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Katherine Vallera

Katherine Vallera

Los Angeles, CA Travel Agent

Katherine Vallera

Los Angeles, CA Travel Agent
Travel Orchestra, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
18 reviews
100% Recommended
Additional Languages
Spanish

World Travel Guru ~ Travel Orchestra

If you’re looking for travel agents who practice what they preach and travel the world, look no further! I've teamed up with inspiring world travelers to help orchestrate your trip. Our diverse backgrounds empower us with the valuable knowledge to advise based on our own first hand experiences. The goal is to facilitate experiences that not only reflect our love of adventure but shared values for sustainability. There are so many great reasons to play along with Travel Orchestra! My favorites include:

- Sustainability and eco-tourism

- Complex multi-stop itineraries

- Off the beaten path destinations

- Solo travel (especially women), families and groups

- Nature activities, scuba diving, wildlife safaris & expeditions

- Cultural immersion, authentic experiences, community engagement

- LGBTQ friendly!

 

Why let my ensemble of nomads orchestrate your trip?

WE SAVE YOU TIME!

Want to plan an amazing trip but don't have the time? It's said that the average consumer spends upwards of 8 hours researching and planning a trip. Most get frustrated and lose interest after the first 40 minutes. Our service does all the leg work so you don't have to, saving you time and energy.

WE OFFER INSIDE KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE!

Perhaps you've been meaning to plan that trip on your bucket list but don't know where to start? Travel Orchestra's team of expert advisers are dedicated to custom designing itineraries with attention to individual needs and desires. Our well-traveled agents plan fun trips to maximize your experience, helping you make the most of your time while avoiding the potential for hazards and hiccups.

WE MAKE TRAVEL PLANNING EASY!

In addition to phone and email, we're available to communicate with you via text, Whatsapp, and/or Facebook messenger. Whatever your preferred method of communication, we aim to please by making travel planning even more convenient.

WE BELIEVE IN INCLUSIVITY!

As advocates of the LGBTQ community, we believe it’s important to feel welcome and comfortable to be ourselves on vacation. The same goes for solo travelers, especially women! We also believe travel should be inclusive and understand what it means to accommodate those with special needs.

  

Kat Vallera ~ Conductor of Travel Orchestra

As a dual US/EU citizen, I've traveled nearly 60 countries and circumnavigated the globe twice. My background includes working abroad in Australia, Thailand and Indonesia, as well as study abroad in Italy. More often than not, I'm traveling solo! It's all about new friends and new experiences, adventure travel is my jam.

I'm also a freelance journalist as seen in TravelPulse, Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Herald & Review, and Seattle Times. After receiving a grant for agents of change, in 2015, I was honored to be named one of the “30 Under 30” in travel. Today, I sit on the board of the directors for the World Tourism Journalism Organization.

Learn more about my journalism at https://muckrack.com/katherine-vallera

Inspiring travel is my passion, which is why I love writing stories and producing new videos! This is also the reason I created Travel Orchestra; to encourage world travel off the beaten path and generate awareness for the core values of sustainability!

Whatsapp +17082177486 (afternoons/evenings)

 

Kelly Fleming ~ First chair of Eastern/Southern Europe, Africa, Latin America, & Caribbean

Kelly has traveled nearly 50 countries. She's also a licensed occupational therapist, has two masters degrees and studied art history. Learn more about Kelly at www.bit.ly/30bQOMX

Whatsapp +16477807099 (mornings/afternoons) [email protected] 

 

Lisa Spears ~ First chair of Northern/Central Europe, Middle East, Asia, & Hawaii

Lisa has traveled nearly 50 countries. Previously employed by the United Nations, she has two masters degrees and studied international relations. Sie spricht auch fließend Deutsch! Learn more about Lisa at www.bit.ly/2N9hJFn 

Whatsapp +15309023794 (evenings/late night) [email protected] 

 

Our goal is to inspire transformative experiences and lead others to embark on incredible journeys. Whether your dream is to adventure the road less traveled or to explore the world's best eco-resorts, we look forward to planning your trip! Thank you for supporting our small business and commitment to sustainability.

