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Angela Richards, Travel Agent in Cordova, TN

Angela Richards

Cordova, TN Travel Agent
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Angela Richards

Cordova, TN · 7 Years of Experience

ADR Vacations, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
5.0
(16)
100% Recommended
Angela was such a pleasure to work with when planning a recent birthday trip to Miami. She was responsive, knowledgeable and offered plenty of helpful recommendations... Read More >
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Destinations:

Dominican Republic, Punta Cana, Caribbean

Interests:

All Inclusive, Bachelorette Parties & Girlfriend Getaways, Beach Vacations, Couples & Romance, Groups

Suppliers:

Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, Classic Vacations, Delta Vacations, Funjet Vacations

About Me

Beach at Royalton Bavaro in Punta Cana
Beach at Royalton Bavaro in Punta Cana

The Dominican Republic is well known for its blue beaches, perfect weather, and fun times. There are tons of all-inclusive resorts for every level of budget, endless pools, regular activities, and access to some of the most beautiful, palm-studded beaches you'll ever see.

Here are some of the top reasons you should travel to the Dominican Republic for your next getaway:

Tons of Beaches

Of course, coming to an island, there will be beaches. But The Dominican Republic has almost 1,000 miles of them, and plenty of them have soft, cool white sand welcoming you to take it all in.

If you're looking for something a little more active, you can go surfing, snorkeling, or windsurfing. Or you can just relax with a beachside cocktail on one of the island's lovely stretches of sand.

All-Inclusive Resorts

Many people want to go to the islands of the Caribbean Sea to enjoy all-inclusive resorts, where everything is taken care of for you once you are checked-in. The Dominican Republic does all-inclusvies extremely well, and there are many resort options to choose from. You can choose a luxury experience or stay at a smaller, less expensive option. Many resorts can host your wedding or other celebration. And most have facilities like spas, golf courses, and fine dining options.

Convenience

It only takes a short flight to get to The Dominican Republic. And because of its popularity, many airlines have options for direct flights from most major airports. That means you won't need to book connecting flights and worry about missed connections and getting stuck at the airport.

Nightlife

You'll enjoy going out in the Dominican Republic, and it will be an experience you won't soon forget.

The city boasts many relaxing places, with pubs, dive bars, and exclusive nightclubs. Many resorts in the Dominican Republic will have nightly entertainment, or you can head into the city of Santo Domingo and get a real taste of the local culture!

Water Activities

The Dominican Republic is known for its nearly endless beaches, which make it the perfect place to experience all types of water adventures. From shallow water snorkeling to parasailing to scuba diving, there are no limits to the amount of water adventure you can expect on your trip.

Dominican Food

Dominican food is much like Creole foods, filled with meats, rice, and beans. You will find that many of the dishes take inspiration from African and Spanish cultures. You can also find many mouth-watering seafood options since it is an island with access to the freshest fish!

Rum

The Dominican Republic is known for its rum; you can undoubtedly drink your fair share while on vacation here. You can tour the famous Brugal Rum factory in Puerta Plata to learn how rum came to the island from Cuba and was perfected by 19th-century Dominicans. And don't forget if you stay at an all-inclusive resort, alcohol is included in your price. That means- UNLIMITED Rum for you.

Hiking

A few hours west of Puerto Plata is the famous natural wonder, the 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua.

Not only can you look at water rushing down rocks and cliffs, but you can also cool off in natural pools, swim through canyons, and dry off on a hike. You can even slide down waterfalls while floating in the river.

Music Festivals

The Dominican Republic is somewhat of a paradise for music lovers. Whether you need some traditional Dominican music at the Bachata Tour and Festival or are a fan of R&B and Solfest is more your style. Whatever your musical desires, you can get your fill on vacation to the Dominican Republic.

The Dominican Republic is the perfect destination for your next trip. If you're convinced, contact me to plan your perfect getaway.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
16 reviews
100% Recommended
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Miami Beach Trip
Reviewed By V. Langston - Memphis, TN | Traveled to Miami ~ Florida ~ USA
Angela was such a pleasure to work with when planning a recent birthday trip to Miami. She was responsive, knowledgeable and offered plenty of helpful recommendations to make our vacation the perfect getaway. You can tell she has a passion for all things travel! She took the time to research different fun things to do and even sent us a packing list with videos on packing efficiently! I would not hesitate to use Angela’s services again.
Angela Richards responded
"Thanks so much! I enjoyed helping you plan this special trip."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great, well-planned and organized trip
Reviewed By Marla J. - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Great, well-planned and organized trip. There were no unanswered questions. All responses were received in a timely manner. If you’re looking for a trip to relax, enjoy and create wonderful memories, you should contact ADR for that experience.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Service and dedication is unmatched!
Reviewed By A. J. - Memphis, TN | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Angela provides a level of customer service and dedication to detail that is bar none. She makes sure that she knows my top wishes and priorities on every trip, and she does her best to provide what I want. If there is an issue, she communicates all of my options and makes sure I'm informed. You can't ask for anything more!
Angela Richards responded
"Thank you for the kind words! It truly is my pleasure. I get so much joy from providing top-notch customer service to my clients. I'm looking forward to planning your next trip!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A Trip Like No Other
Reviewed By S. Ealy - Memphis, TN | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
I wanted to plan a trip to the Dominican Republic with a group of friends to celebrate a birthday but was worried about the COVID restrictions and keeping everything organized. Angela calmed my nerves by answering all my queries, and if she didn’t have the answer, she went above and beyond to get them. She was organized, and her availability was unmatched. The resort and the excursions were like no other. We truly had an amazing time and can’t wait to travel more!
Angela Richards responded
"I was so happy to plan this trip for you and glad that I was able to ease your worries!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Mother/Daughter Paradise
Reviewed By Keesa - Memphis, TN | Traveled to Panama City Beach ~ Florida ~ USA
Angela is extremely professional! She booked at trip that was perfect for us!
Angela Richards responded
"I was so happy to book this trip for you and your girls!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Client Testimonials

A Romantic Getaway!
I would like to say THANK YOU to Angela with ADR Vacations for the best time in Ocho Rios!! Everything was amazing, we had the best time and didn’t have to do anything! We had the chance to relax and have fun at the same time. Angela was such an amazing agent and I recommend her to anyone looking to vacation soon. Definitely will have to come back. 10/10!!!
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