Katie Turpin, CTA, Travel Agent in Albertville, MN

Katie Turpin, CTA

Albertville, MN Travel Agent
Super Agent

Katie Turpin, CTA

Albertville, MN · 9 Years of Experience

Katie Turpin, an independent agent with WorldVia, a Travel Leaders Agency
5.0
(264)
100% Recommended
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Aruba, Bahamas, Alaska, Florida, Hawaii

Interests:

Adult Only, Adventure, Cruises, Family Vacations, River Cruises

Suppliers:

Adventures By Disney , Amtrak Vacations, Avalon Waterways, Beaches Resorts by Sandals, Delta Vacations

About Me

Life's too short to stay home!

I fell in love with travel in the back seat of our family mini-van on our many cross-country road trips. Over the years my travel experience has grown and I'm honored to help my clients reach their travel goals and work through their bucket lists! Whether you're a seasoned traveler, or it's your first time leaving home, I'm glad to partner with you to make your dreams a reality!

My Travel Specialties

Your Travel Compass

Your Travel Compass
Thanks for visiting!  I have a passion for helping others make their travel dreams come true! Whether it's a family trip across the country, or a once-in-a-lifetime journey across the globe; I'll be with you every step of the way! In my work as a travel adviser, my favorite thing ab...Read More ▶

Family travel pro

Family travel pro
There's nothing more magical than showing your kids the world and exploring the sights through their eyes. Traveling with children in tow requires a special amount of planning, a certain level of patience, and a high level of flexibility. By partnering with me to plan your family travel, I can he...Read More ▶

Future Mermaid

Future Mermaid
There's few things on earth that will center your soul like standing at the edge of the ocean looking out into the vast blue beauty. It's a magical moment when you get to watch the look on someone's face when they see the ocean for the very first time. Whether you're thinking about a quick...Read More ▶

Icelander at heart

Icelander at heart
There is nowhere on earth like the land of fire and ice!  If you love beauty, culture, glacier hikes, geyser gazing, waterfalls, history, geology, great food, and a wonderful adventure, than Iceland is the destination for you!   ...Read More ▶

Not your Grandmother's Escorted Tour

Not your Grandmother's Escorted Tour
When you think an escorted tour, you may picture a large coach bus with early mornings, long tours, and boring commentary. I hate to tell you, but you might be just a bit off! I'd love to share with you the updated escorted tour: Local guides Small groups Unique exp...Read More ▶

Riviera Maya is the place to be!

Riviera Maya is the place to be!
The greater Cancun area, extending from Playa Mujeres to the north, to Tulum to the south, is THE top destination I sell to families, couples, and groups. Whether you're looking for All-Inclusive or European Plan, beachfront or jungle vibes, or something completely off the grid, I'm looking forwa...Read More ▶

Aloha Hawaii

Aloha Hawaii
Hawaii has always been a top destination in my office, and it's truly one of my favorite places to sell. Why?? Because every single traveler comes home from Hawaii happy!!   Which island(s) will you explore? What will you see and do? Is Hawaii in your budget? How much time do...Read More ▶

Alaska Advisor

Alaska Advisor
Alaska is one of the most popular Bucket List adventures that I plan in my office!  When it comes to planning travel to this incredible destination, there are many things to consider: Which season do you want to travel during? Land adventure, or a cruise? Family trip, ...Read More ▶

All-Inclusive Expert

All-Inclusive Expert
All-Inclusive resorts are an INCREDIBLY popular way to travel for families, couples, and groups. While there are some variations, typically once we've booked an all-inclusive vacation, your air, ground transfers, resort stay, excursions, and travel protection are all paid and arranged in a...Read More ▶

River Cruise Consultant

River Cruise Consultant
River cruising is an incredible way to see and explore a destination!  Regardless of what you think about Ocean Cruising, River cruises are absolutely something you should consider for your next Bucket List adventure. River cruise ships are small, intimate vessels that travel up and...Read More ▶

Ocean Cruise Pro

Ocean Cruise Pro
There are so many ocean cruises to consider! Which is best for you? Large ship, or smaller? Which are best for kids? Which have the best food, or shows, or kids clubs?  If you're thinking about a cruise for your family's next adventures, I'd love to talk with you about the best opti...Read More ▶

Universal Specialist

Universal Specialist
Roller coasters, and live shows, and themed dining, oh my!! When you're ready to plan your Universal Parks & Resorts Vacation, trust an expert who has "been there, done that" to save you time, stress, and money. ...Read More ▶

