Fantastic Honeymoon!
Reviewed By John S - Olympia, WA | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Deb was phenomenal in helping us find the perfect honeymoon when we had no time to plan anything. She is incredibly easy to work with and will follow through on every aspect of your trip from start to finish. She really makes you feel like you are her only client. Will be in contact for the next adventure!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thanks so much John for taking the time to leave a review! I absolutely loved planning your honeymoon, especially since you and Mandy are so busy serving our country. Thank you again for your service and sacrifice. I hope my surprise treats added something special to your trip. You were a delight to work with and I wish you many years of love (and vacations)! All my best, Deb Pentek"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Wonderful Italy Trip!
Reviewed By Dayna B - Buffalo Grove, IL | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Deb helped my husband and I plan our first trip to Italy, and she did a fantastic job with everything from the flights to the hotels to our tours and more! She gave us ideas of where to go and what to see and planned ever detail. For the 13 days we spent in 3 different cities, each day ran seamlessly and we could have never planned this on our own. I would highly recommend using Deb to plan a vacation! We will be using her for all future travels.
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much, Dayna, for your heartfelt review regarding the Italy trip I planned for you! I am so pleased your 13-day vacation to Florence, Rome, and the Amalfi Coast was enjoyed. I really enjoyed curating your special VIP tours and luxury hotel stays. Your trust in my services is deeply valued, and I look forward to planning your next adventure. Here's to many more unforgettable experiences on the horizon for you both. Thank you again!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great Europe Trip!
Reviewed By Winter S - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Europe
Deb had everything planned out for us so that our cruise vacation was stress free and amazing. We really enjoyed Spain, Italy and France thanks to you. Thank you Deb!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thanks Winter! I really enjoyed working with you all on your 7 Day Mediterranean cruise, and thrilled you enjoyed Barcelona, Italy, France. I am so pleased that the cruise and tours were enjoyed and you made some wonderful vacation memories together! All my best, Deb"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic Ireland Trip!
Reviewed By Ruth D - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
Deb went above and beyond to help us plan our trip to see two of our children studying abroad in two different countries. We had planes, trains and automobiles to get everyone in the same place at the same time! Deb was so helpful, with excellent suggestions, recommendations and organizing all of our travel, events and accommodations. I cannot say enough and will definitely engage Vacation Memories by Deb again in the future! Thank you Deb!!
Deb Pentek responded
"Welcome back Ruth! I am so happy to hear your vacation was a wonderful success! Even better that you could spend quality time with your adult children in Ireland and Italy over Thanksgiving. I truly enjoyed working with you! I am glad that the trip app was also very helpful (I love it for my own vacations as well). I do love how it keeps all the details handy for on-the-go travels. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and look forward to working with you on your next vacation plans! "
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trip to London, Nice, and Paris
Reviewed By Daneen O, - Naples, FL | Traveled to France ~ Europe
I would give Deb 6 stars if possible! She is an experienced traveler so she knows the right questions to ask. Deb is superb on follow-up and attention to details. She is very pleasant to work with and easy to get hold of.
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much Daneen! I loved creating your custom trip for you and your family to London, Nice and Paris. I am so pleased you were thrilled with how everything went. You were fantastic to work with as well. I hope you have a great time on your next vacation (which we are planning now!). All my best - Deb Pentek"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Excellent vacation to Sweden!
Reviewed By Nedra - Washington | Traveled to Sweden ~ Europe
When I needed to combine a working trip with a bit of vacation, Deb Pentek provided the expertise and diligence that made our travels to Sweden spectacular! Her meticulous planning impressed us. At every step she catered to our preferences and our budget considerations. She was readily available, prompt to respond, and provided an organized and detailed summary of the itinerary. She answered travel questions (unrelated to the itinerary), and in general, we believe that working with her facilitated a truly meaningful and memorable trip. I accomplished excellent research (historical and genetic), and my husband and I enjoyed Sweden immensely. We will definitely contact Vacation Memories by Deb for future travels.
