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Buffy Aronstein

Suffern, New York Travel Agent

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Buffy Aronstein

Suffern, New York Travel Agent

Sunlit Travel, an independent agent with Travel Leaders Roswell, GA

Years of Experience: 11

22 Reviews | 100% Recommended

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Specializing in Empty Nest and Retired Travelers

I know first hand what it is like to finally have the time to travel to see all the places on my bucket list - let me help you see yours! As we get older, our vacations tend to have more meaning. Learning about the wildlife in Alaska or where to find the best lemons for Limoncello in the Amalfi Coast. It's not just about the destination, it's about what we do when we get there.

My Travel Specialties

Empty Nest and Baby Boomer Specialist

There are generally 3 reasons people travel: 1. To Escape - the world can be a stressful place and sometimes we just want a break from it all. No computer, no cell phone, just some rest and relaxation to rejuvenate! 2. To Learn... Read more from my Empty Nest and Baby Boomer Specialist bio.

Travel Consultant - Listening to your needs

I had a very fulfilling career as a Speech Pathologist, but with time, I changed and health care changed and I found my job to be less fulfilling. In 2009, I contracted the flu, which led to pneumonia and a one week... Read more from my Travel Consultant - Listening to your needs bio.

Special Needs Travel Specialist

My background as a speech-language pathologist gives me great perspective in the accessible travel industry. I worked for many years with neurological disorders, so I am comfortable discussing challenges and finding individualized solutions to problems. Whether the need is for an assistive device... Read more from my Special Needs Travel Specialist bio.

Family Travel Specialist

A family vacation means time spent together, away from the everyday stress of life. It is a time for families to relax and create lasting memories. Putting aside work and school allows you to be in the moment with the ones... Read more from my Family Travel Specialist bio.

My Areas of Expertise

DESTINATIONS

INTERESTS

SUPPLIER PARTNERS

CERTIFICATES & AWARDS

Certified Autism Travel Professional - IBCCES

Certified Sandals Specialist

Certified Travel Specialist

Certified Special Needs/Accessible Travel Advocate

Destination Specialist - Hawaii

St.Lucia Specialist

Barbados Specialist

Certified Sandals Specialist

Destination Specialist Aruba

St. Lucia Specialst

Destination Specialist Alaska

Hawaii Specialist

Hyatt Certified Specialist

Aruba Specialist

Destination Specialist Atlantis Bahamas

My Travel Stories

Norwegian Encore

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Italy

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Barcelona

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Universal - it's not just for kids!

When I won park tickets to Universal, I have to admit, I was thinking, "this isn't the best fit for me". I planned a long weekend trip for my husband and I, both in our mid 50's. I worried some of the experiences might not be relevant to us since I... Read more from my Universal - it's not just for kids! story.

All about your VACCINATION CARD

All About Your VACCINATION CARD

There are a lot of questions surrounding the vaccination card. Until there is one centralized way to present proof of vaccination, that card is going to be very valuable. The card provides information regarding which vaccine you received, when to return for your second dose and serves... Read more from my All about your VACCINATION CARD story.

Creative Tourism - Virtual Vacations!

Quarantined for weeks, we are all getting a bit stir crazy! I have walked my neighborhood every day for weeks and although I love where I live, I am definitely getting tired of the same scenery. If the usual activities of cooking, organizing, exercising and reading have been exhausted, consider taking... Read more from my Creative Tourism - Virtual Vacations! story.

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My Reviews

Rating: 5 22 Reviews | 100% Recommended

Best Vacation Ever

Reviewed By Meg - Hackettstown, New Jersey | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA

Buffy was wonderful to work with! She was very knowledgeable and informative regarding all areas pertaining to our trip to Alaska. Buffy was always available to answer our questions and resolve the few issues that arose during our trip. I would highly recommend her to friends and family and look forward to her planning our next vacation.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks so much for the kind words Meg! I am so glad to hear you enjoyed your vacation! Can't wait to work together again!

25 of 43 people found this review helpful

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Honeymoon of our dreams!!

Reviewed By Chris and Samantha - Summit, NJ | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe

Buffy was everything I wanted a travel agent to be and then some! My wife and I got married in September 2016 and Buffy helped me to organize the Honeymoon of our dreams! One of the first things that I liked about Buffy was her eagerness to take the stress out of the whole process for me and especially for my fiance (now wife!)

