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Sarah Nelson Latas, Travel Agent in Gilbert, AZ

Sarah Nelson Latas

Gilbert, AZ Travel Agent

Sarah Nelson Latas

Gilbert, AZ · 19 Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
5.0
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100% Recommended
Sarah has handled our travel arrangements for quite a few years. :) <br/><br/>She can handle small and large travels. Sarah has done extensive travel in all... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Australia, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Cairns, Tasmania

Interests:

Luxury, Adventure, Luxury Cruises, Cruises, Animals & Wildlife

Suppliers:

Travel Answers, G Adventures, Silversea, Tauck, Celebrity Cruises

About Me

Surrounded by kangaroos in Tasmania
Surrounded by kangaroos in Tasmania

Considering a holiday Down Under? I can get you to Australia! Of all of the places I have travelled, Australia is truly my favorite destination.

Whether you are an avid scuba diver who wants to spend days at sea or a snorkeling novice who can dedicate one day, the Great Barrier Reef is a site like no other. It is arguably the most famous reef system in the world. Pictures can’t quite capture the beauty that this site holds. There is so much more to see while you spend time in Queensland. You can trek through the Daintree Rainforest where you can stay in a Luxury Lodge or you can shuttle down to the Gold Coast.

Australia has some great wine regions that include Margaret River near Perth, the Barossa Valley near Melbourne, and the Hunter Valley near Sydney. There’s a lot of good wine to be tried while in Australia, especially Australian Shiraz and Pinot Noir. You can take day trips to any of the wine areas from the nearby major cities.

Known for its famed opera house and harbor, Sydney also boasts an incredible bridge (which you should hike), great parks, delicious food (check out China town), lots of free stuff to do, and amazing surfing. Whether you go to Manly Beach or hang out with everyone else in Bondi, Sydney is a place to relax in the sun and enjoy the water. Darling Harbor has a number of good restaurants and great entertainment venues.

Tasmania is the island state south of mainland Australia. This island has so much to offer that you could spend weeks here. But if you only have a few days to spend, I’ll make sure you get to Port Arthur to see the old penal colony and its amazing views. I can also set up a private night tour for your group to see an animal sanctuary at night and hand feed Tasmanian Devils just outside of Hobart.

Don’t discount Western Australia because of its distance. Heading further West could mean swimming with Whale Sharks off white sand beaches, and seeing some of the most beautiful landscape in the country. It also means fewer tourists. The Ningaloo Reef is even more accessible than the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland.

Why do I personally love Australia? The people are extremely friendly. Everyone wants to talk to you and learn about you and why you are visiting their country. The small towns were unique and the large cities were absolutely beautiful. There was never a moment when I didn't feel safe.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
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This agent knows the BIZ!
Reviewed By BW - Mesa, AZ | Traveled to New York City ~ New York ~ USA
Sarah has handled our travel arrangements for quite a few years. :)

She can handle small and large travels. Sarah has done extensive travel in all shapes and forms. She is an EXCELLENT resource and provides top notch customer service. She is adventurous but practical. Explain to her what you are looking for, and she will make it happen.

On one occasion, I had what could have been a difficult travel experience but upon calling her it was handled with ease.

Sarah is our go to girl when we travel. Make her yours!

Sarah Nelson Latas responded
"I am always happy to help your family when it comes to your travel needs!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best Family Vacation
Reviewed By Lisa - Gilbert, AZ | Traveled to Australia & New Zealand
I was trying to plan a trip to Australia on my own thinking I would save money. It was frustrating. I called Sarah and explained what I wanted and my budget. She helped me get everything booked and stayed within budget. Her recommendations were fantastic. She guided us through all steps of international travel.
Sarah Nelson Latas responded
"It was a pleasure helping you and your family on your trip to Australia!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The best agent I have worked with!
Reviewed By Megan - Mesa, AZ | Traveled to Europe
I have had the pleasure of working with Sarah on many trips. She is an extremely professional agent who is great to work with. She has helped me with overseas vacations multiple times, including New Zealand, a multi country European trip, and even Antartica. She is constantly impressing me with her knowledge of the topics/locations we are discussing. She is available to answer any questions I may have about excursion or seasons to travel, and is willing to offer suggestions based on what we have discussed. I value her opinion and have been very thankful for all that she does. She thinks of everything needed for the perfect vacation, down to transfers (which I always forget about), insurance, currency exchange tips, and places of interest. She is the only person I will book my travel through!
Sarah Nelson Latas responded
"Thank you for such wonderful words! I am always happy to make sure that you are well taken care of and that you have an amazing vacation!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Booked 3 week South American land package with fli
Reviewed By Cathy - Minneapolis, MN | Traveled to South America
She was spot on with her suggestions and was patient with our questions. She helped us with issues that happened while traveling and was always positive and kind.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Family Vacation - Cruise to Mexico
Reviewed By Dave K. - Saint Charles, MO | Traveled to Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I have referred Sarah to others and have actually received a call thanking me for referring them to her.

