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Jonathan Ogden, Travel Agent in Gainesville, FL

Jonathan Ogden

Gainesville, FL Travel Agent

Jonathan Ogden

Gainesville, FL · 14 Years of Experience

Zenfinite LLC, an independent agent with KHM Travel Group, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(7)
100% Recommended
Jonathan has been my travel planner for many years. He is the best travel planner I have ever had. From the very beginning, he finds the... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Bordeaux, France, Lyon, Germany, Paris

Interests:

Cruises, River Cruises, Groups, Wine Country Vacations, Culinary & Foodie

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Celebrity Cruises, Silversea

About Me

Lyon, France and the Saône River
Lyon, France and the Saône River

Hello! I'm Jonathan—a travel enthusiast, cruise expert, and dedicated memory maker.

I've explored over 70 countries across all seven continents (yes, even the one with penguins and polar bears), collecting stories, savoring fine wines, swinging golf clubs on breathtaking fairways, and dancing under starlit skies to live music on deck—all sometimes within the same week.

What do I do? I design epic, fun-filled group getaways for wine lovers, golf fanatics, music enthusiasts, and families who are tired of "just okay" vacations. I transform group travel into a story worth telling—every single time. Whether you're floating down the Danube with your favorite Pinot in hand or lining up your shot beside a vineyard in France, I'm behind the scenes ensuring everything goes smoothly. No stress. No hassle. Just world-class adventures explicitly tailored for your group.

Let's face it—life's too short for mediocre food and generic cruise brochures. If you're dreaming of a luxury river or ocean cruise filled with luxury, excitement, and plenty of wow factor, you've come to the right place.

Are you ready?

Let's create your next legendary journey that fosters moments that bond, journeys that inspire, and memories that last a lifetime. 

Reach out now, and let's get this adventure started!

Additional Certifications

AmaWaterways Group Specialist, Heart of the River - Danube, Rhine, Main, Moselle, and French River Specialist

Celebrity Cruises Specialist

Uniworld Specialist

Emerald Yacht Cruising, Emerald Europe, Emerald River

Silversea Expedition, Silver Sea Ultra Luxury Specialist, Silversea Experience

 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
7 reviews
100% Recommended
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The best trip I ever had
Reviewed By Helen - Gainesville, Florida | Traveled to Europe
Jonathan has been my travel planner for many years. He is the best travel planner I have ever had. From the very beginning, he finds the best flights and connections, and the best cruises. He consistently recommends the best itineraries, best accommodations, best restaurants, and best excursions. Plus he pre-arranges our ground transportation in advance at the best prices. I recently traveled to Lyon, France, and then boarded a cruise ship in Southampton, England, headed for the Arctic Circle. The ship took us to Bruges, Belgium, with additional stops along the Norwegian Fjords, lasting 12 nights. Jonathan organized this trip, including all our excursions, and all the details were beyond my expectations. It was perfect and memorable. I would highly recommend him to all my friends and family for their future travel planning.
Jonathan Ogden responded
"Thanks so much Helen. It's been wonderful sharing the world together from East to West and most recently Antarctica in the South to the Arctic Circle in the North. Meeting new people and traveling with friends always make a trip wonderful. I look forward to many more."
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Traveled many trips with Jonathan around the world
Reviewed By Amy chiang - Santa Clara ca | Traveled to Adare | Ireland | Europe
Jonathan is very organized and friendly. We don’t need to worry anything about our trips. He will give us options where to visits during the shore days many months before we traveled
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Thanks to Jonathan, a wonderful experience all around.
Reviewed By Mike - Vancouver,BC | Traveled to Honningsvag | Norway | Europe
Because of Jonathan's care and attention to detail, everything, from beginning to end went perfectly smoothly,
Jonathan Ogden responded
"Thanks Mike. It was especially nice to spend 3 extra days in Paris with you guys. Sharing travel with friends is always fun and exciting."
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Helped us experience Norway
Reviewed By Kerry - California | Traveled to Norway | Europe
My sister and I were not able to book excursions for a cruise to Norway in 2025. They were all sold out. Jonathan reached out and offered to include us in the excursions he was arranging. He provided all the information we needed and links for payment. He even met us on the ship before the first excursion so that we could get to know him a little bit. We ended up having a fabulous time with him and his fellow travelers. We hope to cross paths with him again in the future!
Jonathan Ogden responded
"It was great meeting you and your sister. Our group was so happy to have you join us. Thanks for setting up a time towards the end of the cruise for us to all get together one more time. We really hope you will join us again. Meeting new people and making lasting friendships is the best part of traveling."
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Our Trip Exceeded Expectations
Reviewed By Dee - Gainesville, Florida | Traveled to Lyon | France | Europe
The benefits Jonathan's service provides are outstanding from start to finish! From involving our group in selecting some of the tours at various destinations, to even providing a detailed breakdown of how much currency would be needed in each country we visited, Jonathan's attention to detail plus his handling of all our reservations made our travel preparation hassle-free. In short, Jonathan's efforts gave us an effortless travel experience!
Jonathan Ogden responded
"Thanks "Dee" (I know who you are). I appreciate your comments. It's always a pleasure to travel with you. Not too many people can say they've been to the Antarctica and the Arctic Circle. I'm glad we were able to share it together. God's world is so amazingly beautiful. "
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Certifications & Awards

AMA Academy
AMA Academy
AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
Celebrity Learning Certification
Celebrity Learning Certification
AmaWaterways Specialist: Heart of the River
AmaWaterways Specialist: Group Business
AmaWaterways Specialist: Rivers of France
AmaWaterways Specialist:Danube, Rhine, Main Rivers
Celebrity & Silversea Specialist