Sandee Hughes, Travel Agent in New Orleans, LA

Sandee Hughes

New Orleans, LA Travel Agent
Super Agent

Sandee Hughes

New Orleans, LA · 9 Years of Experience

BucketList Travel Advisors, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(24)
100% Recommended
Our trip to Madrid and Barcelona in June 2025 was truly a trip of a lifetime. Sandee took the time to understand that we wanted a... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Lisbon

Interests:

Castles & Cathedrals, Premier Concierge Services, Solo Travel, Culinary & Foodie, European Culture

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways

About Me

Advisor Specializing in Custom Luxury Europe

As a seasoned travel advisor specializing in European luxury experiences, I craft unforgettable journeys that unveil the magic of France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, plus enchanting river cruises throughout Europe. Beyond pre-packaged tours, I delve into the essence of customization. Imagine strolling through sun-drenched vineyards in Italy, indulging in private cooking classes in France, or cruising down the Danube river through Central Europe in unparalleled luxury. Whether you seek cultural immersion, adventurous exploration, or pure relaxation, I weave your desires into a tapestry of unique experiences. My deep understanding of each region goes beyond guidebooks. With passion and expertise, as your trusted advisor, I curate bespoke itineraries. Imagine seamless logistics, personalized recommendations, and unwavering support throughout your journey. Think VIP access to exclusive sites, pre-arranged transportation, and 24/7 assistance for a truly stress-free experience.

My Travel Specialties

Tailor Made Italy Luxury Travel

Tailor Made Italy Luxury Travel
As a certified Italy travel specialist with 5+ years of experience in Italy, Sandee is your key to crafting an unforgettable Italian adventure. Partnering with a trusted local Italian supplier, I go beyond cookie-cutter tours, curating custom-designed journeys that perfectly match your int...Read More ▶

Luxe French Travel Itineraries

Luxe French Travel Itineraries
Welcome to the art of unforgettable French experiences with Sandee, your Luxe France travel specialist. With years of expertise, I curate bespoke itineraries that unveil the true essence of France, tailored to your desires, be it adventurous, explorative or fully immersive wine journeys. W...Read More ▶

Spain Itineraries by Design

Spain Itineraries by Design
Passionate about Spain? Step into an unforgettable adventure with Sandee, your expert travel specialist unveiling Spain's soul for couples and families. With years of experience and an in-depth understanding of Spain's vibrant culture and various regions, I design journeys that blend explo...Read More ▶

Bespoke Travel through Portugal

Bespoke Travel through Portugal
Step into the sun-drenched charm of Portugal with Sandee, your certified travel specialist crafting unforgettable, bespoke adventures. With firsthand knowledge honed through extensive travel through the country, I curate personalized itineraries for exploration, relaxation, and indulging i...Read More ▶

The Rivers of Europe in Luxury

The Rivers of Europe in Luxury
Follow the waterways through countries on Europe's rivers. As the backbone of civilization for thousands of years, the rivers are a fantastic opportunity to discover centuries of history while being immersed into local cultures. As a certified river cruise specialist, I can match your interests a...Read More ▶

