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Megan DeMarco
Rocklin, CA Travel Agent· 11 Years of Experience
The Optimists Travel, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
5.0
(15)
100% Recommended
Megan truly made our dream honeymoon come true! We had a rather ambitious wish list for our first trip to Europe, but she made sure we... Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Egypt, Croatia, Caribbean, East and Southeast Asia, BelizeInterests:
Adventure, Luxury, All Inclusive, Honeymoons, GroupsSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, Europe Express, G Adventures, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, UnCruise AdventuresAbout Me
Custom Luxury Itineraries
Hi, I’m Megan, and I look forward to working with you!
I’ve traveled extensively around the world and use that firsthand experience, along with my industry relationships, to design seamless, thoughtfully curated travel experiences for my clients. I specialize in the Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and the Caribbean, with a focus on creating well-paced itineraries that blend culture, relaxation, and unique local experiences.
While I love travel itself, what I truly enjoy is the planning process, crafting multi-destination journeys that feel effortless and personalized from start to finish. My services are best suited for clients seeking high-end accommodations and elevated experiences, with every detail carefully considered.
I am often traveling or working across time zones, so email is always the best way to reach me: [email protected]
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Egypt, Croatia, Caribbean, East and Southeast Asia, BelizeInterests:
Adventure, Luxury, All Inclusive, Honeymoons, GroupsSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, Europe Express, G Adventures, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, UnCruise AdventuresMy Travel Specialties
Luxury Experiences and Custom Honeymoons
▶Luxury Experiences and Custom Honeymoons
I don't specialize in a region - I specialize in a TRAVEL STYLE. My clients want high-end authentic experiences with unique itineraries. They know the value of my expertise (70+ countries) and connections (with luxury suppliers all over the world). I work together with you to design the perfect t...Read More ▶
Adventure Experiences
▶Adventure Experiences
Some of my favorite itineraries to plan are adventures! What sounds most exciting to you?
Hiking Machu Picchu
Sailing in the Arctic Circle
Safaris in Africa
Hiking in Patagonia
Sand surfing in the Sahara
Cruising along th...Read More ▶
Romantic European Escapes
▶Romantic European Escapes
I LOVE EUROPE! And anyone who has been there can agree - the continent is magical. Are you looking for Winter experiencing the Northern Lights in Scandinavia? Or what about Summer island-hopping in Greece? Wine-tasting in Italy? These are some of the amazing adventures I have planned for clients,...Read More ▶
Relaxing Caribbean Getaways
▶Relaxing Caribbean Getaways
Are you looking for a luxury all-inclusive? Or a private villa for all your friends and family? These are areas I specialize in: making your dream beach trip a reality. ...Read More ▶
REVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
15 reviews
100% Recommended
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Our dream honeymoon!
Reviewed By Kati - San Diego, California | Traveled to Europe
Megan truly made our dream honeymoon come true! We had a rather ambitious wish list for our first trip to Europe, but she made sure we were comfortable every step of the way. She left no detail untouched and we felt confident with every destination we visited. I even had a minor panic moment (in combination with jet lag) at our first stop when my hair straightener wouldn't work, and she responded to my text with the perfect suggestion of where to go and how to find a fix. From early stage planning to her dining recommendations and follow up once we were home, we couldn't have imagined a better experience - thank you Megan!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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European getaway I’ll never forget
Reviewed By Bre - Las Vegas, NV | Traveled to Montenegro ~ Europe
Carmel Macciato with extra Carmel
Chai
Megan was a pleasure to work with! I was so impressed with great attitude & desire to help. She coordinated a beautiful European unconventional getaway... from quaint luxury boutique hotel in Montengro to hidden gem wine country stops in Bosnia! Waterfalls on the way to Croatia and assistance with vehicle rentals... she made my trip seamless! Forever grateful for the help Megan provided and would definitely recommend her! Her recommendations made the trip very memorable!
