Japan - Ancient and Beautiful

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Rusty Pickett, VTA, MBA, Travel Agent in Charleston, SC

Rusty Pickett, VTA, MBA

Charleston, SC Travel Agent
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Rusty Pickett, VTA, MBA

Charleston, SC · 25+ Years of Experience

Shellback Cruises, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(57)
100% Recommended
Shellback Cruises has great experience and great advice for any kind of travel - sea, land and air. Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Japan, Tokyo

Interests:

Heritage, Photography, Religious

Suppliers:

Globus, Tauck

About Me

The temples of Japan
The temples of Japan

Japan is one of the safest and friendliest countries in the world.  School children ride the subway unaccompanied without a problem, and if a problem should arise, the passengers are quick to assist in any way.

Japan is relatively easy to get around. Many folks speak English and will help you an any way.  The train system in phenomenal.  Trains leave precisely when they are supposed to and, with a rail pass, getting from one  spot to another is easy. Riding the Shinkansen 'bullet train' is a must.  Traveling at upwards of 200 mph past Mount Fuji is a thrill. 

Learn about the heritage through the vast array of temples.  We chose a hub and spoke adventure, staying in hotels right at the train stations.  The train station in Kyoto is a sight to see - and adventure in and of itself.  Watch thousands of young children as the board the trains with perfect discipline for their twice a year field trips.

Visit Heroshima and understand the end of World War 2 in the Pacific as the Japanese viewed it.  The Hiroshima museum captures well that most historic moment of time.

We put together our own package, as my traveling mate lived in Japan for two years and knew the country well.  Great suppliers include Globus and Tauck.  

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Rating: 5.0
57 reviews
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Reviewed By Strawberry shortcake - Raleigh NC | Traveled to
Shellback Cruises has great experience and great advice for any kind of travel - sea, land and air.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Good professional planner
Reviewed By Tom - Mt. Pleasant, SC | Traveled to
Thorough planning for a fairly complicated trip overseas. Anticipated several unexpected problems. Would recommend 5 stars compared to some other representatives I have known.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Reviewed By Mickey - Fairfax, VA | Traveled to
Shellback Cruises provided outstanding personal support to my family in planning two Disney vacations over the past six years. No detail was overlooked during the planning process and it resulted in excellent response by Disney for both vacations. We will work with Shellback Cruises again for our next family vacation.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fun trip to Bermuda
Reviewed By Jackie - Gainesville, VA | Traveled to
This was a lovely trip several years ago, making new friends in a new neighborhood after a tough time in my life
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Most Knowledgeable Agent I have dealt with.
Reviewed By Rog - Savannah, GA | Traveled to
His knowledge of the cruise industry is the best. Rusty steered us to the cruise that really met our desires. I trust him implicitly.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Client Testimonials

Norway and the Northern Lights
“A wonderful trip, couldn’t have been better. The northern lights were totally amazing! I felt like I was in a magical place, definitely a fabulous winter wonderland!! We would love to return some day
John and Doris U, Jasper, GA
Alaska Cruise
We had a great time on the curise. Doing the suite was a great choice with a number of useful perks. I was able to schedule a bridge tour which was great. We wanted to thank you for the Crown reservation. Definitly the best place to eat.
John H O'Fallon, MO
Mediterranean Cruise
Disney cruise was fantastic!! The food was amazing as always. Disney now sends ship photographers to tour destinations and we used them when we saw them. We had the photo package so we got some great pictures”
Ron B Palm Coast FL
Italy
We had an amazing time. The tour guides were very educational. The hotels that we stayed in were perfect and the car rental was so much fun. Thank you for all your help putting this together.
Elese S Charleston SC
London and Paris
we are safely home from our trip and had the best time. I can’t thank you enough for helping put everything together and answering all of our crazy questions, before we even left!! Everything went really well. Globus did a fantastic job of making it fun and stress free with no glitches! We are already thinking about our next adventure!
Ann M Charleston, SC
Caribbean Cruising
We had a lovely time on Wonder of the Seas. And really enjoyed the water you sent to our stateroom. The cooler bag will be a great thing to continue to carry water, beer, etc. in the future. Very nice indeed! Thank you so much.
Dee D, Norfolk VA
Australia and New Zealand
Outstanding both NZ and Australia are beautiful Countries with warm friendly people. We saw our share of Koalas, Kangaroos and Tasmania Devils. Silversea see did an outstanding job as well. A vacation of a lifetime, appreciate all your assistance.
Marty C Johns Island SC
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