Viking River Cruises Certified Specialist
Celebrity Cruise Specialist
European 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 Travel Stories

My Three Travel Traditions

I love creating new traditions, so when I first started traveling, I came up with three ways to create lasting memories from my traveling endeavors. Travel Tradition No. 1: Save a BillWhenever I am traveling, I always keep the lowest denomination paper currency and take it home with me. One day, I found a double-sided clear fr...
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Where in the World Is Matt?

It's been a busy year! I spent six weeks in Europe over the summer returning to some of my favorite destinations namely Dubrovnik, Bulgaria, Mykonos, Italy, and France and exploring new destinations which are Montenegro, Albania, and North Macedonia. I also took the opportunity to explore new areas of Italy and France.   I stayed i...
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Surviving The Sour and Making It Sweet

Life is different for us all than it was last month. Each of us is doing our best to handle the curve balls that have been thrown our way. Some of us have taken on new roles, like teacher, as children stay home from school. We’ve set aside our travels, whether that was your daily trip to the office or a vacation we had planned for you.  <...
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