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Dralene "Red" Hughes

Dralene "Red" Hughes

Montverde, FL Travel Agent
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Dralene "Red" Hughes

Montverde, FL Travel Agent
AddVenture Travel, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
I am currently not taking leads & out experiencing new adventures to offer you. I will be back in the office on Monday, April 22, 2024. I look forward to assisting you then. Wishing you all the Best Adventures in Life
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39 reviews
100% Recommended
7 Years of Experience

Adventure, Cruise, Safari, Theme Park Specialist

I love to travel & share my experiences. Travel is a highlight in my life & I look forward to experiencing new adventures. I welcome sharing my experiences & knowledge with YOU. By getting to know YOU - I can provide YOU with custom travel options, to experience destination's beauty, culture, cuisine & people. I have enjoyed African Safaris, Alaskan Glacier dog sledding, Hawaiian island volcano helicopter rides, St. Petersburg's Hermitage Museum private tour & many other unique travel experiences. Giving me insight into what cruises & travel suppliers fit YOUR travels best. I am a member, trained & certified with: American Society of Travel Advisors, Cruise Lines International Association, Accredited Cruise Counselor, Trusted Travel Advisor, Book with Confidence Agent, ocean & river cruise lines, custom individual & group travel, safaris, rail journeys, theme parks, other world destinations & travel organizations. Let's Explore : Experience : Enrich : ENJOY!
My Travel Specialties

Certificates & Awards

Travel Stories & Media

Client Reviews

My Places

Client Testimonials

Areas of expertise

Destinations
Germany
At Sea
Mediterranean
Walt Disney World
Africa
France
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Interests
Adventure
Cruises
Arts & Culture
Family Vacations
River Cruises
Safari
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Supplier Partners
Adventures By Disney
AmaWaterways
Europe Express
Micato Safaris
Virgin Voyages
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
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My Travel Specialties

Custom Adventures, Cruises, Safari, Specialist
Custom Adventures, Cruises, Safari, Specialist
I love to travel and sharing my experiences with others to amazing travel destination adventures - so you can experience the unique beauty of each destination's; culture, cuisine, and people. Travel has always been a highlight in my life and I always look forward to experiencing new adventures, a...
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Europe via Land, River or Sea
Europe via Land, River or Sea
Europe has so much to offer. Each country is unique in culture, sights, cuisine, history and more. I love to travel to Europe and I have experienced several countries there:• Austria, Germany & Switzerland - mountain scapes, amazing train rides, making pretzels and Steiff teddy bears,...
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Certified Ocean & River Cruise Specialist
Certified Ocean & River Cruise Specialist
My husband and I have enjoyed several amazing cruises around the world; in the Baltic, Alaska, Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Seasonal, Mediterranean, European...all leaving us with beautiful memories (some experienced through hurricanes.) Cruising is by far one of the most relaxing and enjoyable fo...
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Exotic Destinations & Safari Adventure Specialist
Exotic Destinations & Safari Adventure Specialist
I have had the honor to visit some of the most unique and exotic destinations in the world. I have worked in China and experienced day to day living, along with the many of China's spectacular travel destinations. I am certified as a Dubai Specialist and visited this amazi...
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Adventures by Disney Specialist
Adventures by Disney Specialist
Looking for a safe, unique travel experience with a small group? Adventures by Disney is a perfect choice. I have enjoyed several of these small unique travel adventures around the world, on land and sea -or- both! Disney brings is high quality of unique destination experiences, one-of-a-kind/beh...
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Theme Parks Specialist
Theme Parks Specialist
With my various theme park trainings and certifications - I can assist you in getting the most out of your experiences at all of these amazing theme parks and destinations within the USA & worldwide : Disney World, Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, Universal Orlando, Universal Hollywood, SeaWorld, an...
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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.
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.
Adventures by Disney Certified
African Travel Specialist + other Africa suppliers
Certified : All Disney Destinations Courses
Trained Certified : Travel Institute CTA, CLIA-MCC
AmaWaterways & Viking Cruise Line Specialist
AmaWaterways River Cruise Line Specialist
DubaiExpert+, and other worldwide destinations
Certified : Virgin Voyages, MSC, American, more
Masters : Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Viking, more
Masters Certification : Royal Caribbean, Norwegian
Europe Express Travel Specialist
All Disney Destinations Certifications
Certified : AmaWaterways, Viking Cruises, more
Certified : AmaWaterways, Viking, MSC, Virgin
Virgin Voyages Gold Tier First Mate
Specialist : AmaWaterways, Virgin Voyages
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Master of Adventure
Certified : Universal Parks&Resorts, Sandals/Beach
Certified : Universal, Disney, Rocky Mountaineer
Expeditions : Atlas Ocean Voyages, Tauck, more
Hawaiian Islands & Alaskan Travel Specialist
Los Cabos Specialist, Aussie Specialist
Norwegian Cruise Line Masters Degree
Commodore-Platinum : Princess & Holland America
Certified : Africa, Dubai, Europe, Australia, more

My Travel Stories

Tom & Red : Matterhorn & Observatory, Swiss Alps
Alpine Magic - Adventure by Disney trip
We loved our "Alpine Magic" Adventures by Disney trip to experience the Alps in Northern Italy to Switzerland. We have taken 7 Adventures by Disney trips and all have been amazing. This adventure was an adults-only trip (others have been family.)Our group consisted of 20 guests & 2 tour guides.Days 1-3; Our adventure started in...
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My Photo Albums and Videos
Discover Kenya : Safari Camps & Adventure
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Sand Sledding Olympics in Dubai (I ace'd it! LOL!)

