Vacation
Reviewed By Gomez 2025 - Orange City, IA | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
We had a wonderful trip. We will definitely be doing this again.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much! We're thrilled you had a wonderful trip and can't wait to help you plan your next adventure!"
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Honeymoon!
Reviewed By Rach - Enning, SD | Traveled to Riviera Maya | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Right from the start we were provided with really nice options that fit our budget. After choosing a place to go on our honeymoon, Courtney handled the rest of it very smoothly and got us all set to go! Before we left, she reached out and confirmed all the information and even included some fun travel mugs! Courtney was available at all times to help if needed but everything was so well planned that we had no issues at all! Once we got to the resort, everything was perfect and exactly as it was described! Overall, Courtney planned an amazing experience for us that we will never forget!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for the amazing review! I am happy to hear that the honeymoon fit perfectly within your budget and that everything went smoothly from start to finish. It was my pleasure to help you make your special trip seamless and memorable - and those travel mugs were just a fun little honeymoon gift from us. :) Knowing that the resort was just as perfect as described is so great to hear! I wish you both a lifetime of happiness and I can not wait to help you with future travels! :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Italy Bucketlist Trip
Reviewed By DJ - Sioux Center, IA | Traveled to Italy | Europe
Courtney was a huge help in planning our trip to Italy. She was helpful in everything from choosing which trip to take, to flights and personal transfers to our hotel. She coordinated all of our final information into one email so we would have that resource to look back on at any point. She was prompt in responding to our questions and sharing our excitement for our adventure!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"I’m so happy to hear you had a fantastic trip to Italy! It was such a pleasure helping you plan every step—from choosing the perfect itinerary to arranging flights and transfers. I’m glad the information email was useful to you along the way. Thank you for trusting me with your adventure and for sharing your excitement throughout the process. I hope your memories from Italy are as wonderful as you imagined! Whenever you’re ready for your next journey, I’d love to help again."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Navy Graduation
Reviewed By Navy mom - Inwood, Iowa | Traveled to Newport | Rhode Island | USA
Courtney was amazing to work with. I gave her loose guidelines to work with because I really didn't know what to ask for on our trip. She came up with a plan in a very timely matter. Then I started tweaking the plan. She always replied with a "no problem" Again this was always done in a very timely matter. In a few short days we had our trip all planned out. The airline tickets, the hotel, the rental car and the excursions. So nice to not have to worry about all the little details. Courntey took care of everything!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so glad I could help make planning your trip easy and stress-free. It was a pleasure putting everything together for you, and I’m always here to handle the details so you can focus on enjoying the adventure. Can’t wait to help with your next getaway! :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Spring Break 2025
Reviewed By Joel Van Egdom - Pompano Beach, FL | Traveled to Fort Lauderdale | Florida | USA
Courtney did a nice job handling our flight reservations through Allegiant and booking our rental van through Hertz. She also offered options for a place to stay, although we ended up booking our own Airbnb. The only issue that we encountered was that our lap child was not on our bookings when we arrived at the check-in counter when we departed and returned. Otherwise, everything went well, and we enjoyed our trip!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thanks for your feedback! I am glad I was able to assist with your flights and rental van. Sorry about the lap child booking hiccup – I will make sure to improve on that in the future. Happy to hear everything else went smoothly and you enjoyed your trip!"
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Amazing Resort
Reviewed By MaryVG - Puerto Morelos, Mexico | Traveled to Puerto Morelos | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Our experience was phenomenal. Our resort was beautiful from our first step into the lobby to our chairs on the beach. The pool always had fun stuff for our kids to do and there were so many fun family activities at night. The restaurants food was super delicious and we barely had to wait to get in. There was always burgers hot dogs and fries and nachos available during the day and our kids loved that. The drinks were also great.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for the fantastic review! It sounds like your family had an amazing time from the beautiful resort to the fun activities and good food. We love hearing about those happy moments and can’t wait to help you plan your next adventure with The Travel Advantage!"
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First time to Bahamas
Reviewed By Shep - Alvord | Traveled to Nassau | Bahamas | Caribbean
Had a great time here.
Food, fun, drinks and games were all awesome.
Couple windy days, but overall, a good time.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thanks so much for sharing your experience! I am thrilled you enjoyed the food, fun, drinks, and games. A bit of wind can’t dull a great time! Looking forward to your next vacation with The Travel Advantage!"
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One we will remember!
