A 100% positive experience !
Reviewed By Beja - Santa Monica/California | Traveled to Hungary | Europe
I had always organized my trips myself, but this year I was so overwhelmed by questions that I needed help. That's when I contacted Ree, who proved to be an excellent travel agent. My daughter and I were going to Hungary together, from where she later on was traveling to Croatia, then back to the U.S. Our journey was complicated because I needed a return ticket and my daughter needed multiple one-way tickets with seat reservations. She also needed a Flix- Bus ticket from Budapest to Split and I needed a rental car and a hotel reservation in Budapest. From the moment Ree took over the job everything seemed to work perfectly. Not only was she fast and efficient, she also took care of every details such as recommending us travel insurance, explaining the benefit of it. She has never left any of my questions unanswered and took the "or" out of the ordeal. She did her research and always came back with multiple options to choose from. When it was all done and settled , she sent us a link to "The Magic App" that had all our itinerary and documents in one place, that was so useful and easy to access.
Ree was there for us all the way through our journey as she promised. She sent us a link to "Viator" where we could search for excursion activities including discount codes. I can not thank Ree enough for making our trip a 100% positive experience.
Maria (Ree) Lesher responded
"Thank you so much! This truly means a lot. I loved helping you with this trip, and I’m so glad everything came together smoothly. I’m thrilled the Magic App made things easier too. I’m always here when you’re ready for the next adventure! "
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Super supportive planning
Reviewed By Kristen - Portland, OR | Traveled to Australia & New Zealand
Ree was a great partner in planning our family trip to Australia and New Zealand. We started with a get-to-know-you phone call where she asked lots of good questions about our travel preferences and what we wanted to get out of this trip. She offered great suggestions to help us make the most of our travels, and kept us organized throughout. I was so grateful to work with her - this kind of trip has so many moving parts, and Ree helped us keep tabs on everything so we could relax and enjoy our time down under! I highly recommend her services and look forward to working with her again.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best vacation ever
Reviewed By Toni S - Portland Oregon | Traveled to Caribbean
I had the best cruise vacation ever thanks to Ree with In Search of Elsewhere. I told her what I was interested in doing and seeing on a cruise and she came up with a few cruises, presented me with some options and we picked a cruise line that had amenities and ports that I was looking for. She helped me purchase the right travel insurance (which I highly recommend) and checked in with me to ensure I was satisfied with all of my choices. Ree knows her stuff when it comes to cruising and will help find the best cruise line for you and your needs. She is great with communication and follow up. Ree, I think I am ready to schedule another one for next year. I highly recommend using Ree for your cruise planning. You will not be disappointed.
Maria (Ree) Lesher responded
"Thank you so much for this thoughtful review. It truly means more than you know. I absolutely loved planning this cruise with you, and hearing that it was your best cruise vacation ever makes my heart so happy. And I’d love nothing more than to start planning the next one,"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A wonderful time exploring and sailing beautiful waters
Reviewed By Richard - Oregon | Traveled to Split | Croatia | Europe
Ree found us wonderful accommodations, tours, and a sailing adventure! An absolutely amazing experience!
Maria (Ree) Lesher responded
"Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a lot to hear you had such a wonderful experience. Croatia is incredibly special, and I’m so grateful I got to help bring that trip to life for you."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great adventure without the stress
Reviewed By Erin - OR | Traveled to Croatia | Europe
Ree has always been so great to work with. She takes our travel style into consideration and finds the best stays and really does her research. Thank you Ree
Maria (Ree) Lesher responded
"Thank you so much! I love planning your trips and I’m so glad they feel easy and tailored just for you. That means everything to me."
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A fun NCL 11 day get away with many port stops
Reviewed By RBoone - Lake Oswego, OR | Traveled to Caribbean Sea | At Sea | At Sea
We enjoyed the sights, snorkling, dancing, relaxing by the pool and listening to some good music on our Southern Carribean cruise.
Being an inexperienced traveler we relied heavily on our awesome travel agent, Ree gave prompt responses to my many questions, and provided valuable pre cruise information and suggestions. At the last minute, Ree made a much needed hotel switch for us for the end of the cruise. Ree made our experience the best it could be.
Maria (Ree) Lesher responded
"Thank you so much! ?? I’m so glad you had an amazing Caribbean cruise. It was my pleasure to help and I’m happy I could be there for the last-minute hotel switch. So grateful you trusted me with your trip—thanks again, Ree"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Panama Canal on Island Princess
Reviewed By Amy - Aloha, Oregon | Traveled to Panama Canal | Panama | Central America
This was our first time using a travel agent! Ree was extremely helpful in so many ways! She stayed on top of changes in our itinerary and was quick to update us. She also kept an eye out for price drops and saved us money! We will definitely use her again.
Maria (Ree) Lesher responded
"Aw, thank you! This truly made my day. I’m so glad your first travel-advisor experience was a good one — and that price drop was such a win! Can’t wait to help with the next adventure!
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Super Relaxing Trip!
Reviewed By Denise - Washington DC | Traveled to Bahamas | Caribbean
Ree ensured my trip was exactly what I needed. The ship and the itinerary were perfect for what I wanted. We are already planning our next adventure. Job Well Done!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Quick trip to Northern Italy
Reviewed By Erin - Portland, Or | Traveled to Genoa | Italy | Europe
We had such a wonderful trip. This stay included 4 locations, and Ree helped us find wonderful stays for each! We also booked a food tour and a walking/bus tour of Genoa. Thank you Ree!!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Once in a lifetime trip!
Reviewed By Jen - Tokyo | Traveled to Japan | East and Southeast Asia
Ree helped organize tours for myself and the group I was travelling with in Japan! We were on a cruise and instead of going with the tours from the cruise ship, Ree set up guided tours with local guides! What a wonderful experience! The guides were so friendly and had great tours organized including our meals etc. I would absolutely have her do that again for future vacations/cruises. She also set up our taxi/shuttle service from the airport to our hotel and then again from the hotel back to the airport.
I highly recommend contacting Ree for any vacation plans and am sure you will be very happy with her suggestions and plans!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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An Amazing Trip!
Reviewed By IntheWind23 - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Tokyo | Japan | East and Southeast Asia
This was our first visit to Tokyo. Ree helped us plan our dream vacation. We told her what we wanted to do. She researched and booked our hotel reservations, transfers, and excursions. We could not be more grateful for her help. She was professional, quick to respond to questions and a sheer delight to talk to. I am already planning my next adventure with her.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great Experience/smooth sailing
Reviewed By Larry - Stoney Creek, ON | Traveled to Japan | East and Southeast Asia
Very responsive and organized. All the arrangements were clear and everything went smoothly from pick up and drop off at airports and hotels, land excursions were great and itinerary was detailed and was always a number to call in case something was wrong - and there never was a hitch. Took a lot of worry off my mind. Would definite her on my next trip.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Japan - Trip of a Lifetime
Reviewed By CarrieD - MTL Canada | Traveled to Japan | East and Southeast Asia
Ree booked us private tours and transportation for our trip to Japan. We saw more with the private tours, less crowds, our own pace. It was wonderful. Also having all the transportation taken care of, not worrying about taxis to and from the airport was great. Being in a country where you don’t speak the language can be daunting but Ree having handled our tours etc took all the worries away.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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