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Shannon Hanes
Shannon Hanes
Los Angeles, CA Travel Agent
Shannon Hanes
Los Angeles, CA Travel Agent
A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
Italy, Greece, Africa, Europe & Tahiti Specialist
I am part of 58 Stars Travel, a luxury travel agency in the Seattle area. I love traveling which led me to become a travel advisor. Some of my favorite places to travel have been Europe, the South Pacific including Australia and New Zealand along with Africa. Each year I strive to go somewhere new. I also love to revisit favorites such as Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Spain, England, Scotland, Tahiti, France, The Netherlands, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Greece, Israel and more. Exploring new cultures, seeing new places.. nothing can beat it! I'm heading to Italy, Denmark, Tahiti, Croatia and Asia this year. Let me help you plan the perfect experience for you!
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My Travel Specialties
Luxury Travel Specialist
I have been traveling for most of my career and personal life.The joy of discovering a new place and experiencing it's history and culture cannot be beat. I specialize in luxury travel. Luxury has many definitions and to me it's an extraordinary stay and with unique experiences in a destination. ...
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Italy Travel Expert
Italy has something for everyone! I meet with my Italy partners at least once every year.
A country rich in history and monuments, it also offers stunning countryside and less traveled areas for if you want to get away from the hustle of the cities.
Rome is the starting place for...
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Tahiti (French Polynesia) Expert
There is everything to love about French Polynesia! It's a short 7.5 hour flight from Los Angeles, Seattle or San Francisco. All flights go into the main airport of Papeete on the island of Tahiti. Each island is different and has it's own charms. The most visited islands are Bora Bora and Moo...
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Greece Travel Specialist
Greece is a wonderful destination for couples and families alike. It's quite diverse and offers many experiences that are off the beaten path. The hisrory and culture along with culinary experiences are unmatched
Athens is a must see for it's diverse food and it's amazing history, architec...
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Australia and New Zealand Specialist
It's a bit of a journey to get to Australia and/or New Zealand. In fact many people think it's easy to combine them into one trip, it's really not. They are both so diverse and are actually a 3 hour flight apart with time zone changes. New Zealand offer everything from stunning beaches to verda...
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Africa and Safari Specialist
My dream trip to Africa started in South Africa and included Zimbabwe and Victoria Falls. Travel to Africa can be logistically complex. There are so many places and countries to see, a lot of safari and city choices plus the complexity of navigating between them. You may be dreaming of a big 5 S...
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Special Interest Focused Groups Specialist
58 Stars Travel has created a unique small luxury group experience. We curate trips that are expert led to destinations all over the world. Most recently, we've been working with chefs who curate an 8 to 10 day trip with us that they join and lead to destinations all over the world. These chef ...
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Destination Wedding and Honeymoon Expert
I love working with destination wedding and honeymoon couples! Planning the dream honeymoon for a couple means really listening to their needs and creating experiences that fits their budget and expectations. This could mean shifting destinations due to cost or travel time. Top honeymoon desti...
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Japan Specialist
Japan isn't just cherry blossoms! Ok, they are gorgeous and that is a popular time to visit Japan and the city of Kyoto. There is just so much more to see! Japan boasts huge cities such as Tokyo but also remote countryside, small villages, beaches and so much culture and history.
Tokyo...
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Europe Travel Expert
Europe is such a diverse area packed with amazing cities, beautiful countryside, history, culture and food.
Explore beach and coastal cities such as Barcelona and Spain with is amazing architecture and beautiful coastline. Or head to the island of Ibiza or Malllorca. Explore small fishin...
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Scotland, England and Ireland Specialist
Kings and Queens, castles and countryside, highland and lowlands, the British Isles and Northern Ireland offer it all.
London is a vibrant city offering a rich history, a thriving art and theater scene, shopping, and excellent museums. There is even a strong foodie culture with excellent...
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Certificates & Awards
AMA Academy
AmaWaterways Specialist
Avanti Certified Expert
Aussie Specialist
Aussie Tourism Specialist
Sandals Wedding Specialist
Certified Tahiti Tourisme Specialist
Hawaii Destination Specialist
New Zealand Destination Specialist
Certified Sandals/Weddings Specialist
My Travel Stories
Festive season in France and Switzerland
Winter of 2021 proved to be a challenging time to experience the Holiday Markets in Europe. My planned trip took a detour when Omnicron arrived at the same time I did to Amsterdam. Traveling with my mom as a retirement gift, we still made the best of it. We decided to head to Paris, one of my favorite cities. Only a few holiday markets were ...
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My Photo Albums and Videos
South Africa and Zimbabwe 2023
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Europe!
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Some of my favorite places!
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Swarovski Christmas Tree at Zurich Main Train Station
South Africa and Zimbabwe 2023
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CLIENT REVIEWS
Rating: 5
45 reviews
100.00% Recommended
My Places
When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.
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