Reviewed By Lifesaver for us! - Hudson SD 57044 | Traveled to Jamaica | New York | USA
Courtney helped us in every way possible. We will definitely recommend her to our friends.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for such a wonderful review! I'm so glad I could help you with your travel plans. Your recommendations are appreciated, and I can't wait to assist your friends with their travel adventures too! I also look forward to helping you with your future travel plans!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fire trip!
Reviewed By BigE - Hull Iowa | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
The resort was really nice and had everything that we looked for when we were booking a resort. Courtney made it easy and stress free for us!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the resort and that I could help make your experience stress-free. Looking forward to assisting you on your next adventure!"
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Very nice trip, love Cozumel and really enjoyed Se
Reviewed By fan - Remsen Iowa | Traveled to Cozumel | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Everything went well from the flights and transportation to and from the resort to the overall quality of Secrets. Food was far above average and just a very nice week on all levels. Special thanks to Courtney for helping us with the planning and we look forward to planning future trips with her.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for submitting your review! I had such a fun time getting to know you guys and planning this trip for you! Cozumel is an amazing island and I am so glad that you were able to experience its beauty! :)"
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Courtney was awesome!
Reviewed By MJ - Orange City, Iowa | Traveled to Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Courtney does an amazing job in the planning process from start to finish. She's very courteous and was always on top of things. Highly recommend her. She did a great job managing 11 of us in a group. Our resort was a bit of a disappointment which was no fault of Courtney or the Travel Advantage. Despite it being out of her or the travel agency's control, Courtney has done a great job trying to "right the wrong". The Travel Advantage is an awesome place to book your vacation with and they ALWAYS have your back and look into the best options for what your looking for in a vacation.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for the wonderful review! I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed the planning process and felt supported. I had a great time getting to know everyone in the group! I appreciate your kindness about the resort issue and am committed to making it right for everyone. Your trust and recommendation mean the world to me and The Travel Advantage. Can't wait to help plan your next adventure!"
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St. Petes
Reviewed By Agentfan1234 - St. Petersburg | Traveled to Florida | USA
Very knowledgeable and responded back quickly to my emails and questions.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for the kind words! It was a pleasure working with you and I look forward to helping you plan your next vacation! :)"
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Much needed getaway
Reviewed By Dustin V. - Sioux Center, Iowa | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Courtney did a fantastic job of helping us find the resort that fit our budget, activities and travel needs.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your review! I had such a great time helping you plan the perfect warm getaway! I can't wait to help you with your future vacation needs! :)"
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Vegas
Reviewed By Happy Customer - NW Iowa | Traveled to Las Vegas | Nevada | USA
Trip was planned perfectly. Small delay on return flight due to airline maintenance. It was after hours, but Courtney stayed in touch with us to make sure we made it home!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your review! I am so glad that you guys were able to make it home on time, even with the delayed flight! I can't wait to help you with your future travels! :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Anniversary Trip
Reviewed By Steven - Hull, IA | Traveled to Hawaii | USA
We had a great trip, and Courtney made the planning process very easy. We gave her some ideas about what we wanted to do, and she came back with a lot of good suggestions. She also recommended some things that we never would have found on our own. It was a great experience from the time we started planning to the time that we came home.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for the kind words! I had such a fun time planning this vacation for you and I am so happy to hear that you had a fun time! I can't wait to help you with any future travels. :)"
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Amazing vacation
Reviewed By DB - IA | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Courtney helped pinpoint the resort that fit our criteria, walked us through the whole process and answered all our questions. Courtney made sure every detail was covered.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your review! I had such a great time planning this vacation for you and I am so glad that you guys enjoyed your time! I can't wait to help you with any future travels. :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic Beach Vacation
Reviewed By LoriB - Dawsonville, GA | Traveled to Cozumel | Quintana Roo | Mexico
This was a vacation planned with 4 couples who live in two different states. Courtney coordinated our travel and resort plans perfectly. She was responsive to our questions and concerns. She mailed us our travel itinerary a week prior to the trip which addressed all our questions. We enjoyed 7 days and 6 nights of beach relaxation, delicious food and drinks, fabulous sunsets, and fun with our friends. We would definitely ask Courtney to plan our next beach get away.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your review! I had such a great time planning this vacation for you and I am so happy to hear that you had a great time! I can't wait to help you with any future travels. :)"
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The best trip to escape the cold winter!
