BRENDA HELFENSTINE
Saint Cloud , FL Travel Agent· 3 Years of Experience
Journey Somewhere Travel, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
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Brenda made traveling as easy as possible. She didn’t leave out a single detail on traveling abroad. Our trip was a success solely because of her! Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Bahamas, Ring of Kerry, Honduras, Beach Club at Bimini, DublinInterests:
Cruises, Luxury Cruises, Rail, All Inclusive, Beach VacationsSuppliers:
Cunard®, Marriott Hotels, Virgin Voyages, Disney, Disney Cruise LineAbout Me
Specializing in Curating a Personalized Experience
I'm a passionate Travel Agent that loves creating unique travel opportunities world wide. Curating personalized itineraries, and unforgettable moments for my clients is pure joy to me. Let me take the stress out of planning your next escape. I excel at understanding your preferences and matching you with the ideal destination. I'm passionate about creating stress-free and memorable travel experiences. Going on vacation is exhilarating. Planning one is exhausting. I'll handle the details so you can just "Journey Somewhere"
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Bahamas, Ring of Kerry, Honduras, Beach Club at Bimini, DublinInterests:
Cruises, Luxury Cruises, Rail, All Inclusive, Beach VacationsSuppliers:
Cunard®, Marriott Hotels, Virgin Voyages, Disney, Disney Cruise LineMy Travel Specialties
Cruises, Family Travel All-Inclusive Enthusiast
▶Cruises, Family Travel All-Inclusive Enthusiast
I offer a passion for travel and a commitment to creating seamless, unforgettable experiences. With a focus on personalized service and a keen understanding of diverse travel preferences, I am dedicated to turning your dream vacations into reality. Choose me as y...Read More ▶
Cruises
▶Cruises
Located in sunny Florida A.K.A. The heart of cruising, I specialize in crafting unforgettable cruise vacations.
I love finding the perfect ship and handling all the details so you can relax and enjoy the journey. Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or settin...Read More ▶
Ireland, Europe Personally Curated Travel
▶Ireland, Europe Personally Curated Travel
As a Travel Agent living Florida I initially focused my education on the cruising industry considering I live in the cruising capital of the world.The last thing I expected was to have a niche like Ireland or Europe but, the requests came and my business quickly ...Read More ▶
Adults Only Cruises, All-Inclusuive Leisure Travel
▶Adults Only Cruises, All-Inclusuive Leisure Travel
I've had the pleasure of experiencing adults-only cruises, where the focus is on relaxation, indulgence, and sophisticated entertainment. I've had the opportunity to cruise with families of all ages, creating lasting memories through shared experiences and inter generational bonding. I've sailed ...Read More ▶
REVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
16 reviews
100% Recommended
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Bucket list trip success!
Reviewed By Hayden&Katie - St. Cloud, FL | Traveled to Ireland | Europe
Brenda made traveling as easy as possible. She didn’t leave out a single detail on traveling abroad. Our trip was a success solely because of her!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Client for Life
Reviewed By M. Attanasio - Apopka, FL | Traveled to Caribbean
I'm so glad I booked my cruise with Brenda. It was uch a time saver having her handle everything for me and my family. The best part for me however; I had an issue that came up during my cruise. I texted her and she immediately went to work to make things right. She advised me to go on with my day since we had a shore excursion planned and by the time we got back to the ship it was all fixed. Had I not booked with her who knows how long it would have taken me to fix things. The fact that I didn't miss a single minute of my vacation to sort through an issue solidified the fact that I will never plan a trip on my own again. She earned a client for life.
BRENDA HELFENSTINE responded
"Wow, thank you so much for this incredible review! It truly makes my day to hear that I was able to make your cruise so enjoyable. That's exactly what I strive for – taking the stress out of travel and ensuring my clients have amazing experiences. I'm so glad I could resolve the issue quickly and that it didn't impact your vacation. I look forward to helping you plan your next trip!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The best cruise ever!
Reviewed By Misty A - Stockton, CA | Traveled to Honduras | Central America
I love cruising and Bink suggested Virgin Voyages to me. I was sold once she shared everything about the ship and I am so thankful I took her suggestion. She booked the trip for us and gave tips that made our cruise the most memorable one yet!
BRENDA HELFENSTINE responded
"Yessss! So happy you loved your Virgin Voyages cruise! I knew you would! Thanks for the awesome review – it means so much. Let's chat soon about where you're cruising next!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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No stress trip planner.
Reviewed By WVGrl - Delbarton WV | Traveled to Florida | USA
Brenda is great to work with! She has helped with numerous travel occasions. She responds very promptly to requests and has helped to make wonderful vacation plans to Savannah GA, Orlando, FL, Clearwater Beach,FL. She takes the guesswork out of traveling.
BRENDA HELFENSTINE responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so happy that I can consistently provide excellent service in planning your travels. Thank you again for your valuable feedback. I look forward to assisting you with your future travel endeavors."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Brenda is awesome
Reviewed By Nancy - Florida | Traveled to Tucson | Arizona | USA
Her attention to detail and ability to help in a pinch was great.
