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Teri Yonker, Travel Agent in Grand Rapids, MI

Teri Yonker

Grand Rapids, MI Travel Agent

Teri Yonker

Grand Rapids, MI · 25+ Years of Experience

Witte Travel & Tours, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(3)
100% Recommended
Teri did a fabulous job putting together our trip to Scotland. I probably did not make it easy for her initially because I didn't really... Read More >
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Certificates & Awards
Client Testimonials

Areas of expertise

Destinations:

New Zealand, Australia, Jamaica, St. Lucia, South Africa

Interests:

River Cruises, Honeymoons, European Culture, Luxury Cruises, All Inclusive

Suppliers:

Avalon Waterways, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Viking, Disney Cruise Line

About Me

Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary

Specializing in European River Cruises, Hawaii, and Customized Itineraries in Europe, Australia and New Zealand

More than 25 years ago, I graduated from The Travel Institute and, since then, I've been exploring the world and finding joy in helping others do the same!

Certifications

Travel and all it involves is my passion! Whether I'm traveling, researching a new itinerary or taking part in destination classes, I enjoy it all. As a result, I have earned the following professional travel certifications:

  • Rivers of Europe Cruise Specialist
  • Destination Specialist for Australia, New Zealand, Western and Southern Europe, Alaska and Hawaii
  • Certified Specialist for Beaches and Sandals Resorts
  • Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Specialist
  • Accredited Cruise Counselor from CLIA (Cruise Line International Association)
  • Certified Autism Travel Professional

Courses

I have also completed educational training for:

  • Avalon Waterways Cruises
  • Viking River Cruises
  • Uniworld River Cruises
  • Scenic Luxury River Cruises
  • Select Caribbean and Mexico Luxury All-inclusive Resorts

My Favorite Projects

My favorite travel planning requests include customized itineraries in Europe, Scandinavia, the British Isles, Australia and New Zealand; luxury honeymoons; and multi-generational family getaways at all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico.

Sailing the Seven Seas--and Rivers!

For those of you who love sailing the oceans and rivers of the world, so do I! I've sailed on some of the world's oceans and select rivers in Europe: the Rhine, the Danube, the Main, lower Rhine, and the Douro. Whichever ocean or river you would like to explore, I will guide you in selecting the perfect cruise for you! From a seven-day cruise in Alaska to a once-in-a-lifetime cruise around the world and everything in between, I do it all!

Places I've been:

  • Australia
  • Caribbean (Antigua, Jamaica, Punta Cana, San Juan, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, and Turks and Caicos)
  • China
  • Europe (Austria, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal)
  • Hawaii
  • Mexico (Cabo San Lucas, Cancun, Cozumel)
  • Napa Valley
  • New Zealand

As your personal travel concierge, I look forward to helping you plan your next vacation. Allow me to share "my world" with YOU!

 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
3 reviews
100% Recommended
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Scotland: should be on everyone's bucket list
Reviewed By Kelly - Grand Rapids, MI | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
Teri did a fabulous job putting together our trip to Scotland. I probably did not make it easy for her initially because I didn't really know exactly when to go/where to stay/what to do, etc. I had a LOT of questions! She was very patient and presented several different options before we decided on one of them. She was conscious of our budget and worked to stay within it. She suggested several areas to visit, gave us different suggestions for sightseeing, places to eat, museums to stroll through, and sights not to miss. She introduced us to Golf International and was the communication link between us and our golf was booked that way. Teri was a great communicator and I felt like she was on top of every detail throughout the process. And our vacation was completely amazing!
We had one little snag when the airline changed aircrafts. She was immediately on her computer and fixed everything. We didn't have to worry about anything! I am so thankful for Teri's talent!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Much more than a booking agent!
Reviewed By Uncle Rico - Alaska, Michigan | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Teri has done far more for us than merely booking flights and resorts. Being a traveler in a wheelchair, Teri has, over the past 12 years, gone above and beyond to arrange the details to accommodate my needs in flight, transportation and resort details.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great trip to Ireland
Reviewed By Bob and Liz - Grand Rapids, MI | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
Teri has helped us arrange 8 trips over the years. She has always been helpful, informative, efficient and responsive to our needs. She also is helpful in finding the best airfares and travel arrangements. When we are planning to travel, Teri is the one we go to and have never been disappointed.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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Certified Travel Agent
Accredited Cruise Counselor (CLIA)
Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Specialist
Destination Specialist (AUS, NZ, EUR, AK, HI)
Certified Autism Travel Professional

Client Testimonials

Teri makes traveling easy
Teri Yonker is the very best at taking our travel concepts to perfect execution! We love the way she "hand holds" for us, if necessary, so we do not have to sweat the small stuff while traveling. We feel very confident in taking a trip that Teri has planned for us. Well done again, Teri!
Paul T. - Grand Rapids, MI
Secrets Akumal Honeymoon
I want to say THANK YOU to Teri Yonker at Witte Travel for all of her help and assistance with our honeymoon. Without a doubt we had THE BEST TIME of our lives. Every detail was taken care of and it was so nice to not have to think or worry about anything. The flight was great (direct is definitely the way to go) and the resort was breathtaking!!!!!! Everything was absolutely perfect. It was so hard coming back, we did not want to leave. We would recommend Witte to anyone! They are fabulous!
Nicole R. - Grandville, MI