Lina Stock
South Range, WI Travel Agent· 10 Years of Experience
Divergent Travel Trips, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Tanzania, Germany, Peru, French Polynesia, LongyearbyenInterests:
Animals & Wildlife, Expedition Cruises, Honeymoons, River Cruises, SafariSuppliers:
Avalon Waterways, National Geographic - Lindblad Expeditions, Windstar Cruises, Atlas Ocean Voyages, HXAbout Me
Global Travel Specialist
I specialize in designing immersive, experience-driven journeys for travelers who want to truly experience the destinations they visit. After traveling to more than 130 countries across all 7 continents, I’ve built my travel advisor career around firsthand knowledge of remote regions, expedition cruising, wildlife-focused travel, and adventure destinations.
If you’re searching for a travel advisor for Arctic and Antarctica expeditions, river cruises, small-ship cruises, safaris, group tours, adventure or couples travel, I provide expert guidance grounded in firsthand experience.
Some of the Destinations I Specialize In:
Antarctica & Arctic Expeditions
African Safaris including Tanzania, Kenya, Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa
Europe including Ireland, Greece, Italy, England, France, Germany, Spain
Tropical places including Caribbean, Tahiti, Fiji, Hawaii, Philippines, Indonesia
Adventure travel to Alaska, Egypt, Patagonia, Morocco, New Zealand, Peru, Galapagos & more
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Tanzania, Germany, Peru, French Polynesia, LongyearbyenInterests:
Animals & Wildlife, Expedition Cruises, Honeymoons, River Cruises, SafariSuppliers:
Avalon Waterways, National Geographic - Lindblad Expeditions, Windstar Cruises, Atlas Ocean Voyages, HXMy Travel Specialties
Antarctica Travel Expert
▶Antarctica Travel Expert
I specialize in planning Antarctica expedition cruises for travelers seeking a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the White Continent. Antarctica is not a typical vacation. It is a true expedition that is shaped by weather, ice conditions, ship capabilities, landing opportunities, and operator philoso...Read More ▶
Africa Safari Travel Specialist
▶Africa Safari Travel Specialist
I specialize in designing African safari journeys for travelers who want an immersive, well-planned, and ethically grounded wildlife experience.
A safari is not just a trip but instead a carefully timed journey shaped by migration patterns, seasonal changes, regional ecosystems, and lodge ...Read More ▶
Europe River Cruise Specialist
▶Europe River Cruise Specialist
I specialize in planning European river cruises for travelers who want to experience the heart of Europe in a seamless, enriching, and culturally immersive way.
River cruising is one of the most efficient and comfortable ways to explore multiple countries without constantly packing and unp...Read More ▶
Tahiti Travel Specialist
▶Tahiti Travel Specialist
I specialize in planning travel to Tahiti and the islands of French Polynesia for travelers seeking a seamless, refined, and unforgettable South Pacific escape.
Tahiti is more than just overwater bungalows. Each island offers a distinct atmosphere. From Bora Bora’s iconic lagoon to Moorea’...Read More ▶
Caribbean Travel Specialist
▶Caribbean Travel Specialist
I specialize in planning Caribbean travel for clients seeking a well-matched island experience. Whether that’s laid-back luxury, vibrant culture, or effortless all-inclusive relaxation.
The Caribbean is not one destination. Each island has a distinct personality, pace, landscape, and acces...Read More ▶
Honeymoon Travel Specialist
▶Honeymoon Travel Specialist
I specialize in designing unforgettable honeymoon experiences for couples who want more than just a beautiful destination. Your honeymoon should reflect who you are as a couple.
Whether that means overwater bungalows in the Maldives, a luxury safari in Africa, a cultural journey through It...Read More ▶
Amazon Rainforest Travel Specialist
▶Amazon Rainforest Travel Specialist
I specialize in planning travel to the Amazon Rainforest for travelers who want a deeply immersive, wildlife-focused, and expertly coordinated experience in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.
The Amazon is not a typical tropical getaway. It is a complex ecosystem that spans multi...Read More ▶
Galapagos Travel Specialist
▶Galapagos Travel Specialist
I specialize in planning travel to the Galápagos Islands for travelers who want an immersive, wildlife-centered experience in one of the most unique ecosystems on Earth.
The Galápagos is not a typical island vacation. It is a highly regulated national park with strict visitor controls, des...Read More ▶
Arctic Travel Specialist
▶Arctic Travel Specialist
I specialize in planning Arctic expedition travel for those who want to explore one of the most dynamic and wildlife-rich regions on Earth.
The Arctic is not a single destination but instead it’s a collection of distinct ecosystems shaped by sea ice, seasonal light, wildlife migration, and...Read More ▶
Europe Christmas Market Travel Specialist
▶Europe Christmas Market Travel Specialist
I specialize in planning immersive European Christmas Market experiences for travelers who want to experience the magic of the holiday season in an authentic, seamless, and culturally rich way.