Long story short, after considering countless travel agents, we decided to give Buffy a shot. And we couldn't have chosen better! She helped us take our vision of the perfect honeymoon and make it a reality. Even when I challenged her with some special requests, Buffy went above and beyond to accommodate me and more then once acted as a champion for my fiance and I when complications arose. She was always available to talk and was quick to respond to questions and requests. I even called her the morning of our flight to help me decide on a electrical adapter! Buffy was absolutely fantastic and I would highly recommend her to my friends and family! Thanks Buff

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

44 of 84 people found this review helpful

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A DREAM HONEYMOON!

Reviewed By Jackie Traver - Pomona, NY | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe

Buffy was so amazing to work with when planning my honeymoon to Greece. She answered every and any question i had, she was super fast when replying to my emails, and she was genuinely eager to create an amazing itinerary for us. She made sure we worked through any conflicts I had with pricing and scheduling, she was super detailed, and explained everything perfectly. We did not have one single issue when we were in Greece because of how precise she was! I absolutely recommend her to anyone, and I plan on using her services again for our next big adventure. Thank you so much Buffy!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
It was my pleasure to be a part of your honeymoon! You were amazing to work with and I am so happy that it was everything you dreamed it would be! I can't wait to plan your next trip!

32 of 62 people found this review helpful

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The trip of a lifetime

Reviewed By Sarah - Nyack New York | Traveled to Bali ~ Indonesia ~ East and Southeast Asia

Buffy was great to work with. She got back to us quickly. My husband and I were originally planning a trip to Greece and after we told Buffy what we wanted out of the trip, she made other great suggestions. She truly tailored the trip to our needs.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thank you so much Sarah! I absolutely loved working with you and Greg! So glad you enjoyed Bali and had a fabulous honeymoon!

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Buffy did the hard work, we had all the fun

Reviewed By Ken - Montvale, NJ | Traveled to Las Vegas ~ Nevada ~ USA

Buffy makes vacation planning simple and hassle-free. She is thorough, patient, and very knowledgeable.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks so much for the review! Glad you had an amazing trip!

28 of 55 people found this review helpful

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Wonderful Mexico Getaway

Reviewed By CC - Brooklyn,NY | Traveled to Mexico

"We enlisted the help of Buffy Aronstein at Sunlit Travel for our Mexico getaway. We could not have chosen better. She gave us multiple options to choose from and all suggestions matched our needs. Due to my spouse's dietary preferences, we ended up deciding on Palmai de Aia in Playa del Carmen. It was a beautiful resort. The staff was professional, very attentive and welcoming. Half way through our vacation, we were already discussing our next adventure at the same resort.

One of the main reasons why we were able to enjoy our beach holiday is because Buffy nailed down every detail. From covid protocols to and from our destination, to showing us which app to download in order to make customs far simpler, and it did! She was on point and readily available right up to the day we boarded the plane.

I would highly recommend her services if you are looking for a tailored trip, whether it be Honeymoon, Babymoon, or just a Romantic Getaway. She will make sure that your every needs are m

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks so much for the kind words, it was an absolute pleasure meeting and working with you! I can't wait to assist you with future vacations!

11 of 22 people found this review helpful

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Our Cayman vacation was just perfect...

Reviewed By Jackie - Katonah | Traveled to Cayman Islands ~ Caribbean

Buffy made my latest travel experience a complete success. Not only was she responsive with planning but she followed up with helpful hints, travel tips, and activity suggestions that allowed me and my family to have a fun, trouble-free vacation. Our Cayman Islands vacation was just perfect... Can't wait to plan our next summer trip to Italy with Buffy Aronstein.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks Jackie! Love seeing those smiling faces! Can't wait to plan the next one!

19 of 39 people found this review helpful

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Another Great Trip!

Reviewed By Chris and Rebecca - Bloomingdale, NJ | Traveled to Playa Del Carmen ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico

Buffy made everything as easy as could be! This is the second time we used her and both times have been hassle free and great experiences! My wife and I are super busy and don’t really have the time to go through the seemingly endless reviews online. Buffy is super knowledgeable, great with communication, and gets the best price plus some extras. We will continue to book vacations through her in the future and will continue to recommend her to anyone looking to travel.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks so much for the kind words! I am so happy you had another GREAT vacation! You are great to work with, looking forward to your next trip!

26 of 53 people found this review helpful

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JAMAICA

Reviewed By MOM AND DOM - PORTLAND, CT | Traveled to Montego Bay ~ Jamaica ~ Caribbean

Buffy was very accommodating. We had some issues with our passports (not her fault) and had to reschedule our trip. She was very responsive and let us know our options every step of the way and made things very easy. I really appreciate everything she did for us. We were very pleased with the hotel that she chose for us and had a great time on our trip. This was not the first trip she planned for us and certainly won't be the last!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks so much for the kind words. I love working with you and your family! Looking forward to creating more memorable vacations for you!