Reviewed By Kaitlyn - Rock Valley | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Courtney booked us a trip at the RIU Dunamar in Cancun! This resort was perfect for our group! It was the perfect for a relaxing vacation, but also offered a lot of entertainment on the resort! A few highlights for us were the amazing pools, close access to the ocean, and the waterslides! The resort was very clean and well taken care of! Courtney planned every detail of this trip, making it very enjoyable and stress free! We will return! :)
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your review! I definitely had a fun time planning this vacation for you and your family! :) I can't wait to help you plan your next beach getaway! ;)"
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The most fun i’ve had in a long time and was the b
Reviewed By courtney - waikiki hawaii | Traveled to Honolulu, Oahu | Hawaii | USA
Definitely a place i will visit again!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your review! I definitely had a fun time planning this for you and I look forward to helping you plan your next vacation! :)"
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Dream Hawaii Trip
Reviewed By Missy B - Doon,IA | Traveled to Honolulu, Oahu | Hawaii | USA
Wow, wow wow!! What a wonderful experience we had in Hawaii! A dream for many many years finally made possible with such a great deal we couldn't pass up. Courtney was wonderful setting everything up and answering all our questions. The Waikiki Beach Marriot Resort was wonderful as well. Great service and only a short distance from Waikiki Beach! Will be booking another trip soon.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for the kind words! It was a pleasure working with you and I look forward to helping you plan your next family getaway! :)"
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Fun time by all!
Reviewed By Family vacation - Le Mars, IA | Traveled to Jamaica | Caribbean
We were a party of 10. Ages ran from 70 to 12. We traveled to Jamaica over the Christmas Holidays as it fit into everyone schedule the best. We have did this for the last three years and look forward to doing this again next year….destination undecided!
We decided to fly out of Minneapolis as it was a direct flight. Our flight was scheduled to leave at 7:00 am. We started boarding at 9:00 am Everyone was excited to start this venture.
Upon landing, it took forever to get through immunization line. Three of our party got right through, seven of us were flagged for some unknown reason. It took 1 1/2 hours. (All of us had submitted the forms and entered on line). Customs was a breeze.
We stayed at an all inclusive resort, RIU. Eight of all stayed on the same floor, close to each other. (4th floor). The other two stayed on the 11th floor.. it would have nice, but didn’t create a problem.
Our transportation from the airport to the resort was a bus. It took over an hour for
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your amazing review! I look forward to helping you with your next family getaway! :)"
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Unforgettable Honeymoon Trip
Reviewed By Happy21074 - Hampstead, MS | Traveled to Nassau | Bahamas | Caribbean
Our honeymoon at Sandals Resort in Nassau, Bahamas was truly magical, and a huge part of that is thanks to Courtney. From the very beginning, she was incredibly helpful, providing expert advice on the best room categories, dining options, and activities that would make our honeymoon special.
Courtney even went above and beyond by recommending a butler service, which proved to be an absolute game-changer. Our butlers, Derrin and Chad, were exceptional. They not only ensured our every need was anticipated but also flawlessly organized all of our excursions, including an exhilarating ATV adventure.
Thanks to Courtney's guidance and the outstanding service of Derrin and Chad, our honeymoon was an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend Courtney to any couple planning a trip to the Bahamas. You won't regret it!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for the kind words! It was truly a pleasure helping you plan your honeymoon! The first trip as newlyweds is always something that I want my clients to remember, so I am glad that is the result of this trip. I look forward to helping you plan your next getaway! :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Honeymoon!
Reviewed By PaytonB - Riu Palace Antilles | Traveled to Aruba | Caribbean
To say that Courtney was helpful is one of the biggest understatements. Ranging from answering all the questions we threw at her, to all the information that she provided, to even providing us with the best deals...she was incredible to work with.
She made every step of the experience so relaxing and relieving, and she worked FAST. She would have the information back to us within a day if we had questions.
My wife and I don't have much experience travelling outside of the country, but if we were to travel again in the future, we'd specifically ask for Courtney to help us again.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for your review! I am so happy to hear that you had such a good time on your honeymoon! The first trip together as a newlywed couple is always a memorable one and I am happy I was a part of it! I can not wait to help you plan your next trip! :)"
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Great Honeymoon!
Reviewed By bmouw - Hospers, Iowa | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
It was my first time flying out of the country and Courtney made it all so easy! We knew we wanted to go to the Dominican, but had no idea where. Courtney had a great suggestion and we trusted her. It was a great time! When we had questions while we were there, Courtney responded very quickly and helped us out!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for the response! I am so happy to hear that you had a great time on your honeymoon! It was a pleasure planning it for you and I can not wait to help you with any future trips! :)"
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Amazing trip!