From late November through December, Europe transforms into a collection of storybook villages a...Read More ▶
Global Travel Specialist
▶Global Travel Specialist
I specialize in designing immersive, experience-driven journeys for travelers who want to truly experience the destinations they visit. After traveling to more than 130 countries across all 7 continents, I’ve built my travel advisor career around firsthand knowledge of remote regions, expedition ...Read More ▶
Certifications & Awards
Avalon Waterways Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Windstar Star Specialist
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.
Tanzania, Africa
Booked It 12 Times
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Lake Eyasi, Arusha, Zanzibar
Caribbean
Booked It 3 Times
Been There 8 Times
Must Do:
Cruise, sail, all-inclusives, island hop
Germany, Europe
Been There 5 Times
Must Do:
Christmas Markets, road trip, Romantic Road, Bavaria, castles, river cruises, Oktoberfest
Longyearbyen, Norway, Europe
Booked It 16 Times
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Expedition cruise, polar bears, birds, walrus, photography
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America
Booked It 12 Times
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
island hop on a cruise, wildlife, photography, snorkeling
Peru, South America
Booked It 24 Times
Been There 6 Times
Must Do:
Lima. Cuzco, Amazon Rainforest, Machu Picchu, Nazca Lines, Ballesta Islands
French Polynesia, South Pacific
Booked It 4 Times
Been There
Must Do:
cruise the islands, stay in an overwater bungalow, scuba diving, snorkeling, cultural tours
Kenya, Africa
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo West, Nairobi
France, Europe
Been There 5 Times
Must Do:
Christmas Markets, road trip, river cruises, Normandy, Paris, Bordeaux, Saint Emilion
Ecuador, South America
Booked It 15 Times
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Galapagos Islands, Amazon Rainforest, Mashpi, Quito
South Africa, Africa
Been There
Must Do:
Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Kruger NP
Brazil, South America
Been There
Must Do:
Rio de Janerio, Carnaval, Illha Grande, Paraty, Pantanal, Bonito, Iguassu Falls
Zimbabwe, Africa
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Victoria Falls, Hwange NP, Matobo NP,
Norway, Europe
Booked It 16 Times
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Trolltunga, hiking, Bergen, cruise, fjords, Olso, Fram Museum, Svalbard
Fiji, South Pacific
Been There
Must Do:
Yasawas, Taveuni, Vanua Levu, Viti Levu, Savusavu, hiking, snorkeling, diving, cultural
Alaska, USA
Been There
Must Do:
Juneau, Anchorage, Kenai, Denali NP, Lake Clark Np, Katmai NP, Faribanks
Europe
Booked It 22 Times
Been There
Must Do:
River cruises, Christmas Markets, train travel, road trips, group tours
Iceland, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Reykjavik, South Coast, Ring Road, Puffins, hot springs, circumnavigation cruise, whale watching
Botswana, Africa
Booked It
Been There
Must Do:
Okavango Delta, Chobe NP
Egypt, Africa
Booked It 15 Times
Been There 4 Times
Must Do:
Great Pyramids of Giza, Luxor, Abu Simbel, Cairo, Aswan, Nile River Cruise
Ethiopia, Africa
Been There
Must Do:
Visit tribes, Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Gondar, Simien Mountains, Danakil Depression, wildilfe, photography
Morocco, Africa
Booked It 12 Times
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Marrakech, Casablanca, Sahara Desert, Chefchaouen, Fez, Rabat
Namibia, Africa
Booked It
Been There
Must Do:
Etosha NP, Namib-Nakuluft NP, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei
Rwanda, Africa
Booked It
Been There
Must Do:
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes NP, Kigali
Seychelles, Africa
Been There
Must Do:
cruise, island hop, snorkeling, hiking, bird watch, wildlife, beach
Uganda, Africa
Been There
Must Do:
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi, whitewater raft the Nile River, Queen Elizabeth NP, wildlife, safari, photography
Antarctica, Antarctica, Antarctica
Booked It 78 Times
Been There 7 Times
Must Do:
Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, Ross Sea
Australia, Australia & New Zealand
Been There
Must Do:
road trip, dive/snorkel Great Barrier Reef, Atherton Tablelands, Sydney, Darwin, Uluru
New Zealand, Australia & New Zealand
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
road trip, hiking, kayaking, cultural, wildlife, outdoors
Alberta, Canada
Been There 4 Times
Must Do:
Banff BP, Jasper NP, Icefields Parkway
Costa Rica, Central America
Been There
Must Do:
cruise, road trip, group tour, wildlife, bird watching, photography, adventure activities, beaches
