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Julz Gilpin, Travel Agent in Billings, MT

Julz Gilpin

Billings, MT Travel Agent

Julz Gilpin

Billings, MT · 25+ Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
5.0
(11)
100% Recommended
Julz Gilpin is always available and cheerful and friendly and extremely helpful every time I contact her. I love having her take care of my... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Australia, Antarctica, South Pacific, South America, Central America

Interests:

All Inclusive, Cruises, Skiing & Winter Sports, Business Travel, International Business Travel Specialist

Suppliers:

Disney Cruise Line, Viking, Hilton Hotels, Globus, Avalon Waterways

About Me

Life should be about experiences, not about acquiring things. That's why it is so important to travel. Visiting new destinations and experiencing different cultures will make you feel alive again.  My passion is helping travelers, like you, to explore the world and to live out your travel dreams. I enjoy planning all aspects of a trip and then melding them together into a seamless itinerary. 

I do this by building relationships with my clients so that I can understand what it is they are looking for in a getaway. Without this type of a relationship, there is no way a travel agent can customize a trip to fit a client's particular dreams and wishes.

And that is my specialty -- personalizing trips so that they include excursions and accommodations that best mirror the travel styles of my clients. I have, for example, some luxury clients who enjoy the best of everything. I recently booked a trip for one couple that included a private chauffeur to drive them all over France and Normandy. This was their dream trip, and it was very much personalized to their desires. Yet I also understand that another couple might not have liked the idea of a private chauffeur and would have preferred to spend their money on a different aspect of their itinerary.

That is why it's so important for me to really get to know my clients before booking an itinerary for them.  I also specialize in booking amazing ski trips throughout Canada and the United States. My husband of 22 years, Tony, was a World Cup Freestyle skier and still coaches and builds World Cup courses. My family also enjoys skiing or competing every weekend during the winter, so I am very familiar with many great ski resorts. In addition to booking leisure travel, I also have experience and expertise in arranging corporate travel.

I have worked for 24 years in the travel industry. After graduating from McConnell Travel School.  I went on to work for AAA. My first position was as an Auto Travel Counselor. From there I was promoted to Domestic and International Travel Consultant. During my time at AAA, I was Agent of the Year (top producer) in 2012 and 2013. I have also completed training programs with numerous suppliers and am also a:

  • Certified Travel Agent
  • Certified Australian Specialist

I also believe that boots-on-the-ground experience is very important, so I travel as often as I can. The following are just some of the destinations I have visited:

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Tahiti
  • Bahamas
  • Mexico
  • Jamaica
  • Hawaii

It would be my pleasure to assist you with your next getaway. Please contact me, so that, together, we can make all of your travel dreams come true!

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
11 reviews
100% Recommended
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Reviewed By Mikie - Bozeman, MT | Traveled to North Carolina ~ USA
Julz Gilpin is always available and cheerful and friendly and extremely helpful every time I contact her. I love having her take care of my travel needs. There is never a miscommunication or problem. Julz always understands my every need even before I do and tends to all the details. She takes care of all parts, airline, transfers, rental cars, lodging.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Julz is Wonderful to Work With!
Reviewed By PickyCindy - Texas | Traveled to New Mexico ~ USA
Julz is wonderful to work with and a true asset in arranging travel plans! She is friendly and professional She is always quick to respond and is thorough in getting us set up in our travel needs. We feel fortunate to be able to work with Julz!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Anniversary Celebration in Cabo
Reviewed By Gigi - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Cabo San Lucas ~ Baja California Sur ~ Mexico
Julz has assisted in both business and personal travel arrangements. The most recent trip she assisted me with was a 25th anniversary trip to Cabo. The transportation, accommodations and personal assistance made the trip enjoyable and seamless.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Hawaii for 11 days at Christmas with entire family
Reviewed By Don't know what this means - Denver CO | Traveled to Asia
Arranged all the details of multiple trips

Flawless performance over many years

Telephone calls, emails, messages all work

Charming person, very efficient, very much

Enjoy working with her

Business and pleasure

Travel

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A superb trip with every detail planned perfectly!
Reviewed By KvGra - New York, NY | Traveled to France ~ Europe
Julz is super responsive, thinks proactively and offers up alternatives, and is 100% reliable. We've worked with her for a number of years for both US domestic travel and big (multi country) European vacations that involve cars, flights, trains and visas - all flawlessly executed.
Julz Gilpin responded
"Thank you! I appreciate you! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

Certified Travel Agent
Aussie Specialist
Viking River Cruise Specialist
Disney Specialist
Hawaii Specialist 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.
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