Reviewed By Krista - Sioux Falls, SD | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
I had a wonderful experience with Courtney! This was my first time to Mexico and everything went so smooth thanks to her wonderful planning and expertise. It was very easy to reach her with any issues or concerns. I’ve never had a trip feel so easy and relaxing know I had everything covered! Courtney is a great travel agent and highly recommend her
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled your first trip to Mexico was smooth and relaxing. It means a lot to know I could make the planning easy and be there whenever you needed. I truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping with your next adventure! :)"
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Destination wedding/ bachelorette/bachelor party/ Honeymoon
Reviewed By Maggie - Sioux Falls SD | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Courtney helped plan the biggest event of our lives. She helped coordinate travel and transportation for family and friends (many who had never left the country). She was attentive to our needs and questions leading up to the trip and even while on vacation. She coordinated our joint bachelorette/bachelorette party on a catamaran that involved snorkeling, sightseeing, lunch, adventure, and an open bar!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for trusting me to help with such an important event! It was a joy to coordinate travel and the special catamaran celebration for your group. I’m glad I could support you every step of the way and help make your trip unforgettable. I look forward to helping you plan your next adventure! :)"
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The best trip!
Reviewed By Bailey - SD | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Courtney always was able to find answers/ solutions! She has great communication and does everything she can to make your trip the best one yet!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad I could provide clear communication and find the best solutions to make your trip truly special. It’s always my goal to help create your best travel experiences! I look forward to helping you plan your next adventure! :)"
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Girls Trip
Reviewed By Ashlyn123 - Sioux Falls,SD | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Courtney help us plan a great girls trip! We had a great time from hanging out at the beach and pools to exploring an island! Everything went smoothly and we didn’t have to worry about booking anything! Courtney helps take any stress about planning the trip away and that allowed us to have a stress free get-away!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"I’m so happy to hear you had an amazing girls trip! It’s wonderful knowing I could take the stress out of planning so you all could just relax and enjoy every moment—from the beach and pool to exploring the island. I look forward to helping you plan your future honeymoon as well! :)"
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A Wonderful Cruise Experience Thanks to Courtney ??
Reviewed By Andy and Kelly - Sioux Falls, SD | Traveled to Caribbean Sea | At Sea | At Sea
My husband and I recently went on a Caribbean cruise on the Norwegian Viva, and Courtney made the whole process very easy. Everything went smoothly from booking to the trip itself.
Courtney was wonderful to work with. She communicated clearly, helped us get everything arranged, and followed up to make sure we were happy with everything.
This was our fourth cruise and we had a great time. We really appreciate Courtney’s help and will definitely use her again for future cruises.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m really glad I could make the process easy and enjoyable for you and your husband. It means a lot to hear that everything went smoothly and that you had a great time on your fourth cruise. I look forward to helping you plan many more unforgettable trips in the future!"
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Trip 2026!!
Reviewed By Jorden and Bill - Spirit Lake, IA | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Overall it was a great trip! The resort was fantastic, the staff were excellent! In the future, we were a bit taken back by the fact that we had to pay extra for our luggage! On the return trip, the Amstar driver dropped us at the wrong gate, we then had to pay an additional $50 to get a ride to the correct gate. Next time, we will definitely use you again though, neither of the above things were under your control. We would also have chosen a child free resort and would like to explore options other than Mexico! Thank you for all of your help!!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you for sharing! I’m glad you enjoyed the resort and staff. I understand the frustration with luggage fees and the driver mix-up, and appreciate your patience knowing those were out of my control. Next time, I’d love to help you find some wonderful child-free resorts and explore destinations beyond Mexico to make sure it is exactly what you're looking for. Thanks again for trusting me with your travel plans—I’m excited to assist with your next trip!"
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Honeymoon
Reviewed By Maddie & Kyler - Rock Valley, IA | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Courtney is a stellar travel agent!
She provided us with some popular options to select from with a wealth of pertinent information.
We had a few hiccups with transportation in our trip & she was quick to solve them for us so that our trip was stress free.
She went above & beyond for us.
We would definitely recommend her help planning your adventure!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much! I’m glad I could provide great options and support to keep your trip smooth, especially when those unexpected hiccups came up. Making travel stress-free is always my priority, and it means a lot to know you felt well taken care of. I’d be honored to help plan your next adventure anytime!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Relaxing time away!
