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Wilbur Franklin, Travel Agent in Tilden, IL

Wilbur Franklin

Tilden, IL Travel Agent

Wilbur Franklin

Tilden, IL · 25+ Years of Experience

Gateway Travel with Wil, an independent agent with Gateway Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
About
Certificates & Awards
My Places
Travel Stories & Media

Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Costa Rica, Hawaii, Jamaica, Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Rico

Interests:

Luxury Cruises, Luxury Hotels, Destination Weddings, Honeymoons, All Inclusive

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean

About Me

Beautiful view at sea.
Beautiful view at sea.

As your personal luxury cruise adviser, I don't just book voyages, I curate them. With a partner network that spans the globe's most exquisite cruise lines and a personal portfolio of destinations, I translate your travel aspirations into an unforgettable journey. Allow me to craft a seamless experience that reflects your unique desires and delivers a lifetime of cherished memories.

Certifications & Awards

AMA Academy
AMA Academy
AmaWaterways Specialist
AmaWaterways Specialist
Celebrity Learning Certification
Celebrity Learning Certification
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
Hurtigruten Expeditions Certified Agent
Hurtigruten Expeditions Certified Agent
NCL University - Associate Degree
NCL University - Associate Degree
NCL University - Bachelor's Degree
NCL University - Bachelor's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
Princess Commodore Certified
Princess Commodore Certified
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Viking Rivers 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.
Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico
Been There 22 Times
Must Do:
John Wayne hotel room, Dining with locals at small cafes, and of course the beach.
Hawaii, USA
Been There
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Been There 4 Times
Must Do:
Rhythms of the night show and dinner, Malecon, Cruise, Shopping
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Been There 2 Times
Mexico
Been There 26 Times
Mexico City, Mexico D.F., Mexico
Been There
Haleakala, Maui, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Hana, Maui, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Hawaii Island, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Hilo, Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Honokowai, Maui, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Kohala Coast, Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Kona, Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii, USA
Been There
Makaha Valley, Oahu, Hawaii, USA
Been There

My Photo Albums and Videos

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