Michelle Varner
Simpsonville, South Carolina Travel Agent
Elite Adventures, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
Years of Experience: 25+
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Leisure Travel Specialist
Do you enjoy long walks on the beach, but also want the excitement and adventure of something new?
Can’t decide between a river cruise and hiking in the mountains? As your personal travel advisor, I can give you the best of both worlds with incredible hand-crafted itineraries personalized to you. Here, I take the time to really get to know you and your family so that I can give you the most out of every trip.
How do I do that?
I begin by curating the perfect itinerary for each client--whether ocean or river cruise, train, air, or land.
I give each client personalized service—and yes, they return home with amazing memories!
I have been a travel agent for 30 years. I am a destination specialist for South Pacific, Western Europe, The Bahamas, The Caribbean & Bermuda. I cruise frequently and specialize in making the most of your cruise experience! Some of my favorite destinations are French Polynesia, The Caribbean, Eastern and Western Med, Baltic, Aegean, and Central American waters!
I have traveled throughout the US, Canada, Bahamas, Caribbean, Turks & Caicos, Mexico, Honduras, Belize, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Monte Carlo, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Italy, Greece, Montenegro, Russia, Turkey, & South Pacific (yes my family & I are travel geeks!).
These experiences aren’t just words on a resume. They are hundreds of special, beautiful memories I share with my family. We still laugh about so many stories that came to life for us on these trips, whether the time we ate an amazing meal with a Mayan family in gorgeous Mexico or the time we saw an incredible play on Broadway or had dinner at the Eiffel Tower. All of these are things my children will remember with fondness for many years to come.
There are a lot of risks in travel and it is important to me to create the right experience for my client so that it meets and exceeds their expectations. I can deliver a completely customized experience from airline, hotels, shared or private transfers, excursions, museum tickets & private and/or group guides, wine tastings, day tours, and more.
If you love to travel and want to work with someone truly in love with travel, then you’ve come to the right place. Contact me at Elite Adventures!
My Areas of Expertise
Western Europe DS
South Pacific DS
Caribbean, Bahamas, & Bermuda DS
Nexion Circle of Excellence, 2018, 2019
Disney College of Knowledge
Friends Getaway
Reviewed By Michael - New York | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Michelle goes above and beyond to find the right vacation for you and I have have never had such a great experience before.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
It's always great working with you and I appreciate your referrals. It's truly the best compliment.
It's always great working with you and I appreciate your referrals. It's truly the best compliment.
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Used Michelle for 27 yrs
Reviewed By Angie - Gray court | Traveled to Mexico
She gives us several resorts to choose from. Answer all questions about area. Gives suggestions of what there is to do. Finds trip in my price range.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank you so much. I look forward to working with you on the next trip!
Thank you so much. I look forward to working with you on the next trip!
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Romantic travel beyond TripAdvisor!
Reviewed By Lance B - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Amsterdam ~ Netherlands ~ Europe
From Amsterdam to Victoria by way of Apulia, Edinburgh, London, Montreal, Seattle and Quebec City! All trips that we've taken through Michelle at Elite Adventures. Unique getaways and experiences for the romantic traveler seeking boutique hotels, private tours and superb regional cuisines. Customized, detailed itineraries and attentive service above and beyond the booking!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
It's always a pleasure sending you somewhere new. It's great fun to work with clients that enjoy seeing new cultures and trying new adventures! Can't wait to work on the next getaway!
It's always a pleasure sending you somewhere new. It's great fun to work with clients that enjoy seeing new cultures and trying new adventures! Can't wait to work on the next getaway!
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
Fabulous trip!
Reviewed By Brett - Rock Hill, SC | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
I have used Michelle for international travel at least three different times over the years She is a real pro - I would highly recommend her to anyone!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank you so much for taking the time to review my services. I look forward to working with you again soon.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review my services. I look forward to working with you again soon.
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
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Reviewed By Doug & Katie - Landrum, South Carolina | Traveled to Norway ~ Europe
My wife and I found Michelle Varner to be helpful, informative, friendly and amazingly knowledgeable. Michelle responded to all our questions quickly and responsively. Her suggestions were spot on. She went to bat for us when we had an issue with the cruise company and got everything resolved. We will work with her again, no question about it!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank you! I look forward to assisting you again soon.