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much Nedra for taking the time to leave a review! I so enjoyed working with you on your unique vacation to Sweden, and pleased and you were impressed with all elements of your trip. I do strive to treat each of my clients as great friends, with perfect-fit accommodations, detailed travel arrangements, door-to-door instructions, country entry requirements, and more. I appreciate your trust and can’t wait to work with you again! All my best – Deb Pentek
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic Family Vacation!
Reviewed By Alma - Kildeer, IL | Traveled to Universal Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Deb helped our family with our visit to Universal, Orlando.
She was incredibly helpful, resourceful, and attentive to our family needs. Deb was always responsive and wanted to make sure all of questions were answered and concerns were addressed.
She made the booking process seamless and provided tips for our trip that were immensely helpful.
We highly recommend Deb’s services.
Deb Pentek responded
"Thanks so much Alma! I very much enjoyed working with you on your Universal Studios family vacation. I am so happy you were pleased with the services I provided (at no extra cost), the seamless booking process and my VIP tips and tricks to help you navigate efficiently. I am thrilled you made some great vacation memories and I hope to work with you again. All my best - Deb Pentek"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Thanks again Deb for a great Cabo Trip!
Reviewed By Annette - Buffalo Grove | Traveled to Cabo San Lucas ~ Baja California Sur ~ Mexico
Deb took the stress away in regards to assisting and booking an amazing and relaxing vacation for us in Cabo which was what we needed. We went to Secrets and everything was amazing. I went back and forth a few times with Deb with questions and she was very prompt and informative in finding different properties dependent on our needs. What was nice was if she wasn't familiar with a property without any hesitation what so ever she contacted a colleague to get more information which was above and beyond. I highly recommend her to friends and will use her again on booking our next adventure. Thanks again Deb for a great trip!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you Annette! I really enjoyed working with you on your relaxing get-away to Cabo Mexico. I'm so glad you enjoyed Secrets and it was everything you hoped it would be (and you wished you could stay longer). You were a delight to work with and I look forward to working with you on your next vacation memory! All my best - Deb Pentek"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Choose Deb!
Reviewed By Hilary - South Bend, IN | Traveled to Europe
Deb is fantastic to work with. She thinks of all the details needed to make a trip enjoyable and as stress free as possible. I have had her help me with multiple trips and have been very pleased every time. Working with a travel agent takes so much stress off of me!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much Hilary! I absolutely love working with you and making fun and memorable vacations for you and your busy family and friends. Disney, Universal, cruises and international travel - you do it all! I am so pleased I can provide you the support and stress free planning you deserve. Have a great time on your next vacation!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic Alaska Cruise!
Reviewed By Dave B - San Francisco, CA | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Deb was so helpful booking my last trip! I would have made so many rookie mistakes without all the research she had for me. Looking forward to my next trip!
Deb Pentek responded
"Hi Dave - I so enjoyed working with you on your Alaska Cruise! There is so much to see and do, it can be overwhelming the choices and trade-offs. I'm so glad you had a fantastic time and I can't wait to work with you again!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The Best Trip Ever!
Reviewed By JA - Lake Zurich, IL | Traveled to Maui Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Deb is fabulous. She planned our trip to Hawaii. She met with us to discuss what we wanted to do and helped us plan the perfect vacation. Every detail of our trip was perfect. We were very overwhelmed about planning our trip and Deb made it so easy. We will never plan a trip without her. She is the very best .
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much Jodi! I absolutely loved working with you and making this a fun and memorable Maui vacation. I'm so glad you enjoyed all the fun excursions, numerous beaches, food, and beautiful Maui. Your pictures are fantastic and I thank you for sharing with me. Your smiling faces on vacation bring me joy, as they will bring you warm memories for years to come. I can't wait to work with you again! Mahalo!
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing Greece Honeymoon
Reviewed By Natalia - St. Petersburg, FL | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
This trip was the most amazing trip both of us have ever been on. Your itinerary made it so easy for us to travel from place to place and your recommendations were excellent. We LOVED Greece and will most likely go back when we can. So much to see and explore. I'm referring you to all my friends and can't wait to book with you again!
Deb Pentek responded
"Dear Natalia,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I enjoyed working with you on your very special Honeymoon to Greece! I am very happy you loved the recommendations for Crete, Santorini and Mykonos. You took so many amazing pictures - wow! I very much look forward to working with you and your friends on future vacations.
