Yamonee Barboro, Travel Agent in Chicago, IL

Yamonee Barboro

Chicago, IL Travel Agent
Super Agent

Yamonee Barboro

Chicago, IL · 12 Years of Experience

Yam Global Travel LLC, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
5.0
(39)
100% Recommended
Always pleasant and very knowledge. Ready to solve any problems that may arise. Read More >
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My Travel Specialties
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Certificates & Awards
My Places
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Switzerland, Alaska, Hawaii, India, Galapagos Islands

Interests:

Adventure, All Inclusive, Groups, Couples & Romance, Honeymoons

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Amtrak Vacations, Anderson Vacations, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, Globus

About Me

CERTIFIED GLOBAL TRAVEL ADVISOR (AGENT)

CERTIFIED GLOBAL TRAVEL ADVISOR My entire career has been in travel, and I have provided travel services for adventure, romance, and leisure customers for the past eight years. I have traveled to over 90 countries on six continents and all 50 states of the United States. I traveled from the Galapagos to the Great Barrier Reef and the Arctic Circle of Alaska to Rishikesh on the Foothills in the Himalayas in India. I offer active and adventure travel to Galapagos and Machu Pichu, African Safaris, European and Alaska Rail and Cruise, Egypt and Jordan, all-inclusive honeymoons and destination weddings, Europe River cruises on the Rhine and Danube Rivers, and expedition cruises to Antarctica. I've received numerous certifications for destination training & Travel Leaders Certified Travel Specialist designations. My training and travels give me firsthand knowledge to customize and book your trips.

My Travel Specialties

GLOBAL LUXURY & ADVENTURE TRAVEL EXPERT

GLOBAL LUXURY & ADVENTURE TRAVEL EXPERT
Are you looking to for an adventure or a trip of a lifetime? I have extensively on 6 continents. So I can share with you first-hand experiences and knowledge about a destination., My specialty is helping people travel to interesting and exotic locales they might not discover or feel comfor...Read More ▶

Honeymoons & Destination Weddings Specialist

Honeymoons & Destination Weddings  Specialist
Are you dreaming of a tropical beach destination wedding but don't know where to begin? I’ve toured and booked clients at many resorts in the Caribbean, Mexico, Hawaii and other destinations.  Also, I am a certified Honeymoon & Destination Wedding Specialist. I’ll help you find the perfect locati...Read More ▶

Expedition, Ocean and River Cruise Specialist

Expedition, Ocean and River Cruise Specialist
My first river cruise was on the luxury AMA waterways cruise on the Danube River from Budapest in Hungary through Croatia, Serbia, and Bulgaria, ending in Romania. The food, wine, and tours were all included. It was a fantastic experience. Last year, I went on Avalon on The Romantic Rhine from Ba...Read More ▶

Rail Travel Specialist

Rail Travel Specialist
Most of us have limited time and resources for travel. Air travel allows us to reach a particular destination within hours. But you can also extend the enjoyment of your vacation by making the journey by train an adventure all its own. Train travel is my favorite mode of transportation. My first ...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
39 reviews
100% Recommended
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The Best trip so far
Reviewed By MG - Mundelein, IL | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
Always pleasant and very knowledge. Ready to solve any problems that may arise.
Yamonee Barboro responded
"Thanks for allowing me to plan your Galapagos adventure. I look forward to plan future South American adventures for you."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
37 of 62 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YES|NO
Great Honeymoon to Morocco and Spain!
Reviewed By Ian & Meredith - Romeoville, IL | Traveled to Morocco ~ Africa
Yamonee was great to work with. She helped us from start to finish and got us everything we asked for in our honeymoon well within our budget. We knew we wanted to go to Morocco for adventuring and then to relax on the beach somewhere. We had a great time riding camels into the desert in Morocco and ended up on a beach in the south of Spain for our last few days. It was an amazing experience and we will definitely be working with Yamonee again on our future travels.
Yamonee Barboro responded
"Thanks for choosing me to book your adventurous honeymoon in Morocco and the beaches in Spain."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Our Family Trip
Reviewed By Ann - Schaumburg, IL | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Yamonee booked our 1st cruise for our family to Alaska starting with a tour from Calgary to Vancouver, Anchorage, Denali, and Fairbanks. It was a group trip and our flight to Calgary was delayed due to weather conditions. Yamonee was determined to get us out that night, she did a phenomenal job and we made it to Calgary. Her dedicated time in making sure her clients are satisfied is beyond expectations.
Yamonee Barboro responded
"Thanks for your kind comments. We will be on another group trip soon."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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A flawless trip
Reviewed By C.M - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Colorado ~ USA
I 've landed! It was an excellent trip and I was upgraded to an all wheel drive. I will be referring Yamonee to anyone who needs a travel agent! She is very knowledgeable on USA travel. If it wasn’t for her, I may not have taken this trip. I had some life changing moments in Colorado and received vital direction on making the move. Thank you for your time, effort, and energy in making this happen!
Yamonee Barboro responded
"Thanks so much for giving me the opportunity to book you on this cold winter trip. I you were able to accomplish your objectives."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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30th wedding anniversary trip
Reviewed By Kate - Schaumburg, IL | Traveled to Arizona ~ USA
It was a pleasure working with Yamonee! We originally planned and booked a trip to Mexico for our family of 7 but at the last minute had to change locations. Yamonee worked very hard and helped us pick and book and new location. We had a wonderful trip with everything prearranged by Yamonee! We couldn't have done it without her! We will definitely book our next trip with Yamonee!
Yamonee Barboro responded
"Thank you very much. I look forward to plan you and you and your family again."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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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 Leisure Travel Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several key components including: Sales and Service, Cruise Sales, Destination and Lifestyle Knowledge,  Programs and Preferred Supplier Knowledge. This is a two year study program.
Certified Business Travel Specialist: During this certification program Business Travel Agents study several components including: Service Excellence for the Business Traveler, Business Account Research Project, Technology Skills, Preferred Supplier Knowledge, Consumer Services, Domestic Business Destination Case Studies, International Business Destination Case Studies. 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.
Certified Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Specialist: During this certification program Travel Agents study several components including: Understanding the Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Customer, Preferred Destination and Supplier Partner Knowledge, FAM Trip, Research, a Marketing Plan and Sales. This is a three-year study program
Certified Group Travel Specialist: This certification program provides agents with a comprehensive approach to group sales, including planning, selling, marketing and managing group travel.  This is a three year study program that includes a group research project and an educational experience.
Hurtigruten Expeditions Certified Agent
Hurtigruten Expeditions Certified Agent
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
Switzerland Travel Expert
Certified Travel Advisor
Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Specialist
Rocky Mountaineer Train Specialist
ASTA Verified Advisor

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

Galapagos
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    My Travel Stories

    Lugano Switzerland near Lake Como in Italy

    Train Travel in Europe 2022

    Train travel is my preferred mode of transportation. I was on a month-long trip to Europe in October 2022 and traveled through 6 countries. I have traveled through Europe a few times previously. However, I noticed Europe has become crowded even in October, the shoulder season. Therefore, reservations are needed further in advance for trains and ...
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