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Alena Haskins, Travel Agent in Kansas City, MO

Alena Haskins

Kansas City, MO Travel Agent

Alena Haskins

Kansas City, MO

Cruise Holidays of Kansas City, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
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100% Recommended
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle. Modern, friendly staff, clean room, great location. Rooftop lounge with view of Space... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Vancouver, Yellowstone National Park, Colorado, Jackson Hole, Arizona

Interests:

Escorted Tours, River Cruises, National Parks, Cruises, Luxury Cruises

Suppliers:

Funjet Vacations, Viking, Globus, Royal Caribbean, Holland America Line

About Me

North America Specialist
North America Specialist

I have been blessed to travel extensively throughout North America over my lifetime.  I have at least driven through most of the contiguous United States and the rest are on my bucket list!

I have visited over 50 National Parks, Monuments, Battlefields and Historic Sites - that are all part of the National Park System.  I always get my stamp, if it's available!

I've skied in Colorado, bungee jumped in Tennessee, shopped at the Mall of America, gambled in Atlantic City, marveled at the Grand Canyon, strolled along the French Quarter in New Orleans, and much more.  I've also visited Canada and Mexico multiple times.

Though I haven't been to Hawaii and Alaska yet, I have extensively trained in what's available and have a great team here to help me make sure you don't miss a thing.

If there's somewhere in the United States that you're interested in, I can help you dive in and find the gems and ensure you have an amazing vacation!

Let me help you explore your own backyards to find all the wonders that North America has to offer!

