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Rusty Pickett, VTA, MBA
Rusty Pickett, VTA, MBA
Charleston, SC Travel Agent
Rusty Pickett, VTA, MBA
Charleston, SC Travel Agent
Shellback Cruises, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
Certified agent experienced in all types of travel
At Shellback Cruises, we will use our extensive experience and expertise to plan the dream adventure of a lifetime, focusing on satisfying your needs and desires in the most personalized way possible". I am your value interpreter. Using my expertise, I create memorable experiences that exceed your every desire. With my services, you can be confident that your vacation will be perfectly planned, hassle-free, and filled with moments you will never forget.
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Areas of expertise
Destinations
Morocco
Bermuda
China
Japan
Ireland
Trans-Atlantic
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Interests
Adventure
Beach Vacations
Cruises
Heritage
River Cruises
Small Ship Cruises
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Supplier Partners
Avalon Waterways
Celebrity Cruises
CIE Tours
Globus
Princess Cruises®
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
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My Travel Specialties
Cruise & Worldwide Travel Speciaist; USN Retired
With so many travel options out there, it can be overwhelming. I work as your "value interpreter."
Using my expertise, I create memorable experiences that exceed your every desire. With my services, you can be confident that your vacation will be ...
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Ireland - 40 Shades of Green
Ah, what can you say about one of the most beautiful and friendly countries in the world. My mother's family emigrated in the 1840's just after the potato famine, and arrived in St. John, New Brunswick to start a new life.
Every time I go back to Ireland, I feel like I am going home. So ...
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The Seine, Paris to Normandy
There is no better way to see Europe and especially France than on a river cruise. Cruising the Seine northbound is special because you get to experience the warmth and friendliness of the people of Normandy, who still greatly appreciate the effort of the Greatest Generation during World War 2. ...
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Alaska The Last Frontier
Alaska is the last true wilderness of our great country! Because Princess and Holland America have been cruising in Alaska for more than 40 years, they have the most access to Glacier Bay, which is a must see on any Alaska Voyage. To see a glacier calve is one of the most spec...
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Japan - Ancient and Beautiful
Japan is one of the safest and friendliest countries in the world. School children ride the subway unaccompanied without a problem, and if a problem should arise, the passengers are quick to assist in any way.
Japan is relatively easy to get around. Many folks speak English and will help ...
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China - Land of Enchantment
Don't let the politics of China get in the way of one of the oldest societies in the world. China and its people are wonderful. Most who have attended elementary school speak English quite well, and are given an English name in the third grade.
Visiting China is relatively easy and the...
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Galapagos
The Galapagos is one of the great natural wonders of the world. A unique ecosystem explored by Charles Darwin, the island host many species only found there. From Blue Footed Boobies, Marine Iquanas, Galapagos Penguins, to, of course, several species Galapagos tortoises. This adventure is unli...
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A Pilgrimage to Rome
Regardless of your faith, a pilgrimage to Rome is and experience like no other. The Eternal City is a magnificent study in the history of the world, as well as Christianity. Rome takes time - as much as two weeks to explore fully. Go in the off season. When we went in February, you can litera...
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Bermuda - Land of Pink Beaches
Bermuda is my favorite island in the Western Atlantic by far. So near yet so British, it sits only 450 mile due east of Charleston, South Carolina. Bermuda is clean friendly and picturesque. British in every way you can experience exceptional beach fun, great golf and beautiful scenery. Getti...
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Antarctica - the bottom of the World
Antarctica - the continent that everyone wants to visit - is the true last frontier. Owned by no one it is controlled by treaty. If you adventure plans on landing on its shores the ship can take a maximum of 500 people and only 100 people - lead by a naturalist - can be on its land at any one t...
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Across the Atlantic
For many people flying to an from Europe is a royal pain and since the eastbound requires an overnight flight, is tiring. A great option is a transatlantic voyage. In the spring and the fall, most of the major cruise lines offer transatlantic crossings as the reposition ships to and from Europe...
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Alluring Morocco
I was not prepared for the beauty and friendliness of Morocco. I was not sure what to expect. What I found was a wonderful, happy and friendly moderate Muslim country who are proud of their unique heritage, having been conquered by most of the great civilizations of the Mediterranean. From Rom...
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Certificates & Awards
Celebrity Cruises 5 Star Agent
Elite Cruise Counsellor
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Verified Travel Advisor
Verified Travel Agent
CLIA Luxury Cruise Specialis
CLIA Luxury Cruise Specialist
Luxury Cruise Specialist
CLIA Elite Cruise Counsellor
ASTA Verified Travel Advisor
ASTA Verified Travel Agent
ASTA Verified Travel Agent.
Princess Commodore
Princess Cruises Alaska Expert
Cunard Commodore
CLIENT REVIEWS
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