River/Ocean Cruise, European, Caribbean Specialist

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Deanne Dallo, CTC, DS, Travel Agent in Alpharetta, GA

Deanne Dallo, CTC, DS

Alpharetta, GA Travel Agent

Deanne Dallo, CTC, DS

Alpharetta, GA · 25+ Years of Experience

HCI Travel, an independent agent with Travel Leaders Alpharetta, GA
About
Certificates & Awards
My Places

Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Europe, East and Southeast Asia, Caribbean, Australia, Egypt

Interests:

Luxury Cruises, River Cruises, European Culture, Small Ship Cruises, Luxury

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Abercrombie & Kent, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea, Backroads

About Me

I am a 40+ year travel expert holding the important CTC (Certified Travel Counselor) degree. My thesis – CRUISING! I have visited over 100 countries and territories on six continents, some by land and some by sea. I cruised both rivers and oceans all over the world on large ships and small ships. With river cruises, you can travel the highways of Europe. I have inspected many ships and personally know executives of a great number of cruise lines – as well as managers and concierges of hotels worldwide. I hold DS (Destination Specialist) status for Europe and Caribbean plus other courses for a variety of destinations (NEWEST Aussie Specialist!) and ocean and river cruise lines. Oct 2024..attended G'Day Australia where only 44 US Travel Advisors were accepted for this special event!  Some suppliers are now doing private or small group tours. My sales qualified for Abercrombie & Kent's 100 Club.  My strengths: experience, courtesy, knowledge, attention to detail and going well beyond the expected. Many repeat clients refer their friends who refer others. I have countless happy clients across the country and across pond whom I have never met. I work with groups of one or more, honeymoons, multi-generational travel, incentives, traveling by plane, trains, ships to the places near and far. I am trained to handle complex high-end FIT (Foreign Individual Travel) arrangements to a great number of countries of Europe, Asia, and Australia.. I have visited most countries and personally inspected hundreds of hotels. If you want to travel with others, try an escorted tour. I have lived in London, southwest France, and Vienna. I adore Europe at all times of the year. Egypt was a bucket list trip that I loved Sept 2019!!  I have been to many destination in  Southeast Asia too!Chosen by Singapore Tourist Board for my itinerary and was invited to visit Singapore for the 6th time with them! Met hundreds of suppliers on my recent trip to AUSTRALIA! Invited to New Zealand by Central North Island suppliers in October 2025. Interested in some place closer to home? Hawaii, Caribbean, Costa Rica, or Mexico, I can assist with these destinations too. A  I work in the suburbs of Atlanta,(ALPHARETTA, GA) and will be happy to meet you.  "Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer."

 

History in Travel

I was born into the travel industry! I am second generation. I have worked for a charter airline, inbound tour operator and travel agencies. Leisure travel is my passion. Having spent 27 years with American Express, I have earned 11 Pacesetter (top 5% of sales revenue – nationwide) and High Achiever Trendsetter (top 10%) Awards, and 3 Millionaire's Club With Williamsburg Travel Leaders. Industry service:Amex Media Board, Amex Insurance Team, Pacesetter Advisory Board. APEX certified for program with  Travel Leaders .  Attended Travel Leaders  EDGE since 2018 (excluding COVID) plus Luxury Leaders Alliiance meetings . G'Day Australia in Perth, October 2024! eXplore More for Central North Island of New Zealand 2025.

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.
The Luxury Leaders Alliance is a unique networking environment for a carefully selected group of luxury advisors that have common experience, skills and mindset. Through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and educational opportunities, these elite advisors are empowered to provide sophisticated, personalized experiences to luxury travelers.
Certified Travel Counselor (CTC).
A&K 100 Club; Aussie Specialist 2024
11 time American Express Outstanding Achievement
Destination Specialists (DS) Europe and Caribbean
Singapore Tourism Board ..top 10 winner 2022

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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