CLIENT REVIEWS

Rating: 5
39 reviews
100.00% Recommended
Red was very responsive to my communications
Reviewed By Lori Maloney - Saas-Fee, Switzerland | Traveled to Switzerland ~ Europe
Being the Global Reservations & Business Development Manager for the Waldhotel Fletschhorn Saas-Fee, Switzerland hotel, it was wonderful to receive a prompt response from a travel advisor, not to book a trip ... but Red was very responsive to my communications. So I know she is a great agent for those looking to book a vacation.
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded
"Thank you again Lori, it is my pleasure to have you as a travel supplier and I look forward to working with you. I will definitely keep your beautiful hotel in Switzerland, in mind for my guests to enjoy! Thank you again for being a valued connection. Best Wishes Always!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fabulous, Thanks for the cruise fare discount
Reviewed By brkane - Houston, Texas | Traveled to Mexico
Hi Red!
I hope you are doing well!! I had a fabulous time on the Royal Caribbean cruise in June out of Long Beach.

We are currently looking at booking a Virgin Voyages cruise for my birthday.
Can you apply the same type of benefits as we received with Royal Caribbean, where if the price goes down - we get an adjustment on the cruise fare? Thanks and I hope you’re doing well!
Brian
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded
"So happy you had a fabulous cruise. I am always happy to find & apply any perks and/or discounts I can find to your booked travels. Always want to get you the best offers to enjoy! Thank you again for being a loyal and great traveler, looking forward to booking your next adventure - Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Reviewed By Adam & Karlin - San Diego, California | Traveled to Pacific Ocean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Thanks so much, Red! Woohoo!
-Adam

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Red checked with the “Best Price Guarantee”with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line for our upcoming cruise … and applied an OnBoard CREDIT for our booking in the total amount to-date of $361.00 … Enjoy -Red


Dralene "Red" Hughes responded
"Good Day Adam & Karlin I am always so glad to add an extra bonus/perks to your travel adventures, and will always keep an eye out for any additional services, information, offers, and/or perks I can add to your travel adventures. Wishing you all the Best Always & I look forward to hearing from you again. Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Party of Nine...Perfectly Planned
Reviewed By Cataline and Ensenada.... - Las Vegas, Nevada | Traveled to Ensenada ~ Baja California Norte ~ Mexico
my goodness. Red was awesome. She took care of all the arrangements for a party of nine.
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded
"Thank you so much Ruth, Joyce, Brian, Chelsie, Adam, Karlin, Cori, Christopher, & Chavon (plus, so sad you could not go Dennis.) It was my pleasure to work with all of you and get to know all of you. You have an amazing family and wishing all of you all the Best Always, and all the Greatest Adventures in life. I look forward to hearing from you again soon. Take care and Enjoy Life! Wishing All of You, Amazing Adventures, Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Looking forward to next time.
Reviewed By Carole P - Montverde, Florida | Traveled to Panama Canal ~ Panama ~ Central America
We decided last minute to join friends on a Panama Canal cruise. Red was able to not only get us booked but found a balcony room for us . Questions were answered quickly and professionally. She is extremely easy to work with. Unfortunately because of the Covid-19 shutdown the cruise was cancelled. We have rebooked the same cruise through her and look forward to going.
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded
"Thank you so much for your trust in my travel assistance, it is always a great pleasure working with you and providing you with travel that fits your desires and will make your adventures memorable. Thank you again and I look forward to hearing all about your Panama Canal cruise and creating more amazing adventures for you in the future! Enjoy and Wishing You Two all the Best Always! Enjoy Exploring the World!"
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

Added Perks for Batchelor Party Celebration Cruise
I appreciate you checking in on my upcoming Bachelor Party Celebration Cruise! I saw how many onboard credits you gave all of us! Absolutely incredible and tremendously appreciated! ? I don’t think we need to buy a bar tab after seeing all that! I appreciate all the support you’ve been providing, especially for my bachelor cruise coming up soon. All my friends have had very wonderful things to say about you, and have appreciated your communication and thoroughness! Thank you!
Brian's Bachelor Group
Added Perks for Batchelor Party Celebration Cruise
I appreciate you checking in on my upcoming Bachelor Party Celebration Cruise! I saw how many onboard credits you gave all of us! Absolutely incredible and tremendously appreciated! ? I don’t think we need to buy a bar tab after seeing all that! I appreciate all the support you’ve been providing, especially for my bachelor cruise coming up soon. All my friends have had very wonderful things to say about you, and have appreciated your communication and thoroughness! Thank you!
Brian's Bachelor Group
Family Royal Caribbean Cruise : Birthday Cheers
Red, You rock! Thank you so much for your help! Ximena, Millo, Nico & Aria Aldea -------------------------- I (Red) cancelled another cruise for this family (that was not working out well for this family to board & enjoy) and booked them on this Royal Caribbean cruise in a suite at a better price/perks - to celebrate Nico's birthday. I ordered a birthday cake and informed the cruise line of Nico's birthday also - to make it a special day for all.
Ximena Rojas Aldea
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