Thank you! I look forward to assisting you again soon.
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
She has helped my wife and I with four trip
Reviewed By Wild and crazy couple - Spartanburg,SC | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Michelle is fabulous. A real expert
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank YOU! I hope we can get you off somewhere "Wild & Crazy soon"!
Thank YOU! I hope we can get you off somewhere "Wild & Crazy soon"!
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
This really was "the best trip of our lives"!!!!!
Reviewed By Yvette - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Michelle planned a Mediterranean Cruise in Europe for a group of us and it was AMAZING!!! The added details on the trip made our overseas travel a breeze.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
I am THRILLED you had such an amazing time! So glad I could assist your group and look forward to sending you somewhere fun soon!
I am THRILLED you had such an amazing time! So glad I could assist your group and look forward to sending you somewhere fun soon!
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
Always a great trip
Reviewed By Joe - Piedmont | Traveled to Aruba ~ Netherlands Antilles ~ Caribbean
Been working with Michelle for almost thirty years. And never been let down.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Joe, thank you so much. It's always great fun working with you!
Joe, thank you so much. It's always great fun working with you!
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great places, great friends...
Reviewed By Jackie and Parks - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Europe
Michelle has helped us with travel plans for years. She is top notch! If ever we've had problems with our travels she has always been accessible and has walked us through. We have recommended her to many of our friends who travel much more than we do and they have all stayed with her.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
It's always great fun planning for you, your family, & friends. Your many referrals are greatly appreciated as they are truly the best compliment. I look forward to planning many more memories for you for years to come.
It's always great fun planning for you, your family, & friends. Your many referrals are greatly appreciated as they are truly the best compliment. I look forward to planning many more memories for you for years to come.
8 of 15 people found this review helpful
East Asia Adventure
Reviewed By Emerald 18 - Simpsonville, SC | Traveled to China ~ East and Southeast Asia
Working with Michelle is phenomenal! She is professional and so knowledgeable. She is prompt arranging travel itineraries and works to keep travel within your budget.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
a travel agent for life
Reviewed By paul - Rock Hill, SC | Traveled to Florida ~ USA
Michelle booked our honeymoon 30 years ago and every trip since, need I say more
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
A Memorable Trip to France
Reviewed By Mary C. - Greenville, SC | Traveled to France ~ Europe
Our trip to France was my first experience working with Michelle, and I have continued to use her services, because she is the best! She is professional, personable and prompt in her communications. Her knowledge and expertise were invaluable. She helped me stay within our budget and offered many helpful ideas. Michelle has helped me plan several trips since then and is always a pleasure to work with.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank you for your very kind words! It's been a pleasure working with you many years now on your travels. I thank you for your continued business and your referrals. I look forward to planning the next adventure.
Thank you for your very kind words! It's been a pleasure working with you many years now on your travels. I thank you for your continued business and your referrals. I look forward to planning the next adventure.
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Travels from 2013 to the present
Reviewed By Angie - Wake Forest, NC | Traveled to Rome ~ Italy ~ Europe
Michelle was recommended to me by a friend in 2013 and planned my first trip abroad to the finest detail. She was able to rearrange my itinerary when unexpectedly I had an opportunity to attend the Wednesday morning Mass with Pope Francis. Transportation, hotels, tours, and recommended experiences were just wonderful! Other trips she planned were Paris, Canadian Rockies, and currently Wimbledon for 2021.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank YOU so much for writing me such a kind review on your experiences! It truly has been great working with you. I look forward to working with you in the future.
Thank YOU so much for writing me such a kind review on your experiences! It truly has been great working with you. I look forward to working with you in the future.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Best trip ever
Reviewed By Awilli96 - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Michelle has helped us with numerous trips and they have always turned out perfectly! We would never use anyone else. We have referred many friends to her and have gotten the same enthusiastic response from them.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. It's been a pleasure to work with your sweet family. I look forward to providing the best possible service for your future reservations.
