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Missy Skoog, Travel Agent in Maple Grove, MN

Missy Skoog

Maple Grove, MN Travel Agent
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Missy Skoog

Maple Grove, MN · 25+ Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
5.0
(244)
100% Recommended
Missy is one of the most passionate agents I know. She really truly cares<br/>about her clients. I know this because I am one of her Whole... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Australia, Australia & New Zealand, Ayers Rock, Cairns, Sydney

Interests:

Beach Vacations, Solo Travel, Luxury, Luxury Hotels, Historical Sites

Suppliers:

Travel Answers, Delta Vacations, Pleasant Holidays, Classic Vacations, Qantas Vacations

About Me

Uluru at sunset
Uluru at sunset

Having been to Australia 3 times and New Zealand, I feel like the Aussies and Kiwis (yes, that's what they call those from New Zealand) are as similar as they are far different. Beaches, barbecues, sport, forests, beer, wine—both countries are increasingly multicultural.

Australia travel is no small undertaking—it's about the size of the US, so you can imagine that spending a week will only give you a glimpse of a few cities.

Landing in Sydney, visiting the iconic Sydney Opera House, exploring The Rocks area, and taking a dip at Bondi Beach is a must. Continue north to Brisbane to enjoy the beaches and the Australia Zoo, made famous by the Irwin family. Take a snorkel and glide across the rainbow of colors of the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most famous snorkeling and diving destinations.

Maybe head south to Adelaide to explore South Australia’s wine country, and continue along the Great Ocean Road to Melbourne, where you can take a hot air balloon ride or witness the magical Penguin Parade on Phillip Island

Don't forget about Uluru in the Northern Territory—a sacred Aboriginal site—and take the time to learn about Indigenous Australian culture.

Then take a short flight to New Zealand, maybe sail on an America’s Cup racing yacht in Auckland, explore the surreal Waitomo Glowworm Caves, or visit the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings. Head to the South Island to enjoy bungee jumping in Queenstown, or just sit back and soak in the epic New Zealand scenery.

It’s all amazing... I love it all. I can’t wait to share my stories and help make your trip to Australia and New Zealand a trip of a lifetime!

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
244 reviews
100% Recommended
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Missy is a joy to work with
Reviewed By Cindy - Minnetonka MN | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Missy is one of the most passionate agents I know. She really truly cares
about her clients. I know this because I am one of her Whole Sale Business Development Managers. I have worked with Missy for many years. She puts her heart and soul into every booking to make sure she is giving the best advise for the best price to each and every client. When things go right she is so excited about the trips she has planned and takes delight in hearing her clients stories. The very few times things go wrong she is right there trying to get things fixed to the satisfaction of her clients. If my family or friends were looking for an agent Missy would be one that I would recommend. She is knowledgeable, she listens to what your needs and wants are, she makes suggestions based on her experiences and she does this all with a smile.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Wonderful trip
Reviewed By Chris and Lina - Blaine, MN | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
Missy took time to make sure we had everything we needed while planning our trip to Scotland, GB. Everything went well and her guidance and advice were helpful. She's an experienced traveler and knows her business well.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Yosemite
Reviewed By Ted - Andover, mn | Traveled to California ~ USA
Always surpasses our expectations - keeps our desires, budget, and always comes through with great places to visit
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Making dreams come true
Reviewed By Joe - Andover,Mn | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
We have been working with and planning trips with Missy for many years. We have traveled around the world and she has been a big part of our experiences. She is thorough and punctual in the preparation and planning of our vacations. Missy is very professional and always has our best interest in mind when making decisions concerning us. .
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Magical Experience
Reviewed By Happy Campers - St. Paul, MN | Traveled to Europe
Missy provided outstanding service in assisting us with our vacation planning. She was methodical and patient, working on general ideas first, then focusing on hotels, travel modes (trains, flights, etc.), and finally, specific activities which required advance reservations. She was able to offer alternative ideas through her vast experience of travel that were amazing additions to our trip. And by the time our planning was complete, she packaged everything in a neat, concise travel packet with everything documented in a day by day itinerary. And although we never needed to use them, we were given emergency contacts and numbers in the event of problems on our trip. Thank you Missy!!!
Missy Skoog responded
"I am so glad everything went well. England, France, Austria and Switzerland made for such a incredible first time trip to Europe. I am so glad you were able to spend quality time together as a family and enjoy the sites, sounds and smells of Europe! I look forward to helping with the next adventure."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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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.

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    Aussie vs Kiwi

    Australia or New Zealand which better suits you? Australia Australia is the size of the united states and I certainly believe it's a destination you need to make multiple trips to. I have myself. Cairns is the home of great barrier and a must-see. I had snorkeled with potato cod which is a VERY lar...
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    Client Testimonials

    Aussie and New Zealand Specialist
    Missy is an Aussie and New Zealand Specialist. She is an expert in traveling to Australia. She has been to Australia twice in the past 3 years. The first trip was in 2013 and focused on Queensland and Sydney; the second trip was in August 2015 and focused on Sydney, Ayer’s Rock, Darwin, Melbourne and ended in Auckland, NZ. Missy’s expertise and knowledge will ensure you have an amazing trip Down Under!
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