All my best,
Deb Pentek"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic Senior Spring Break!
Reviewed By Brenda P - Long Grove, IL | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
We just returned and I could not wait to tell you what a fantastic time we had in Cancun. You made this easy and fun. I appreciate and love the reminders, the online apps to use for travel, and every recommendation on what to do what spot on!! The room was gorgeous, the place and service was fantastic, and the food was super. The entire experience was fantastic and I know all the leg work you did made it so!! We can't wait to plan our next trip with you.
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much! I loved working with you and your group to make this a fun Senior Spring Break. I am so happy my recommendations exceeded your expectations. I look forward to working with you in the future!
Deb Pentek"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Simply Magical!
Reviewed By Julie K - Streamwood, IL | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Deb planned a wonderful Disney vacation for our entire family (2 grandparents, 6 adults, 7 grandchildren)! I am speaking for my entire family in saying we were overwhelmed with her attention to detail to ensure that our family trip was perfect and "all that it could be"...simply Magical!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you! I really enjoyed planning your family's celebration vacation and ensuring every detail was taken care of for you. I am so pleased this was a wonderful vacation to remember. I look forward to working with you all to create your next vacation memory!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic Trip to Maui!
Reviewed By Todd C - Buffalo Grove, IL | Traveled to Maui Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Deb did a fantastic job helping us with our trip to Maui. it was by far our favorite family vacation. Deb was always available and all her great advice and suggestions made the trip perfect. While we were on the trip she checked in via email and even called and texted when we got back. She did a great job organizing everything and the app made it so easy. This was the first trip Deb helped us plan but definitely won't be the last!! Thanks again!!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thanks so much Todd! I loved working with your fun family on this vacation! I am so glad you enjoyed all the great activities and tours to make the MOST of your trip. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and I look forward to working with you in the future!
All my best - Deb Pentek"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great trip made easy
Reviewed By ABT - LONG GROVE, IL | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Deb was very thorough and thoughtful in planning our trip. She listened to what we wanted and also had great suggestions that we didn't think to do. She takes all of the hard work out of the trip and makes it so all the traveler has to do is relax and enjoy themselves.
Deb Pentek responded
"Thanks Angela - It was great fun planning your family's Disney and Universal trip! I am glad you could relax and let me take care of everything including Fast Pass and restaurant reservations. I look forwards to planning your next trip!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Wonderful 4 week Japan Trip
Reviewed By Angela T - Verona, WI | Traveled to Japan ~ East and Southeast Asia
Deb planned a beautiful 4 week trip to Japan for my spouse and I. We enjoyed many great experiences, including a private onsen, tea ceremony, group events, and so much more. Everything that happened on this trip was due to the beautiful planning Deb did for us. She took all the stress out of planning such a massive adventure.
Deb Pentek responded
"Angela - I am thrilled you had a wonderful 4 week trip to Japan! You saw so many places, both the large 'must-see' and the 'hidden gems'. I really enjoyed working with you and Kevin, and your trip blog and pictures are stunning (makes me want to return to Japan now)! Thank you for reaching out to work with me, and I hope I can plan your next sabbatical trip. All my best, Deb "
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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We have booked seven great vacations with Deb!
Reviewed By Chris S - Egg Harbor, WI | Traveled to Europe
Deb is amazing. She had now built and managed a second long-duration, international, multi-country/multi-city complex trip that included some off-the-beaten-path locales and everything went without a hitch. Her experience, her knowledge-base, her technology, her availability, her ethics, and her personality are all without peer. This kind of trust and peace of mine is a very rare experience these days, especially in international travel. I highly, highly recommend her.
Deb Pentek responded
"Hi Chris - Thank you so much! Working with you on another multi-city/multi-country vacation was a true pleasure, and I'm delighted that your Anniversary was celebrated in style. Your pictures look fantastic! Your feedback means a lot to me, and I'm grateful for your trust and recommendation. Looking forward to more exciting travel adventures for you in the future! All my best - Deb"
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Work with a Travel Agent!