Reviewed By 5KH - Sioux Center, Iowa | Traveled to Key West | Florida | USA
This was the first time we went to Key West and exactly what we were looking for. The resort was just far enough away from busy downtown to be relaxing with shuttle service that allowed us to be a part of it when we wanted to. The food was great wherever we went and there were many options for excursions.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"I’m so happy to hear your first Key West trip was just what you wanted! Finding that perfect balance between relaxation and easy access to downtown is so nice. Great food and plenty of excursions make for such memorable adventures—I’m thrilled everything came together so well. Can’t wait to help you plan your next getaway!"
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An amazing trip!
Reviewed By Kate Bos - Hull, IA | Traveled to Cabo San Lucas | Baja California Sur | Mexico
Courtney did a great job keeping us informed and headed in the right direction! It made all the planning that much easier!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much! I’m glad I could help keep everything on track and make the planning process easier for you. It’s always my goal to take the stress out of travel prep so you can focus on the fun ahead. Looking forward to helping with your next adventure!"
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Always helpful!
Reviewed By Courtney - Pasadena CA | Traveled to Europe
Courtney went above and beyond to help plan and find great tour options for our Europe trip. We appreciated her quick responses to our questions, and her investigative skills to find the right option for us. Thanks Courtney and The Travel Advantage!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! I loved helping you find the perfect tours to make your Europe trip special. It’s all about making your experience smooth and tailored just for you. Looking forward to planning your next journey with The Travel Advantage!"
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Flights to Thailand
Reviewed By Kaitlyn VM - Rock Valley, Iowa | Traveled to Bangkok | Thailand | East and Southeast Asia
Courtney helped find and book me flights from Sioux Falls, SD all the way to Bangkok, Thailand! She checked in before we took off and assured me that if anything went wrong, she would help me!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your trust! I’m so glad I could help get you all the way from Sioux Falls to Bangkok smoothly. Knowing you felt supported before and during your trip means a lot to me—travel can be unpredictable, but I’m always here to assist if anything comes up. Can’t wait to help with your next adventure!"
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one of the best trips:)
Reviewed By Cassidy/Cameron Borman - dominican republic | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
the dominican is so beautiful and the resort we stayed at (majestic mirage) the people were very welcoming and helpful to us, we would definitely go again. courtney always recommends the nicest and best resorts. it was probably the nicest place i’ve stayed, especially with our sky view room:) even the husband wants to go again… and he doesn’t like to travel so that’s a plus?? thank you again courtney! can’t wait to plan the next trip:)
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m happy to hear you had such an amazing time at Majestic Mirage—it really is a great place. The sky view room sounds like a dream! Knowing that even your husband, who’s not usually a big traveler, wants to go back is the best compliment I could ask for. Can’t wait to help you plan your next unforgettable getaway! "
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Secrets Moxche was a DREAM
Reviewed By ckellen - Le Mars, IA | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Courtney was absolutely amazing as our travel agent. She did an outstanding job from start to finish—always responding in a timely manner and providing incredible suggestions that really elevated our trip. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure everything was perfect. I would highly recommend Courtney to anyone I know and would gladly work with her again!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means the world to me to hear that my suggestions and support helped make your trip special. I’m passionate about crafting travel experiences that feel just right, so I’m so glad you felt cared for every step of the way. I’d love to help you plan your next adventure anytime—thanks again for the recommendation!"
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It was a Cruise of a Lifetime.
Reviewed By Courtney - Sioux Center, Iowa | Traveled to Belize | Central America
The Star Princess was awesome. I’m glad we had our son along to help us navigate the ship. The mini- suite we had was big enough to accommodate my scooter & Bob’s walker. The room we had was great. The flights left a lot of bad taste in our mouth but we will stop in & discuss that with you. But the Star Princess is a 5-star experience all the way around. Best ever.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thanks so much for the kind words! I’m really glad the Star Princess exceeded your expectations and that the mini-suite worked well for your needs. I’m sorry to hear about the flight issues—definitely happy to chat and help make future travel smoother. Looking forward to catching up soon! :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Family Trip review
Reviewed By Janssen Family - Sioux Falls, SD | Traveled to Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Courtney did a great job booking trips, flights, hotel shuttle service for a large family trip. We had 22 people in our group and she did a great job booking our trip!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much! It was a pleasure helping coordinate all the flights, hotels, and shuttles for your big group. I’m glad everything came together smoothly for your family trip! Looking forward to planning your next adventure! "
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic Family Trip
Reviewed By ErikWithAK - Sioux Falls, SD | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Overall this was a great family vacation. Courtney had her hands full trying to coordinate a trip for over 20 people! She navigated the somewhat expected bumps with professionalism and great courtesy. She kept us up to speed on any changes with our flights and shuttles to and from the airport/resort. I don't think the logistics of this trip could have been handled any better!
