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Vanessa Ballard
Vanessa Ballard
Sarasota, FL Travel Agent
Vanessa Ballard
Sarasota, FL Travel Agent
The Journey Group, an independent agent with The Journey Group, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
Luxury and Adventure Travel
Hi! My name is Vanessa and over the past 3 decades I've either been traveling, planning trips for myself and others, or talking about travel! Whether you want an individualized trip with the details planned out for you, or a group type trip with like-minded travelers I have you covered! From Safaris to hiking Machu Picchu, to multi-city European trips and River cruises, I not only book travel and adventures for others but I've been doing it myself for decades. Who better to help you than someone like me with extensive first hand experience?
My Travel Specialties
Certificates & Awards
Client Reviews
My Places
Areas of expertise
Destinations
South Africa
Europe
Canada
New Zealand
Interests
Adventure
European Culture
Cruises
Hiking & Backpacking
Family Vacations
Safari
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Supplier Partners
AmaWaterways
G Adventures
Backroads
Intrepid Travel
Hilton Worldwide
National Geographic Expeditions
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My Travel Specialties
Adventure and Luxury Travel Specialist
Hi! My name is Vanessa and I have spent the last three decades of my life either traveling, reading about traveling, taking photos while traveling or planning vacations for myself/my family and many others. I have been to over 31 countries so far and have done everything from sleeping under the s...
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Adventure Travel
Adventure Travel is a passion of mine that I've not only spent decades doing on my own, but have booked clients on adventures trips in multiple countries/continents with a variety of activities and focus.What is Adventure Travel?? Many people think adventure travel must involve an ag...
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River cruise specialist
Having traveled extensively to Europe over the past few decades one of my favorite ways to see the undiscovered and authentic Europe is by river cruising! Visiting the major European cities are a must, but river cruising is the only way to see the incredible and unique villages scattered along t...
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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.](/images/asta.webp)
![Certified Active & Adventure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Active & Adventure Travel Customer, Destination Knowledge, Active & Adventure Travel Experiences, ATTA Travel Resources, Active & Adventure Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.](/images/cts_adv.webp)
Anchorage Wild Expert
Lindblad/National Geographic Expeditions 360
Certified Journeys Specialist National Geographic
Backroads Insider Specialist
100% Pure New Zealand Specialist
CLIENT REVIEWS
Rating: 4.9
13 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.