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Bonnie Lee
Albertville, Minnesota Travel Agent
Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Specialist
Our vow renewal at Sandals Royal Bahamian
Let us take away the stress, help pick the perfect location and make your big day a truly unforgettable experience. I believe that a flawless destination wedding, honeymoon or anniversary getaway comes to realization when couples take advantage of the perks of working with a romantic travel specialist partnering with Funjet Vacations.
I am so passionate about romantic travel that I teach a class on how to plan the perfect destination wedding, vow renewal and honeymoon! We help our clients by providing details out of the ordinary from other destination vacations. For example, will there be a full moon the day of your wedding. Why you ask? Have you ever seen wedding photos with a full moon rising over the ocean? It’s breathtaking!
The photo below? After planning 100's of destination weddings, vow renewals and honeymoons, it was finally our turn. We celebrated 38 years of marriage at Sandals Royal Bahamian in July of 2012 with a private vow renewal on the beach, and yes the moon was full that evening.
Your exceptional day begins with just a call or email to my office. From there your once in a lifetime getaway experience begins to take shape.
A bit more about me...
I've been in the romantic travel industry since 1994 and have been continually recognized for my innovative ideas and successss. Most recently, I was awarded Sandals Resorts' Star Award for being one of the Top 10 Sandals Agencies Worldwide! I was also recognized by Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal as one of their "25 Women to Watch" for my leadership and role in the travel community.Related Travel Experiences
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Sandals Negril Luxury & Romance
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Unique Destination Weddings in Jamaica
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Destination Weddings Hyatt Zilara & Hyatt Ziva
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My Reviews
11 of 20 people found this review helpful
Alaska Trip of a Lifetine
Reviewed By BobbiJo - Pequot Lakes, MN | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
We traveled with our kids and my parents and my in laws to Alaska on Celebrity. Bonnie arranged that our cabins be together and fall our private shore excursions. Talk about a trip of a lifetime, this was it.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
I am so happy you enjoyed it....
I am so happy you enjoyed it....
11 of 20 people found this review helpful
Wedding in Paradise
Reviewed By Ruth - Atlanta, GA | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Bonnie's recommendation for our destination location to be Sandals Emerald Bay was spot on. She helped to get all of our guests booked, worked to get the best hotel contract. We were so surprised at the concessions she was able to negotiate due to our group size made our wedding so much more than we could have ever done on our own.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
And...If I remember correct...There was a perfect full moon!
And...If I remember correct...There was a perfect full moon!
11 of 21 people found this review helpful
Palace in Playa
Reviewed By FrancisT - Minneapolis, MN | Traveled to Playa Del Carmen ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
We loved our stay at the Palace resort in Playa delCarmen. Bonnie made sure we got a great resort credit that we could use for all kinds of extras that made our trip really special.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
The resort credits sure make it so you can have a really great time doing some really great extras!
The resort credits sure make it so you can have a really great time doing some really great extras!
12 of 23 people found this review helpful
A Moose in the road!
Reviewed By LoriPete - Hanover, MN | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
We weren't sure which cruise line to Alaska would be the right one for us. Bonnie recommended Holland America with a tour into the Yukon. Everything was perfect, even the moose in the road.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
I am so glad you liked the Yukon. Thank you for calling and letting me know all about your experiences!
I am so glad you liked the Yukon. Thank you for calling and letting me know all about your experiences!
13 of 25 people found this review helpful
Rockymountaineer
Reviewed By mark m - Youngstown, PA | Traveled to Canada
A group of us traveled on the Rocky Mountaineer. I couldn't believe how perfect the fall colors were. Our trip was flawless.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
Your trip was easy for me to recommend Mark since I did the same RM route myself. There is something about the fall weather that I knew you and your group would love!
Your trip was easy for me to recommend Mark since I did the same RM route myself. There is something about the fall weather that I knew you and your group would love!
10 of 20 people found this review helpful
Hawaii on Norwegian Cruise
Reviewed By WallaceJohn - Albertville, MN | Traveled to Hawaii Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Who would have thought of taking a cruise to Hawaii? Not us for sure. We wanted to see all the islands but didn't want to do all the flying and airport time. bonnie recommended an NCL cruise around the Hawaiian islands. It was perfect. It was like 1 hotel room that followed us around the islands. Who would have thought!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
I am so happy you liked it. It's a great way to see Hawaii!
I am so happy you liked it. It's a great way to see Hawaii!
10 of 21 people found this review helpful
Simply the BEST!
Reviewed By Betty - Maple Grove, MN | Traveled to Germany ~ Europe
Just the BEST time of our lives on the Avalon Cruise Bonnie helped plan for us. Can't say anything more than that. It was the best.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
I agree. The best...Avalon Cruise on a Panoramic Ship in a suite...doesen't get any better than that
I agree. The best...Avalon Cruise on a Panoramic Ship in a suite...doesen't get any better than that
12 of 25 people found this review helpful
Alaska on Celebrity
Reviewed By GramaJo - Brainerd, MN | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Our Alaska Celebrity cruise was just a dream before we found Bonnie. We had lots of ideas, but didn't know how to make them come true on our budget. With the help of a Celebrity Cruise sale and a call from Bonnie. Our dream came true!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
Alaska is truly a family opportunity to enjoy each other and learn all about mother nature! I hope the kids enjoyed the helicopter ride over the glacier.