Panama, Central America
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Panama Canal, sail the San Blas islands, Darien Gap, bird watching, cruise, island hop, history tours
India, Central Asia
Been There
Must Do:
group tours, Taj Mahal, Jaipur, tigers, culture tours
Maldives, Central Asia
Been There
Must Do:
cruise the islands, diving, snorkeling, stay in overwater bungalows
Sri Lanka, Central Asia
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Yala NP, wildlife watching, elephants, surfing, culture tours, foodie tours,
Cambodia, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 12 Times
Been There
Must Do:
Angkor Temples, Phnom Penh, cultural tours, history tours, foodie tours
China, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 3 Times
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Great Wall of China, Beijing, Chengdu, Giant Pandas, Pingyao, Xian, foodie tours
Tibet, China, East and Southeast Asia
Been There
Must Do:
Lhasa, Potala Palace, Shimla, Rongbuk, Everest Base Camp
Indonesia, East and Southeast Asia
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Bali, Komodo Islands, Lombok, Raja Ampat, diving, snorkeling, hiking, cultural tours, beaches
Malaysia, East and Southeast Asia
Been There 4 Times
Must Do:
Kuala Lumpur, Terrenganu, Penang, foodie tours, diving, snorkeling, beaches
Myanmar, East and Southeast Asia
Been There
Must Do:
Bagan, Yangon, Inle Lake, culutral tours
Philippines, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 7 Times
Been There 5 Times
Must Do:
island hopping, Coron, Boracay, Cebu, Bohol, kayaking, diving, snorkeling, beaches
Singapore, East and Southeast Asia
Been There
Must Do:
Michelin food stalls, Raffles hotel, hiking, city tours
South Korea, East and Southeast Asia
Been There
Must Do:
Seoul, DMZ, foodie tours
Thailand, East and Southeast Asia
Been There 6 Times
Must Do:
Bangkok, Krabi, Koh Samui, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, foodie tours, cultural tours, beaches
Vietnam, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 12 Times
Been There
Must Do:
Hanoi, Sapa, Hoi An, Halong Bay, foodie tours, war history
Austria, Europe
Been There
Must Do:
Christmas Markets, Lippizans, Vienna, Salzburg
Belgium, Europe
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Brussels, Dinant, Namur, Ghent, Brugge, waffles, fries
Croatia, Europe
Been There
Must Do:
Dubrovnik, Split, cruise, Plitvice NP, Rovinj
Czech Republic, Europe
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Christmas Markets, Prague
Denmark, Europe
Been There
Must Do:
Copenhagen
England, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
London, Liverpool, Stratford Upon Avon, Stonehenge, Lakes District
Faroe Islands, Europe
Been There
Must Do:
Sheep, seafood, road trip, dramatic scenery, culture
Greece, Europe
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
cruise, island hopping, greek salad, gyros, Athens, Monemvasia, Samos, Patmos, Santorini, Mykonos
Hungary, Europe
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Budapest, Christmas Markets, spas
Ireland, Europe
Booked It 2 Times
Been There 5 Times
Must Do:
Dublin, Cliffs of Moher, Skellig Michael, Westport, Aran Islands, Giants Causeway
Italy, Europe
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Venice, Dolomites, Milan, Tuscany, Florence, Assisi, Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Sicily
Luxembourg, Europe
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Moselle River cruise, Luxembourg City, castles, hiking
Montenegro, Europe
Been There
Netherlands, Europe
Been There 4 Times
Must Do:
Amsterdam, Anne Frank museum,
Northern Ireland, Europe
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Titanic Museum, Black taxi tour, street tour, Belfast
Poland, Europe
Been There
Must Do:
Warsaw, Krakow, WWII history, food
Portugal, Europe
Been There
Must Do:
Madeira, Lisbon
Scotland, Europe
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Edinburgh, East Coast 250 road trip, whiskey route, Highland Coos
Spain, Europe
Been There
Must Do:
Seville, Barcelona, Costa Brava, Pyrennes, Madrid, hiking
Sweden, Europe
Been There
Turkey, Europe
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Ephesus, Antalya, Cappadocia, Istanbul, roman ruins, food
Greenland, Greenland
Booked It 2 Times
Been There
Must Do:
Nuuk, Kangerlussuaq, Ilullisat, Sisimuit, Arctic Circle Trail, East Greenland, Expedition cruise
Baja California Sur, Mexico
Been There
Must Do:
Cabo, La Paz, Loredo, Isla Espiritu Santo, Sea of Cortez Cruise, Magdalena Bay
Mexico D.F., Mexico
Been There
Must Do:
Teotihuacan, Ballet Folklorico, Frida Kahlo House, Diego Rivera Murals, Xochimilco, Museum of Anthropology
