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Laura Skates
Woodstock, GA Travel Agent· 9 Years of Experience
All Travel Company, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(22)
100% Recommended
Laura was amazing to work with in planning this trip to Alaska/Canada/Northern California. She carefully considered our unique desires in each step of planning. ... Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Italy, Alaska, Europe, Bahamas, SwitzerlandInterests:
Cruises, Family Vacations, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Beach VacationsSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, Delta Vacations, Explora Journeys, Hilton Worldwide, SilverseaAbout Me
European Travel & River Cruise Specialist
Travel is deeply personal—and your trip should be, too.
I design custom travel experiences that prioritize connection, culture, and effortless enjoyment. Whether you’re exploring Europe, sailing a river through wine country, or taking in Alaska's glaciers, I craft itineraries that reflect your travel style, pace, and interests. My clients value thoughtful planning, curated recommendations, and the peace of knowing that every detail has been handled.
Supported by the resources of Travel Leaders and trusted global relationships, I offer a planning experience grounded in care, clarity, and expertise—so your journey feels seamless from the moment you begin dreaming to the moment you return home.
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Italy, Alaska, Europe, Bahamas, SwitzerlandInterests:
Cruises, Family Vacations, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Beach VacationsSuppliers:
AmaWaterways, Delta Vacations, Explora Journeys, Hilton Worldwide, SilverseaMy Travel Specialties
Alaska Planning Professional
▶Alaska Planning Professional
The Last Frontier
Alaska is a state full of majesty and wonder. With its majestic peaks, mirror lakes, and wonderous glaciers, Alaska is a vacation that many families have on their bucket lists.
Over the past two years, I have planned over 30 Alaska vacations both on land and fro...Read More ▶
River Cruise Specialist
▶River Cruise Specialist
River Cruise Specialist | Europe, Luxury & Scenic Sailings
European river cruising has become one of my favorite ways to help travelers experience Europe — slowly, beautifully, and without the stress of logistics.
As a European River Cruise Specialist, I guide my clients through cho...Read More ▶
Custom European, River Cruise & Alaska Travel Plan
▶Custom European, River Cruise & Alaska Travel Plan
Travel has always been where I feel most connected—to the world, to others, and to myself. It’s the feeling of exhaling on a river ship balcony as rolling vineyards drift by, standing beneath thousand-year-old cathedrals, or watching the midnight sun paint the sky above Alaska’s glaciers. These m...Read More ▶
Travel To Italy Specialist
▶Travel To Italy Specialist
The food...the history...the architecture...the food!
When reviewing clients' bucket lists, Italy is typically found at the very top. We learn about it in our history books and see it in the movies we watch. However, more often than not, Italy remains unchecked and never discovered by so...Read More ▶
Family Cruise Expert
▶Family Cruise Expert
It no secret, that I LOVE cruising as a family and as a couple. Not only are cruises filled with activities for every member of the family, but they also allow you to travel with world and only unpack your bag once!
Having traveled or booked cruisers on Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean...Read More ▶
REVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
22 reviews
100% Recommended
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Most Fabulous Vacation of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By Rhonda - Woodstock, GA | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Laura was amazing to work with in planning this trip to Alaska/Canada/Northern California. She carefully considered our unique desires in each step of planning. She offered guidance in choosing the right cruise line, land excursions, and travel options to fit our needs. Every detail, from booking airfare, accommodations, tours, transfers, etc.., was thoroughly taken care of to alleviate any stressors on us. Even when Covid-related hiccups occurred, she was quick to regroup, replan, rearrange without us skipping a beat. While prepping for our trip, she sent timely reminders to keep us on track in submitting our travel documents. This trip had perfectly coordinated moving parts: plane, train, ship, motorcoach, rental car, even a helicopter, ATV and dog sled, thanks to Laura! We stayed at top-rated accommodations: hotel, lodge, rustic cabin, bed/breakfast and had the most scenic view from our private balcony on the cruise. I highly recommend Laura for all of your travel needs!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Single momma vacationing with ease
Reviewed By Jodi - Columbus, Ohio | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
I am currently working with Laura for an upcoming cruise. And although this cruise has been rescheduled twice (once bc of Covid shutdowns and then once again for a personal medical injury) she has made the planning process easy and has really helped me explore my options. Not only that... I found Laura because she and her family were on the Disney Dream with me for my first cruise. I was not prepared and my TA gave me very little information. The Skates family showed me the ropes and gave me tons of helpful tips and tricks.... so I knew I wanted to work with her when I started planning this next trip!!!! You can trust her... not only does she know what she is doing... she has been able to connect with me In "Mommy mode" to plan ahead for things to make traveling alone with a little one fun rather than stressful!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Family Trip
Reviewed By Cruise - Dalton, Ga | Traveled to Skagway ~ Alaska ~ USA
Laura was AMAZING! She handled every detail of my trip efficiently and promptly!!!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Legit The Best Trip Ever!
Reviewed By Kate - Dacula, Georgia | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Laura Skates is an amazing professional who is extremely knowledgeable about her field. She guided us through beautifully, answered any and all questions; even the ones that I knew were very basic. It was an absolute joy to work with her, and I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to plan a trip anywhere! I asked for Ms. Skates to plan our first Disney trip ever, and it was magical for my child and for myself. I thought when you are raising a child that you are in touch with your inner child. I did not realize that wasn’t the case for me until I saw Eeyore, and immediately had tears because seeing Eeyore connected me to my inner child I hadn’t felt in decades. There is something for every soul at Disney World, and if you have Ms. Skates plan your trip, you’re set! She chose restaurants for us we may never have chosen, that we loved! The events, the flow of where to go and when, was stellar! It was like we were always in the right place at the right time because of her planning.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Jamaicamazing!
Reviewed By Nate and Kelly - Bethlehem, GA | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Very happy with the service, communication, planning, and results after working with Laura on our first Caribbean vacation. I asked Laura to plan the perfect relaxation focused Caribbean getaway for my wife and me. We have never done any all inclusive before and didn't know if that was a good idea or not, had never been to the Caribbean before, and didn't know the details of customs, passports, transfers, rental cars, etc. Laura handled it all beautifully. She provided several options with pros and cons of each and guided us through the decision making process. She booked everything (even things we had no idea we needed)! I am not sure we would have survived with out Club Mobay! Laura arranged for private drivers from the airport to our resort and back and made sure we had all the paperwork needed for a simple and seamless experience. Azul Beach Resort in Negril was exactly what we needed. We had 5 days of pure relaxation, great drinks, good food, and amazing views.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

AMResorts Master Agent

Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
Travel to Italy Specialist
Member of ASTA
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
Italian Adventure
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Alaska Adventure
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Disney Wish Inaugural Sailing
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Walt Disney World 50th Celebration
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