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Michelle Swisher

Michelle Swisher

Toledo , OH Travel Agent
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Michelle Swisher

Toledo , OH Travel Agent
Grand Travel Escapes, Ltd, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
29 reviews
100% Recommended
7 Years of Experience

Travel Expert: My Specialties Include:Group Travel

Group Travel Specialist, Travel with Me Vacations, Multi Generational Family Travel, Luxury Travel, European River Cruise, Destination Wedding & Honeymoon & Anniversary, Leisure Travel, Walt Disney Travel
My Travel Specialties

Certificates & Awards

Travel Stories & Media

Itineraries

Client Reviews

My Places

Client Testimonials

Areas of expertise

Destinations
Italy
Alaska
Florida
Hawaii
San Juan
Puerto Plata
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Interests
Celebration Travel
Couples & Romance
Destination Weddings
Disney Vacations
Groups
Luxury
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Supplier Partners
Avalon Waterways
Delta Vacations
Disney
Globus
Radisson Hotel Group
Virgin Voyages
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My Travel Specialties

Meet Your Travel Specialist
Meet Your Travel Specialist
Welcome, I'm Michelle Swisher  Are you ready for worry free, stress free, seamless vacations? Let me be your passport to unforgettable destinations.  I use a personalized approach to design a unique trip tailored especially for you.  I’m a proud member of Travel Quest ...
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Luxury Travel Specialist
Luxury Travel Specialist
Specializing in extraordinary travel experiences, designed especially for you. I will create a journey that will allow you to travel the world with authentic experiences and luxury services. Trips offer you the freedom to gain special access to renowned places with elegant amenities, personal ser...
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Multi-Generational Travel
Multi-Generational Travel
  Traveling  with the extended family unit is exceptionally fun & rewarding. For years my family has taken trips with my grandparents included and the memories made are unforgettable. Grandchildren enjoy the grandparents coming along, the children's parents have an added benefit as the gra...
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Disney Travel Specialist
Disney Travel Specialist
I've traveled to Walt Disney World more times than I can remember; first as a child, then with my spouse, our children, and now our grandchildren. I can tell you, it is a MAGICAL PLACE no matter your age. I have had the honor of guiding multiple High School groups over the years to WDW. These stu...
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Destination Wedding  & Honeymoon  Specialist
Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist
  Destination Weddings & Honeymoons are a joy for me to book.   It truly is an honor to be trusted by the bride & groom to have such an important part in their special day/trip. I'm certified in  Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Travel, and also Luxury & Leisure Travel, with a focus ...
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Hawaii-Did I mention I’m a Specialist??
Hawaii-Did I mention I’m a Specialist??
Being a Hawaii Specialist--What is the first question almost everyone asks me?       Can you guess?   What Island is your Favorite??  My answer...That is very hard to answer, it's like asking which is my favorite child!  They are all beautiful and unique in their own ways ...
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Group Travel Specialist
Group Travel Specialist
Planning a group trip can be a daunting task, but with the expertise of a dedicated travel advisor, it becomes an effortless and enjoyable experience. As a certified Group Travel Specialist, I am here to ensure that your group travel arrangements are seamless, stress-free, and tailored to your sp...
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Travel with ME, Hosted Vacations—New to the Agency
Travel with ME, Hosted Vacations—New to the Agency
Travel with me Hosted trips are new to the agency.  Throughout  my years as a Travel Agent, many people have said they would like to travel with me because they have heard about the fabulous trips I've planned.  Some are single, widowed, getting older, never traveled outside of the lower 48 state...
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Virgin Voyage-Resilient Lady Experience
Virgin Voyage-Resilient Lady Experience
Adults Only Inclusive Cruising, what does that mean?   Virgin Voyages  of course ! This is not your ordinary, old school, cruise line.  They have broken the mold in many ways.  Almost all food is cooked to order.  Everything they use on board is ECO friendly.  There are many small venues f...
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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.
Certified Leisure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several key components including: Sales and Service, Cruise Sales, Destination and Lifestyle Knowledge,  Programs and Preferred Supplier Knowledge. This is a two year study program.
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Luxury/Experiential Customer, Destination Knowledge, Luxury Travel Experiences, Luxury Programs, Luxury/Experiential Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
Certified Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Customer, Preferred Destination and Supplier Partner Knowledge, FAM Trip, Research, a Marketing Plan and Sales. This is a three-year study program
Certified Group Travel Specialist: This certification program provides agents with a comprehensive approach to group sales, including planning, selling, marketing and managing group travel.  This is a three year study program that includes a group research project and an educational experience.
A Honeymoon Wishes Agent provides the only full service honeymoon registry for couples that expect a higher standard for their wedding.
Trusted Travel Advisor: A Trusted Travel Advisor credentials, resources and global connections translates to today’s consumer in respectful interactions, confidentiality, knowledge, and client advocacy of travel services provided in parallel with building long lasting client relationships that builds with each interaction.  A Trusted Travel Advisor knows their client better than the client may know themselves and puts those polishing touches on each travel collaboration.
AMA Academy
AMA Academy
AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
AMResorts Master Agent
AMResorts Master Agent
Celebrity Learning Certification
Celebrity Learning Certification
Globus Family of Brands University - Avalon Waterways Specialist
Globus Family of Brands University - Avalon Waterways Specialist
Globus Family of Brands University - Cosmos Specialist
Globus Family of Brands University - Cosmos Specialist
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
Oceania Certified Specialist
Oceania Certified Specialist
Oceania Certified Travel Advisor
Oceania Certified Travel Advisor
Regent Seven Seas Luxury Cruise Expert
Regent Seven Seas Luxury Cruise Expert
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seabourn Academy Graduate
Seabourn Academy Graduate
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Viking Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Lux Luminary
Destination Specialist: Hawaii, Alaska, Eurpope
Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist
Disney Travel Specialist
Caribbean
Luxury Travel Specialist
Super Agent
Cruise Certification: Oceania, Regents, Princess,
Leisure Travel Specialist
Holland America, Norwegian, Disney Cruise Line
Trusted Travel Advisor
Globus, Avalon, Ama Waterways, Virgin Voyages
Certifications Alaska, Hawaii, Europe, Caribbean

