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Mary Yohannan, CTIE
Mary Yohannan, CTIE
Pittsburgh, PA Travel Agent
Mary Yohannan, CTIE
Pittsburgh, PA Travel Agent
Life is Better Traveling, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
Award Winning Travel Agent
Multi-million dollar agency owner, Mary Yohannan leads a team of 19 travel agents who work across the United States. Mary’s client focus is European Travelers who enjoy customization, experiences, and great food. Having traveled to more than 20 European countries and visiting over 100 European cities, Mary’s clients rely on her for advice about everything Europe from where to stay, what to see, and where to eat. With more than 100 5-star reviews on Travel Leaders, it is no surprise that Mary has won 4 Magellan awards and several supplier Top-Seller awards.
Mary is a Certified Travel Industry Executive (CTIE) and Certified Travel Associate (CTA) with the Travel Institute, the only recognized institute for travel agents to prove their level of expertise. She is also part of the Travel Leaders Luxury Alliance Group. She strongly believes in continual education to ensure she stays on top of the latest information.
My Travel Specialties
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My Places
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Areas of expertise
Destinations
Austria
Croatia
England
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
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Interests
European Culture
Family Vacations
Independent Travel
Luxury
River Cruises
Couples & Romance
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Supplier Partners
AmaWaterways
Europe Express
Ponant
Tauck
CIE Tours
Marriott Hotels
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My Travel Specialties
FREE RIVER CRUISE GUIDE!
Not sure where to start when planning a river cruise? We have put together the "Discover Your Next River" guide to help you.
10 Reason to Take a River Cruise: There are 10 reason you will want to take a river cruise and we discuss each one of these in detail for you. Our favorite reas...
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Eating our way through Greece & the Greek Islands!
I always get asked which parts of Greece are worth seeing. Well, that is a tough questions because there is so much to see not only on the mainland of Greece but all the islands too! This is where I come in with my personal experience of having traveled to Athens and many of the Greek Islands. ...
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Budapest, Hungary, a BUCKET LIST CITY!!!
Budapest is my personal FAVORITE city in the whole world. There are so many amazing sites to see but the architecture is like nothing you have ever seen. If you are thinking of visiting the city either for a few days before taking the rail to a new destination or doing a pre/post river cruise st...
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Two words describe Italy: FOOD & HISTORY
Italy maybe known for the wine, but you will for sure leave Italy remembering the beautiful sites and friendly people. Whether you are traveling to the lake region of Italy or the Amalfi coast, there is something for everyone to see and do.
My favorite part of Italy is in the Amalfi coas...
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Didn't see Nessie, maybe the next trip to Scotland
Scotland has my second favorite city that I have visited in Europe, Edinburgh. Edinburgh is rich in history and there is so many amazing things to see including all those Close.
One thing that I find is that you may not be sure which parts of Scotland you want to visit? Thinking of goi...
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Didn't catch a leprechaun but enjoyed the beer!
Ireland is just a short trip from the US. This country is full of lush landscapes and dramatic cliffs. No matter where in Ireland you travel, you are sure to find something that will make you say..Beautiful!
My favorite part of Ireland were the dramatic cliffs. Having seen both the Clif...
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I LOVED Vienna in Austria, and so will you!
Vienna, Austria is one of my personal FAVORITE cities in the whole world to visit at Christmas time. The Christmas market back drop is amazing and I absolutely love tasting the hot wines and eating anything slathered in Nutella!
There are so many amazing cities/sites to see but this count...
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3 Different Languages all in one trip, Switzerland
Switzerland has so much to offer from skiing, hiking, amazing rail adventures, and even river cruises. Because there is so much to see in this country, I took 10 days to go around. Seeing the whole country and really getting to know the rail system, the cities, and especially the people was suc...
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Walking in the footsteps of history, WOW!
London is a big city with a lot of hotels. Not sure which sections of London you want to stay in? Thinking of going to England but not sure which cities to see besides London? Not sure if you want to drive or take the rail around the country?
Having been all over England and having hel...
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Spain is so Beautiful
Spain is so rich in culture. There are many artists that came from Spain so it is no surprise that one can easily find themselves in a pop up museum. Spain is also a very flavorful country. The spices in their cuisines are something that will leave you wanting to finish everything on your plat...
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Romania, Did it! Dracula was seen!
One of the most memorable trips that my husband and I ever took wasr through Romania. We did a Dracula tour around Halloween. It was just me, my husband, and our driver. We started in Bucharest and worked our way through the Carpathian mountains ending in Clug Napoca.
