Megan DeMarco, Travel Agent in Rocklin, CA

Megan DeMarco

Rocklin, CA Travel Agent

Megan DeMarco

Rocklin, CA · 11 Years of Experience

The Optimists Travel, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
5.0
(13)
100% Recommended
Megan truly made our dream honeymoon come true! We had a rather ambitious wish list for our first trip to Europe, but she made sure we... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Egypt, Croatia, Caribbean, East and Southeast Asia, Belize

Interests:

Adventure, Luxury, All Inclusive, Honeymoons, Groups

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Europe Express, G Adventures, Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt, UnCruise Adventures

About Me

Custom Luxury Itineraries

Hi, my name is Megan and I look forward to working with you! I have personally travelled the world extensively and use my experience and knowledge to curate memorable and exciting travel opportunities for my clients. I am an expert in Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and Caribbean destinations. Travel is my passion, but planning travel is what I really enjoy! I love designing trips to multiple locations, mixing up adventure and relaxation as my clients desire. I do not work with economy properties or budget itineraries, only high end accommodations and luxury experiences - truly the best for my clients! I am often traveling and out of the office, so the best way to contact me is always via email: [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram to see our adventures around the world! @theoptimiststravel

My Travel Specialties

Luxury Experiences and Custom Honeymoons

Luxury Experiences and Custom Honeymoons
I don't specialize in a region - I specialize in a TRAVEL STYLE. My clients want high-end authentic experiences with unique itineraries. They know the value of my expertise (70+ countries) and connections (with luxury suppliers all over the world). I work together with you to design the perfect t...Read More ▶

Adventure Experiences

Adventure Experiences
Some of my favorite itineraries to plan are adventures!  What sounds most exciting to you? Hiking Machu Picchu Sailing in the Arctic Circle Safaris in Africa Hiking in Patagonia Sand surfing in the Sahara Cruising along th...Read More ▶

Romantic European Escapes

Romantic European Escapes
I LOVE EUROPE! And anyone who has been there can agree - the continent is magical. Are you looking for Winter experiencing the Northern Lights in Scandinavia? Or what about Summer island-hopping in Greece? Wine-tasting in Italy? These are some of the amazing adventures I have planned for clients,...Read More ▶

Relaxing Caribbean Getaways

Relaxing Caribbean Getaways
Are you looking for a luxury all-inclusive?  Or a private villa for all your friends and family?  These are areas I specialize in: making your dream beach trip a reality.  ...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
13 reviews
100% Recommended
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Our dream honeymoon!
Reviewed By Kati - San Diego, California | Traveled to Europe
Megan truly made our dream honeymoon come true! We had a rather ambitious wish list for our first trip to Europe, but she made sure we were comfortable every step of the way. She left no detail untouched and we felt confident with every destination we visited. I even had a minor panic moment (in combination with jet lag) at our first stop when my hair straightener wouldn't work, and she responded to my text with the perfect suggestion of where to go and how to find a fix. From early stage planning to her dining recommendations and follow up once we were home, we couldn't have imagined a better experience - thank you Megan!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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European getaway I’ll never forget
Reviewed By Bre - Las Vegas, NV | Traveled to Montenegro ~ Europe
Carmel Macciato with extra Carmel
Chai

