Samantha Zielke, Travel Agent in Onalaska, WI

Samantha Zielke

Onalaska, WI Travel Agent

Samantha Zielke

Onalaska, WI · 25+ Years of Experience

Aloha Vibes Travel, an independent agent with Travel Leaders La Crosse, WI
5.0
(23)
100% Recommended
Samantha was recommended by a friend. She made planning for our first-ever trip to Hawaii so much easier. With all the travel arrangements and some tours... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Danube, Kauai Island, Mexico, On the River, Riviera Maya

Interests:

Beach Vacations, River Cruises, All Inclusive, Couples & Romance, Luxury

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Delta Vacations, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, Avalon Waterways, Palace Company

About Me

Aloha Vibes - Specializing in all things Hawaii!

I have been in the travel industry for over 20 years. I have had a passion for travel my entire life and knew I would one day turn it into a career. I have traveled to Hawaii nearly 40 times. The friendly locals, Hawaiian cuisine, culture and beautiful beaches are just a few of the many reasons to head to Hawaii. Whether you are interested in escaping to Hawaii, a beach in the Caribbean or Mexico ... I can help!

My Travel Specialties

Hawaiian Islands Travel Specialist

Hawaiian Islands Travel Specialist
Creating the perfect Hawaiian vacation begins with a great travel agent. Hawaii has long been included on many people’s bucket list and yet, what many people don’t realize is how easy it is to fulfill this dream – and how – if you work with a Hawaii Destination Specialist like me, I can help plan...Read More ▶

Europe Vacations by River or Land

Europe Vacations by River or Land
The culture and cuisine in Europe is simply amazing! You simply must dive right in when traveling to Europe and immerse yourself in the local culture. Stop at the local cafe and ask for their speciality dish. Roam the markets and buy souvenirs to take home. There are so many ways to experi...Read More ▶

Warm Weather Relaxation

Warm Weather Relaxation
Being from the Midwest I am always looking to escape the cold, as the winter get rather long. There are so many options: Hawaii, Mexico, Jamaica, Dominican ... anywhere in the Caribbean. You simply can't go wrong flying off to any one of these destinations. As you know Hawaii is my favorit...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
23 reviews
100% Recommended
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Hawaii really is paradise
Reviewed By Still on island time - Holmen WI | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA
Samantha was recommended by a friend. She made planning for our first-ever trip to Hawaii so much easier. With all the travel arrangements and some tours taken care of, we could concentrate on having a good time.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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An amazing trip ever! Italia and Sicily
Reviewed By Moe - Hokah, MN | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Samantha is very thorough and explained trip very well! I will plan another trip with her. Our tour guide, Patricia O’br Is the best. The Best first experience. Grazie!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best trip ever!
Reviewed By badger - La Crosse, WI | Traveled to Kauai Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Samantha helped us plan our honeymoon to Hawaii and did a phenomenal job! Between the flights going smoothly, the greeting upon arrival with leis, and her recommendations for throughout— we will definitely be going back soon! (And having Samantha help us with that trip as well) ?? it was by far our favorite place we traveled and can’t wait to go back
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best trip yet! Can't wait for the next adventu
Reviewed By Ab - Angie B | Traveled to Maui Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
We let Samantha know our budget, dates and where we wanted to go and she planned a beautiful trip to Maui for us! I am so glad we had Samantha help with the planning and booking of our trip. It took away a lot of the stress! Samantha was very helpful, quick to communicate back and very knowledgeable about Hawaii. We look forward to booking with her again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best Hawaii Vacation!
Reviewed By Dana - Alpha, IL | Traveled to Oahu Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Samantha was a great person to work with. Her knowledge of Hawaii and how to get around was most helpful to these first-time Hawaii travelers! She was easy to work with and responded quickly and professionally to all of our questions. She coordinated our flights, transportation to and from the airport, the hotel, and the Pearl Harbor tour...we so appreciated her time in putting our trip together!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & 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.
Certified Leisure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several key components including: Sales and Service, Cruise Sales, Destination and Lifestyle Knowledge,  Programs and Preferred Supplier Knowledge. This is a two year study program.
Hawaii Dest. Specialist/Akamai Level
Hawaii Destination Specialist - Akamai Level
Outriger Hospitality Specialist
Outrigger Hospitality Specialist
Oahu Master Specialist
Accredited Cruise Counsellor
Costa Rica Specialist
Travel Leaders Certified Travel Specialist

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.

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    My Travel Stories

    On one of Hawaii's perfect beaches!

    Perfect Moments in the Hawaiian Islands

    My husband and I recently celebrated one of our wedding anniversaries in our favorite location – the perfect getaway place – the Hawaiian Island of Kauai, nicknamed “the Garden Isle.” The moment our aircraft landed in Lihue, it immediately felt as though we had been transported to one of the most beautiful places on earth. If you’re looking for ...
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    Doing property inspections in Hawaii

    Combining Business with Pleasure in Kauai

    Aloha ~ what better place to celebrate a honeymoon or a wedding anniversary than on the beautiful Hawaiian island of Kauai. On our 10th anniversary my husband and I did exactly that! After picking up our mid-size car rental, we headed to the Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation resort in Poipu; approximately 25 minutes south of the airport … easy to fin...
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    On the Big Island of Hawaii

    Invitation to Prestigious Hawaii Travel Exchange

    An invitation to attend the Hawaii Travel Exchange is a distinct honor – one I was given because of my expertise in this area and because of my high sales to Hawaii. The event rotates between islands; this time it focused on the island of Hawaii (the Big Island.) My time there was filled with planned excursions and many hotel inspections. ...
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    Another beautiful sunset in Hawaii

    Islands, Dolphins, Turtles and Malasadas!

    15 days, 3 islands, 22 resorts, 1 cruise ship, several dolphins, a few turtles, 6 Malasadas and more! That describes just one of my visits to my favorite destination – Hawaii! In an effort to increase my destination knowledge, I recently spent 15 days on three islands in Hawaii, including my (still favorite!) Kauai, plus Oahu and Maui. This tr...
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    Client Testimonials

    Awesome Job - Absolutely Perfect!
    Our vacation was sensational; you did an awesome job in meeting our needs - absolutely perfect. Samantha, the service you offered was exceptional! You listened to our requests and guided us well. Your working knowledge of the islands was apparent. Thank you for your touches that made our vacation special.
    Denise D., La Valle, WI
    You Helped Us Plan a Perfect Vacation!
    Samantha - we cannot thank you enough for helping us plan a perfect vacation. Pictures and memories will last a lifetime for us and I will always remember you for helping make things go so wonderfully, from the plane tickets to the hotels. Everything was like clockwork, making it so enjoyable. Thanks again for everything!
    Karen B., Necedah, WI
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