Andre Leavitt, Travel Agent in Saint Paul, MN

Andre Leavitt

Saint Paul, MN Travel Agent
Super Agent

Andre Leavitt

Saint Paul, MN · 25+ Years of Experience

Time Travels Inc., an independent agent with Travel Leaders Bloomington, MN
5.0
(36)
100% Recommended
Andre was incredibly easy and comfortable to work with. She advised us on great locations to visit in the Canary Islands, as well as found us... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Africa, Australia & New Zealand, Europe, Costa Rica, Italy

Interests:

Destination Weddings, Luxury Cruises, River Cruises, Safari, Honeymoons

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways, Avanti Destinations, Insight Vacations, Travel Answers

About Me

Active Adventure, Luxury Journeys & Romance Trips

Planning Active Adventure, Wellness Travel & Luxury Journeys is my passion. When you combine all 3 it makes for a WOW experience! They compliment each other. An Active Adventure itinerary is about wellness & discovery. Luxury Travel itineraries always include wellness amenities & luxury means you can do as you wish. Being a Romance Travel Specialist was my first niche. Helping clients with Romance Vacation; destination weddings, honeymoon & anniversary travel is fun as clients are in a happy place. Trying to surpass my client’s expectations regardless of the trip is always my goal.

My Travel Specialties

Luxury Journeys, Active Adventures & Wellness

Luxury Journeys, Active Adventures & Wellness
Planning luxury journeys, active adventures & wellness travels is my passion. When combined, these three elements create truly unforgettable travel experiences. Active adventure itineraries focus on wellness and discovery, while luxury travel always includes premium wellness amenities and the fre...Read More ▶

Adventure & Wellness Vacations Expert

Adventure & Wellness Vacations Expert
After 20 years of practicing yoga & a lifetime of fitness, designing Active Adventure & Wellness vacations for individuals & groups was a natural progression.  The trend in Active Adventure & Wellness Travel is to be engaged in activities, connect with nature & relax within luxurious surroundings...Read More ▶

Luxury Expedition & River Cruise Guru

Luxury Expedition & River Cruise Guru
Small Ship Expedition Cruising is the prefect mix of luxury & adventure. While cruise lines like Regent Seven Seas & Crystal Cruises are more lavish in style then the Hurtigurten’s new hybrid polar vessels that cater to more active adventure; they all offer excellent service, exceptional comfort ...Read More ▶

Italy Vacation Travel Consultant

Italy Vacation Travel Consultant
If you have not experienced Italy; you must go.  Italy is a fabulous destination to explore. Let me help you find your way. While Rome, Florence & Venice are usually the top choices for the first time traveler to Italy, I always encourage my clients to get off the beaten path.  Spending ti...Read More ▶

Australia & New Zealand Specialist

Australia & New Zealand Specialist
I am proud to be both an Australia & New Zealand specialist. These two fabulous destinations should be on your bucket list. Australia is simply too large a country to be seen in one visit, unless you have unlimited time & resources. Think of Australia as a large pie. You eat it one slice a...Read More ▶

Luxury Journey Vacation Specialist

Luxury Journey Vacation Specialist
Traveling in style is what dreams are made of! Who does not want to enjoy a taste of life's finer things?  Be it a Silver Seas Greek Island Cruise or a Casita Suite at the El Dorado Royale gourmet all-inclusive resort on the Riviera Maya?  Reaching for that luxury vacation may also be closer than...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
36 reviews
100% Recommended
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The Best Spring Break!
Reviewed By Corina - St. Louis Park, MN | Traveled to Canary Islands ~ Africa
Andre was incredibly easy and comfortable to work with. She advised us on great locations to visit in the Canary Islands, as well as found us affordable and convenient airfare and lodging. She had a variety of suggestions for us to choose from, giving us room to select what we wanted while still giving us valuable information. I would definitely work with her again and highly recommend her services.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Vacation Exceeded our Expectations
Reviewed By Denise Pendlelight - Belfast, ME | Traveled to Yucatan ~ Mexico
I can’t thank Andre enough for her expert guidance and services! We truly had an over-the-top family vacation 30th anniversary trip --with two grown children and their partners--at a Yucatan resort. Andre was always professional and personable. She took time to learn about our interests and values to give us a small selection from the many possible resorts. She promptly responded to any stupid questions and needs with genuine care, creativity, and competence. As relatively inexperienced travelers, we felt safe in her hands, knowing we could call with any worries (and we did!) of travel amidst a pandemic. We're grateful for the destination she led us to as well as for the direct flight with shuttle service she arranged. It was the most "stress-free-of-logistics"vacation ever and I won't hesitate to call her again.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Southeastern France
Reviewed By Paulette - Eagan, MN | Traveled to France ~ Europe
Easy to contact for updates
Had great suggestions
Coordinated excellent day trips with small numbers ofparticipants
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The Perfect Combination
Reviewed By Happy Traveler - Phoenix, AZ | Traveled to France ~ Europe
Communicative and great with brainstorming to achieve the perfect vacation. We wanted to be gone about 3 weeks with a minimum of packing and unpacking. Combining the transatlantic crossing , long weekend in Bath, Seine Riverboat cruise and stay in Paris covered all of our desires. The arrangements all went as planned with minimal disruption. We never could have come up with the itinerary and arrangements on our own. So important to work with someone so attentive to our wishes.
Andre Leavitt responded
"Hi Jaci: This is the type of adventure that I love to plan. Lots of moving parts. You & John were a pleasure to work with. Thank you!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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exceptional trip of a lifetime
Reviewed By Louise - Minnetonka, MN | Traveled to Vancouver ~ British Columbia ~ Canada
very professional and detail oriented
Andre Leavitt responded
"Thank you Louise for taking the time to write. So glad that at last you were able to take this amazing Rocky Mountaineer adventure. You & George were a pleasure to work with!"
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.
The Book with Confidence logo tells you that this Travel Advisor has direct access to comprehensive resources for safe and healthy travel, available at their discretion for sharing with clients.  This includes vetting the details on the health and safety protocols implemented by each travel provider in order to recommend the ideal itinerary for each client’s unique needs.
Certified Active & Adventure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Active & Adventure Travel Customer, Destination Knowledge, Active & Adventure Travel Experiences, ATTA Travel Resources, Active & Adventure Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
Certified Luxury Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Luxury/Experiential Customer, Destination Knowledge, Luxury Travel Experiences, Luxury Programs, Luxury/Experiential Preferred Suppliers, Case Studies and a Marketing Plan. This is a two-year study program.
A Honeymoon Wishes Agent provides the only full service honeymoon registry for couples that expect a higher standard for their wedding.
Angies List Super Service Award 2011 - 2019
Angies List Super Service Award since 2011- 2019
AmaWaterways certification
Kiwi Specialist
Luxury Specialist
Aussie Specialist
Active Adventure Specialist
Luxury Travel
Platinum Kenya Specialist
Angies List 2011 - 2019

