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Jason VanDuyne (JVD), Travel Agent in Philadelphia, PA

Jason VanDuyne (JVD)

Philadelphia, PA Travel Agent
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Jason VanDuyne (JVD)

Philadelphia, PA · 5 Years of Experience

R5 Travel Leaders, an independent agent with R5 Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
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100% Recommended
This place helped me to have the best vacation of my life.... my husband and I went from Honeymoon to Thailand and really the R5 Travel... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Europe, Switzerland, Australia & New Zealand, Thailand, Japan

Interests:

Adult Only, All Inclusive, European Culture, Bucket List, Honeymoons

Suppliers:

Globus, Avalon Waterways, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Riu Hotels

About Me

Cathedral, Switzerland
Cathedral, Switzerland

Looking for a "travel agent near me" to plan your next adventure?

I specialize in creating unforgettable travel experiences across Europe and beyond, from guided tours through historic cities to scenic river cruises along Europe’s most beautiful waterways.

I also help travelers plan bucket list journeys to destinations such as Japan, Thailand, and Australia and New Zealand, designing personalized itineraries that balance culture, exploration, and relaxation.

Every trip is thoughtfully planned so you can travel with confidence and enjoy an experience that feels truly personal.

Client Review

JVD was fantastic in scheduling the perfect package for our family. He and the whole team at R5 were dedicated to making sure we were well educated about the resort so we could have the best vacation ever! Will be using again! - Marcie D.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
19 reviews
100% Recommended
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Thailand Honeymoon
Reviewed By Sandra B. - Williamstown, NJ | Traveled to Thailand | East and Southeast Asia
This place helped me to have the best vacation of my life.... my husband and I went from Honeymoon to Thailand and really the R5 Travel team helped us with everything, we had a couple of meetings to talk about our expectations and I really am very satisfied. If you have any questions or travel ideas, do not hesitate to contact them, they will help you
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Australia Honeymoon
Reviewed By Mady C. - Philadelphia | Traveled to Australia & New Zealand
We has such an awesome experience working with JVD while planning our honeymoon! R5 was able to put together our dream trip, and take over so many of the logistics so we could just enjoy ourselves. We knew we needed help planning such a big trip (we went to Australia and NZ), and working with R5 made it all seem less. We are so grateful we found them and will definitely be working with them in the future!!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing Planning
Reviewed By Kelly K. - Cherry Hill, NJ | Traveled to Punta Cana | Dominican Republic | Caribbean
We've worked with Jason and Deanna and both have been amazing and so helpful while planning our trips. Would highly recommend R5!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Switzerland Alpine Tour
Reviewed By Jacquie L. - Cherry Hill, NJ | Traveled to Switzerland | Europe
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give the Alpine tour proper praise.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Honeymoon AND Family Trip
Reviewed By Geald R - Mount Laurel, NJ | Traveled to Jamaica | Caribbean
Wanted to book a vacation to the Caribbean with my wife and there were so many options. Went to R5 Travel Agency and they were so knowledgeable and had so much experience that they booked everything including the plane tickets. So I am going to an awesome resort in Jamaica with my wife to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. Thank You R5 Travel, you made everything so easy. I also used them to book a family trip with the kids to Arizona and they were able to do that to. Keep up the good work R5.
✓ 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.
AMResorts Master Agent
AMResorts Master Agent
Avalon Waterways Specialist
Avalon Waterways Specialist
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
National Geographic Journeys Specialist
Globus + Cosmos Specialist Certification
Club Med Specialist
CIE Tours Collection
Viking River Cruises

