Laura Wake Kennedy, Travel Agent in Bloomfield Twp, MI

Laura Wake Kennedy

Bloomfield Twp, MI Travel Agent
Super Agent

Laura Wake Kennedy

Bloomfield Twp, MI · 15 Years of Experience

A full-service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
4.9
(37)
100% Recommended
Laura has assisted us with three vacations. I would never consider a trip or vacation "without her." Laura handles everything from finding the best... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Australia, Danube, Australia & New Zealand, Europe, New Zealand

Interests:

Christmas Markets, Cruises, Luxury Cruises, River Cruises, Escorted Tours

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Azamara, Celebrity Cruises, Tauck, Avalon Waterways

About Me

River, Ocean and Down Under Specialst!

River cruising is the number one vacation request I receive.  Why?  Because river cruises take you seamlessly through the countries and regions you visit, giving you smooth and scenic access with immersive excursions at every stop along the journey.  Sample the best of local sights and cuisine while capturing the full experience with like-minded travelers.  You really can meet the best people.  Ocean too to a great mode of travel taking you with ease to one or all of countries and continents on your wish list.  In fact, visiting Australia and New Zealand offers a perfect example of the benefits of ocean cruising.  That region is roughly the size of the United States.  So, boarding a ship and sailing to the must-see places is the most optimal option, where you unpack once and sail to each port of call. I can help you choose the best modes to visit all the places you have been dreaming of.  Dreaming of River or Ocean cruising anywhere from the US to Down Under or in-between?     

My Travel Specialties

River and Ocean Cruise Specialist

River and Ocean Cruise Specialist
Hi I'm Laura Kennedy, I have over 30 years of travel experience and have been a travel specialist since 2011.  I believe how you travel matters!  Cruising is my specialty.  Why, because I believe it is one of the best ways to travel.  Unpack once and relax.  I do also work with air & land ...Read More ▶

Celebrity Cruises Specialist

Celebrity Cruises Specialist
When it comes to being a travel agent, putting my best foot forward is as simple as putting myself in my client’s shoes. That’s where the steps get a little more complex; I want to exceed their expectations in every way, so I stress about their vacations more than my own! One thing I’ve noticed: ...Read More ▶

Australia and New Zealand Specialist

Australia and New Zealand Specialist
Is New Zealand or Australia on your travel wish list? If not, it should be. Australia and New Zealand are travelers dream destinations.  After having lived in Australia for 18 months, I have a unique perspective on the region and people.  This part of the glove offers a huge variety of majestic m...Read More ▶

River Cruising Travel Specialist

River Cruising Travel Specialist
I absolutely love booking river cruises for my clients, why?  Because it is the most satisfying way to travel.  Fly in, enjoy a pre cruise hotel stay, board the vessel, unpack and watch out your cabin balcony for the varied and beautiful scenery of the river take you to every one of the stunning ...Read More ▶

Having lived in Australia for 18 months, I am experienced to help you plan your Australian adventure.  My time there allowed me to appreciate the people, culture, wildlife, and the splendor of the incredible landscapes.  From the inns along the Great Ocean Road, the B&B's on Phillips Island, Fish...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 4.9
37 reviews
100% Recommended
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Best trips of our lives
Reviewed By Connie Isbell - Novi, Michigan | Traveled to Mexico
Laura has assisted us with three vacations. I would never consider a trip or vacation "without her." Laura handles everything from finding the best values in airfare, hotels, cruises, ground transportation, and excursions to doing what needs to be done to make it all "happen like clock work." My family could not believe how little we paid for our most recent airfare and cruise...thanks to Laura!

Because Laura has literally traveled the world, she provides a wealth of hands on information from a safety prospective as well as from the prospective of getting the most out of a vacation, including what tours are best, what shows are best, which sight seeing destinations or excursions are best, which restaurants are best, etc., etc.

In addition to being the best travel agent on the planet, Laura is a great listener, sensitive to special needs, budgets, and timing, and beyond kind and helpful. Laura ALWAYS responds to messages or questions quickly and truly never misses a beat.
Laura Wake Kennedy responded
"Thank you Connie for your kind review. Your vacations are very important to me and I will always strive to provide the best service, value and advice for every trip, every time. I enjoy working with you and your family, and look forward to helping you on your next adventure.....Spain up next I believe."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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One of the best trips ever; went beyond my expecta
Reviewed By Charla - Livonia, MI | Traveled to Peru ~ South America
Laura is efficient, organized, pleasant, knowledgeable, and goes the extra mile. She takes the worry out of planning a trip.
Laura Wake Kennedy responded
"Hi Charla, So glad you enjoyed Peru. As always, I enjoy working with you and helping you realize your dream vacations! Talk to you soon about your next River Cruise and Oberammergau. Laura"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A vacation of a lifetime
Reviewed By B & C - Sumner, MI | Traveled to Hawaii Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Laura was very helpful and wonderful to work with. I will do more vacation planning with her.
Laura Wake Kennedy responded
"Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure working with you and I look forward to helping you both with your next adventure. Laura"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Exceptional series of extraordinary events
Reviewed By Ty - Canton MI | Traveled to Aruba ~ Caribbean
Quick response to inquiries
Thorough explanations to questions
Friendly communications throughout
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A real fun trip
Reviewed By Colleen - Fargo | Traveled to Caribbean
Laura was wonderful. She did a great job. It was wonderful having Laura and her husband P ete along on the cruise.
Laura Wake Kennedy responded
"Hi Colleen, Thank you for the kind words. Next time we'll get Pete doing yoga too! I enjoyed meeting you and look forward to the next one! Happy 2019! Laura"
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.
A Honeymoon Wishes Agent provides the only full service honeymoon registry for couples that expect a higher standard for their wedding.
100% Pure New Zealand Bronze Specialist
AMA Waterways Specialst
CLIA ACC
Avalon River Cruise Specialst
AMA Waterways Specialist
Uniworld Specialist
Avalon Specialist
Viking 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.

My Photo Albums and Videos

Uniworld Christmas Cruise
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    My Travel Stories

    Wind Surf cruise to the Caribbean

    Windstar Cruise the Carribean

    Windstar cruise to the Caribbean on the Wind Surf. Windstar Cruises offer luxury at sea with 3 sailing vessels with a total capacity of 148 to 342 passengers.They also have 4 large yachts with capacity of 224 to 312 passengers.  The cruise we took was the Yachtsman Cruise or Beach Fun & Sun: A Remote Caribbean Getaway Cruise which ...
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    The magic of Christmas Markets, Cheers!

    Christmas Markets River Cruise

    Christmas Markets River Cruises are truly magical.  The shopping, the music, the lights, the decorations and sharing it all with the new friends you'll meet or bringing along old ones.  Honestly, if you like Christmas and have the Christmas spirit, or need to up yours a little, then I can only say, book these cruise itineraries now for the next ...
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    Client Testimonials

    All Around the World Trips
    I have been to 50+ countries so far, almost 1/3 of those I did before I knew Laura. I used to make reservations by myself or with the help of other agents and had a lot of headaches. I have been dealing with Laura for the last 13 yrs where Laura arranged all the trips I did either with my husband or solo. Each trip included visiting multiple countries which she arranged for us via air/cruises or air/trains, all around the world. Laura made my life exploring the world so easy. She was always very organized, listened to all my needs, and was always very patient to deal with a picky customer like me. She treats customers as friends and does her best to arrange for maximum enjoyment; probably the same way as she would for herself. I can’t say enough about how professional and friendly she is. I have never had any issues with any of the arrangements and reservations she made, except for minor issues with airline delays which were not her fault.
    Elizabeth H. Toledo Ohio
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