Escorted Tours and River Cruise expert

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Emelia Timpo, Travel Agent in Summerville, SC

Emelia Timpo

Summerville, SC Travel Agent
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Emelia Timpo

Summerville, SC · 14 Years of Experience

Timpo Travel, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(58)
100% Recommended
Very attentive and excellent follow up before, during and after our trip. Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Italy, Europe, East and Southeast Asia, Africa, Australia & New Zealand

Interests:

Escorted Tours, River Cruises, Groups, Family Vacations, Religious

Suppliers:

Windstar Cruises, Globus, Viking, Seabourn, AmaWaterways

About Me

Shanghai skyline
Shanghai skyline

Are you searching for an agent who can elevate your next getaway by showing you what a destination has to offer beyond its usual tourist stops? And would you like advice and tips on how to navigate various cultures and exotic destinations? Then let me book your next great getaway!  I am a SNG Certified Accessible Travel Advocate!

For 20 years, I lived and worked all over the world with the United Nations. And during that time, I came to know a large number of countries very intimately. Once I retired from the United Nations, I could not think of a better way to share my knowledge and experience than to become a travel consultant.

When you book with me, I can guide you to experiences that only a local will know about and educate you on local customs. The following are the countries I was fortunate enough to have been based in while working for the United Nations:

  • Italy
  • Switzerland
  • India
  • Namibia
  • Ghana
  • Ethiopia
  • South Africa

In addition, I always traveled extensively from all of those bases. From India, for example, I traveled to Pakistan, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh. And during my time in Africa, I went on numerous safaris and traveled throughout Southern and Eastern Africa as well as West Africa, Egypt and Morocco. I was also fortunate enough to have roamed throughout much of Europe, and I have also spent time in Israel, Jordan, Thailand, Brazil, Argentina and Mexico. 

I have also earned a large number of certifications, including:

  • Globus
  • Cosmos
  • Monograms
  • Trafalgar
  • Insight Vacations
  • CIE Tours
  • Avalon Cruises
  • AmaWaterways
  • India Specialist
  • Russia Specialist

I also strive to offer my clients the best customer service possible. I am very meticulous and will check your itinerary carefully to ensure that your journey will be seamless. I am also at your service, 24/7. If you have questions, I will always do my best to be responsive and dependable.

In addition to booking itineraries for individual travelers, I am also experienced in organizing large group travel. For example, I organized a Baltic group tour that traveled from Copenhagen to Moscow, and I have also arranged church group trips to Israel and Jordan. 

So are you ready to book your next amazing adventure? Then please contact me, so we can turn that trip you've always dreamed about into reality. 

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
58 reviews
100% Recommended
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This trip exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed By Tamara - New York | Traveled to Ghana ~ Africa
Very attentive and excellent follow up before, during and after our trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Also highly recommended
Reviewed By Dad (Papa) - Charlotte,NC | Traveled to Ghana ~ Africa
Highly recommended Five Stars
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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When in Rome...
Reviewed By QuiLynn - East Windsor, NJ | Traveled to Rome ~ Italy ~ Europe
Mrs. Timpo was an absolute delight to work with during my travel planning. She was very receptive to my wants and respectful of my many requests. She was well informed and was able to provide exactly what I requested with such ease. Other than speaking with Mrs. Timpo on a regular basis, the trip planning was effortless. She continued to check-in before, during and after to ensure that I was getting exactly what I needed. I look forward to Mrs. Timpo’s consultancy for my next international trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our amazing trip to Ghana
Reviewed By Valerie - Durham, North Carolina | Traveled to Ghana ~ Africa
She was very responsive and planned a trip that was perfect for me and my dad.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Superbly organized South American voyage- the best
Reviewed By CYS - Michigan | Traveled to South America
South American Tour of Argentina, Uruguay and Chile in January 2017

Our group of 20 persons included family and friends. Timpo Travel Agency planned the trip; booking the cruise and all the land tours that were taken in ports of call. The agency negotiated the best prices for the selected tours. Whenever possible, private tours were used for our group which allowed customization.
Of note, Dr. Emelia Timpo is a professional who has traveled extensively. She applies this experience in the leadership provided by the Timpo Agency: suggesting a variety options for cruises and tours; keeping the group informed of deadlines and managing the trip details. The agency was very responsive to the needs of the group.
The trip was fabulous.
We look forward to using the Timpo Agency for other trips.
Emelia Timpo responded
"My dear CYS, I truly appreciate your review. It was wonderful planning and traveling together with your family and friends. I am already looking forward to working with you on your next family trip! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
CTIE, CTA, CLIA - ACC, MCC, ECC
Avalon, SCENIC, and Emerald river cruise expert
Ama Waterways and Viking river cruise expert
South Africa Fundi expert
Globus, Cosmos and Monograms tour expert

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.

My Travel Stories

Old City, Khiva, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Amazing Uzbekistan

Traveling with a group of other travel agents through Uzbekistan in March 2025 has been an amazing experience.     We started in small town Khiva which has a historic still- walled old city with incredible architecture. The entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage site.  I loved everything about it including the small b...
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