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
5 reviews
100% Recommended
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Trip of a lifetime
Reviewed By Alaska trip - Kansas City Mo | Traveled to Inside Passage | Alaska | USA
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle. Modern, friendly staff, clean room, great location. Rooftop lounge with view of Space Needle. Excellent Food and service in both restaurants. Holland America cruise line. Everything was great except the food. Both in dining room and buffet setting. Lukewarm, bland, with a few exceptions. Hit and miss. Balcony room was spacious and clean. The only way to cruise Alaska, balcony room. Staff friendly and ship easy to navigate. Excursions were great, but time limit and didn’t get the chance to explore the villages. There is so much to see, we plan on going back and seeing what we missed. Silver king lodge in Ketchekan was absolute best for seafood feasts. Walk into Tongas Forest was incredibly beautiful. Boarding and disembarking easy process.
Alena Haskins responded
"Thanks for taking the time to share a review of your trip! I’m glad you enjoyed your overall experience. Astra Hotel sounds fantastic, with a view of the Space Needle! It’s great to know your Alaska cruise delivered on scenery, excursions, and service, and I appreciate your honest feedback about the food onboard Holland America. Your highlights, like the seafood feast at Silver King Lodge and the walk through Tongass National Forest, sound incredible. Thank you again for sharing your experience!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Galapagos Inner Loop on Celebrity
Reviewed By TI Fan - Mission Hills, KS | Traveled to Galapagos Islands | Ecuador | South America
From the time we landed in Quito to the time we left Quito for home, the Celebrity service was outstanding. On the ship the entire crew was friendly, knowledgable and responsive. The Galapagos Islands are one of earth's treasures. The variety of animals, the variety of landscapes and of plants are amazing. The various excursions provided variety for individuals of differing interests and capacities. I can strongly recommend this trip.
Alena Haskins responded
"Thank you so much for sharing! I’m so happy to hear how much you enjoyed every part of the journey. The Galapagos really are something special, and I’m so glad you were able to enjoy the incredible wildlife and landscapes. It was truly a pleasure helping you plan this trip!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Hermoso viaje con mi mami
Reviewed By Jima - México | Traveled to Miami | Florida | USA
Estamos fascinadas , la tecnología a mejorado mucho , el crucero divino la comida el servicio todo excelente , solo tuve un inconveniente con la persona de mi cuarto muy buena gente pero no sabía expresarse mucho y tuve un inconveniente y la comida mexicana pls habiendo tantos mexicanos x q no dan comida mexicana auténtica , mi mamá iba con scooter , y la verdad no había muchas actividades para ella solo también todo en inglés y habíamos muchos mexicanos obispamos
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Patient, Understanding and FANTASTIC
Reviewed By BillanDeb - Kansas City Missouri | Traveled to Alaska | USA
Alena counseled a couple who had no idea what they were doing but wanted to go somewhere. She shared with them ideas and didn't get frustrated when they continued to be a challenge but get delivering. Her nickname should be "Alena delivers the goods" as she sure did!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Once in a lifetime 3 generations trip.
Reviewed By Barbie - Kansas City, KS | Traveled to London | England | Europe
From start to finish this trip was one I looked forward to for years. The specific details (which cruise, which excursions, extra stops after the cruise) were all adjusted & fine tuned before & even during our trip. The needs, wants & interests of all on the trip were all taken into consideration. From 6 year old to 74 year old, the trip was a joy. I am reminded every day of some part of our trip. The destination list is not actual trip friendly. We went to Iceland, Norway, Amsterdam, Bruge, London & Paris.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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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.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Capilano Suspension bridge
Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Been There 2 Times
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Snorkeling
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
Been There 2 Times
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Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Caribbean
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Swimming with Stingray
Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico
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Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA
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Key West, Florida, USA
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Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum; eat Key Lime Pie
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Folklorama Cultural Festival (early August)
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Old Montreal; Mount Royal
Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Caribbean
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Dunn's River Falls
Bruges, Belgium, Europe
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Choco-Story Museum; Walking Tour
Cambridge, England, Europe
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Punting on the River
London, England, Europe
Been There 2 Times
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Buckingham Palace; Big Ben; the London Eye
Stonehenge, England, Europe
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Watford, England, Europe
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Harry Potter Studio tour
Paris, France, Europe
Been There 2 Times
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Eiffel Tower; the Louvre; Disneyland Paris
Akureyri, Iceland, Europe
Booked It
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Whale Watching
Isafjordur, Iceland, Europe
Booked It
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Dynjandi Waterfall; Gemlufall Farm tour
Reykjavik, Iceland, Europe
Booked It
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Blue Lagoon; Lava Show; Aurora Borealis Museum
Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe
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Canal Tour; Flower Market; Anne Frank Huis; Van Gogh Museum; Heinen Delfts Blauw
Alesund, Norway, Europe
Booked It
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Sunnmøre Museum
Bergen, Norway, Europe
Booked It
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Bryggen; Fløibanen funicular
Flam, Norway, Europe
Booked It
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The Flåm Railway
Edinburgh, Scotland, Europe
Been There
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Must Do:
Edinburgh Castle: the Royal Mile; Palace of Holyroodhouse
Nogales, Sonora, Mexico
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Yucatan, Mexico
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Estamos fascinadas , la tecnología a mejorado much...
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Must Do:
Swimming in the Cenote Ik Kil
Progreso, Yucatan, Mexico
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Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA
Been There 2 Times
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Saguaro National Park, Arizona, USA
Been There 2 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Tucson, Arizona, USA
Been There 8 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Saguaro National Park; Sabino Canyon; Mission San Xavier Del Bac; Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum; Kartchner Caverns State Park
Anaheim, California, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Disneyland
Los Angeles, California, USA
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Breckenridge, Colorado, USA
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Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
Been There 3 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Denver, Colorado, USA
Been There 5 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Rocky Mountain National Park (nearby)
Pike\'s Peak, Colorado, USA
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Washington D.C., District of Columbia, USA
Been There 2 Times
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Smithsonian museums; multiple memorials
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Chicago, Illinois, USA
Been There 10 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Millenium Park and "The Bean"; Views from Skydeck Chicago; architecture boat tours
Gary, Indiana, USA
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Indiana Dunes National Park (nearby)
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Des Moines Zoo
Topeka, Kansas, USA
Been There 10 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
Wichita, Kansas, USA
Been There 3 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Beignets at Cafe Du Monde; Gumbo and Jambalaya; New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Maine, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Annapolis, Maryland, USA
Been There 2 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Mall of America
Branson, Missouri, USA
Been There 6 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Hannibal, Missouri, USA
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Independence, Missouri, USA
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Harry S Truman National Historic Site
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Been There 3 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Saint Louis Arch; Saint Louis Zoo; Saint Louis Art Museum
Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Omaha, Nebraska, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Omaha Zoo
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
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New Hampshire, USA
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Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA
Been There 2 Times
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Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (early to mid October)
Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA
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White Sands National Park (nearby)
Roswell, New Mexico, USA
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New York City, New York, USA
Been There 3 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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See a Broadway Show; Central Park; the Statue of Liberty; the 9/11 Memorial & Museum; Empire State Building
Niagara Falls, New York, USA
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Fargo, North Dakota, USA
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
Been There 2 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Must Do:
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum; Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Been There 6 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Mt. Rushmore, South Dakota, USA
Been There 2 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA
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Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
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Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas, USA
Been There 3 Times
Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Galveston, Texas, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Houston, Texas, USA
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Amazing. Highly recommend Astra Hotel in Seattle....
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Seattle, Washington, USA
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Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA
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