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. It's been a pleasure to work with your sweet family. I look forward to providing the best possible service for your future reservations.
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Multiple trips over many years!
Reviewed By Al - Greenville | Traveled to Europe
We have worked with Michelle for over 25 years and she continues to deliver both in customer service and fantastic trips!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Al, it's always a pleasure working with you & your family. I look forward to planning more memories for many years to come.
Al, it's always a pleasure working with you & your family. I look forward to planning more memories for many years to come.
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
Fantastic travel agent!
Reviewed By Travel demon - Columbia, SC | Traveled to Europe
I can't say enough good things about Michelle Varner ! We have traveled extensively with her and followed her recommendations with pleasure. She it is very thorough and thinks of every detail. When we have had problems, we call her and she solves them. Flight canceled? Call Michelle and get the rescheduling info without the long line! I never used a travel agent before, but I will never do without one again! I have recommended her to friends and family, and we all use her. She asks good questions to find out what you like, then sends hotel and excursion recommendations based on your tastes. Not only is she efficient, but she is sweet and easy to work with. We love her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank you so much for the great review! I love working with your family and making sure each trip goes off without a hitch. It's truly wonderful to have such great clients that appreciate my expertise & time.
Thank you so much for the great review! I love working with your family and making sure each trip goes off without a hitch. It's truly wonderful to have such great clients that appreciate my expertise & time.
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
Cruise of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By Cjt - Highlands, NC | Traveled to South Pacific
I went on a wonderful cruise to the South Pacific And Michelle took care of every detail. The trip was wonderful and Michellewas great to work with—very responsive and didnt miss any details
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
It was great working with you on such a fabulous trip. Such a beautiful area of the world to explore. I look forward to next time.
It was great working with you on such a fabulous trip. Such a beautiful area of the world to explore. I look forward to next time.
6 of 13 people found this review helpful
Exploring Europe multiple countries
Reviewed By Kevin - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Europe
I have work with Michelle on many family and friend trips. She is thorough and very detail oriented. She can handle difficult groups as well with perfect professionalism. She has also handled group trips for me for high school groups and more recently for my college daughter. I would not even begin to plan a trip without her assistance. She is excellent at vetting all accommodations and activities. She is happy to help with small tasks as well.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
It is always a pleasure to work with your family & friends. I look foward to assisting you in making new treasured memories soon.
It is always a pleasure to work with your family & friends. I look foward to assisting you in making new treasured memories soon.
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
Trip to cancun
Reviewed By Kendell - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Michelle has been great! Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, we were forced to cancel the trip. However, Michelle was super easy to work with and even suggested several other destination locations.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 12 people found this review helpful
Planned lots of trips for us
Reviewed By Lara - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Cabo San Lucas ~ Baja California Sur ~ Mexico
Michelle has planned 4 trips for my family of four and as well as 2 trips for my husband and I. All of the vacations varied in destination as well as type of vacation. We were very pleased with Michelle's services and her ideas for destinations.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
I always enjoy working with you & your sweet family. I look forward to planning many memories for your in the future.
I always enjoy working with you & your sweet family. I look forward to planning many memories for your in the future.
6 of 14 people found this review helpful
Best Vacations
Reviewed By Kim - Greer, SC | Traveled to Hawaii Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Michelle has booked many trips for my family. I tell her where I would like to go and she sends me prices and different hotel options. She handles everything from air, hotel, transfers as well as excursions. She has provided a portfolio with everything I needed from day to day excursions and conformation numbers, with flight information and where to meet our drivers.She researches the best travel insurance and prices for my needs. I have had to place a claim and she has taken care of the entire thing. I have had some wonderful vacation because of her, including Hawaii, Disney Cruise, Disneyland California trip to name a few.
I would recommend Michelle Varner to anyone needing to travel. She is very knowledgeable and can pan a great vacation for you.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Michelle Varner responded:
Thank you so much! It's always great working with you & your family. I look forward to working with you on the next one!
Thank you so much! It's always great working with you & your family. I look forward to working with you on the next one!
3 of 10 people found this review helpful