Europe, River and Egypt Specialist

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Mendy Kooi, Travel Agent in Edmond, OK

Mendy Kooi

Edmond, OK Travel Agent
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Mendy Kooi

Edmond, OK · 8 Years of Experience

Prime Time Travel, Inc, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(46)
100% Recommended
Mendy has been amazing to work with! We have used her for difficult group travel and solo trips. She is always attentive to all the details... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Vienna, Florence, London, Paris, Cairo

Interests:

River Cruises, Cruises, European Culture, Luxury Cruises, Solo Travel

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Viking, Silversea, Tauck, Celebrity Cruises

About Me

Palace in Portugal
Palace in Portugal

During the past 20 years, I have helped more than 1,000 travelers explore this great, big, beautiful world. In the process, I have accumulated a vast amount of first-hand experience on some of the most fascinating places in the world.  One of the most important things I learned during this period was how to get a traveler the most travel bang for their buck.  It is important for me to find interesting and fulfilling excursions, activities and tours that will give clients the best travel experience all while staying in excellent hotels in the best locations.

Besides staying busy booking travel for clients,  I also travel to explore and learn.  I have family members who live in Austria, so I try to head to Vienna as much as possible.   Besides many places in Europe, other destinations I have traveled to include but are not limited to:

  • Egypt
  • Honduras
  • Japan 
  • China
  • South Korea
  • Russia

One of the "bonuses" of my frequent travels are the personal connections I have developed over the years with hotels and guides in some of the major cities. Because of these connections, I'm often able to give my clients a more personalized experience as they explore their dream destination.

During my travels, I have discovered many unique tours and excursions that I enjoy sharing with my clients. That means you can expect the unexpected from me. For example, while those packaged itineraries you find on the Internet will only include a standard "city tour," I'll help you find that excursion with a twist. In Japan, it might be the Ghost Tour of Kyoto. Or if you're heading to Austria, I might suggest the "Dark Secrets of Vienna." If you are an art lover, like me, I can give you suggestions on exceptional museums, since I have visited many of the great ones during my journeys to Europe.  

I also have a special passion for river cruises, especially in Europe but also in the US and Asia.  I would love to sit down and visit with you about this unique experience.   It is a great way to see some unique destinations up close and you only have to unpack once.

In addition to my travel experiences, I have also earned training certificates from the following suppliers:

  • RIVER CRUISES:  Viking Cruise Line, AMA Waterways, Avalon Cruise Line, Uniwold River Cruises, American Cruise Line
  • OCEAN CRUISES:  Windstar Cruises, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
  • RAIL: Rocky Mountaineer, Rail Europe
  • TOUR PACKAGES:  Globus Family of Brands,  Insight Vacations, G Adventures National Geographic Tours, Disney's College of Knowledge.

So are you ready to explore the world? Then please contact me and I would be happy to help. I have the experience and knowledge necessary to create a unique and personalized vacation for you that will also be within your budget.   

Set up your free consultation now.  https://calendly.com/m-kooi-primetimetrvl/travel-initial-consultation

 

Your trip, your way!

My Testimonials

Mendy did an excellent job for us. She was very knowledgeable about the area that we were traveling in Austria. She was very prompt at providing information and our trip experience was flawless.  - Denise

Mendy was great to work with. She listened to what we were wanting, offered suggestions, then made it happen. Our trip was perfect and we had no worries because Mendy took care of everything for us.  - Beth

Mendy is very knowledgeable of all cruise options and was able to guide us through all of our questions. She is easy to work with....and very experienced in all aspects of travel. She has excellent knowledge of AMAWaterway cruises.  - R&I

 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
46 reviews
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Reviewed By KJ - OCiH - Edmond, OK | Traveled to Austria ~ Europe
Mendy has been amazing to work with! We have used her for difficult group travel and solo trips. She is always attentive to all the details and very quick to respond.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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One of the best trips. Yes
Reviewed By Action J - Edmond, Ok | Traveled to Las Vegas ~ Nevada ~ USA
She was prompt and very helpful.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Birthday Party on the Hudson!
Reviewed By Sharon - Edmond, OK | Traveled to Newark ~ New Jersey ~ USA
Mendy was eager to help me, prompt, and genuinely interested in what I was looking for.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Italy Extension
Reviewed By Sherri and Buddy - Midwest City, OK | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Very good communicator. Very helpful. Offers good suggestions that appeal to customers.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great Customer Service
Reviewed By Patti - Oklahoma | Traveled to Amsterdam ~ Netherlands ~ Europe
Mendy handled everything for us down to the smallest of details. She kept us updated on all option changes or trip changes. We did not have to worry about any details. All we had to do was show up and have a great time. She is wonderful!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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Avalon Waterways Specialist
Avalon Waterways Specialist
Celebrity Learning Certification
Celebrity Learning Certification
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
Princess Commodore Certified
Princess Commodore Certified
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
AMA Academy
AMA Academy
AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
ASTA Verified Travel Advisor

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

Bucket List!  Riding a camel at the Pyramids!

My Egypt Adventure: A Journey Through Time

Some trips change you forever.  Egypt is one of them. After a foggy delay and a very long journey from Oklahoma City, I finally arrived in Cairo.  Exhausted, but the moment I looked out over the Nile from my room, I knew every hour of travel had been worth it. Since we arrived a day early before our cruise, I explored Old Cairo wit...
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Overlooking the Beautiful City of Porto

Christmas River Cruise on the Douro

Before heading to Vienna to spend Christmas with our grandkids, we decided to treat ourselves to something a little different—a river cruise on Portugal’s Douro River. What started as a scenic getaway turned into a heartwarming and magical journey through history, tradition, and unforgettable landscapes. The quiet beauty of Portugal in December,...
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