Reviewed By Sarah E - Skokie, IL | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
I really enjoyed working with Deb on our trip to Iceland. She worked up a great itinerary and hotels and tours within our budget. She also offered some great travel protection for peace of mind. I am VERY glad we purchased this as we did have to cancel. She assisted during the claims process and we received a full refund. We look forward to planning Iceland again for a future date.
Deb Pentek responded
"Hi Sarah! Thanks so much for my 5* review! I really enjoyed working with you on your trip to Iceland. I'm sorry you had to change your travel plans this time. I know I'll be talking to you for a future trip. :) Give my best to your family! Sincerly, Deb Pentek"
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Great Mother/Daughter London Trip!
Reviewed By Jolanda H - Lake Zurich, IL | Traveled to London ~ England ~ Europe
Deb did a wonderful job planning and coordinating our Mother/Daughter trip to London. We are so thankful for the amazing itinerary she planned for us!
Thank you for making this trip so easy to follow and allowing us to enjoy London! It truly was easy to maneuver and we immediately felt comfortable with the city after the first day! It was a perfect start for us to start traveling to Europe and we are looking forward to expanding on it. You were amazing to work with and I am looking forward to many future trip plans! Highly recommend Deb to plan your next vacation!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful time in London. It’s great to know that the itinerary made your trip smooth and enjoyable. London is a fantastic city to start your European travels, and I'm so glad you felt comfortable from the get-go. It was a pleasure working with you both, and I can't wait to help plan your next adventure. Your recommendation means the world to me! Safe travels and see you soon for your next trip!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great Alaska Cruise!
Reviewed By Christine C - Babylon, NY | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
We just got back from our trip to Alaska with vacation memories to last a lifetime. Deb helped us plan our cruise and land Alaska itinerary and all the planning paid off. We spent a few extra days in advance to explore our departure city, which was well worth it, and selected excursions along the way that fit our interests and budget. Deb respected and worked within our budget so we didn't miss a thing. Deb also gave us an electronic itinerary that we were able to download so that every detail, instruction and voucher were readily available and provided updates along the way. All her advice was spot on. She is not only a professional who knows her stuff but one of the kindest, most helpful people I've had the pleasure to work with. I'm sure anyone who works with her won't be sorry.
Deb Pentek responded
"Dear Chris, thank you so much for your sweet review! I'm thrilled to hear that your Alaska cruise and land vacation was filled with amazing memories! It was such a pleasure working with you again. I'm so glad you enjoyed those extra days exploring Vancouver and the sightseeing that fit your interests and budget perfectly. It's great to know the electronic itinerary was helpful and kept everything running smoothly. I can't wait to start planning your next trip!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great 60th birthday trip to Portugal and Paris!
Reviewed By Wendy J - Long Grove, IL | Traveled to Portugal ~ Europe
Deb recently helped us plan a trip to PORTUGAL and PARIS to celebrate my husband's 60th birthday with a group of friends. It was an amazing trip! Deb spent time with us up front to really understand what we were looking for and wow did she deliver ... from the wine and food tours to the perfect hotel locations. Everything was fabulous. Wouldn't change a thing. Thanks Deb, you made the big event very special!
Deb Pentek responded
"Thanks so much Wendy! I really enjoyed working with you and your friends to create a 60th birthday celebration for Sam! I am so happy you enjoyed all the hotels and fun experiences - travel is even more fun with friends. Thank you again for being so great to work with and I can't wait to plan a future trip, perhaps to celebrate your birthday this time! All my best, Deb"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Wonderful Spain and Portugal Vacation
Reviewed By Kendall C - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Spain ~ Europe
Deb choreographed a spectacular fun filled vacation for my husband and I to Barcelona, Sevilla, Lisbon and Porto - with day jaunts to other fun areas mixed in. She knows the best locations to stay in, had wonderful suggestions for excursions, and kept us completely organized with this super cool app we referenced constantly during our vacation. She is a PRO! I highly recommend her.
Deb Pentek responded
"Thank you so much Kendall - I really enjoyed working on your custom Spain and Portugal trip! I am so happy the Trip App worked will for you, keeping all your travel plans handy. I look forward to working with you in the future!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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