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Katherine Culclasure

Katherine Culclasure

Columbia, SC Travel Agent
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Katherine Culclasure

Columbia, SC Travel Agent
Kindly Compass Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
30 reviews
100% Recommended
12 Years of Experience
Additional Languages
German

Europe and Alaska Travel Specialist

The foundation of my travel expertise is my time lived in Europe. I resided there for 20 years. In that time, I traveled extensively throughout the continent. I have also broadened my horizons to include the state of Alaska. I have planned travel for groups, whether it be family events, groups to Alaska, dance cruises or wine-theme river cruises.
My Travel Specialties

Certificates & Awards

Travel Stories & Media

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My Places

Areas of expertise

Destinations
Austria
Germany
Alaska
Belgium
Bavaria
Denali National Park
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Interests
Arts & Culture
Groups
Independent Travel
Rail
Adventure
Cruises
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Supplier Partners
AmaWaterways
Princess Cruises®
Avalon Waterways
Holland America Line
Avanti Destinations
Cunard®
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My Travel Specialties

Europe Travel Specialist
Europe Travel Specialist
Do you dream of traveling to Belgium and exploring it like a local?  Or are your dreams about visiting Germany or some other Western European country?  If so, let me use my wealth of knowledge to help you make those dreams a reality.  Although I now live in South Carolina, I previously liv...
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Alaska Travel Specialist
Alaska Travel Specialist
I have visited a number of destinations and attractions in this amazing state and have had the great pleasure of: I have experienced two Alaskan cruises.   Seeing the Northern Lights, Taking an Arctic Circle flight to Coldfoot, which is located along the infamous  Dalton Highway of ...
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River Cruise Specialist
River Cruise Specialist
Are you looking for a trip full of culture, great food and a bit of relaxation? If so, then river cruising is for you. I have the experience and training to match the right river cruise line and itinerary for clients. I am certified as an Avalon Waterways and AMA Waterways specialist and have com...
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Cruise Specialist
Cruise Specialist
Are you a first time Ocean cruiser?  If so, I have the knowledge to match you with the right cruise line for your premier voyage.  I am certified as a Master Cruise Line Counselor with the Cruise Line Industry Association (CLIA).  I have trained with several of the cruise lines and have sailed on...
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Group Travel Specialist
Group Travel Specialist
Are you planning a group trip?  If so, I have the experience to help you with your group’s itinerary and destination.  I have arranged travel for dance groups, family reunions, wine connoisseurs and destination Featured Groups.  When working with a group, I coordinate everything: reservations, ar...
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Certificates & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world.Go with the pros.
Anchorage Wild Expert
Master Cruise Line Counsellor
Alaska Railroad Specialist
AMA Waterways Specialist
Avalon Waterways Specialist
Sandals Certified Specialist
Princess Commodore

My Travel Stories

Negril Beach is Stunning
Sandals Negril Seven-Mile Beach
Sandals Negril, Jamaica has been one of my favorite vacations, too. There are so many wonderful things to do here.  I loved walking on Sandals Negril seven-mile continuous white sand beach.  The resort is absolutely stunning and offers many amenities and water activities.  I completed my advanced open water dive certification!  I can honestly at...
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Diving with Sandals Resorts
Scuba Diving at Sandals St Lucia Grande
My trip to Sandals Saint Lucia Grande was an unforgettable adventure! Aside from being one of the most beautiful and relaxing places I have ever experienced, it was diving that became the highlight of the trip. Yes, I earned my PADI open water certificate there. Now that I have my certification, I’ve taken advantage of the Sandals all-inclusive ...
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Brugges Groote Markt
Life in Belgium
Chocolate, waffles, lace and beer. Belgium offers that and so much more! If you are interested in traveling to Belgium, I have the experience to help you create a wonderful trip. I lived and worked in the environs of Brussels for over 20 years. I have visited many of the nation’s sites and know the ins and outs of traveling through this amazing ...
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Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
The Riches of the Mekong River Cruise
Are you Looking to travel to some place just a bit different? I did AMAWaterway's Riches of the Mekong River Itinerary and found it to be totally different than any other travel that I have done.  AMA did a great job offering a variety of included excursions.  The excursions consisted of a mix of cultural, historical and tours of everyday living...
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Urquhart Castle Loch Ness
Scotland
I am fascinated by Scottish history and culture so the focus of my trip to Scotland was visiting its historical sites and mingling with the locals to experience its everyday life. My time in Edinburgh was wonderful, particularly walking the Royal Mile. On this avenue, also known as High Street, we toured Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace ...
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My Photo Albums and Videos
Burgundy/Provence River Cruise
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    CLIENT REVIEWS

