Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist

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Sharlene Philipchuk, Travel Agent in East St. Paul, MB

Sharlene Philipchuk

East St. Paul, MB Travel Agent

Sharlene Philipchuk

East St. Paul, MB · 25+ Years of Experience

A Whole World To Travel, an independent agent with The Travel Agent Next Door Inc., a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(20)
100% Recommended
We have been working with Sharlene since 2007. She is so obliging and very competent in what she does and takes pride in her work to... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Africa, Worldwide

Interests:

Destination Weddings, Disney Vacations, River Cruises, Adventure, Cruises

About Me

Making the decision to have a destination wedding is an increasingly popular choice. As a Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist, I take away the stress of planning! I have been organizing destination weddings since 1999 and have built solid relationships with the tour operators in order to provide you with great pricing, flexibility and great support. Many suppliers offer special incentives, special pricing and group terms exclusive to my groups. I have traveled to many destinations and many resorts personally, in order to provide you with first hand knowledge. I have met with many wedding coordinators and sales managers myself and have built relationships directly with them. What does this mean for you? Preferred wedding dates and times (sometimes even when no other agencies can get a date), preferred room locations on properties and room upgrades that are not available to other agencies. There are many destinations and resorts, as well as different tour operators to choose from. I will help you find the resort and tour operator that suits you. I know the resorts that offer free weddings, which resorts have gazebos, swim up bars, lazy rivers, kids splash pads, which ones will fit your budget, etc. Group rates, usually 10 adult passengers, can save you and your guests' money! Your guests can leave from different cities across Canada and still be considered part of the group. Each and every group is unique but some of the benefits may include: lower group prices, free flights or free vacations for the bride and groom, extended final payment dates, flexibility with name changes, room upgrades and free weddings, just to name a few. Some destinations have more paperwork involved for weddings, some require blood tests and most have a waiting period. I can sit down with you and find the destination and resort that is perfect for you! I don’t just work 9 – 5, Monday to Friday, as this is not convenient for everyone. I am often answering emails and calls early in the morning to late at night and on weekends, providing you and your guests with excellent customer service!

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
20 reviews
100% Recommended
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Exceptional Service!
Reviewed By Grace & Butch - Minaki, Ontario | Traveled to Mexico
We have been working with Sharlene since 2007. She is so obliging and very competent in what she does and takes pride in her work to ensure you have a fabulous vacation.
We book 2 winter vacations a year with Sharlene and couldn't be happier with the great service she provides. Once you have your vacation dates, Sharlene will do the research for you and make recommendations from personal experience. She is in constant contact by phone or email throughout the entire process. Sharlene follows up with a phone call for any last minute questions before you leave and a call when you return home to ensure you had a great vacation.
We have recommended Sharlene to friends as she really cares about her clients. After all the years booking with Sharlene, we look at her more as a friend and highly recommend her.
Sharlene Philipchuk responded
"Thanks Grace and Butch! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Destination Wedding and More
Reviewed By KKatchmar - Thompson, MB | Traveled to Mexico
We first started working with Sharlene when planning our dream destination wedding in 2017 (married 2018) and have continued to utilize her supportive services since. We have planned 4 hot holidays, Disney and Vegas with Sharlene. Sharlene takes the time to meet her clients needs, understanding what they want out of the trip, provides up-to-date quotes so we know we are making the most informed choice and getting the best for our dollar. Sharlene is detailed oriented, is easy to connect and communicate with leaving no question unanswered. We have recommended several friends and family members, hearing nothing but the best from their experiences with Shar - two of them planned their destination weddings with her! Shar takes extra special care of your guests - ensuring they have the latest travel tips and information and are fully prepared with resort maps and resort information. Shar always follows up to ensure your plans are going well!
Sharlene Philipchuk responded
"Thank you for your continued business and all your referrals!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Hello China
Reviewed By Kym - Winnipeg Manitoba | Traveled to China ~ East and Southeast Asia
I have always had great experiences working with Sharlene Philipchuk. She is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. If anything goes wrong, Sharlene will make it right! She gives great advice and knows what to on the alert for whether it is changes to travel protocol or where and when to travel. I would highly recommend Sharlene for all your travel experiences.
Sharlene Philipchuk responded
"Thank you! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Too many trips to count!
Reviewed By Terri & Dean - Winnipeg, Manitoba | Traveled to Caribbean
We've been working with Sharlene for several years, and she has helped us out with everything from trips to Vegas, all inclusive resorts all over the Caribbean, as well as cruises. She is exceedingly patient with all of our questions and is always available when we need her! Her extensive travel experience has been invaluable as she is often able to give us firsthand feedback when we are looking at different options. When we've had to contact her while away, she is always quick to respond! I couldn't imagine using any other agent, and have recommended Sharlene to family and friends.
Sharlene Philipchuk responded
"Thank you! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trustworthy travel agent
Reviewed By Crystal - Winnipeg, Manitoba | Traveled to Cayo Santa Maria ~ Cuba ~ Caribbean
Sharlene has made booking our vacations over the past 15 years effortless. We have booked a multitude of trips around the world with her including our destination wedding. She provides honest advice and guides you every step of the way before and after take off.
Sharlene Philipchuk responded
"Thanks Crystal!"
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.
Destination Wedding Honeymoon Specialist Agent
Sandals Certified Specialist
AMR Master Agent

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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