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Kelsi Donnelly, Travel Agent in Independence, IA

Kelsi Donnelly

Independence, IA Travel Agent
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Kelsi Donnelly

Independence, IA

Donnelly Signature Travel, an independent agent with KJD Travel Group, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(20)
100% Recommended
My wife and I took an anniversary trip this past summer. Kelsi made everything so easy and did such a great job. It was a smoothest... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Turks and Caicos Islands

Interests:

Adult Only, Luxury, Couples & Romance, Family Vacations, Groups

About Me

Planning an all-inclusive vacation should be exciting, not overwhelming. With so many resorts, destinations and room categories to choose from, it can be difficult to know which option will truly be the best fit. That is where I come in.

I specialize in planning all-inclusive vacations throughout Mexico and the Caribbean, including destinations such as Cancun, Riviera Maya, Playa Mujeres, Punta Cana, Jamaica, Turks and Caicos and more. I work with couples, families, groups, honeymooners and travelers celebrating anniversaries, birthdays and other special occasions.

When recommending a resort, I look beyond the price. I consider the things that can make the biggest difference in your vacation experience: the quality and swimmability of the beach, pools and waterparks, dining options, entertainment, kids and teen activities, nightlife, room configurations, resort size and overall atmosphere.

Every traveler is different. Some families want a resort packed with activities and incredible pools, while others prioritize a beautiful beach. Couples may want a quiet, romantic escape or a resort with a more lively social atmosphere. My goal is to learn what matters most to you and narrow down the many options to resorts that genuinely fit what you are looking for.

I can assist with the entire vacation experience, including resort accommodations, airfare, airport transfers, excursions and travel protection. I also continue to be available throughout the planning process to answer questions and help prepare you for your trip.

Whether you are planning your first all-inclusive vacation, a family getaway, a honeymoon, an anniversary trip or a vacation with a group of friends, I would love to help make the planning process easier and create a trip you are excited about from the moment you book until the moment you return home.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
20 reviews
100% Recommended
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Amazing trip
Reviewed By Zack - Antigua | Traveled to Antigua | Antigua & Barbuda | Caribbean
My wife and I took an anniversary trip this past summer. Kelsi made everything so easy and did such a great job. It was a smoothest and most stress free trip ever and she handled everything from booking to our customs instruction to our room upgrade. Couldn’t recommend her more!
Kelsi Donnelly responded
"I’m so happy you had a wonderful anniversary trip! It was great helping you plan such a special getaway, and I loved that we were able to make it even better with the special going on earning you a complimentary night and a room upgrade! I also have to thank you both again for the beautiful bracelet you brought back for me from the beach. That was such a thoughtful surprise and meant so much! Thanks for trusting me with your travels and I look forward to helping you plan your next adventure!"
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Reviewed By Rusty - Independence | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands | Caribbean
Kelsi sent me to Turks and Caicos Islands and it was a ton of fun!
Kelsi Donnelly responded
"I’m so glad you had an amazing time in Turks & Caicos! Thank you for letting me be part of your adventure! Can’t wait to help plan the next one! "
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Family vacation!
Reviewed By Janny - Independence | Traveled to Florida | USA
Kelsi is extremely helpful with planning our upcoming family vacation! We discussed options for lodging and entertainment. She gave me cost comparisons and found the most amazing package for lodging and amusement parks!! She answers emails promptly and keeps me updated if anything changes. I also asked her about another travel opportunity that doesn’t really work with travel agents but she was willing to offer help as needed!! I highly recommend Kelsi for your upcoming travel needs!!
Kelsi Donnelly responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I’ve really enjoyed helping you plan this Universal getaway! I can’t wait for you all to experience it and make some wonderful memories! I truly appreciate you trusting me with your travel plans and taking the time to share your experience! I'm always happy to help however I can! "
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Amazing couple getaway.
Reviewed By Ma-Gilmer - Birmingham | Traveled to Barbados | Caribbean
Kelsi planned an amazing anniversary trip to Barbados for my husband and me! We had the best time, and she helped arrange wonderful snorkeling and diving excursions that made our getaway even more memorable. I highly recommend Kelsi to anyone planning their next vacation. Thank you for helping make our anniversary so special!
Kelsi Donnelly responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so happy you both had such a wonderful anniversary trip to Barbados! It was a pleasure helping you plan your getaway, and I’m glad the snorkeling and diving excursions made it even more memorable. Thank you for trusting me with such a special occasion! I truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to help with your future adventures! "
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Loved creating memories with the family!
Reviewed By Kelly W - Independence | Traveled to Omaha | Nebraska | USA
Kelsi reminded us that even the smaller trips are important to create those special memories with the family! Upon her suggestion, we had a wonderful trip to the Omaha Zoo! She booked our hotel and provided a perfect weekend for our family!
Kelsi Donnelly responded
"Thank you so much! It was a great weekend, even with 36 mph winds! Some of my favorite memories are weekend getaways with family and friends. I can't wait for the next adventure. Maybe a Disney Cruise in, lets say in January?? "
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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.

My Most Booked Destinations

  • Dominican Republic: 5 bookings
  • Turks and Caicos Islands: 2 bookings
  • Antigua & Barbuda: 1 booking

Destinations I've Visited

  • Aruba: 4 trips
  • Dominican Republic: 2 trips
  • Turks and Caicos Islands: 2 trips

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    Client Testimonials

    Family Vacation 2026 Punta Cana
    "Huge shout out to Kelsi Donnelly for putting together an amazing vacation for us!! She took care of everything from reservations to flights and even calming this mommas nerves!! Any question I had she was on it, even emailed to let me know one of our flights was delayed but no worries because she had already contacted our ride to the resort to let them know! She is amazing!! Everyone tried new things and stepped out of their comfort zones! Abby and I tried sushi (not fans) Riley tried octopus, and Jeff also had sushi for the 1st time( it was ok) and octopus ( it was weird). The new family drink I believe is the ABBA. Riley was tricky and had us all do Sake Bombs so much fun but glad to be home."
    Melissa P. IA
    20th Anniversary Family Vacation!
    "We had an incredible trip to Fort Myers Beach! We had the BEST time staying at Pink Shell Beach Resort — beautiful views, sunshine, beach days, pool time, the most amazing sunsets, and so many memories made together - and so good for kids! It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy some much needed family time before the new school year! A huge THANK YOU to our amazing travel agent, Kelsi, for helping make this trip so easy and special! She was there for us EVERY step of the way! From planning, recommendations, and all the little details, we are so grateful. Highly recommend booking a trip with Kelsi! We would have never had this amazing experience without her! We had so many people tell us that our travel agent is GOOD because Pink Shell is easily the best beach resort in SW Florida! And we had never heard of it. Summer flew by again, but so glad we celebrated our 20th anniversary by taking our kids on their first beach vacation!"
    Alicia W. Independence, Iowa
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