BRENDA HELFENSTINE responded
"Hi Nancy,
I really appreciate the great feedback. I enjoyed helping you through the booking process and am so happy that you found me to be helpful.
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Certifications & Awards
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
MSC Masters
NCL University - Associate Degree
NCL University - Bachelor's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
Pleasant Premier Ambassador
Princess Commodore Certified
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seabourn Academy Graduate
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
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.
Beach Club at Bimini, Bahamas, Caribbean
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Dublin, Ireland, Europe
Booked It 6 Times
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The Temple Bar, Trinity College, Jameson Distillery
CocoCay, Bahamas, Caribbean
Booked It 5 Times
Been There 2 Times
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Nassau, Bahamas, Caribbean
Booked It 7 Times
Been There 6 Times
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Galway, Ireland, Europe
Booked It 6 Times
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Cliffs of Moher
London, England, Europe
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Tulum, Mexico, Mexico
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Mayan Ruins
Turks and Caicos Islands, Caribbean
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Edinburgh, Scotland, Europe
Booked It 4 Times
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Costa Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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Freeport, Bahamas, Caribbean
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 3 Times
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Half Moon Cay, Bahamas, Caribbean
Booked It 5 Times
Been There 3 Times
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San Juan, Puerto Rico, Caribbean
Booked It 2 Times
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Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands, Caribbean
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St. Croix, Virgin Islands, Caribbean
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St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, Caribbean
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England, Europe
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Cork, Ireland, Europe
Booked It 3 Times
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Blarney Castle
Killarney, Ireland, Europe
Booked It 6 Times
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Ring of Kerry
Scotland, Europe
Booked It 4 Times
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St. Andrews & Fishing Villages of Fife
Mexico
Booked It 2 Times
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Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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California, USA
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San Diego Wharf
Daytona Beach, Florida, USA
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 7 Times
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Miami, Florida, USA
Booked It 6 Times
Been There 8 Times
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Billings, Montana, USA
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Bozeman, Montana, USA
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Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
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Asheville, North Carolina, USA
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Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
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Mt. Rushmore, South Dakota, USA
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Rapid City, South Dakota, USA
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Badlands, Mount Rushmore
San Antonio, Texas, USA
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San Antonio Riverfront
Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
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Newport News, Virginia, USA
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Norfolk, Virginia, USA
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Richmond, Virginia, USA
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Roanoke, Virginia, USA
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Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, USA
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Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA
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Williamsburg, Virginia, USA
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My Travel Stories
Valiant Lady's Caribbean Adventure
We could hardly maintain our excitement as we made our way through the boarding process to begin our 6 day adventure on Valiant Lady. From the time we stepped foot onto this beautiful ship to the last day when we left the crew was amazing and always ready to answer questions or be helpful in any way possible. They are definitely on to something ...
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My Itineraries
7 Day Family Cruise on Icon of the Seas
Countries visited
At Sea, Bahamas, Florida, St. Kitts and Nevis, Virgin Islands
Suggested Duration
8 Days
Client Testimonials
The Cruise Full of ’Adventure’
Brenda was helpful and extremely responsive every step of the way. She is very detail oriented and made sure our trip was planned and executed perfectly. Nothing about planning our trip was stressful. Brenda took care of everything for us and was always available to answer questions and assist with booking. I’d recommend her to all of my family and friends and will be using her for future vacations too.
E & C Jones, Apopka FL
Scotland, Ireland
Great time. Tripit App was most useful getting around and having everything right on my phone. Suggested activities were all great. My golf outing will be probably my most cherished memory. Most everything went seamlessly. Some hiccoughs with airlines, but that was on them and/or the airport. Thanks for everything
James C. St. Cloud, FL
Cancer gone trip! Ireland Scotland
Best trip of my life!
C. Cokos, St. Cloud, FL
Italy, Spain Dream Trip
Brenda went way beyond the call of duty for us to make this trip so pleasurable for us. We will be recommending her to our friends and coworkers. She got us to where we wanted to go. She stayed in touch with us even though there was a six hour gap time frame she made sure we were where we were supposed to be and when we were supposed to be there
Pete & Annette
Amazing Trip and Travel Agent!!!!
Brenda was amazing throughout the entire process! After having issues with our previous agent, we were a bit hesitant to try someone new—but we’re so glad we did. Brenda kept us constantly updated and was always available to help when needed. It was such a breath of fresh air! At one point, we made a change to our reservation, and she reached out almost immediately to confirm it was us—that kind of attentiveness meant a lot. If you’re looking for a travel agent, I highly recommend her!
Karen S, Ocala, FL
Ireland, Scotland
Planning a trip? Check out Brenda Martin- Helfenstine from Journey Somewhere! She helped us book and plan our trip and has been available and amazing every step of the way!
Amber W. Saint Cloud, FL