Polar Expeditions - Antarctica Travel Agent Expert

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Elisa Espinoza, MBA, CTA, CCC, VTA, Travel Agent in Escondido, CA

Elisa Espinoza, MBA, CTA, CCC, VTA

Escondido, CA Travel Agent
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Elisa Espinoza, MBA, CTA, CCC, VTA

Escondido, CA · 9 Years of Experience

Dreamworld Vacation Concierge, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(96)
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Antarctica, Deception Island, Drake Passage

Interests:

Cruises, Adventure, Family Vacations, Groups, Adult Only

Suppliers:

Silversea, Viking, Tauck, Atlas Ocean Voyages, Adventures By Disney

About Me

Gentoo Penguin - Antarctica
Gentoo Penguin - Antarctica

There is so much to share in this area of my other love of travel and globetrotting the world – Polar Expeditions. 

Expeditions are the latest trends in the travel market. Antarctica, Arctic Circle – North Pole, Iceland, Greenland, Galapagos Expedition, and Patagonia. 

The percentage is small of those individuals that travel to the polar regions and reach all seven continents. I have to say I am one of those individuals and love that I have those bragging rights. 

Taking an expedition ship to Antarctica is not a trip that will easily be forgotten. The two polar regions give you much to explore. From the Galapagos and Patagonia in the south pole to the Arctic Circle and Iceland to see the Northern Lights. 

In 2022, I was fortunate to experience my own expedition on Ponant to Antarctica, which has become one of the most paramount journeys of my life. The expedition to Antarctica is highly sought after by those 7th continent chasers, which pushed me to travel there.

What’s next? The North Pole is on my bucket list.

Additional Languages
Spanish

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
96 reviews
100% Recommended
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Perfect vacation
Reviewed By Judy - Seaville, NJ | Traveled to Florida ~ USA
From beginning to end, everything ran smoothly!
Elisa Espinoza, MBA, CTA, CCC, VTA responded
"Judy, It was my pleasure helping your and the girls with your family vacation. Our planning paid off for a smooth vacation. Looking forward to planning your next adventure!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our magical vacation
Reviewed By The Ortiz Family - Bronx NY | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
It was really magical, fun, exciting. We enjoyed every moment of it. I just wanna say thank you Elisa for all you did to make our vacation memorable I can’t wait for the next destination you have plan for us. From the bottom of my heart I just wanna say thank you for making this vacation one of the best ever. ??
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Awesome !
Reviewed By Edgar - Escondido | Traveled to Disneyland ~ California ~ USA
It was an pleasure working with Elisa, her experience and great planning tips made us enjoy more of our trip , even with last minute changes she was able to accommodate everything we asked of her .
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Walt Disney world 2018
Reviewed By Dina - Bellevue, Iowa | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Elisa did a great job, we had a little glitz but she got it all straighten out.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Creating new memories
Reviewed By Jim - Wilmington vt | Traveled to Florida ~ USA
Pure excellence, professional, very kind and always available to answer questions and take care of concerns.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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The Luxury Leaders Alliance is a unique networking environment for a carefully selected group of luxury advisors that have common experience, skills and mindset. Through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and educational opportunities, these elite advisors are empowered to provide sophisticated, personalized experiences to luxury travelers.
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Luxury/Experiential Customer, Destination Knowledge, Luxury Travel Experiences, Luxury Programs, Luxury/Experiential Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
Trusted Travel Advisor: A Trusted Travel Advisor credentials, resources and global connections translates to today’s consumer in respectful interactions, confidentiality, knowledge, and client advocacy of travel services provided in parallel with building long lasting client relationships that builds with each interaction.  A Trusted Travel Advisor knows their client better than the client may know themselves and puts those polishing touches on each travel collaboration.
ASTA Verified Travel Adivsor

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