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Cortnee Wilson, Travel Agent in Newport Beach, CA

Cortnee Wilson

Newport Beach, CA Travel Agent
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Cortnee Wilson

Newport Beach, CA · 6 Years of Experience

Davisville Travel, an independent agent with Travel Leaders Davis, CA
5.0
(18)
100% Recommended
Cortnee planned the most amazing girls trip for the three of us to the South of France. we did Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez and it was... Read More >
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Destinations:

Galapagos Islands, Cozumel, Maldives, Phuket, Wailea, Maui

Interests:

Scuba, Outdoor Activities & Sports, Adventure, Small Ship Cruises, Water Sports

About Me

I've been scuba diving since 2016 and hold an Advanced Open Water certification. Over the years, diving has taken me to some of the most beautiful parts of the world, and now I help others experience that same sense of wonder and exploration. As a travel advisor who specializes in scuba diving trips, I focus on creating trips that balance time in the water with meaningful time on land. Because a destination is more than just its reefs or wrecks… it’s also the food, people, culture, and scenery that surround it!

I work with all types of travelers: couples looking for romantic dive getaways, groups of friends planning an annual dive trip, solo travelers wanting to join a liveaboard, or families wanting to add a few dives to their vacation. Whether you’re newly certified or a seasoned diver, I’ll help you plan a trip that suits your experience level and travel style.

My goal is to make sure you see the very best of a place, both above and below the surface. That might mean pairing a week on a liveaboard in Raja Ampat with a few days exploring Bali, or planning a resort stay in Cozumel where you can dive in the mornings and take a food tour in the afternoons. I work with trusted operators and suppliers to make sure everything runs smoothly, from airport transfers to dive gear rentals to optional excursions.

Here are just some of the experiences I help plan:

Liveaboards: Spend your days diving remote reefs and wrecks, and your nights relaxing on board with a small group of fellow divers. Popular destinations include the Maldives, Indonesia, the Galápagos, the Red Sea, and Palau.

Resort-Based Diving: For travelers who want a comfortable home base, I book full-service resorts with excellent dive centers. This is a great option for those who want to mix diving with relaxation, day trips, or time at the spa or beach.

Wreck Diving: Explore sunken ships with rich history and abundant marine life. Top sites include Truk Lagoon, the Red Sea, and even some surprising finds in the Caribbean.

Coral Reefs and Marine Life Encounters: From colorful coral gardens in Fiji and the Philippines to thrilling shark dives in the Bahamas and manta ray night dives in Hawaii, I help you find the type of diving that excites you most.

Custom Dive + Land Itineraries: I can plan trips that mix diving with cultural experiences, nature excursions, or time in major cities. I’ll help you build an itinerary that is well balanced, all while taking into account travel/flight safety hazards after diving.

Some of my favorite destinations to plan for include: Raja Ampat, Indonesia, the Maldives, Cozumel and Riviera Maya, Mexico, the Galápagos Islands, Palau, the Red Sea, Thailand, the Philippines, Truk Lagoon, Hawaii, Catalina Island, and the Florida Keys.

What sets me apart is that I understand dive travel from both a diver’s and a traveler’s perspective. I know what it’s like to want to maximize your bottom time without burning out, to have time to enjoy a destination beyond the dive shop, and to want clear information and reliable support every step of the way.

I take the time to learn what kind of experience you're looking for… whether it's wildlife-focused, more leisurely, adventurous, or romantic…and then match you with destinations and operators that fit. If you’re traveling with non-divers, I can make sure the trip is just as enjoyable for them too.

When you work with me, you’re not just getting a booking agent. You’re getting someone who genuinely loves diving and travel, and who wants your trip to feel easy, thoughtful, and completely tailored to you.

If you’re ready to start planning your next dive trip, I’d love to help!  Let’s create something special, whether it’s your first dive adventure or your tenth.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
18 reviews
100% Recommended
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Girls trip to South of france
Reviewed By tori - Newport, CA | Traveled to Nice | France | Europe
Cortnee planned the most amazing girls trip for the three of us to the South of France. we did Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez and it was luxury and cute and totally stress-free! It was the perfect trip we can’t recommend her enough
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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My first solo trip!!
Reviewed By Luke - Laguna Beach, CA | Traveled to Portugal | Europe
Cortnee made my first solo trip so easy and fun. I went to Portugal and Spain and everything from hotels to getting around was taken care of, which let me really enjoy exploring on my own. She helped me tag this trip onto a destination wedding I was attending and she organized it well. I got to see so much of both countries and had an amazing time thanks to Cortnee
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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SCUBA TRIP IN HAWAII
Reviewed By Ron - La Jolla, CA | Traveled to Oahu Island | Hawaii | USA
Cortnee did an amazing job with our dive trip to Oahu! She found us the best hotels and connected us with Island Divers which is the best dive center on the island. A full package with good food recs, scuba, hotels, flights, and even got our rental car figured out.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Bach Trip on the lake
Reviewed By Savannah - costa mesa | Traveled to Lake Tahoe | California | USA
Cortnee planned my bach trip to Lake Tahoe and it was amazing! She handled a bunch of us flying in from different places over the 4th of July & found the perfect cabin on the lake. We also watched the fireworks from a duffy boat it was the best view!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best travel planning experience!
Reviewed By kaitrates2 - Tustin, California | Traveled to Bali | Indonesia | East and Southeast Asia
My 3 friends and I used Cortnee’s travel planning services to plan our upcoming trip to Bali. She made the trip planning process so easy, helping us with everything from flights and accommodations to unique activities and restaurant recommendations. So excited to see this trip come to life in a couple of weeks and cannot recommend her services enough!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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My Travel Stories

Thailand & Scuba Diving Liveaboard

Our family trip to Thailand was one of the most unforgettable experiences we’ve ever shared together. From bustling city streets to serene beaches and vibrant underwater worlds, it was the kind of adventure that stitched us closer together while showing us a completely different side of the world. We started in Bangkok, where the energy w...
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