National Park Enthusiast

National Park Enthusiast
The greatest thing about our fabulous National Parks is that there truly is something for everyone. Whether you're wanting a long weekend in the mountains, or a month-long cross-country journey, we can work together to make it happen.  Although you can sure try and "wing it" for a spur-of-...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
264 reviews
100% Recommended
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Accessible trip to Dominican Republic
Reviewed By Peggy - Albertville, MN | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Every last detail was amazing!!!!! Fantastic trip!!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I'm so glad your entire family was able to enjoy this wonderful vacation! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Spring Break in Key West
Reviewed By Linda B. - Otsego, MN | Traveled to Key West ~ Florida ~ USA
KATIE MADE GREAT RECOMMENDATIONS AND KEPT IN CONTACT!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I'm glad you enjoyed your trip to the Keys!! I look forward to working with you again next time!"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Black Hills Road Trip
Reviewed By Colette - Minnetonka, MN | Traveled to Black Hills ~ South Dakota ~ USA
We did all the "normal" things people do when they're in the Black Hills: Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Needles Highway, Wildlife Highway, Sturgis, Wall Drug, Deadwood, etc. Obviously, most of these places are very commercialized, but, a few definitely worth seeing. I'm glad we had an "agenda" so we didn't miss any of the good stuff!

It was SO easy working with Katie on ALL the plans, etc. No matter what a pain I could be, she was on top of everything! If we go anywhere else, we definitely will be going through Bucket List!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I enjoyed putting this trip together! Where to next??"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Christmas Cruise
Reviewed By Shirley - Albertville, MN | Traveled to Caribbean
So easy to work with! We will definitely use Bucket List Travel /Katie again!!!
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"So glad you enjoyed your Christmas on the high seas! I appreciate your business."
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fun in the sun in Punta Cana
Reviewed By Tina B. - New London, MN | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Honestly everything went so smooth and great!!! Katie had all ducks in a row and made a wonderful family vacay happen for us! Katie was fantastic...will never go thru another agent but her.
Katie Turpin, CTA responded
"I'm thrilled you had a great time on your family trip! I look forward to working with you again."
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.
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.
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
UnCruise Certified Adventurist
UnCruise Certified Adventurist
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
AMResorts Master Agent
AMResorts Master Agent
NCL University - PHD Degree
NCL University - PHD Degree
Princess Cruise Line- Commodore Level Training
Norwegian Cruise Line- Masters Level Training

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

Alaska- 2022
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    My Travel Stories

    Walking track after dark

    What makes Virgin different?

    Virgin is different. It just is. And that's by design. A few things that I happen to LOVE about them are: Adults-Only! 18+ always!  Inclusions. If you’ve cruised before, you know that wifi, gratuities, beverages, room service, and specialty dining can add up. At Virgin, that’s all included (alcohol not included)...
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    The Beautiful Norwegian Bliss coming into port

    When is the best time to cruise Alaska?

    Deciding when you’re going to take your Alaska cruise might be as simple as looking for an open week on your busy calendar. But if you have more flexibility, you can consider other factors to decide when the best time will be for you. Moving from least to most expensive, let’s explore each season’s advantages and disadvantages. If ...
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    Ships lined up in port

    How to book your Alaska cruise

    The good news is that there are many ways to book an Alaskan cruise. The bad news is that there are a LOT of ways to book an Alaskan cruise. You can go in with good intentions, but once you get going down the Internet rabbit hole, it can get very overwhelming very quickly. Although I’d love for you to book your Alaska cruise with my agenc...
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    Travel Insurance protects your vacation investment

    Do I need travel insurance?

    There are two statements that I often hear on Social Media that absolutely make me cringe. The first is "I wish I would have had insurance", and the second is "But I DID have insurance" Let me explain. As a matter of office policy, I recommend travel insurance with each trip I sell. I always send an insurance proposal and let clien...
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    Who needs a passport?

    If it's been awhile since you traveled Domestically or Internationally, the identification "rules" may have changed. Read on for a refresher- Passport For International travel, a passport is the gold standard to prove citizenship and identification. Each passenger, regardless of age, is required to have a current p...
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    Client Testimonials

    Graduation Trip
    For our sons solo graduation trip to Australia and Bali, we chose to work with Katie because of the stellar experiences we had with her previously. We knew she would be extremely organized and communication would be outstanding. We felt confident that she would organize the trip as if she were doing so for her own son. We appreciated Katie giving us choices as to how the trip was planned. We had a say in each detail. It was great to hear from her via email every step of the way. We liked receiving communication very regularly. Katie provided value by always making sure we were on the same page and giving us choices cost wise. It was a difficult trip to plan because we know she wanted to make sure our son had a say, but she also respected us as parents and made sure we were comfortable with the plans. He wanted to cram as much adventure as he could into 3 weeks, and she definitely made that happen. Thank you, Bucket List Travel, again for making his dreams come true!
    Melissa L. Cottage Grove, MN
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