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.
Switzerland, Europe
Booked It 4 Times
Been There
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Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe
Booked It 3 Times
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Must Do:
Rent a bike and enjoy a ride in the Vondelpark, but walk the downtown area!
Cairns, Australia, Australia & New Zealand
Booked It 2 Times
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Melbourne, Australia, Australia & New Zealand
Booked It 2 Times
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Sydney, Australia, Australia & New Zealand
Booked It 2 Times
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Auckland, New Zealand, Australia & New Zealand
Booked It 2 Times
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Queenstown, New Zealand, Australia & New Zealand
Booked It 2 Times
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Booked It 2 Times
Very pleasant to deal with... informative and help...
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Aruba, Caribbean
Booked It 3 Times
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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Caribbean
Booked It 8 Times
Been There 3 Times
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Must Do:
Beautiful beaches!
Montego Bay, Jamaica, Caribbean
Booked It 8 Times
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Curacao, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean
Booked It 2 Times
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Hiroshima, Japan, East and Southeast Asia
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Kyoto, Japan, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 3 Times
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Osaka, Japan, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 3 Times
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Tokyo, Japan, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 3 Times
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Bangkok, Thailand, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 2 Times
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Chiang Mai, Thailand, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 2 Times
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Phuket, Thailand, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 2 Times
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Vienna, Austria, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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London, England, Europe
Booked It
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Paris, France, Europe
Booked It 4 Times
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Budapest, Hungary, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Reykjavik, Iceland, Europe
Booked It
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Must Do:
Experience the Blue Lagoon!
Como, Italy, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
We had such a great experience working with the fo...
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Milan, Italy, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 2 Times
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Naples, Italy, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
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Positano, Italy, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
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Rome, Italy, Europe
Booked It 3 Times
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Sicily, Italy, Europe
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Monte Carlo, Monaco, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Must Do:
Play a round of roulette at the Monte Carlo Casino!
Bergen, Norway, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Must Do:
Shop at the Bryggen waterfront and take the Fløibanen funicular up to the top of Mount Fløyen
Lisbon, Portugal, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Porto, Portugal, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Bratislava, Slovakia, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Barcelona, Spain, Europe
Booked It 3 Times
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Grindelwald, Switzerland, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Interlaken, Switzerland, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Our trip was amazing. I can't even begin to give t...
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Lucerne, Switzerland, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
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St. Moritz, Switzerland, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
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The Alps, Switzerland, Europe
Booked It 3 Times
Been There
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Zermatt, Switzerland, Europe
Booked It 4 Times
Been There
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Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Booked It 10 Times
Been There
Had a great time at secrets a very clean hotel
Must Do:
Top 5 snorkeling destination!
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East
Booked It
My wife and I wanted to go to Las Vegas for a few ...
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Captiva Island, Florida, USA
Booked It
Been There 5 Times
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Fort Myers, Florida, USA
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Key West, Florida, USA
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Miami, Florida, USA
Booked It 3 Times
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Orlando, Florida, USA
Booked It
Been There 2 Times
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Sanibel Island, Florida, USA
Booked It
Been There 5 Times
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Walt Disney World, Florida, USA
Booked It
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Chicago, Illinois, USA
Booked It 2 Times
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Acadia National Park, Maine, USA
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Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Booked It 2 Times
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Been There 100 Times
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San Antonio, Texas, USA
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My Travel Stories

Cafe Landtmann

Famous Viennese Coffee

For 10 years, I've hand-ground whole coffee beans for my French Press coffee. My bean of choice: Viennese Sumatra, a dark, more flavorful roast than most American blends.  This past April, I had a chance to go to Vienna on an Avalon River Cruise and I was excited to experience the original city of coffee culture and learn more about the h...
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Client Testimonials

Family Vacation
JVD was fantastic in scheduling the perfect package for our family. He and the whole team at R5 were dedicated to making sure we were well educated about the resort so we could have the best vacation ever! Will be using again!
Marcie D.
Sandals Curacao
Sandals Curacao was an amazing experience for me and my wife. Top notch restaurants, drink services and entertainment. Every night has a different event and throughout the day you will most likely find yourself in the double-decker pool to stay cool. The entire island has plenty of tours including some of the worlds most picture perfect beaches. Downtown Willemstad is a must go for the shops and history of the island. R5 travel made our trip to this island perfect with flights, transport and the stay itself. Will definitely be using this company in the future for trips!
Andy H.
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