I was surprised b...
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Paris: Family Fun!
I recently took the family to Paris, and I didn’t expect to fall in love with the City of Lights. Paris offered my family a range of history, delicious food, and fun adventures around every turn, and we all bonded more closely thanks to Paris.
I had a client recently ask me why I like Pa...
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Award-Winning Customized European Travel Agent
Is it difficult for you to weed through all the information and reviews on the Internet? Do you struggle with everyone around you telling where you “need to go” so you feel overwhelmed? Do you wish that someone with expertise would just listen to your ideas, answer your concerns quickly, and hel...
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American River Cruises, Stay Stateside!
Maybe getting onto a big ocean liner cruise is something that doesn't appeal to you right now. May be you want to be around others who have the same mindset, let's stay safe. This is great time to stay stateside and see some of the amazing scenery of the United States.
Cruising the rive...
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Port in Portugal!
Portugal is absolutely fabulous and if you are looking to get away and visit some amazing coastline, Portugal is the place to go. I would love to talk about the rail station in Lisbon too, you don't want to miss this on your next trip.
If you are thinking of going to Portugal and not sur...
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Crystal Clear Water of Croatia!
Experience the beauty of Croatia and all it has to offer. From its stunning architecture to its crystal-clear waters, Croatia is the perfect destination for those seeking a unique vacation. Whether you’re looking for delicious food or an unforgettable cruise, I’m here to help you plan your perfec...
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Hawaiian Luxury Experiences for all ages.
Luxury means something different to everyone. However, when it comes to a vacation everyone is looking for experiences that help them learn, differentiate themselves, express who they are, and have a purpose beyond comfort and pampering.
If you are looking to make your next vacation an ex...
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Luxury Travel Your Way!
Luxury travel offers the best of the best! If you are looking for intimate experiences, personalized services, or gourmet meals, together we give you a vacation experience that maximizes the amount of enjoyment and minimizes your of stress.
As a luxury travel advisor I help with:
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European River Cruises
A European River Cruise is one of my favorite things to help plan for my clients. These cruise ships are absolutely beautiful inside. Extra large staterooms, heated bathroom floors, in-room entertainment, spas and fitness center, and even a pool on the top deck. My favorite part of a river cru...
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Certificates & Awards
![The Book with Confidence logo tells you that this Travel Advisor has direct access to comprehensive resources for safe and healthy travel, available at their discretion for sharing with clients. This includes vetting the details on the health and safety protocols implemented by each travel provider in order to recommend the ideal itinerary for each client’s unique needs.](/images/cts_bwc.webp)
![The Luxury Leaders Alliance is a unique networking environment for a carefully selected group of luxury advisors that have common experience, skills and mindset. Through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and educational opportunities, these elite advisors are empowered to provide sophisticated, personalized experiences to luxury travelers.](/images/cts_lla.webp)
Amawaterways Specialist
Certified Travel Industry Executive
Certified Travel Industry Executive, CTIE
Disney College of Knowledge
Magellan Award Winner 2018, 2019, 2020, & 2021
Universal Orlando Resort Specialist
Certified Travel Associate, CTA
Luxury Alliance Group
CTA & CTIE Certifications - The Travel Institute
Travel Institute - Travel Agent Profiency exam
Universal Orlando Travel Professional Planner
Authorized Disney Vacation Planner
My Travel Stories
My Photo Albums and Videos
Paris: Family Fun!
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Italy Fun
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Great Britain (England, Scotland Wales)
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Why Plan your Next Vacation with a Travel Agent
CLIENT REVIEWS
Rating: 5
137 reviews
99.27% 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.
Client Testimonials
Beautiful Ireland
My husband and I traveled to Ireland with Mary. Her professionalism was exceptional; she replied to all emails and phone calls in a timely fashion. She planned a trip that suited the various ages in the group [4-77]. She did extensive research on what would be of the most interest. We were kept up-to-date as planning went on and our travel documents were delivered to us in a spiral bound book that included our airline reservations, seat assignments, travel insurance documents as well as a day-to-day itinerary of what we would see/do each day. To insure comfort for all, she ordered a 50 passenger bus so that there was room to stretch out. We could just sit back relax since she had taken the stress out of planning.
I highly recommend Mary. Although we are frequent travelers, this is the first time that I was aware that using a travel agent did not increase the cost; in fact, it may have decreased it due to a group rate for admissions.
Bobbie Murray, Appleton, WI