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Jo Ann Simpson
Covington, KY Travel Agent· 5 Years of Experience
Jogotravel, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
4.9
(23)
100% Recommended
Jo Ann makes vacation planning a breeze, she always keeps us informed on changes and checks in on a regular basis. Highly recommend her for planning... Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Africa, East and Southeast Asia, Botswana, Antarctica, South AfricaInterests:
Animals & Wildlife, Bucket List, Christmas Markets, Small Ship Cruises, River CruisesSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, Rocky Mountaineer, Atlas Ocean Voyages, Hurtigruten, Virgin VoyagesAbout Me
BUCKET LIST TRIPS
What’s on your travel bucket list? Seeing the Northern Lights? Gliding past icebergs in Antarctica? Polar bear spotting in Churchill? Or maybe it’s sipping wine in Tuscany or chasing cherry blossoms in Kyoto?
Here’s the thing: don’t wait for retirement, a lottery win, or “someday.” Let’s make **someday** happen now. I specialize in helping travelers check those once-in-a-lifetime trips off their list—without the stress. Whether your dream is a luxury rail journey through the Canadian Rockies or a hike through Bhutan’s Tiger’s Nest, I can help you get there. Having waited myself, I know from experience that I am grateful that I did a lot of my travel before I retired. If you need some tips, check out my blog post!
Your dream trip doesn’t have to stay a dream—and no, you don’t have to go it alone (unless you want to). Let’s build a bucket list worth bragging about.
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Africa, East and Southeast Asia, Botswana, Antarctica, South AfricaInterests:
Animals & Wildlife, Bucket List, Christmas Markets, Small Ship Cruises, River CruisesSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, Rocky Mountaineer, Atlas Ocean Voyages, Hurtigruten, Virgin VoyagesMy Travel Specialties
Small Ship Ocean & River Cruising – Big Experience
▶Small Ship Ocean & River Cruising – Big Experience
If you’re ready to swap crowds for culture and immersion, small ship cruising might be your new favorite way to travel. With fewer than 1,000 passengers, these cruises are all about luxury, intimacy, and access. You get into the heart of the destinations that larger ships can't, which means no en...Read More ▶
Bucket List, Small Ship Cruises & Unique locations
▶Bucket List, Small Ship Cruises & Unique locations
Hi, I’m Jo Ann—globe trotter, and unapologetic passport stamp collector. With over 70 countries (and all 7 continents!) under my belt, I’ve learned that the best travel stories don’t always start with “I found it in a brochure.” Sometimes they begin with “Wait… where is that?”
I am gratefu...Read More ▶
By Land Travel
▶By Land Travel
Travel by land has a way of connecting you to a destination in a much deeper, more personal way. While cruising allows you to sample the world, land travel invites you to truly experience it — the people, the culture, the history, the food, and the everyday moments that stay with you long after y...Read More ▶
Off THE BEATEN PATH EXPERIENCES
▶Off THE BEATEN PATH EXPERIENCES
Are you the kind of traveler who hears “Where is that?” and instantly thinks, I need to go?Y
Yeah… we’re going to get along just fine. I’ve always been drawn to the places that don’t make the front cover of glossy brochures—the ones that make people pause, tilt their head, and sa...Read More ▶
REVIEWS
Rating: 4.9
23 reviews
100% Recommended
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Fun with family and friends.
Reviewed By Wanda - Covington, Ky. | Traveled to St. Thomas | Virgin Islands | Caribbean
Jo Ann makes vacation planning a breeze, she always keeps us informed on changes and checks in on a regular basis. Highly recommend her for planning your next vacation!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great experience !
Reviewed By JanetB - Edgewood | Traveled to Netherlands | Europe
JoAnn was very attentive and thorough in all details of our river cruise with AMA. All questions were answered promptly. She did an amazing job and hope to use her services again in the very near future.
Jo Ann Simpson responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so glad you enjoyed your AMA river cruise—it was truly a pleasure helping you plan it. I always want my clients to feel informed and taken care of every step of the way, so it means a lot to hear that reflected in your experience."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Always keeps us informed of up and coming trips
Reviewed By Logo travel - N. Y. | Traveled to Bermuda | Caribbean
We have used other agents in the past, since we have been working with Jo Ann we have never looked elsewhere. She is always there when we have questions even when she is out of the country. Once you use her you will see how amazing she is.
Jo Ann Simpson responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words—it truly means the world to me! I’m so grateful for your trust and love being part of your travel experiences. I’ll always try to be accessible whenever you need me, no matter where I am in the world :-)"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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What a wonderful trip!
Reviewed By Nonnie - Jamestown TN | Traveled to Tahiti | French Polynesia | South Pacific
Putting a trip together by yourself is always stressful but, Jo Ann takes all that stress away. She is very knowledgeable about advising you with helpful hints and especially in helping you with on land
arrangements before and after a cruise. She always wants to be sure you have the best trip possible at the best price.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic cruise in French Polynesia
Reviewed By Friend - San Mateo, CA | Traveled to French Polynesia | South Pacific
From the moment we discussed the trip, Jo Ann kept me updated on every aspect of the cruise. I did not need to worry about any details. Jo Annis great at communicating regularly with her clients.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards


Oceania Certified Travel Advisor
Seabourn Academy Graduate

Seacademy - Gold Certification
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
Windstar Star Specialist

AMA Academy

AmaWaterways Specialist

Hurtigruten Expeditions Certified Agent

NCL University - PHD Degree

Oceania Certified Specialist
CLIA - CCC
ASTA Verified Agent
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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OFF THE BEATEN PATH ADVENTURES
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My Travel Stories
Client Testimonials
Go, Go with Jogotravel
I’ve been working with Jogotravel for about 2 years now and it has been a great experience. I’ve only worked with Jo Ann, but she has been fantastic! She keeps a lookout for travel experiences that may be of interest to me and sends periodic information. When I’ve booked a trip with her she takes care of everything; no worries for me! She recently cancelled a trip for me and re-booked because she saw that I could reap a significant savings; that’s my kind is travel agent!
Gail S. San Mateo, CA


