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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
(18)
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:
Croatia, Italy, Caribbean, East and Southeast Asia, ThailandInterests:
Adventure, Luxury, All Inclusive, Honeymoons, GroupsSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, G Adventures, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, Princess Cruises®, UnCruise AdventuresAbout Me
Custom Luxury Itineraries
Hi, I’m Megan and I look forward to working with you!
I design seamless, thoughtfully curated travel experiences tailored to each client. I specialize in the Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and custom European itineraries, creating well-paced journeys that blend culture, relaxation, and unique local experiences.
I also specialize in European river cruises, helping clients choose the right cruise line and itinerary, often pairing them with customized pre- and post-cruise stays.
My services are best suited for travelers seeking a fully customized, high-touch experience with elevated accommodations and personalized planning.
I am often traveling or working across time zones, so email is the best way to reach me: [email protected]
Follow along on Instagram: @theoptimiststravel
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Croatia, Italy, Caribbean, East and Southeast Asia, ThailandInterests:
Adventure, Luxury, All Inclusive, Honeymoons, GroupsSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, G Adventures, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, Princess Cruises®, 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
18 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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Our favorite family vacation
Reviewed By Italy2026 - Little Silver, NJ | Traveled to Italy | Europe
Megan planned a 10 day trip for our family of 4 (kids 20 &19) to Rome and Tuscany. She listened to all of our wants and needs and planned an itinerary (with a revision) after a second detailed conversation, that absolutely nailed what we envisioned. Our trip went flawlessly and we had an incredible vacation. Megan’s knowledge and planning let us sit back and enjoy Italy comfortably stress free. I highly recommend using her for your next trip!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The very best trip we’ve ever taken
Reviewed By Castro Family - Florida | Traveled to Italy | Europe
Wow what an incredible experience our trip to Italy was! My husband will never travel again without Megan’s except planning. Everything was top notch pick ups, hotels, excursions, dinning recommendations, city guides, and travel tips. We traveled to Italy, four regions in 17 days and had the best experience we’ve ever had on a vacation. We highly recommend using Megan for your next dream vacation.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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London to Liverpool and everything between
Reviewed By Jenn - Dallas, Tx | Traveled to England | Europe
From the start Megan was able to see our vision and make our trip across the memorable. The Merseyside derby (Everton vs Liverpool) was the reason for our trip and Megan was able to make it happen, even when the match got moved to a different day. She made sure our transfers were in place and that we would still be able to make our tours (Beatles and East London). Megan gave great tips and tricks to make this trip unforgettable. I highly recommend Megan for travels, and plan to use her again in the future.
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New Zealand Specialist
Hawaii Specialist
AmaWaterways Certified Advisor
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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