Africa and Safari Specialist

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Shannon Hanes, Travel Agent in Los Angeles, CA

Shannon Hanes

Los Angeles, CA Travel Agent
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Shannon Hanes

Los Angeles, CA · 6 Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
5.0
(83)
100% Recommended
Shannon planned our honeymoon to Greece and it could not have been any better! The trip was amazing, accommodations were perfect, and all transportation was on... Read More >
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Destinations:

Africa, Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls, South Africa, Krueger National Park

Interests:

Bespoke Travel, Animals & Wildlife, Couples & Romance, Family Vacations

Suppliers:

Abercrombie & Kent, Small Luxury Hotels, Kensington

About Me

Dinner in the bush.
Dinner in the bush.

My dream trip to Africa started in South Africa and included Zimbabwe and Victoria Falls.  Travel to Africa can be logistically complex. There are so many places and countries to see, a lot of safari and city choices plus the complexity of navigating between them. You may be dreaming of a big 5 Safari or perhaps a exploration of dynamic Morocco.  Do you want to see the plains of Africa or trek with the Gorillas?  Perhaps you want to taste South African Wine before heading into the bush to see the amazing diversity of animals.  Did you know there are desert safari's in Namibia?   Perhaps Botswana is on your list with it's plethora of animals and the Chobe river Delta.  I was awed by Victoria Falls and enjoyed staying on the Zambezi. 

Getting to Africa is a long flight from anywhere in the US. I can help you make the most of your time with a focus on what is most important to you.  There are high luxury camps, family focused safaris, tented"glamping" and true tented camps that move with the day and season.  The culture and people of Africa are diverse and yet at the same time so warm and welcoming. 

If a safari is your dream trip as it was mine, let me help you navigate the complexities so you can sit back and enjoy the entire experience. We have local partners all over this big continent who are eager to share their culture and country with you. 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
83 reviews
100% Recommended
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Best trip ever!!
Reviewed By Casey - Charleston, SC | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Shannon planned our honeymoon to Greece and it could not have been any better! The trip was amazing, accommodations were perfect, and all transportation was on time and efficient. Shannon is great and we will definitely be using her again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Bora Bora done right!
Reviewed By Brian - Los Angeles, CA | Traveled to Bora Bora ~ French Polynesia ~ South Pacific
Worked with Shannon for over 9 months on my birthday trip to Bora Bora. We had to reschedule a few times due to issues with entry into the country. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip as everything was planned and executed flawlessly. Shannon gave us all of the details we needed to understand the very strict entry rules into Tahiti. They even changed a week before our trip and she was on the phone to us explaining the details. We were prepared and noticed many travelers were not. We even gave some travelers advice she had passed onto us to assist them in their journey. We can't wait for our next trip which we are already planning with Shannon for fall.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The perfect honeymoon planned!
Reviewed By Tara S - Rye, NY | Traveled to Kauai Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Shannon was an amazing help from the very start of planning our honeymoon! We had the most amazing time In Kauai and we look forward to going back one day. The resort was stunning and we stayed in the most perfect location. We wouldn’t have been able to plan such a great trip without her assistance. I would definitely recommend her services for anyone looking to plan a trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Roman holiday of our dreams
Reviewed By Angie C - Thousand Oaks, California | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Shannon’s help in planning our trip to Italy was invaluable. We had never travelled abroad, so her assistance in selecting not only the places to visit, but general advice regarding travel logistics (ordering/taking Euros, time to allow for layovers, electrical adaptors to purchase, etc) was especially helpful. Shannon helped us to locate lodging which met our needs and preferences, and book tours which aligned with my family’s interests. We especially appreciated the digital itinerary Shannon prepared for us which had all our flight, train, lodging and tour confirmations (along with maps/direction) in one place - we referred to it constantly throughout our trip. Everything went according to plan and we treasure the lifelong memories of Rome, Florence, and Cinque Terre we created for our family. Thank you for your help Shannon - we are already looking forward to planning our next trip with you!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Use for your Honeymoon!
Reviewed By Cdey - Philadelphia, PA | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Shannon was great planning our honeymoon to Italy. She checked in with us whenever she was booking something and kept our budget in mind the whole planning process. Even when there were some transportation issues in Italy she was quick to answer and make sure the problem was solved.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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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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