Ann Bishop
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Pacific Island Luxury Travel Advisor
Blue lagoon of Huahine Iti
Aloha, Bula, Ia Ora Na, Hello!
As a native of the small European country of Belgium, I have traveled and experienced other cultures and different language settings since I was a teenager. My home town was always a bit too small for me, so I expanded my horizons in Finland as an exchange student, in the USA as a nanny, in the Netherlands, in London, and I finally settled in the beautiful state of Arizona! As I have always been fascinated by azure waters, tropical settings and drinks from a coconut, I have focused my Luxury Travel Advisor role on my true passion: The islands of the Central and South Pacific!
I have visited French Polynesia already twice in the last year and have first-hand and in-depth knowledge of these beautiful islands. I am eager to share this invaluable knowledge with you so your bucket list luxury vacation with your loved one(s) to Tahiti and Islands will become the most memorable ever.
For travelers who are more comfortable staying within the USA territory, there are of course, the gorgeous islands of Hawaii, which I have also visited and I am due for another trip to expand my knowledge even further.
I believe in creating reliable professional relationships and networks with tour operators, tour companies and other professionals in the industry in the regions I specialize in. It will provide great value to you as we work together on crafting the most suitable itinerary for you (whether it is land-based or a cruise, or even a combination of both!).
My own favorite way to travel is on the Paul Gauguin cruise in the South Pacific. It is simply the best way to see the islands and it comes with 5 star service! Once you disembark, you will have gained a few pounds, but also some new friends and a family in the Paul Gauguin crew!
Please contact me at [email protected] should you wish to set up a call to receive a quote for your dream stay in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora, a romantic cruise on the m/s Paul Gauguin with your honey or an escape from work on the island of Kauai.
Let's create memories which will last a lifetime!
Ann (nickname "The Traveling Belgian")
My Areas of Expertise
City Tripping in Sydney, Australia
So what's it like to travel Down Under for a visit to one of the most vibrating cities in the world: Sydney, Australia?
As I suffer from jetlag a lot, I was quite surprised to find out I felt really energetic and rested when I arrived after a 15-hour flight from LAX. I... Read more from my City Tripping in Sydney, Australia story.
Island hopping in Hawaii
The Hawaiian islands were on my list to visit for a long time, and when I finally arrived in Honolulu, I was wondering why I hadn't visited sooner! The island breeze that greeted me at the airport was so refreshing that it put me on "island time" from the moment I... Read more from my Island hopping in Hawaii story.
Paul Gauguin Luxury Cruise from Tahiti
Ia ora na! My boyfriend and I recently experienced the paradise of French Polynesia in an entirely different way than back in December 2018: this time, we stayed in what we like to call a "floating over water bungalow" called the Paul Gauguin cruise ship! Not having to worry about food and drink... Read more from my Paul Gauguin Luxury Cruise from Tahiti story.
Strongly recommend working with Ann!
Phenomenal trip to Disney & Universal!
We have complex travel needs that would probably turn a less customer-focused professional off. Ann does not back down from a challenge, and embraced working with us! She worked directly with the property to advocate for us on many levels - taking away all stress from us in planning this trip.
Going to Disney and Universal with 3 kids is a big deal (logistically, financially, emotionally). Ann was absolutely fluent in all aspects of visiting both franchises, and used her expertise to make sure we optimized our time there, and got the most out of our visit. She gave us insider tips and went above and beyond in researching every aspect of what we wanted to do with our kids.
Ann did not consider her work done, once we were booked. She checked in before and on arrival - and followed up after. A true professional!
Thanks so much! This makes my heart happy :) I can't wait to work with you again!