7 of 16 people found this review helpful

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Cross that off the bucket list!

Reviewed By Dee - New York | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA

Buffy was the ultimate professional. She listenened to what I liked to do on vacation and tailored my trip to not only meet but exceed my expectations!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

17 of 36 people found this review helpful

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Fire and Ice Honeymoon

Reviewed By Leah and Avi - Pomona, NY | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA

Buffy helped us design our dream fire and ice honeymoon. She listen to what we both wanted to see, do and experience on our honeymoon. She then helped us plan a cruise to Alaska and a week in Maui. She helped us research and book the cruise excursions and gave us options of places to stay in Maui and car rentals. Before we left she even went over little details with us so that we knew how to get from the airport to the cruise ship port and even pointers on making our first cruise experience even better. Our honeymoon was everything we wanted and more thanks to Buffy.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

43 of 89 people found this review helpful

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Amazing trip in Cancun

Reviewed By RT1022 - New York, NY | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico

Buffy was super great and easy to work with. She planned us the most fabulous vacation in Cancun and we could not have had a better time. She gave us great advice and provided us with the plans for a seamless vacation. This was our second time working with her and I would definitely recommend her planning services to anyone looking for a great vacation!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks Rebecca for the kind words! Always a pleasure working with you! So glad you had a great time!

42 of 88 people found this review helpful

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Exceeded Expectations

Reviewed By CFinkelstein - Fairlawn, New Jersey | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA

Working with Buffy to plan our Hawaiian honeymoon was an absolute breeze and a pleasure. My husband and I were interested in visiting three of the islands (not the easiest trip to create an agenda for) and she was able to provide amazing hotel, restaurant, as well as, activity recommendations. Our expectations were more than exceeded and it was the trip of a lifetime. I have recommended Buffy in the past to friends/family and will continue to do so in the future.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

45 of 94 people found this review helpful

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DREAM HONEYMOON IN PARADISE

Reviewed By Mr. & Mrs. Irace - Middletown, CT | Traveled to Bali ~ Indonesia ~ East and Southeast Asia

We had originally planned on spending our honeymoon in Italy. After going back and forth a few times brainstorming, Buffy created what looked like an amazing itinerary and trip. Then we decided to completely switch things up and go to Bali instead. Buffy went back to the drawing board and put together the trip of a lifetime. 2 weeks - 3 locations - 4 excursions (all private tours) coordinating every aspect of our trip for us. Everything she picked for us worked out perfectly, from the luxurious resorts down to the quality of transportation and the very very kind tour guides we met along the way We could not be anymore pleased with the trip and will definitely use Buffy for all future traveling. We put our trust in Buffy to plan our Honeymoon for us and she knocked it out of the park!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
oh my gosh, you are so kind! I loved working with both of you and can't wait to plan another vacation for you! It was absolutely my pleasure - thank you so much for the kind words!

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Another Relaxing Vacation

Reviewed By Matt W - New York City, NY | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean

For the third year in a row Buffy was tremendously helpful in arranging my trip. Her knowledge of places, personnel and procedures were invaluable. I will use her again in the future

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks Matt! Always a pleasure to plan your family vacations!

29 of 63 people found this review helpful

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Very Helpful

Reviewed By MW - NY | Traveled to Antigua & Barbuda ~ Caribbean

For the second year in a row Buffy has been a big help in booking a last minute vacation. The travel options she provided me with as well as the level of detail is excellent. Even when I had to change the trip at the last minute she was able to make it work. I would highly recommend using her

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

36 of 79 people found this review helpful

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Fun in the sun

Reviewed By Debbie - Airmont, NY | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico

I've worked with Buffy twice. Both experiences have been wonderful. She took time and found us the perfect vacation and stayed within my budget. Looking forward to planning another trip with her soon.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

32 of 73 people found this review helpful

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Awesome Aruba!

Reviewed By LesK - Summit, NJ | Traveled to Aruba ~ Caribbean

Buffy was easy to work with and took our initial idea ("Let's go to Aruba!") and ran with it. She found out that the hotel we'd heard so much about was undergoing a big contraction project during our stay, so she recommended another hotel that we liked even better! Our flights were easy and her restaurant recommendations were spot on. We hadn't worked with a travel agent since our honeymoon 20+ years ago, and Buffy made everything refreshingly easy!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
Thanks Leslie! So happy your family had an amazing vacation and so glad to have been a small part of it!