General Inquiries ~ [email protected] (24/7!)

Countries Traveled

From the beaches of Fiji to the mountains of Italy

Antigua & Barbuda, Albania, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan

Bahamas, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria

Canada, China, Croatia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Czechia

Denmark, Dominican Republic

Ecuador, Egypt

Fiji, French Polynesia, France

Germany, Georgia, Greece, Guatemala

Hong Kong, Hungary

Iceland, India, Indonesia, Israel, Ireland, Italy

Jamaica, Jordan

Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania

Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Mozambique

Nepal, Netherlands, Norway

Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico

Romania, Russia

Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, St Lucia, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland

Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, Turks & Caicos

UAE, UK, Ukraine

Vanuatu, Vatican, Venezuela, Vietnam

Certificates & Awards

Client Reviews

Areas of expertise

Destinations
South Pacific
Caribbean
Turkey
South Africa
East and Southeast Asia
Interests
Eco-Tourism
Beach Vacations
Gay & Lesbian
Women's Travel
Hiking & Backpacking
Supplier Partners
G Adventures
Rail Europe
Iberostar
Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt
Funjet Vacations

Certificates & Awards

30 Under 30 Award - Travel Agent Central (2015)
Certified Japan, Hong Kong, Macau Specialist
Certified Australia, Thailand, Hawaii Specialist
Certified Aruba, St Lucia, Jamaica Specialist
Certified Mexico, Switzerland, Qatar Specialist

CLIENT REVIEWS

Rating: 5
18 reviews
100.00% Recommended
Costa Rica - Pura Vida!
Reviewed By MrJustinK - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
We wanted to get out of town over the Christmas holidays but didn't know where, but after picking our brains Kat recommended the perfect getaway to Costa Rica. In addition to knowing her customer's needs, she's prompt in responding to questions and she has first-hand experience with the destinations and accommodations. I'd definitely use her services again
Katherine Vallera responded
"Thank you, Justin! It was a pleasure assisting with your vacation to the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. I'm so happy you enjoyed taking the road less traveled!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
48 of 85 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
Amazing Galapagos Adventure
Reviewed By michael - Albuquerque | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
I worked with Kat over a number of months to plan a bucket list trip to the Galapagos Islands. We coordinated a separate booking that I made on the Aggressor live aboard dive boat. Kat was excellent to work with. Besides having a lot of energy and enthusiasm for the love of travel, she helped arrange hotels, tours, transfers, etc. I have never used a travel agent before because I always felt that I could do it on my own. For this trip, I felt like the complexity was worth it and having just recently got back, I would say I'm glad I did. There were a number of instances where I was so thankful to have the additional help that came from booking this as part of a package. I would highly recommend working with Kat on your future travel plans.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
34 of 58 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
An Amazing Cultual Experience
Reviewed By Linda - Torrance, CA | Traveled to Cuba ~ Caribbean
Katherine did a great job planning our Cuba Vacation. She took in everything we asked for and was flexible when we asked for changes.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
30 of 54 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
Amazing First Trip to Europe / Honeymoon!
Reviewed By Nicole - Los Angeles, CA | Traveled to Portugal ~ Europe
I highly recommend working with Katherine on any travel adventure. My wife and I contacted her to help us with travel to Portugal as our delayed honeymoon / first trip to Europe. She did an excellent job listening to our travel interests and staying within our budget. We had such an amazing time and everything went smoothly. The hotels and tours she set us up with exceeded our expectations and made for a very pleasant trip. We definitely will be using her for our travel needs in the future.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
21 of 42 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
Perfect honeymoon!
Reviewed By Bethany - Andover, ma | Traveled to Aruba ~ Caribbean
Kat was wonderful to work with! She took the time to go over different hotels, that she had been too and work different dates so the trip would come in on budget! She is wonderful because she has been to so many different locations so she knows the best places to go!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
29 of 59 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
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