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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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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Japan, Tokyo, Kyoto, Naha Okinawa Island, Fukuoka

Interests:

Arts & Culture, Culinary & Foodie, Luxury, Bespoke Travel, Family Vacations

Suppliers:

Four Seasons, Marriott Hotels, Aman Resorts, Small Luxury Hotels, Design Hotels

About Me

Sensoji Temple - was a bit warm that day.
Sensoji Temple - was a bit warm that day.

Japan isn't just cherry blossoms!  Ok, they are gorgeous and that is a popular time to visit Japan and the city of Kyoto.  There is just so much more to see!  Japan boasts huge cities such as Tokyo but also remote countryside, small villages, beaches and so much culture and history. I have visited Japan twice most recently in in fall 2025.

Tokyo is perhaps the most popular starting point with it's frequent flights, massive size, transit connections and large variety of hotels. Tokyo boasts some of the world's most exclusive hotel brands and experiences while offering a wide variety of options for any traveler including apart-hotels and apartments.  From day to night you can enjoy the buzz of Tokyo.  Food is a big part of the experience here from fish markets to ramen to sushi and street food, we can create the perfect experience for you. Japan's cultural temples and variety of museums are also a can't miss part of your stay.  I did an Izakaya food tour here and it was excellent! I also saw a few of the shrines and the Imperial palace.  The Meiji shrine in particular was very cool to me.  Shopping is excellent in Harajuku and Ginza. 

Next up is  Kyoto and nearby Nara and Osaka.  Kyoto offers so many beautiful temples and is where the most famous Geisha tea houses are found.  Nearby Nara is known for it's deer, which can be aggressive!  Osaka is also a major city nearby and has it's own museums, the castle and a bustling night life. You an also add a Ryokan stay in this region of Japan.

To dive deeper into Japan, you can visit the rural countryside and experience another side of Japan. Many clients enjoy time in Hokkaido, Nikko, Sapporo, and exploring the history of Hiroshima. For a beach experience, consider the Okinawa area, which is closer to Taiwan than Japan! I recently visited Miyako with it's gorgeous blue waters.

We have exclusive relationships in Japan to help you explore the popular and less touristy parts of this amazing country. Due to the popularity of Japan as a destination, we do have minimum booking requirements. 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
83 reviews
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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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