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Monique Delph, Travel Agent in Edina, MN

Monique Delph

Edina, MN Travel Agent
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Monique Delph

Edina, MN · 25+ Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
4.9
(55)
100% Recommended
Prior to selecting a travel agency to work with on our European vacation, we personally met with Monique to be sure she had the expertise we... Read More >
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Destinations:

South Africa

Interests:

River Cruises, Christmas Markets, European Culture, Castles & Cathedrals, Wine Country Vacations

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways

About Me

Having just returned from a European river cruise in April of 2025, I am beyond excited to share my knowledge and experience with you!! I will be returning soon to do another one of these amazing vacations.

River cruising is an amazing way to journey. It is exceptional for so many reasons.

  • It offers an intimate cruise with smaller vessels holding about 50-80 cabins only. So you get to know your crew and other guests on a first name basis.
  • Great itineraries that get you up close and personal with history, architecture and nature. 
  • A wide range of excursions to choose from at each port that include city walks, hiking, biking, and history. Or you can do nothing at all.
  • Great cabins that are well appointed.
  • Wonderful food for each meal, as well as wine and beer for breakfast and dinner.
  • Daily Happy Hour and nightly entertainment is also included.

I look forward to working along side to find the right itinerary and vessel to make your journey all that it should be. You too, will return from this experience refreshed and excited to share and return again!!

REVIEWS

Rating: 4.9
55 reviews
100% Recommended
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Memorable European family vacation to celebrate a
Reviewed By Chris - Minnetonka MN | Traveled to Germany ~ Europe
Prior to selecting a travel agency to work with on our European vacation, we personally met with Monique to be sure she had the expertise we were looking for. We are a family of 5 (husband/wife/2 adult children and mother) traveling to Germany to celebrate a relative's 80th birthday. Throughout the planning process, Monique was very attentive and responsive to our numerous emails and telephone calls. During the planning stage, we made several changes to the itinerary and she provided updated pricing quotes promptly. A suggestion we have for A1 Travel partners in Europe is to provide specific detail about where to board a ferry (Rhine cruise with Koln Dusseldorfer boards at Pier 4 in Bingen), nearest parking lot for tours, etc. Details that can save the traveler time and energy. Having reserved tickets for various tours/concerts before leaving the US allowed us to move past the long ticket lines and provided more time for sightseeing and shopping! A memorable European vacation!
Monique Delph responded
"It was my pleasure to work with both of you in the process of creating a memorable family trip. I am glad that all you were able to utilize the benefits of pre-booking for activities in bypassing the long lines. I will forward your suggestion to Koln Dusseldorfer about including more details as to parking locations in relation to the piers. Thank you for your review! Monique "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Reviewed By none - Grand Junction, Colorado | Traveled to Central Asia
Monique has been fantastic to work with over the past seven years. I was traveling out of the country two to three times per year on hunting trips, mostly to Africa and Central Asia. She has a good understanding of the needs of hunters carrying weapons and ammunition. After I started having her do my travel plans, the guns arrived with me 100% of the time. Prior to that, the hunt was usually over by the time they arrived. Monique starts looking for the best fare months ahead and has saved me lots of money over the years. On one trip alone, she saved about $2000. on a business class fare with Turkish Air by having me depart the USA from Los Angeles instead of Chicago. Arrival in Central Asia was the same either way. I can highly recommend her for arranging your next trip anywhere.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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My 40th Birthday Trip
Reviewed By Stacey - Apple Valley, MN | Traveled to Playa Del Carmen ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Monique has always been very helpful whenever we have needed her. We use her every time we are taking a big trip because we know she will get us the best and take away a lot of the work and worry of planning a big trip with multiple people.
Monique Delph responded
"Hi Stacey, I'm so happy that you had such a nice and special birthday trip. I look forward to working with you for the next trip! Monique"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Easy- Peasy trip planning with Monique
Reviewed By Kelly L. - Brooklyn Park, MN | Traveled to Las Vegas ~ Nevada ~ USA
Monique was very quick to respond back to my emails, which I thought was fantastic. She gave us different options of packages to choose from, in my budget. She is knowledgeable and I would definitely use her expertise again.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Everything I hoped for and more!
Reviewed By Happy Traveler - Rosemount, MN | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA
A different agent assisted with the planning and booking of our vacation, but Monique stepped in when the other agent went out on leave. She was very helpful and responsive, and offered great suggestions.
Monique Delph responded
"Hi Erika, It was a pleasure working with you and your mother to finalize your vacation and assist with your touring options. Thank you, Monique "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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