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.

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My Travel Stories

Ruins of the legendary city of Troy and me.

Turkey is where legend & history converge.

Turkey is where legend & history converge. It’s a spectacular destination to explore. I loved it! Turkey’s exotic capital, Istanbul, sits on the Bosphorus Strait. This long stretch of water divides the city into two continents separating parts of Asia Turkey (Anatolia) from European Turkey. The Bosphorus also unites the Black Sea &...
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Iguazu Falls, Argentina.  What a head rush!

Argentina & Chile; Beats to your Rhythm

Argentina & Chile - Beats to Your Rhythm Argentina and Chile make an amazing travel combo and are a great choice for 2024. These two South American countries are less expensive than traveling to Europe, yet they offer everything you could desire: culture, cathedrals, UNESCO Heritage sites, breathtaking natural wonders, and delectable food and wi...
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Breathtaking Norway

If you are nature lover & enjoy active adventure, then you need to add Norway to your bucket list! We just returned from a 2-week land & cruise trip to Norway; 7 nights of the journey was the Svalbard Express via Hurtigruten’s Norwegian Coastal Express. Sailing form Bergen, up the beautiful Norwegian coast & to the remote Artic Archipelag...
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Arenal Volcano Costa Rica

Costa Rica's Unique Ecosystems Will Enthrall You!

Costa Rica is one of my favorite destinations. Honeymooners, Wellness seekers & Family groups will enjoy the unique ecosystems that Costa Rica has to offer. From surfing beaches, rain & cloud forests, volcano treks all pulsing with biodiversity, this destination still has it all.  I have had the opportunity to visit Costa Rica several tim...
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Heart Reef (Great Barrier Reef)

Australian Whitsundays and Hamilton Island

Airlie Beach, an Australian resort town on Queensland's Whitsunday Coast, is a gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. When I visited this past year, I felt as if Airlie Beach was on the verge of change. Yes, it still has the laid- back hippy feel but the new luxury accommodations are a sure sign. I spent 3 NTS in Ai...
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Client Testimonials

Honeymoon on the Rivera Maya
Neither my fiance or I had ever used a travel agent before, and we decided to try using one for our honeymoon. Based on Time Travels' high marks on line, I decided to call them. I wanted to go to Cozumel for our honeymoon. Andre, from Time Travels, listened to what we wanted to do, asked some questions and then recommended staying on the Riveria Maya instead of Cozumel. She said we would be closer to the attractions we wanted to do/see and we could stay at a much nicer resort. My fiance and I talked it over and decided to go with her suggestion. We are so happy that we listened to Andre! The resort she recommended was fantastic. We really enjoyed our honeymoon. She organized the flights, resort, and our day trips from the resort. Everything went off without a hitch. I recommend Time Travels Inc. She listened to what we wanted to do, and then made suggestions based on her expertise, experience. We had a great honeymoon as a result of listening to her recommendation.
Sung, H, St. Paul, MN
Absolute Dream Honeymoon
André planned an absolute dream honeymoon for my husband and I! We spent two weeks in Europe visiting Barcelona, Spain and Sorrento, Florence, and Rome, Italy. She was very knowledgeable about all the cities and gave great advice on hotels, tour groups, and general site seeing. All of our hotels were smack in the center of the city which made getting around very easy. Our rides were prearranged to and from airports and train stations which really alleviated a lot of the stress of commuting between bustling European cities. This was the European honeymoon we dreamed of and couldn’t have done it without André and Time Travels, Inc. We have recommended her to several of our friends who had amazing trips as well. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone! She has been in the business a long time and really knows her stuff. She will give you her honest advise, listen to what you want, and help plan the trip of your dreams!
Emily, H, St.Paul, MN
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