My Travel Stories

Cologne Cathedral, Germany Avalon River Cruise
Cologne Germany Cathedral from Avalon River Cruise
The beautiful view from our Avalon River Cruise as we leave Cologne, Germany. The lights & Spires of the famous Cologne Cathedral look stunning as we sail away after a full day of exploring Cologne and tasting the local specialties. There's not a better way to end a full day of exploring.  We board our home away from home and let  Avalon t...
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My Photo Albums and Videos
Rome
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Swimming with the Hawaii turtles

CLIENT REVIEWS

Rating: 5
29 reviews
100.00% Recommended
Fantastic family vacation!
Reviewed By Kate - Findlay, Ohio | Traveled to Myrtle Beach ~ South Carolina ~ USA
Michelle booked a spring break vacation for our family. She was well-informed on our travel options and very friendly and responsive to our communication! We will absolutely be working with her again for future trips!
Michelle Swisher responded
"Thank you for sharing your stories and pictures of your trip. I love to see everyone experiencing new adventures and those smiling faces."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Party of 10 family vacation
Reviewed By Danialle - Oregon,Ohio | Traveled to Kauai Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Michelle was beyond helpful. She was able to navigate us through Covid and get everything taken care of for us to travel this past month. She worked with the airlines to get us vouchers and then rebooked everything for us.
Michelle Swisher responded
"I enjoyed working with your family very much and I appreciated your patience through the constant Covid changes. I know it was very disappointing to wait for so long to re-book. Thank goodness you could finally all go ! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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2023 HERE WE COME !!
Reviewed By J-K - Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Michelle already has us set up for our trip to Florida , January 2023 ! Our minds are at peace knowing we do not have to search on our own !
Michelle Swisher responded
"I enjoy booking all your trips, you two are very fun to work with ! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trip on our bucket list
Reviewed By KATHY - Oregon Ohio | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Second trip she planned. Everything perfect both trips
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trip to Washington DC
Reviewed By Traveling to DC - Ohio | Traveled to Washington D.C. ~ District of Columbia ~ USA
Great trip - easy to setup dates and travel! No issues checking in or out, was a swift and easy process to book, Michelle took care of everything we could have ever needed with this trip/booking. Hotel was in a perfect location too! Close to metro, easy to access driving, and parking. Great experience, would absolutely recommend.
Michelle Swisher responded
"Glad you had a great time. I enjoyed hearing about your trip and seeing the photos. "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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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

Disney World Grand Gathering
"Our Disney Family Trip with our entire family was unbelievable. We made memories that we will never forget. Having 14 people, grandparents, parents, and children all together on one trip can be challenging, but your guidance and preparation made it a breeze! Your extensive knowledge of the Disney World parks and resorts was extremely helpful in making our trip go smoothly. We said this was a once in a lifetime trip but we had SO MUCH FUN.... who knows it could happen again. From all 14 of us, THANK YOU!"
- The Manion Family
Girls Weekend Getaway
We had such a great time on our girl's trip to Florida. Thank you for arranging such a beautiful resort for us. You helped us make the most of our fall break and the few days we had. Everything you set up went seamlessly. Miramar Beach was a perfect place for all of us to meet and soak in the sun for a few days together. Thanks so much!"
- Brianna C. and Friends
Caribbean Getaway
The NCL 10 Day Caribbean Cruise was wonderful. Thank you for recommending we stay in a balcony room, the views were spectacular everyday! We had a great time and really enjoyed the excursions you recommended. Thank you for making all the arrangements, it was a great trip."
M. Davis
New England Honeymoon
"How can we begin to thank you for giving us such a PERFECT first week as husband and wife? You gave us the trip of a lifetime and we will always be grateful. Thank you thank you for everything you've done for us for the trip!"
Happy Couple
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