We stayed at the RIU Bambu, which was pretty much what we expected at the price point. The food was a pretty typical all inclusive buffet style, a couple restaurants offered a la carte items, but nothing stood out as amazing. The beaches were beautiful, far superior to the beaches of the Yucatan peninsula in Mexico. The activities on the resort were fun, but could have used better organization. They just seemed to be scheduled sporadically and didn't really flow well. Entertainment was ok, the International Music show was done very well.
In conclusion, this was a great trip and I look forward to planning another vacation with Courtney within the next year for sure!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! Coordinating a trip for over 20 people was definitely a big job, and I’m glad everything went smoothly and you felt well-informed throughout. I appreciate your insights about the resort—they’re really helpful. I’m excited to start planning your next vacation whenever you’re ready! :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing honeymoon
Reviewed By Logan - Punta Cana Dominican republic | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Courtney with the travel advantage was great to work with and made the process so so easy. Secrets cap Cana was an amazing honeymoon or place for couples to be. The resort had a great vibe of calm if you wanted to just be at peace but enough things going on and people to talk to if you wanted to go sing karaoke or have a little extra fun. Highly recommend
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I’m so happy Secrets Cap Cana was the perfect honeymoon spot for you—calm when you wanted peace, and fun when you were ready to mingle. It was a pleasure helping make the process easy for you. Can’t wait to assist with your next adventure! "
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Wonderful Girls Getaway!
Reviewed By MelissaB - Worthington, MN | Traveled to Cancun | Quintana Roo | Mexico
When we began planning our getaway, we really did not know what we wanted to do or where we wanted to go. Courtney really helped us plan our trip from the beginning to the end. She gave us several options to choose from (which having so many choices was difficult). In the end, we went with sunshine, warmth and tropical breezes! Everything went smoothly and considering we flew out of 2 different airports and met in Dallas to fly out together, Courtney did a wonderful job of coordinating all of the details for us. We couldn't ask for anymore!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m thrilled I could help you navigate all those options and create a seamless trip filled with sunshine and tropical breezes. I’m so glad everything came together smoothly and you had a wonderful experience. Can’t wait to help plan your next getaway! :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our 25th Anniversary Trip
Reviewed By Josh & Devon Schiff - Le Mars IA | Traveled to Montego Bay | Jamaica | Caribbean
We can not say enough good things about this experience. Courtney was absolutely fantastic to work with and was patient with us as we made our decision on where to go. She always provided us with excellent advice and options. From start to finish it was a wonderful experience.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure working with you and helping you find the perfect destination. I’m so glad I could provide helpful advice and options along the way. Knowing you had a wonderful experience means the world to me. Can’t wait to help you plan your next adventure!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Little Getaway!!
Reviewed By Nathan - Hartley, IA | Traveled to Costa Mujeres | Quintana Roo | Mexico
Courtney dealt with many obstacles we threw at her when trying to plan a trip around a group of friends. With work making issues and everyone having a hard time finding a date that worked, Courtney handled all of our changes and questions perfectly. She responded and delivered everything we could’ve asked for! Would highly recommend anyone to use her for their own getaway!!
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! It was my pleasure to help coordinate all the changes and find the best plan for your group despite the challenges. I’m so happy everything came together and that I could deliver exactly what you needed. I truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to help you plan your next unforgettable getaway!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing Trip and Experience
Reviewed By Ryan - Sioux Falls, SD | Traveled to Barcelona | Spain | Europe
We had an absolute blast in Spain! Courtney helped us from initial planning all the way up until we left for our trip. We had lots of questions, and she quickly answered each of them. The entire experience was stress free, so we could focus on enjoying all that Spain had to offer.
Courtney Vander Veen responded
"I’m so thrilled you had an absolute blast in Spain — that makes me so happy to hear. It was a joy helping you from the first idea all the way through departure, and I’m glad the planning felt stress-free so you could just enjoy every moment. I enjoyed the process of every detail.
Whenever you are ready to plan your next escape, I would love to help plan it and make it just as memorable. :)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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