Elevate Europe with a Custom Travel Specialist

Elevate Europe with a Custom Travel Specialist
Hi there, I would like to introduce myself. I am Sandee Hughes, your trusted advisor for custom-crafted, luxury travel experiences with unique experiences to inspiring destinations. Dreaming of an unforgettable European adventure? Look no further. Combining the magi...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
24 reviews
100% Recommended
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Unforgettable Journey to Spain
Reviewed By HappyTraveller7 - Louisiana | Traveled to Madrid | Spain | Europe
Our trip to Madrid and Barcelona in June 2025 was truly a trip of a lifetime. Sandee took the time to understand that we wanted a blend of culture, cuisine and history. We asked her to pack as many tours and activities into this vacation as possible. She did just that! Every detail was thoughtfully customized just for us! The boutique hotels were charming and ideally located, the transfers were smooth, and the activities she planned for us were absolutely amazing! I cannot say enough about the private tours and the fantastic tour guides that Sandee booked for us! Every tour felt intimate and insightful! We toured cathedrals, palace’s, architectural marvels, had dinner on a private catamaran in the Mediterranean, and had a blast watching flamenco dancers. Every experience felt uniquely ours! Sandee was always just a message away, though everything was so well planned we were able to relax and enjoy every moment. Sandee, thank you so much for every unforgettable memory that we will ha
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Dream vacation to multiple countries
Reviewed By WMAdventures - San Diego | Traveled to Europe
Sandee helped pull off one of our dream vacations to Morocco, Barcelona, Nice and Monaco. So many positives, we loved so many aspects of the trip from the activities to sites to hotels and quite a few delicious meals.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The Trip of a Lifetime
Reviewed By LoveMeT - Phoenix | Traveled to Amalfi | Italy | Europe
Every detail for our Italy vacation was perfect, and Sandee's recommendations were so amazing and helpful. Thank you again for helping make our trip of a lifetime so incredible! I appreciate you and I am giving your name to friends!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic trip!
Reviewed By Nancy - Santa Rosa, CA | Traveled to Italy | Europe
Sandee has helped us plan multiple trips for both just us and for our entire family. She listens to what we like to do and coordinates the perfect trip for us. Our last trip to Spain and Italy was exactly what we wanted- part land and part cruise. Sandee follows up on how we are doing during the trip and helps us with any questions. Everything has gone smoothly for every trip she’s helped us plan. Her knowledge of travel in different countries was so valuable. We look forward to working with Sandee with all our future travel plans!
Sandee Hughes responded
"Thank you Nancy. It is always a pleasure to plan with and for you and I look forward to what you have planned next on your bucket list. "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The varied adventure we were looking for.
Reviewed By Stacey - Le Mans, Sable Sur Sarthe, Normandy, Paris | Traveled to France | Europe
We were trying to plan our long overdue honeymoon that included our now teenage boys. We wanted to explore a French canal on our own boat and our boys wanted to see the 24 hour Le Mans race and Paris. Sandee made it all work for us by reserving a canal boat on the Sarthe River in close proximity to Le Mans. Following the race we spent a few days exploring the villages along the Sarthe river, including taking in Vespers at an amazingly beautiful monastery. Sandee arranged private drivers and private tours for us as well. This included a drive to Mount St Michael and a tour of the interior. We had a private driver and tour of Normandy which was not part of our original plan in France, but was an amazing addition that Sandee recommended for us. Standing on Omaha Beach and Utah Beach was an experience my two boys will never forget. Sandee also arranged tours for us in Paris that included the Louvre and Versailles. We stayed in a beautiful hotel close to the Louvre and the Musee d'Orsay. Sa
Sandee Hughes responded
"Thank you Stacey. It was a pleasure to assist you and your family on your bucket list items through France. "
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 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.
Certified Travel Partner for Portugal
Italia Certified Travel To Italy Specialist
Spain Specialist Certification
AmaWaterways River Cruise Specialist
American Society of Travel Advisors “VTA” Verified
Uniworld River Cruise Specialist
Wine Specialist - Society of Wine Educators
Avalon Waterways Specialist

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.

My Photo Albums and Videos

The Taste of Portugal and Spain
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    My Travel Stories

    Cruising the scenic Douro River

    Exploring Iberian culture in Portugal & Spain

    My daughter was studying abroad in Spain and, I was very excited to visit her and explore the Iberian region. Lisbon, Porto and the Douro Valley in Portugal and Salamanca, Madrid and the Canary Islands were on this itinerary. A fantastic two itinerary and May was the perfect time to travel through this region.  I arrived into Madrid airpo...
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    Cruising the rivers of Burgundy

    The Flavors of Burgundy & Provence

    Having just completed my certification in wine, I was very excited to visit some of the top wine regions in France. Burgundy for it's Chardonnay and Pinot Noirs, Rhone for it's Syrah and Provence for famed rose's. What I came to learn is that cruising along the Saône & the Rhone rivers is about so much more then wine.  Traveling in Octobe...
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    Client Testimonials

    England & France Vacation
    We had the most amazing time on our trip. Thank you Sandee for choosing such amazing experiences. We are back to reality now and sad it's over but we loved every minute of our European Adventure in London, Paris and Nice!”
    Sroufe Family
    Always an adventure!
    Sandee makes our vacations an even better adventure! We appreciate everything she does!
    Cumbo Family
    Thank you, for making the impossible possible
    Our hearts overflow with gratitude to Sandee Hughes for crafting a journey that transcended the ordinary. Our accommodations, meticulously handpicked by Sandee, provided us with havens of luxury and comfort that made each day's exploration all the more enchanting. It was as if we were living in a dream, with breathtaking vistas at every turn, thank you Sandee for your impeccable choices.
    Karen K.
    Our river cruise was fabulous!
    The ship was very nice, clean and safe. The staff and the service was wonderful. The tulips were at prime viewing time and our best weather day was at the Keukenhof gardens. Thank you again for all your assistance over the past 3 years! Will keep you in mind for future trips.
    Sheryl P.
    Hassle Free Travel!
    Everything that was planned accordingly couldn’t have gone much smoother. We were amazed. Everything set up in orderly fashion from the drivers meeting at your spot in timely manner to getting to where you needed to go. All the guides were superb and good personalities. Really enjoyed the trip hassle free
    L Montgomery.
    Every excursion was amazing!
    We had such a great time and loved the hospitality we were shown at each stop
    James L
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