Megan was a pleasure to work with! I was so impressed with great attitude & desire to help. She coordinated a beautiful European unconventional getaway... from quaint luxury boutique hotel in Montengro to hidden gem wine country stops in Bosnia! Waterfalls on the way to Croatia and assistance with vehicle rentals... she made my trip seamless! Forever grateful for the help Megan provided and would definitely recommend her! Her recommendations made the trip very memorable!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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So MUCH fun!!!
Reviewed By JacFit - Dallas, TX | Traveled to London | England | Europe
Megan was so great to work with! She had wonderful ideas and really helped keep me on track with what worked best for the trip without overloading us. The app that she used to show all of our trip info and itinerary was super handy. She was always responsive and provided feedback when I came back with my own ideas. It was such an amazing trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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The Singapore trip of a lifetime!
Reviewed By Sasha - Denver, CO | Traveled to Singapore | East and Southeast Asia
Everything about our experience was perfect! From the planning prior to the trip itself. I could not believe how easy Megan made this. I did not have to worry one bit - she provided a packet to help in every scenario, and she knew how to craft the perfect itinerary. Every activity was incredible and provided so many great surprises. We got to see and do everything and then some. I could not have asked for a better agent.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Seniors Traveling - Princess Cruise #1
Reviewed By Don and Amy - Galt, Ca. | Traveled to Pacific Ocean | At Sea | At Sea
As senior travelers new to cruising we needed lots of help and advice! Megan was wonderful throughout the entire process. She asked us the important questions to help us choose the best plan for our trip. All the details were provided in an efficient, friendly and professional way. Her knowledge regarding cruising and travel is very impressive. We appreciated getting the comprehensive booklet with everything that was also provided digitally. Our trip went smoothly due to all the advance information Megan gave us. Thank you Megan for making our cruise experience easy and carefree. We had a great time. We'll be calling you for our next trip soon! Amy & Don
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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New Zealand Specialist
Hawaii Specialist
Karisma Boutique Resort Properties Specialist
AM Resorts Master Agent
Paul Gauguin Accredited Partner

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

    Honeymoon in the Maldives

    The Maldives are a quintessential honeymoon destination - which is exactly why I plan so many client trips there!  Crystal clear water with powder white sand... it's just dreamy.   Something that many people do not consider when planning their Maldives trip is that essentially each resort is it's own island.  That means adventurous and ea...
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    Client Testimonials

    Many more to come!
    Megan has planned multiple trips for me and I know that I’ll have her plan many more. I work a lot and the idea of searching through hotels and flights on the side kept me from using my vacation time for years. In steps Megan who takes the time to understand what you want in a vacation, researches the coolest places to go, and also what you would like most that may be off the beaten path. If you’re wondering if you should go on that vacation, the answer is yes, but do less, and have Megan help! Trips Megan has planned for me: Thailand, Croatia, Mexico, Iceland, Utah, Nashville, Denver, Vegas, and even to Hangout Fest. Thank you in advance Megan for helping with my future trips! Many more to come!
    Lauren, UT
    Family Emergency
    Megan and Molly at Smart & Savvy Travel were amazing to work with. At first I was I was skeptical as to why using a travel agent for personal vacations was necessary, but then I quickly changed to wonder why I hadn’t used them before! They were extremely responsive, professional, knowledgeable and provided destinations within our request but also alternatives that fit our parameters but that we hadn’t considered. Upon arriving in DR we received news that we had a family emergency and needed to return home immediately. She had strongly recommended we get travel insurance (which we never get!) and we did, so she was able to successfully recoup the majority of our trip fees. We are forever grateful for her responsiveness, communication and compassion – she made, what was a tough day for us, a lot easier to manage. We would highly recommend using Megan and Smart & Savvy Travel. We look forward to rebooking our trip vacation with them in the near future.
    Maggie, MN
    Moroccan Adventure
    I worked with Megan for our trip to Morocco and she was wonderful. She set us up the perfect trip with lots of attention to detail and exactly what we were looking for. She was quick to respond when we had questions and was on top of all of the travel details and changes. Great communication and she really listened to what we were wanting and planned the perfect custom trip just for us. I highly recommend Optimist travel and Megan for all your trip planning needs!
    Angela H, Atlanta, GA
    European River Cruise
    Megan helped my son and I plan our first trip to Europe this December. She treated our travel planning as if it were her own and helped us navigating travel during Covid; I realized how prepared we were as I saw other travelers being pulled aside and trying to get all docs in order in airport! During our layover I see an announcement on news that the country we were flying into was going in lockdown. I contacted Megan at the airport moments before we were to board our flight in a little bit of a panic. She assured me she would take care of everything and for us and to trust her. By the time we landed she had updated everything on our electronic itinerary with explicit instructions on our next steps. We ended up having an amazing detour in Brussels which actually ended up being one of our favorite destinations! Megan is detail oriented and an experienced traveler. I won't plan another trip without her! Highly recommend! Thank you Megan...can't wait for our next adventure!
    Michelle M, Sarasota FL
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