    Rating: 5
    30 reviews
    100.00% Recommended
    An excellent detailed travel agent that goes that extra mile
    Reviewed By Norma - Alexandria, VA | Traveled to
    I have been on 3-trips that Kathy has planned; the most recent was a cruise to Bermuda September 2015 with a bottle of wine in our cabin. Kathy is a very detailed orientated travel agent. She covers all details to make a fun worry free vacation. All you need to do is pack your bags. She is always available if you have any questions; promptly returning emails and telephone calls. I was on an Alaska land/cruise that she organized, was such a fun trip with every detail of the trip taken care of. I highly recommend Kathy to plan your next trip. She has a lot of travel experience and is a fun person to work with - she is everything in one package. Book your next vacation with her, will be glad that you did.
    I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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    She makes your enjoyment her top priority!
    Reviewed By SalaZartS - Bradenton, FL | Traveled to
    From the moment I stepped into the cruise ship, I knew I was going to have a great adventure! After all, Katherine was on board herself; This is her BABY! I'm talking about the annual dance cruise that Katherine and her sister put together. She puts that personal touch in every detail; holds back no punches when it comes to adding fun! I haven't any regrets and anticipate going on every one of her dance cruises. I recommend Katherine for any travel adventure!
    I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
    43 of 73 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
    Attentive and Responsive Service Start to Finish
    Reviewed By Karen - Bradenton, Florida | Traveled to
    This was my second trip arranged by Kathy. My first time was with Kathy and a group of dancers on a cruise to Mexico. It was my first cruise and she was there for all of us around the clock. This review will focus on my recent trip to Ireland. Kathy made the planning so easy, taking all the guess work out of exploring packages that included flight, car and BnBs lodging. I would have been overwhelmed with choices and details if she had not taken so much care in booking with all my input. She remained attentive during the trip, addressing my requests even at night and over a holiday weekend. I can't imagine a more attentive and responsive agent. You feel as if you have a caring friend there for you throughout the planning and trip.
    I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
    43 of 74 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
    Outstanding trip to France
    Reviewed By Patti - Fairfax, VA | Traveled to France ~ Europe
    I asked Katherine to design a 9-day trip to Normandy, Amiens, and Paris with a mix of guided tours and time on our own. Everything was perfect—the flights, hotels, our rental car, and most of all the tour guides. All of the transfers and other arrangements worked like clockwork. Katherine’s local connections ensured we had the best guides and most convenient hotels, and I know I could not have replicated the quality or cost of our trip on my own.
    Katherine Culclasure responded
    "Thank you very much for the nice review! I look forward to working with you on your trip. "
    I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
    19 of 31 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
    Fantastic First Time Cruising Experience!
    Reviewed By S.Lee - Haymarket VA | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
    We are first time cruisers and chose Katherine to help us plan a vacation for June 2019 for our family of 5. She is very knowledgeable and answered all our questions via phone and email, spending lots of time going over various cruise lines, prices and miscellaneous cruising info. She led us to the best cruise line for our family's preferences . We had a great time and made lots of great memories with the kids. We loved the cruise line we chose. We will definitely be using Kindly Compass for our future trips (cruising and touring Europe in 2021). It is so nice to have someone with lots of cruising and travel experience to help us plan new adventures. Thank you, Katherine!
    I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
    16 of 27 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO

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