She saved us money over the internet sites and advised us on the important things we wouldn't have known otherwise. We are grateful we found Sarah,and will use her services again on our next trip.

Having Sarah professionally advise us saved time and gave us the confidence to explore areas where we wouldn't have otherwise.

(I wish we traveled more!!!)

Feel free to share this note with anyone.
Thanks again!
Dave K.

Sarah Nelson Latas responded
"It was a pleasure to work with you and help you experience a new destination. I'd be more than happy to help you plan your future travels as well."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
Certified Active & Adventure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Active & Adventure Travel Customer, Destination Knowledge, Active & Adventure Travel Experiences, ATTA Travel Resources, Active & Adventure Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
Certified Leisure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several key components including: Sales and Service, Cruise Sales, Destination and Lifestyle Knowledge, Programs and Preferred Supplier Knowledge. This is a two year study program.
Certified Business Travel Specialist: During this certification program Business Travel Agents study several components including: Service Excellence for the Business Traveler, Business Account Research Project, Technology Skills, Preferred Supplier Knowledge, Consumer Services, Domestic Business Destination Case Studies, International Business Destination Case Studies. This is a two-year study program.
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Luxury/Experiential Customer, Destination Knowledge, Luxury Travel Experiences, Luxury Programs, Luxury/Experiential Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
Aussie Specialist from Tourism Australia
Upward Rockstar Agent Under 40 Trendsetter 2015
Travel Agent Magazine's 30 Under 30 2013 Recipient
G Adventures 2018 Ambassador of Change

Client Testimonials

London, here we come!
My husband and I were toying with the idea of going to London in the fall, but life got busy and we never made the plans. Working with Sarah made it possible and easy in a very short amount of time! I emailed her with possible dates and she quickly responded with quotes for flight and hotel options, so the only work we had to do was pick one of the hotels and if we wanted a non-stop or lay-over flight. Sarah evaluated all of the lay-overs using her knowledge of how to approximate how long it takes to go through customs in various airports; she compared travel insurances for the price vs. coverage and picked the one best for our situation. My only regret is not contacting her immediately when we had the idea - London, here we come!
Crystal W, Mesa, Arizona
My Travel Agent
Do you have a personal travel agent? I do! Do you have peace of mind when traveling? I do! When I travel it is for pleasure. Since using the services of my experienced travel agent, my trips have been just that. PLEASURE. Sure, I have had airport delays. I called Sarah for assistance when this occurred. She instantly had solutions for me. Our son in law booked his honeymoon through Sarah. He said that they would not have changed a thing. My elderly parents have booked several trips through Sarah. They have traveled nationally and internationally through Sarah’s company. All of their accommodations have exceeded their expectations. I love hearing about her adventures and it has broadened my horizons to the opportunities that I one day hope to experience. She is not afraid of adventure. She has ideas on what kind of adventure would suit you to ensure a positive trip whether it is for business or pleasure. I look forward to scheduling many more adventures with Sarah as my guide.
Barb W, Mesa, Arizona
Takes the time to get to know me
Sarah, at A World of Travel, has been a great asset for all my recent travels. She takes the time to get to know me and what I really want to get out of my trips. She is very knowledgeable and is able to help guide me to make informed decisions about when and where I travel. You can tell that she enjoys her job and helping customers make the most of their vacations. I feel comfort in knowing that she has planned everything perfectly, and that is one of the best gifts you can have while traveling.
Megan B, Mesa, Arizona
Happy door to door!
Sarah planed ahead to make sure all flights had a little lead way. Every thing worked as planed. Very happy door to door!
Bernard K, Mesa, Arizona