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Lalona Saunders, Travel Agent in Chesapeake, VA

Lalona Saunders

Chesapeake, VA Travel Agent

Lalona Saunders

Chesapeake, VA · 3 Years of Experience

Tradewinds Travel Team - Dream Vacations, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(7)
100% Recommended
Lalona with Tradewinds Travel made planning this vacation a breeze. It was a great experience from start to finish. My family made amazing memories at Disney... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Caribbean, Worldwide, Europe, Hubbard Glacier, Central America

Interests:

Cruises, All Inclusive, Family Vacations, River Cruises, Escorted Tours

Suppliers:

Norwegian Cruise Line, Globus, AmaWaterways, Royal Caribbean, Sandals and Beaches Resorts

About Me

Swim with Dolphins - Cozumel, Mexico
Swim with Dolphins - Cozumel, Mexico

I'm Lalona Saunders, co-owner of Tradewinds Travel Team, a veteran-owned travel agency dedicated to helping travelers create unforgettable experiences around the world. I believe travel should be exciting, stress-free, and filled with meaningful moments, and I take pride in helping my clients plan vacations that exceed their expectations.

I specialize in ocean cruising, river cruising, luxury tours of Europe, African safaris, Alaska cruises and land tours, Hawaii vacations, family travel, multi-generational vacations, and group travel. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, a reunion cruise, a friends' group adventure, or a once-in-a-lifetime journey to a dream destination, I provide personalized guidance and hands-on support every step of the way.

From sailing Alaska's breathtaking Inside Passage and exploring Europe's iconic cities and rivers to experiencing the wonder of an African safari or the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands, I help travelers find the right destination, itinerary, and travel style for their unique interests and budget.

As a travel advisor, I work with leading cruise lines, luxury tour operators, river cruise companies, and trusted travel partners worldwide to provide expert recommendations, exclusive offers, and insider knowledge. My goal is to make the planning process easy while ensuring every detail is handled with care from the initial consultation until you return home.

Areas of Expertise:

• Ocean Cruises

• River Cruises

• Luxury European Tours

• Alaska Cruises & Land Tours

• African Safaris

• Hawaii Vacations

• Family Travel

• Multi-Generational Vacations

• Group Travel

• Worldwide Travel Planning

Whether you're traveling as a couple, family, group, or extended family, I'm here to help you create memories that will last a lifetime. I look forward to helping you plan your next adventure.

Let's Book your Dream Vacation!

I’m passionate about turning travel dreams into seamless, stress-free vacations. As your dedicated travel advisor, I handle every detail—from research and booking to final touches—so you can travel with confidence and ease. You’ll work directly with me throughout the entire process, ensuring personalized service, expert guidance, and support from planning through your return home. My goal is to save you time, reduce stress, and help you get the most value and enjoyment from every trip. Let’s start planning your next stress-free, memorable vacation—contact me today.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
7 reviews
100% Recommended
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Disney World Family Vacation
Reviewed By Ash - Portsmouth, VA | Traveled to Walt Disney World | Florida | USA
Lalona with Tradewinds Travel made planning this vacation a breeze. It was a great experience from start to finish. My family made amazing memories at Disney and I didn't stress about anything because she was on top of it!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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First Cruise Vacation
Reviewed By Amber - Scotland Neck, NC | Traveled to Caribbean
We planned our first cruise for a family of 7 with them. We had a wonderful trip and the planning process was very smooth and stress free.! Lalona was very helpful! If I had a question(and I had MANY!) she was able to answer it and if I stumped her (rarely) she would find out and get back to me. I recommend her to anyone who asks me about a vacation ??
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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New England & Canada Fall Cruise
Reviewed By The David's - Portsmouth, VA | Traveled to Canada
We are completely satisfied with the vacation travel services of Lalona Saunders. She was so easy to work with and always responded to our questions and concerns. She looked out for us in every phase of our trip.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Alaska Cruise
Reviewed By Chip B. - Portsmouth, VA | Traveled to Alaska | USA
This was our first Cruise, and Alaska was a great start. All I can say is that it exceeded all our expectations. Lalona Saunders our Vacation Specialist with Dream Vacations made this an unforgettable adventure. She went above and beyond in helping us plan our dream trip. The excursions she helped us chose were great and gave us memories we will always cherish. We look forward to many more exciting cruises and trips and Lalona and Dream Vacations will be a big part of our future adventures. We would recommend Lalona Saunders with Dream Vacations to anyone looking for a great vacation, you will not be disappointed! Thanks for making our trip great!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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First Cruise and first vacation with Service Dog
Reviewed By Bea - Newburg, MD | Traveled to Alaska | USA
Tradewinds Travel Team Was incredible to work with. Planning our first cruise ever seemed a bit overwhelming at first but Lalona put us at ease! Walking us through the process, sending recommendations, and give us tips and tricks to save money along the way. It really made this process easy and lifted any of the stress off us. We pretty much just had to show up and relax. Their team is extremely knowledgeable on the best ways to book these vacations. Excursions included and they were always available to answer questions for us when it came to messages from the cruise line that can sometimes be confusing or even just filling us in on how things work on a cruise ship. I don’t think this process would have been as stress free as it was without their team. To add to the fun I was traveling with a service animal! Lalona went above and beyond to help us make sure we were comfortable and we had everything we needed for her to be with us. I couldn’t have asked for more. We loved this trip and the Tradewinds Travel Team and will be booking with them again for our next vacation. Definitely recommend!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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NCL University - PHD Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Globus family of brands Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
Celebrity Learning Certification
Celebrity Learning Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Viking Expert
Viking Expert
AMResorts Master Agent
AMResorts Master Agent
MSC Masters
MSC Masters
Princess Commodore Certified
Princess Commodore Certified
Regent Seven Seas Luxury Cruise Expert
Regent Seven Seas Luxury Cruise Expert
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)

Client Testimonials

Beaches Turks & Caicos
Lalona did an amazing job with our vacation. The resort situation had a few hiccups, but she got right on top of it. We will use Tradewinds Travel Team again on all of our travels.
Connie F