15 of 40 people found this review helpful

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Travelling Made Easier

Reviewed By Marc - Suffern, NY | Traveled to Aruba ~ Caribbean

Buffy has been handling my travel/vacation planning for a number of years. Her efforts have consistently started at the idea generation phase and typically have not ended until the end of my various trips. She's extremely flexible in her thinking and presenting various options to choose from. Additionally, she has always made herself available (during trips) to answer questions or address issues. She's a pleasure to deal with and I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for assistance in planning a trip or vacation.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

32 of 74 people found this review helpful

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Above and Beyond

Reviewed By M - NY | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea

Most professional we've ever worked with. Had great transport tips to and from airport and seaport, knew the details that were all handled so we had virtually nothing to do. All of the questions promptly answered and attentive. We were difficult as we had last minute changes and Buffy addressed every one without any concerns. Also, a mosquito virus was a threat and we were updated consistently on the possible risks and solutions as they developed. Buffy spent a lot of time researching this situation to keep us safe and appraised.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

31 of 78 people found this review helpful

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Family Celebration to Remember

Reviewed By Alli - Yorktown Heights, NY | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean

Buffy was amazing from beginning to end. She listened to our requests, stayed within our budget and provided fast and thorough responses.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Buffy Aronstein responded:
So happy to have been part of this very special occasion! Thanks for the kind words, you know I love working with you!

23 of 70 people found this review helpful

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Holiday Vaca 2015

Reviewed By Jodi - Suffern, New York | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico

Buffy was great to work with and would recommend her to all of my friends. The resort was great - everything we thought it would be. Buffy took care of all of the planning, and we didn't have to do a thing but enjoy our vacation. Would definitely book with her again!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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Customer Testimonials

Shout Out to Sunlit Travel!

Giving a great shout out to Sunlit Travel for their professionalism, travel creativity and attention to customer travel requirements ! We worked with Sunlit Travel for a virtual trip to Greece during covid to planning the most amazing - bucket list- vacation to Athens, Mykonos and Santorini!! We cannot express how well everything worked.. hotels were amazing with the best locations, car, air and ferry transfers worked amazingly!! Thank you Sunlit Travel for all you did to make this a once in a lifetime experience for my whole family!! Can't wait for the next adventure !! The Costa, Grehl and Paolucci family!!

Provided by L. Costa

Impressed with how smooth it went!

We had an amazing time & were really impressed with how smooth everything went with everything you booked for us. The concierge was super helpful & the room was beautiful. We got a nice bottle of champagne in our room :) We loved the location because it was in a quiet area but still so close to everything- we walked everywhere. Our room had a view of the water - wonderful. The room was quaint but had everything we needed for our stay. We absolutely loved the breakfast & even better that it was served on their rooftop. The agroturismo in San Gimignano was beautiful and they offered dinner which was great. Our room had really great views but was basic. There wasn’t wifi in our building- we had to go to the main building up the road. They gave us a bottle of wine when we checked out which was nice. We learned that it was important to call ahead if you were visiting a winery because they might not be able to take drops in on certain days. But really, we wanted to thank you for everything.

Provided by Carolyn and Sal

Wow, nice job Buffy!

I cannot thank you enough. We had a great trip. The boys and I are your biggest fans.. we walked into the Cabin at Fernie and were all saying “Wow, nice job Buffy” , the place was awesome. Thank you for taking care of the “hiccup” , the credit was very fair. I refused to wrestle with the hotel while trying to be on vacation. Finally I thought to alert you to the situation, you did your thing and made it right. Instantly I was back in vacation mode. Thank you!

Provided by Eric B. Suffern, NY

Thanks for a great Jamaican Honeymoon!

Rebecca and I wanted to thank you for all your help with planning the honeymoon. Everything was amazing and we both had an incredible time. Thanks to some very generous gifts, we ended up upgrading to a master suite with butler service so needless to say, our honeymoon was as about as perfect as could be. The Club Mobay addition was a great call, especially for when we first landed in Jamaica. So thank you for that suggestion as well. I don't have Facebook, but Rebecca will certainly send over some pictures! Thank you again for everything! Chris F.

Provided by Chris F. Mahwah, NJ

Amazing Vacation!

Still a few days left but wanted to THANK YOU. What an amazing place to vacation! We are having a blast! Walked into town twice for dinner, shopping and of course the fish fry. Thanks again for the help! Joe R.

Provided by Joe R. New City, NY

Thanks for a great trip!

We loved EVERYTHING about our trip, it was amazing! Our flights were good, there was no trouble with any of the arrangements. The excursions were so much fun also, especially the ATV which wasn't my first choice ;) All we can think about is where we want to go next! I really appreciate all your help with the planning!I will have to show you some wedding and honeymoon pics next time I see you! :) Thanks again!

Provided by Meredith W - NY