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Katie Turpin, CTA, Travel Agent in Albertville, MN

Katie Turpin, CTA

Albertville, MN Travel Agent
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Katie Turpin, CTA

Albertville, MN · 9 Years of Experience

Katie Turpin, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
5.0
(272)
100% Recommended
Every last detail was amazing!!!!! Fantastic trip!! Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Caribbean, Florida, Alaska, Dominican Republic, Mexico

Interests:

Cruises, All Inclusive, Family Vacations, Escorted Tours, Adult Only

Suppliers:

Globus, Princess Cruises®, Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations, Celebrity Cruises, Delta Vacations

About Me

Thanks for visiting! 

I have a passion for helping others make their travel dreams come true! Whether it's a family trip across the country, or a once-in-a-lifetime journey across the globe; I'll be with you every step of the way!

In my work as a travel adviser, my favorite thing about what I do is helping the apprehensive traveler accomplish trips and travels that they may not have completed without a trusted resource at their side. I do the research and make sure that each and every detail is covered, so my clients can simply relax and enjoy their Bucket List Travel!

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
272 reviews
100% Recommended
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Accessible trip to Dominican Republic
Reviewed By Peggy - Albertville, MN | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Every last detail was amazing!!!!! Fantastic trip!!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I'm so glad your entire family was able to enjoy this wonderful vacation! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Spring Break in Key West
Reviewed By Linda B. - Otsego, MN | Traveled to Key West ~ Florida ~ USA
KATIE MADE GREAT RECOMMENDATIONS AND KEPT IN CONTACT!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I'm glad you enjoyed your trip to the Keys!! I look forward to working with you again next time!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Black Hills Road Trip
Reviewed By Colette - Minnetonka, MN | Traveled to Black Hills ~ South Dakota ~ USA
We did all the "normal" things people do when they're in the Black Hills: Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Needles Highway, Wildlife Highway, Sturgis, Wall Drug, Deadwood, etc. Obviously, most of these places are very commercialized, but, a few definitely worth seeing. I'm glad we had an "agenda" so we didn't miss any of the good stuff!

It was SO easy working with Katie on ALL the plans, etc. No matter what a pain I could be, she was on top of everything! If we go anywhere else, we definitely will be going through Bucket List!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I enjoyed putting this trip together! Where to next??"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Christmas Cruise
Reviewed By Shirley - Albertville, MN | Traveled to Caribbean
So easy to work with! We will definitely use Bucket List Travel /Katie again!!!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"So glad you enjoyed your Christmas on the high seas! I appreciate your business."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fun in the sun in Punta Cana
Reviewed By Tina B. - New London, MN | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Honestly everything went so smooth and great!!! Katie had all ducks in a row and made a wonderful family vacay happen for us! Katie was fantastic...will never go thru another agent but her.
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I'm thrilled you had a great time on your family trip! I look forward to working with you again."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
The Book with Confidence logo tells you that this Travel Advisor has direct access to comprehensive resources for safe and healthy travel, available at their discretion for sharing with clients.  This includes vetting the details on the health and safety protocols implemented by each travel provider in order to recommend the ideal itinerary for each client’s unique needs.
Certified Active & Adventure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Active & Adventure Travel Customer, Destination Knowledge, Active & Adventure Travel Experiences, ATTA Travel Resources, Active & Adventure Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
Certified Leisure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several key components including: Sales and Service, Cruise Sales, Destination and Lifestyle Knowledge,  Programs and Preferred Supplier Knowledge. This is a two year study program.
NCL University - PHD Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
UnCruise Certified Adventurist
UnCruise Certified Adventurist
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Viking Rivers Expert

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 Travel Stories

Who needs a passport?

If it's been awhile since you traveled Domestically or Internationally, the identification "rules" may have changed. Read on for a refresher- Passport For International travel, a passport is the gold standard to prove citizenship and identification. Each passenger, regardless of age, is required to have a current p...
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So glad to be back in the air!!

Flying during a global pandemic - what to know!

After being "grounded" for over five months this year (possibly the longest I've ever been HOME in my adult life!) I knew it was time to dust off my luggage and get back to traveling. Prior to COVID-19, I had my airport routine down to a science, could do it with my eyes closed and my hands tied behind my back. I knew it would be different this ...
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Trip to Turkey

In the Fall of 2018, I was fortunate to spend a week in Turkey as a guest of Intrepid Travel and Peregrine Adevntures. This was my first visit to this part of the world and I wasn't sure what to expect! A group of 12 of us flew from around Canada and the US into Istanbul, Turkey. We toured this beautiful city with our fabulous local guide, Fatih...
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My week in Brazil

When my sister asked if I wanted to join her in Brazil for a week, I quickly accepted, but truly had no idea what to expect. What would come of our week in this beautiful South American country would leave me fallen head over heals in love with these stunning cities, welcoming people, and delicious cuisine. After 14+ hours of trave...
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Client Testimonials

Graduation Trip
For our sons solo graduation trip to Australia and Bali, we chose to work with Katie because of the stellar experiences we had with her previously. We knew she would be extremely organized and communication would be outstanding. We felt confident that she would organize the trip as if she were doing so for her own son. We appreciated Katie giving us choices as to how the trip was planned. We had a say in each detail. It was great to hear from her via email every step of the way. We liked receiving communication very regularly. Katie provided value by always making sure we were on the same page and giving us choices cost wise. It was a difficult trip to plan because we know she wanted to make sure our son had a say, but she also respected us as parents and made sure we were comfortable with the plans. He wanted to cram as much adventure as he could into 3 weeks, and she definitely made that happen. Thank you, Bucket List Travel, again for making his dreams come true!
Melissa L. Cottage Grove, MN
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