Quintana Roo, Mexico
Been There 6 Times
Must Do:
Cancun, Cozumel, Riviera Maya, Tulum, Isla Holbox, Puerto Morales
Cyprus, Middle East
Been There
Must Do:
visit both side, road trip, amazing ruins, great food
Jordan, Middle East
Booked It 12 Times
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Amman, Petra, Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, Wadi Mujib, Jerash, Aqaba, Jordan Trail
Oman, Middle East
Booked It 7 Times
Been There
Must Do:
Muscat, Wadi Shab
Kazakhstan, Russia & Northwest Asia
Been There
Must Do:
Almaty, foodie tours, cultural tours, Kolsai Lakes, Kaindy Lake, Huns ethno village
Kyrgyzstan, Russia & Northwest Asia
Been There
Must Do:
hiking, Issyk Kul Lake, Bishkek, foodie tours, cultural festivals
Turkmenistan, Russia & Northwest Asia
Booked It 9 Times
Been There
Must Do:
Darvaza Gas Crater, Ashganat, Akhal Teke farm, Nissa, Merv
Uzbekistan, Russia & Northwest Asia
Booked It 9 Times
Been There
Must Do:
Tashkent, Samarkand, Bhukara, Khiva, culture tours
Argentina, South America
Been There 9 Times
Must Do:
Buenos Aires, Salta, Patagonia, El Calafate, El Chalten, Ushuaia
Patagonia, Argentina, South America
Been There
Must Do:
Glacier National Park, hiking, Perito Moreno, Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre
Ushuaia, Argentina, South America
Booked It 50 Times
Been There 6 Times
Must Do:
Tierra del Fuego NP, city tour, prison museum, train ride, post office, eat crab
Chile, South America
Been There 3 Times
Must Do:
Atacama Desert, Patagonia, Easter Island
Atacama Desert, Chile, South America
Been There
Easter Island, Chile, South America
Been There
Must Do:
Rapa Nui NP, climb the 3 summits, cultural shows, see all the moai
Patagonia, Chile, South America
Been There
Must Do:
Torres del Paine National Park, W Trek, Grey Glacier, Los Torres
Colombia, South America
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Bogota, Medellin, Cartagena, Lost City Trek, hiking, coffee, foodie tours
Napo River, Ecuador, South America
Booked It 3 Times
Been There
Must Do:
Amazon Rainforest, wildlife, photography, Napo Wildlife Center
Inca Trail, Peru, South America
Booked It 8 Times
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Most rewarding way to reach Machu Picchu!
Iquitos, Peru, South America
Booked It
Been There
Must Do:
river cruise, Amazon Rainforest, wildlife, photography, village visits
Machu Picchu, Peru, South America
Booked It 8 Times
Been There 3 Times
Puerto Maldonado, Peru, South America
Booked It 16 Times
Been There 4 Times
Must Do:
Wildlife, photography, Amazon Rainforest, Tambopata, clay licks
South Georgia, South America
Booked It 16 Times
Been There 2 Times
Palau, South Pacific
Been There
Must Do:
Rock Islands, Koror, snorkeling, hiking, cultural kayaking, scenic flight
Papua New Guinea, South Pacific
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Goroka Festival, tribal visits, Mt Hagen, Sepik River, Rabaul, Duke of York Islands
Solomon Islands, South Pacific
Been There
Must Do:
Malaita, Gizo, Honiara, Guadalcanal, Roderick Bay, snorkeling, cultural
Florida, USA
Booked It 5 Times
Been There 10 Times
Must Do:
Florida Keys, Dry Tortugas, Everglades, Orlando, Crystal River, St Augustine, Ocala, Pensacola
Hawaii, USA
Booked It
Been There 2 Times
Must Do:
Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai, Road to Hana, Whale Watching
My Photo Albums and Videos
Antarctica
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Tahiti & French Polynesia
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Europe Christmas Markets
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Antarctica
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My Itineraries
Vietnam & Cambodia - Hosted by Me!
Countries visited
Cambodia, Vietnam
Suggested Duration
1 Days
Antarctica Trip - 35% Discount until March 31
Countries visited
Suggested Duration
1 Days
Client Testimonials
Antarctica Trip
This was an absolutely incredible trip! Lina was available with helpful hints, insights, and information. Her experience with Antarctica helped add context to different landing locations and just general things to expect. 10/10 would book another trip with them!
Chelsea S.
Tanzania Safari
Just back from the most incredible safari through Tanzania, all thanks to Lina. Everything was handled with such care, precision, and genuine passion for creating unforgettable experiences. Her communication was super responsive, clear, and incredibly proactive. You’re truly in the best hands. She chose outstanding local partners, beautiful accommodations, and included unforgettable activities. Every detail felt intentional and thoughtfully planned.
Tanya C.