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LEA RUFO, Travel Agent in New York, NY

LEA RUFO

New York, NY Travel Agent

LEA RUFO

New York, NY · 11 Years of Experience

Cosmopolitan Getaways, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(246)
99% Recommended
Lea is the BEST! She did a great job giving us the most wonderful celebratory family trip! Everything was handled very well from the first... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Europe, Asia, Africa, Caribbean, Canada

Interests:

Escorted Tours, All Inclusive, Cruises, Family Vacations, Business Travel

Suppliers:

Kensington, Globus, Viking, Abercrombie & Kent, Celebrity Cruises

About Me

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Nyhavn in Copenhagen Denmark

                                                                                                                                “Traveling—it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” - Ibn B.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
246 reviews
99% Recommended
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The most amazing family vacation!!!
Reviewed By Rochelle - Franklin Park, New Jersey | Traveled to Japan ~ East and Southeast Asia
Lea is the BEST! She did a great job giving us the most wonderful celebratory family trip! Everything was handled very well from the first inquiry call to selecting travel packages, logistics. all throughout the entire trip to after-trip appreciation gestures!! We all enjoyed the trip because of her passion for providing memorable travel experience, professionalism, excellent organizational skills and prompt attention to questions and needs. She went all and beyond to ensure we all just enjoyed everything and stress-fee! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND LEA FOR YOUR NEXT VACATION !!! I will definitely have her arrange all our upcoming trips!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Incredible, last minute trip!
Reviewed By Amy X. - New York, NY | Traveled to Portugal ~ Europe
I don't have enough adequate words to describe my experience working with Lea. I planned a very last minute trip to Portugal (2.5 weeks lead time!) and reached out to her for assistance. Not only was she quick to respond but was incredibly kind and eager to help, despite the tight time frame. Within 2 days, she had pulled together everything I was looking for, within my budget and standards (i.e. 5 star hotels with breakfast included, safe, clean, etc.). All the hotels were beyond my expectations, in prime locations, and the excursions were wonderful. She also arranged private car pick-ups to and from the airports, and made sure to call all the hotels and travel accommodations ahead of time to ensure booking confirmations. She kept in touch regularly, whether via email or phone, to ensure we had everything we needed - before, during, and even AFTER we got back home. Lea is lovely and an absolute expert in what she does. Trust all these 5 star reviews and reach out to her today!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The best travel consultant!
Reviewed By Elvie - Copperas Cove, TX | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
Lea is the best! She's professional and very attentive to her customers' travel needs. She coordinated two of our recent Globus trips and has always provided exemplary follow through to ensure that we have the best travel experience. She takes that extra step to make sure that when we arrive at our destination that we are equipped with the right maps and information to show the best places to eat, shop, etc. around our hotel areas during our 'at leisure' times. No other travel consultant does that! She gives you her undivided attention -- always makes us feel as if we're the only customers she's working with at the time - unlike other travel companies where customer service stops once you've paid your fare. She takes much of the stress out that sometimes comes with making travel arrangements. She even welcomes you back upon your return. We highly recommend Lea----she's a real pleasure to work with...a true gem! Thank you, Lea!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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We Love Paris!
Reviewed By Roe and Pat - New York, New York | Traveled to Paris ~ France ~ Europe
LEA RUFO was the best travel agent I have ever had the pleasure to interact with: Five Stars! I wanted to take my husband on a special trip to Paris for his birthday, yet having not been out of the country for several years, I didn't know where to begin. LEA took care of everything and I'm so grateful for her professionalism and her travel expertise. She listened to our expectations of the trip and worked with our humble budget. LEA arranged a jammed-pack fun filled itinerary - from being picked up from the airport and having "skip-the-line" tickets to all of our venues. My husband and I had a grand time in Paris and we both know its because LEA gave us great insights and tips that helped us along the way. LEA RUFO delivered a good product; which in this case - Happy Customers! We are looking forward to our next trip and will most assuredly engage her services again.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best Trip Ever!
Reviewed By Luchie - New York, New York | Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe
Thanks to Lea I had a fabulous trip to Croatia and Slovenia! I was skeptical and nervous about traveling solo but she assured me that it will be fine. She was very thorough with the travel documents and even included google maps of interesting places while I'm there. She even contacted my tour director to check if i'm ok of which I'm very grateful. I'm glad I went because I had so much fun and made new friends. I was so delighted with her that I book two more trips as soon as I came back !
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & 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.
Globus Cosmos Tour Expert
Marriott International Hotel Excellence
Royal Caribbean International Master Certificate
Viking Certified Expert
Leading Hotels of the World

My Places

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My Travel Stories

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A Journey Through Japan

Just returned from an incredible trip to Japan, and I can't wait to share the highlights! Starting in Tokyo, I was immediately struck by the vibrant energy of Shinjuku. Watching the organized chaos at Shibuya Crossing was surreal. I found peace at the Meiji Shrine and indulged in the freshest sushi and wagyu beef at Tsukiji Market. The vi...
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Client Testimonials

Honeymoon in Argentina
Lea is absolutely amazing! My husband and I worked with her to plan our honeymoon to Argentina. Right from the first phone call, she understood that we wanted this to be a special trip and thought of little touches to help take it to the next level. She always made herself available to answer our many questions and never made us feel like we were taking up too much of her time. We really appreciate her attention to detail - she reviewed every line of our itinerary to make sure nothing was overlooked. She even monitored our flight to Buenos Aires and when we had a delay she let the Argentinian transfer company know immediately so they could adjust our pickup time. It took the stress off of us and we are so thankful for Lea's help. We loved working with her and definitely recommend Lea to anyone looking for a travel agent.
Janya, New York, NY
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