Alaska is truly a family opportunity to enjoy each other and learn all about mother nature! I hope the kids enjoyed the helicopter ride over the glacier.
10 of 21 people found this review helpful
Honeymoon at the Vine
Reviewed By Gracies - Long Lake, MN | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
We went to bonnie to find help choosing a destination for our honeymoon. She recommended Secrets the Vine in Cancun because we are wine lovers and foodies. Her recommendation exactly what we needed to unwind from the wedding.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
One of my favorite resorts!
One of my favorite resorts!
9 of 20 people found this review helpful
El Dorado Seaside
Reviewed By CandaceT - Albertville, MN | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
We loved our stay at the El Dorado Seaside. Every year a group of us have traveled together since high school. It's time away for all of us with , as wee get older a touch of elegance. The Eldorado had a ton more than just a touch of elegance. We loved it!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
One of my favorite places. Riviera Cancun and an El Dorado resort!
One of my favorite places. Riviera Cancun and an El Dorado resort!
10 of 22 people found this review helpful
roaming the Rockies!
Reviewed By ZoeD - Pittsburgh, PA | Traveled to Canada
Our trip through the Rocky Mountains was perfect. We traveled as a group early September, the Fall weather could not have been better. Bonnie gave us a great recommendation to travel a bit off season to get away from the crowds.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
I love the Rocky Mountaineer. Nothing beats sipping your drink of choice traveling through the Rockies.
I love the Rocky Mountaineer. Nothing beats sipping your drink of choice traveling through the Rockies.
9 of 21 people found this review helpful
Azul Beach Resot
Reviewed By SP - Minneapolis | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Bonnie recommended the Azul Beach resort for our family vacation. I didn't think it was possible for a resort to be so centered to kids. The resort was absolutely perfect for our family.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
With little ones like the 2 of you have, I really felt the AZUL Beach would be perfect for you. I am so glad you liked it and were able to relax and enjoy!
With little ones like the 2 of you have, I really felt the AZUL Beach would be perfect for you. I am so glad you liked it and were able to relax and enjoy!
9 of 21 people found this review helpful
The Perfect Honeymoon
Reviewed By mrsjonq - Indianapolis, IN | Traveled to Negril ~ Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Sandals Negril was the perfect recommendation for our honeymoon. We can't thank Bonnie enough for all her help and guidance.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
I am glad it was all you wanted it to be. Did you and Jon have your butler set up that beach breakfast? I sure hope so.
I am glad it was all you wanted it to be. Did you and Jon have your butler set up that beach breakfast? I sure hope so.
9 of 22 people found this review helpful
Balcony with a view!
Reviewed By KaylieK - Buffalo, MN | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
Our honeymoon at Secrets Puerto Vallarta was just was I dreamed it would be. We had a BIG soaking tub on the balcony and an beautiful view down the bay. Every morning I enjoyed a hot coffee and a long soak in the tub. Thank you Bonnie!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
The view down the Bay of Banderas is perfect any time of the day.....glad you enjoyed your mornings.
The view down the Bay of Banderas is perfect any time of the day.....glad you enjoyed your mornings.
9 of 24 people found this review helpful
Balcony with a view!
Reviewed By KaylieK - Buffalo, MN | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
Our honeymoon at Secrets Puerto Vallarta was just was I dreamed it would be. We had a BIG soaking tub on the balcony and an beautiful view down the bay. Every morning I enjoyed a hot coffee and a long soak in the tub. Thank you Bonnie!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
That's what I did too on my stay! The view down the bay is beautiful.....
That's what I did too on my stay! The view down the bay is beautiful.....
43 of 92 people found this review helpful
Great service every time.
Reviewed By Kaufman Family - Monticello | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
My wife and I have booked our travel through Bonnie for many years. Through the years, the kids have grown, so the resort choices have changed, the the service has remained exactly the same, customized to us. I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
Mary thank you so much.
Mary thank you so much.
45 of 97 people found this review helpful
Destination Wedding Dream Come True
Reviewed By S & W - Minnetonka, MN | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
We had our destination wedding in January of 2015 at Sandals Whitehouse in Jamaica. Bonnie and her office worked to co-ordinate all of our guests coming from different cities through out the United States. We had a last minute snow storm traveling out of Minneapolis the morning of our departure.I was nervous due to the fact that it looked like our flight might be cancelled. I got a call from Bonnie around 10am the morning before our departure letting me know that they were monitoring the storm, and would update not only us, but all of our travelers to any potential issues as they might be announced by the airline. Mother nature was good to us, we all departed on time and arrived perfectly.
The wedding went off without a hitch. So much more than I ever could have imagined, because of the initial guidance that led us to Sandals Whitehouse.
S & W
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
Your group was amazingly fun to work with. Best wishes to your new life!
Your group was amazingly fun to work with. Best wishes to your new life!
8 of 24 people found this review helpful
Beaches Turks
Reviewed By MammaBear - St Michael, MN | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands ~ Caribbean
Beaches Turks and Caicos and a beautiful house on the beach with 4 bedrooms. Mom, dad, grama, grampa and 3 grand kids all staying together but with our own rooms our own space, and with a butler no work.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Bonnie Lee responded:
The 3 bedroom house on the beach with the loft....was definitely the right size. I am glad the space was perfect for you.
The 3 bedroom house on the beach with the loft....was definitely the right size. I am glad the space was perfect for you.