I am certified with Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Princess, Viking and Amawaterways Cruise lines.
However, I can help you get on other cruise ship brands as well, just ask.
I have had clients sail out of ports in Europe, California, Florida, Virginia, New York and of course Baltimore.
Call me when you are ready to set sail!
I specialize in romance travel, from surprise proposal trips, to honeymoons to anniversaries to just wanting a getaway. There are so many adult only all-inclusive resorts to choose from throughout the Caribbean and elsewhere. Helping to pick the right one, from massive resorts to little boutiques, that fits you is what I enjoy doing. Let me help you take care of the little things to make it extra special.
I have helped people plan their trips to England, Ireland, Scotland, Italy, Greece, Spain, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden... If stateside is your preferred destination, I have also helped with Disney / Universal to San Francisco to Ocean City, Maryland.
Whether you want to be part of a tour or explore on your own, I can help you plan so you get the most out of your adventure.
Thirty one years of marriage to my husband, 2 wonderful adult daughters, and a sweet as can be, elderly Brittany dog. I live in wonderful Hagerstown, Maryland. I was a high school Spanish teacher for 30 years and took advantage of the summers off to travel.
As a travel enthusiast, I've always had a deep appreciation for exploring new destinations and experiencing different cultures.
Specializing in cruises, all- inclusive resorts and European destinations, I'm passionate about curating dream vacations for my clients. Whether it's a romantic couples getaway, a honeymoon, a memorable family vacation, or any other adventure in between, I cherish the opportunity to work with each client. Understanding your unique preferences and desires, I meticulously craft personalized itineraries that go beyond expectations.
I enjoy creating unforgettable experiences and making dreams come true.
Oh, and when I'm not traveling or helping my clients make cherished memories, I enjoy spending time with my husband going to breweries, wineries, restaurants, concerts, and on long scenic afternoon drives exploring new places.
How it works:
Supplier Relationships
I am compensated by my trusted travel partners and relationships with resorts, hotels, cruise lines, and tour operators to your benefit. This allows me to provide objective recommendations that align with both your travel preferences and your budget.
Cutting Through Information Overload
Online travel research can quickly become overwhelming and confusing. I use my certified training and firsthand travel experience to simplify the process and help you identify the options that best match your interests, expectations, and financial goals.
Attention to Every Detail
I manage the logistics, documentation, timelines, and details so your journey is seamless from start to finish. This includes guidance on passports and visas, packing recommendations, sightseeing ideas, and dining suggestions.
Your Personal Advocate
I work for you. My role is to maximize value while proactively addressing potential issues before, during, and after your trip—so you can travel with confidence and peace of mind.
Relationship-Based Service
I am not an impersonal booking website. I build lasting relationships with my clients and many refer their friends and family. That trust reflects the level of personalized service I provide—at no additional cost to you.
Renee did a fantastic job arranging our trip to London and Amsterdam. The entire experience was well organized and we were very well prepared for every phase. She accommodated our requests and accomplished every goal. Renee did additional work putting together a special request visit to Isaac Newton’s homestead, which was far off the beaten path, and that day worked out perfectly. If you have travel needs we highly recommend Renee.
- Ralph V.
Renee is wonderful to work with. She is very knowledgeable, and friendly. She just helped my fiancé and I plan an amazing trip to Jamacia at Couples Negril. You can tell when someone has a true passion for what they do. She went above and beyond to help us plan our romantic getaway and on top of that she helped me coordinate with the resort my proposal to my now fiancé.
- Michael O.
Renee helped us from the very first steps of planning our cruise. We had no idea what all we were going to need to be ready to go. She got us an awesome deal on the 12 day cruise. She helped with getting our passports. She set up our dining time and preferences. Explained where she felt we would be the most comfortable having our our stateroom with it being our first cruise. Ordered a medical refrigerator to be in our room. She helped explain some of the islands and what might be a better fit for us as an excursion. She walked us thru everything and we are truly grateful to her. We will definitely be asking her to help plan our next adventure!
- Tammy F.
Working with Renee Kauffman was such a delight~ her knowledge of the San Francisco area and expertise in working with hotels and tour vendors are second to none. I'd never worked with a travel agent before; from start of planning through our trip, Renee was there for us. I recommend working with Renee for your next trip!
- Mary Ellen W.
Renee was awesome throughout the planning process and created a folder and an itinerary document that walked us through every day, every attraction, every side excursion of or whole trip. The maps, the stapled excursion packets with tickets and maps...brilliant! We never felt lost or wondered what was coming next. Our requests for visiting attractions were well planned each day so we were never rushed. She worked with our budget and was thoughtful about each of our destinations.
- Michael R.
Renee made everything so simple, we couldn't find a package we liked through other agencies who weren't flexible with what we wanted to do and see so we were so lucky and fortunate to meet Renee when we did. She was able to cater everything to what we wanted to see and do, she handled all over our travel, trains and transfers and tours, whatever you want to do and wherever you want to go I have confidence Renee will put together an amazing trip for you!
- Alex S.
Renée makes everything easy and smooth for planning your trip She follows through with all questions and concerns before during and after your awesome vacation I can’t wait to be able to use her services again.
- Donna H.
Our son turned 18 and wanted to explore Denmark. I asked Renee for help in planning his trip ans we definitely were not disappointed. We also added in Sweden as it was close by, and had such a fantastic time. We stayed in hotels that were beautiful and historical. One is the oldest hotel we ever stayed in! Loved the history, location of our hotels. Made traveling around that much easier!
- Brenda W
Renee was a godsend. She kept us informed the entire time with friendly professionalism. We barely had to lift a finger. I could not recommend a travel agent more. We will certainly be using her for all our future trips.
- Jesse K.
I highly recommend Renee for your next adventure. She is reliable, honest and works with integrity. She is great at her communication skills including returning calls. She really helped book our southern Caribbean cruise. Thanks Renee!!
- Melanie H.