Mary McWilliams
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Africa and Ireland Travel Specialist
I took my first real big trip abroad when I studied in Europe in law school in 1994. I put a backpack on my back and traveled before my classes started in Ireland. I spent time in London, Greece, Italy, Austria, Germany, France, Amsterdam, Switzerland, Ireland and the Czech. Republic that summer. It took 20 years before I was able to go back to Europe. But my passion for travel was re ignited in 2014 with my fabulous trip to Italy. I decided then that I loved to plan and research vacations. The travel bug hit me hard! Slowly I started to do all my own research. An idea came to me as I planned my daughters senior trip to Greece this spring. It crystallized as I spent some time in Mexico with my family in June. I wanted to become a travel agent. Spring forward to now. On a Whim Travel, LLC is a reality.
I am an independent contractor with RSVP Events & Travel (https://rsvpeventsonline.com and http://stlouismo.vacation.travelleaders.com).
I am so excited to have the partnered with Marcie and her team. I am certified as a South African Travel Agent, an Ireland travel agent, a Mexico travel agent. I continue to learn and expand my knowledge base. Every chance I get I am trying to learn as much as I can. The thought of helping people plan their adventures sounds incredible.
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Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore ~ Andre Gide
Certified South African Specialist
Lioness hunting in Botswana
Traveling- it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller ~ Ibn Battuta
I am confident that myself or Marcie and her team can happily take care of any travel need you or your friends or family might have. No trip is too big or too small...even if it is just a trip to Las Vegas, or a short trip to Seattle, or perhaps it is your destination wedding, or you have a large group traveling! On a Whim Travel, LLC and RSVP Events & Travel has you covered!!!!Did you know booking your vacation through a travel agent never costs more than booking it yourself? Not only can it save you money, it saves you hours of endless online research.I am here for you before, during and after your trip. No Extra Charge.
My Areas of Expertise
Zimbabwe
As we set out for Zimbabwe it wasn't the trip we had hoped for..our bush plane couldn't fly due to the rain, so it was a long overland journey first in a bus and then in a safari car with Bee our guide. A safari car has "African Air conditioning" and... Read more from my Zimbabwe story.
Rwanda...It touched my soul
We were greeted after almost 24 hours of traveling by Aimable who met us at the gate and was so gracious and escorted us through immigration. He delivered us to the capable hands of Herbert who has been wonderful. I learned about Herbert and his history. He was 13 in 1994.... Read more from my Rwanda...It touched my soul story.
Ireland and the traffic circles
I can never decide if I could live anywhere else if it would be Ireland or Italy. They are my two favorite countries to visit. Ireland holds a special place in my heart. I studied there in 1994 for my summer abroad in law school and watched the slow speed chase... Read more from my Ireland and the traffic circles story.
Belize Adventures
African a Safaris with Gorillas and the Big Five
Thanks for the great review! I am glad you enjoyed your trip.