Cassandra Durham, Travel Agent in Markham, ON

Cassandra Durham

Markham, ON Travel Agent

Cassandra Durham

Markham, ON

An independent agent with Onvigo Inc, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
About
My Travel Specialties
Certificates & Awards
My Places
Travel Stories & Media

Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Aruba, Stratford, Charlottetown, Punta Cana, Ontario

Interests:

All Inclusive, Celebration Travel, Culinary & Foodie, Animals & Wildlife, Family Vacations

Suppliers:

Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, Air Canada Vacations, Globus, Princess Cruises®, Manulife

About Me

Turning moments into Memories

My philosophy as your advisor is a natural extension of my own passions, a blend of luxury relaxation and cultural immersion. I am a seeker of contrasts, just as at home catching a world-class play in Stratford as I am on a white-sand beach in Aruba or Punta Cana. I travel to recharge and to learn. Give me an incredible meal, a great story, or a turquoise ocean, and I'm my happiest self. Ultimately, I believe travel's greatest reward is the connection it fosters, whether it's the simple joy of a family laughing together or a couple rediscovering each other away from the everyday. My goal is to craft the setting where these bonds deepen and thrive. In my time as a chef and now as your travel advisor, my philosophy has always centered on the importance of turning moments into memories. A thoughtfully planned itinerary, a gorgeous sunset, or an unexpected local experience, these are the elements that turn a moment into a lasting memory that you will cherish forever.

My Travel Specialties

Meaningful Memories. Delicious Destinations.

Meaningful Memories. Delicious Destinations.
For me, food is more than nourishment, it's connection, comfort, and celebration. Second only to my loved ones, it’s the heartbeat of my most cherished memories, sitting around a table with my favorite people, sharing something delicious, our bellies and hearts full. Before becoming a Trav...Read More ▶

Helping Families & Couples Disconnect to Reconnect

Helping Families & Couples Disconnect to Reconnect
After the intense stress of the pandemic, my family and I urgently needed to reconnect and step away from the ordinary. Our 2022 trip to Punta Cana was a deliberate choice to reset our family bond and remind ourselves how to just be together. We chose to stay at Dr...Read More ▶

A Four Night Culinary Romance in PEI

A Four Night Culinary Romance in PEI
Our adventure began not with a lengthy drive, but with a gentle landing at the Charlottetown airport. The moment we stepped into the crisp, salt laced air, I knew our four night escape to Prince Edward Island had to be perfectly curated. This was a concentrated d...Read More ▶

Building a new Tradition, Milestone Celebrations

Building a new Tradition, Milestone Celebrations
For years, I was the routine keeper, the household manager, the chef, the taxi, the scheduler, and all the rest. I truly loved the rhythm of running a busy home, but the summer my oldest graduated from elementary school, I learned a profound truth sometimes you need to break the routine to truly ...Read More ▶

Certifications & Awards

 ACTA’s mission is to foster the success and prosperity of our travel agency members. Our most supportive partners, ACTA Corporate Partners, invest their time and resources in order to support ACTA’s vision of a healthy and vibrant retail travel industry where the Travel Agent is recognized as an expert resource. Proud Partners understand that Travel Agents are essential to their success.
Aruba Certified Expert
Dominican Republic Specialist Program Certificate
Saint Martin Friendly Super Certified
Dominican Republic Expert Certificate
Dominican Republic Expert
Bahamas Specialist
Canada Safe Travel Planner Certified

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 Photo Albums and Videos

Bon Bini (welcome) to Aruba!
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    My Travel Stories

    A snack from Eduardo's to cool off at Baby Beach

    One Happy Island, One New Chapter

    The turquoise water hit me with an emotional force I hadn't expected. I was solo, a rare thing for a mother of two, but as the plane tilted over Aruba, peering through the window my eyes filled with tears. Below me, the island was a shimmering jewel, a tiny strip of white sand against a turquoise that promised more than just a v...
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