Chai
Megan was a pleasure to work with! I was so impressed with great attitude & desire to help. She coordinated a beautiful European unconventional getaway... from quaint luxury boutique hotel in Montengro to hidden gem wine country stops in Bosnia! Waterfalls on the way to Croatia and assistance with vehicle rentals... she made my trip seamless! Forever grateful for the help Megan provided and would definitely recommend her! Her recommendations made the trip very memorable!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Danube River cruise
Reviewed By Aunt Mary Lou - Bonita Springs, FL | Traveled to Danube | On the River | At Sea
Megan was there for us from start to finish. She even made a booklet of our schedule starting with flights to and from and our daily schedule while on the cruise ship. It was very very helpful. Megan also called us before each flight to wish us a bon voyage and also at the end to check that we got back safely. I never had a travel agent that cared so much about her clients.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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40th Birthday Trip!
Reviewed By JAM - Highlands Ranch, CO | Traveled to Belize | Central America
My husband and I went on a cruise for our 40th birthdays. Megan was amazing in the planning of it all! She helped us find the right timeframe to go, hotels and flights! She made it easy to have everything we needed including our luggage tags for the ship! She was very attentive and checked in often to make sure we were ready for each step of the booking process and even our departure on the cruise! She is very knowledgable about the ports and the cruise lines. This is our second cruise with her and we can't wait to book another!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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So MUCH fun!!!
Reviewed By JacFit - Dallas, TX | Traveled to London | England | Europe
Megan was so great to work with! She had wonderful ideas and really helped keep me on track with what worked best for the trip without overloading us. The app that she used to show all of our trip info and itinerary was super handy. She was always responsive and provided feedback when I came back with my own ideas. It was such an amazing trip!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards


New Zealand Specialist
Hawaii Specialist
Karisma Boutique Resort Properties Specialist
AM Resorts Master Agent
Paul Gauguin Accredited Partner
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Megan has planned multiple trips for me and I know that I’ll have her plan many more. I work a lot and the idea of searching through hotels and flights on the side kept me from using my vacation time for years. In steps Megan who takes the time to understand what you want in a vacation, researches the coolest places to go, and also what you would like most that may be off the beaten path. If you’re wondering if you should go on that vacation, the answer is yes, but do less, and have Megan help!
Trips Megan has planned for me: Thailand, Croatia, Mexico, Iceland, Utah, Nashville, Denver, Vegas, and even to Hangout Fest. Thank you in advance Megan for helping with my future trips! Many more to come!
Lauren, UT
Family Emergency
Megan and Molly at Smart & Savvy Travel were amazing to work with. At first I was I was skeptical as to why using a travel agent for personal vacations was necessary, but then I quickly changed to wonder why I hadn’t used them before! They were extremely responsive, professional, knowledgeable and provided destinations within our request but also alternatives that fit our parameters but that we hadn’t considered. Upon arriving in DR we received news that we had a family emergency and needed to return home immediately. She had strongly recommended we get travel insurance (which we never get!) and we did, so she was able to successfully recoup the majority of our trip fees. We are forever grateful for her responsiveness, communication and compassion – she made, what was a tough day for us, a lot easier to manage. We would highly recommend using Megan and Smart & Savvy Travel. We look forward to rebooking our trip vacation with them in the near future.
Maggie, MN
Moroccan Adventure
I worked with Megan for our trip to Morocco and she was wonderful. She set us up the perfect trip with lots of attention to detail and exactly what we were looking for. She was quick to respond when we had questions and was on top of all of the travel details and changes. Great communication and she really listened to what we were wanting and planned the perfect custom trip just for us. I highly recommend Optimist travel and Megan for all your trip planning needs!
Angela H, Atlanta, GA
European River Cruise
Megan helped my son and I plan our first trip to Europe this December. She treated our travel planning as if it were her own and helped us navigating travel during Covid; I realized how prepared we were as I saw other travelers being pulled aside and trying to get all docs in order in airport! During our layover I see an announcement on news that the country we were flying into was going in lockdown. I contacted Megan at the airport moments before we were to board our flight in a little bit of a panic. She assured me she would take care of everything and for us and to trust her. By the time we landed she had updated everything on our electronic itinerary with explicit instructions on our next steps. We ended up having an amazing detour in Brussels which actually ended up being one of our favorite destinations! Megan is detail oriented and an experienced traveler. I won't plan another trip without her! Highly recommend! Thank you Megan...can't wait for our next adventure!
Michelle M, Sarasota FL