Travel Services
Thoughtful travel with your trusted partner in planning.
Whether you’re envisioning castles along the Rhine or palm trees in paradise, I’ll help you turn your ideas into a plan that takes the stress away and brings the excitement back.
As your trusted travel advisor, I take care of the research, comparisons, and reservations that make travel feel simple, organized, and genuinely enjoyable—so you can focus on the joy of what’s ahead.
The ease of knowing your next adventure is in good hands.
Between endless tabs, conflicting reviews, and hidden fine print, even the most seasoned travelers can feel unsure. You want to make the right choices—but it’s hard to tell what’s right for you.
I take that weight off your shoulders by being the sounding board you need—offering expert advice, reassurance, and clarity so every choice feels right for you.
Planning on your own can take the joy out of the journey.
Imagine sipping wine as your European river cruise glides past castle-dotted hillsides, watching the lights of Paris from your stateroom balcony, or waking up to ocean breezes and endless blue.
Maybe it’s a perfectly timed Alaska sailing that leaves you speechless or a warm-weather getaway made for slowing down and soaking up the sunshine.
With my guidance, each choice you make, from selecting the ship to choosing the route or resort, feels clear and easy.
Your next adventure deserves to be personal, meaningful, and full those "this is why we travel" kind of moments.
Thoughtful extras through my travel network — At select luxury hotels and on certain cruises, you may receive added perks like upgrades, onboard credits, or special amenities to make your trip feel even more memorable.
Calm, clear communication — You’ll always know what to expect, what’s due, and what’s next.
Expert, unbiased recommendations — My only priority is what’s best for you—not what’s on sale or trending online.
A trusted, ongoing partnership — Many of my clients have worked with me for years; I love when they come home saying, “So, where are we going next?”
Hands-on support before every trip — We’ll sit down together to review your travel documents and walk through every detail so you feel completely ready to go.
A personal, in-person experience — Meet with me at my northwest Twin Cities travel agency office or virtually, whichever feels easiest.
The peace of mind that comes from having a trusted travel advisor means you can stop second-guessing and start anticipating what’s next. Each year, I work with hundreds of happy cruisers and travelers, using their feedback and experiences to refine and guide future recommendations.
My clients often tell me how refreshing it feels to have someone who truly knows them, anticipates what they’ll love, and brings new ideas to the table year after year.
When you plan with me, you don’t just get logistics—you get a relationship.
Exclusive Benefits For You
Let’s Talk Travel
We start with a simple conversation about what you’re dreaming of—where, when, and how you like to travel. You can book a complimentary 30–45 minute consultation—whether in person, by phone, or over email. We’ll chat about your travel style, must-have experiences, pace, companions, and budget. I’ll outline next steps and share the planning fee based on your trip’s complexity. There’s no pressure—if it feels like a good fit, we’ll move forward and start creating your next adventure.
Step One
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Let’s Plan Your Next Great Adventure
I provide a proposal of my recommendations based on our discussion. We'll work together to refine the details and make sure we have everything you desire in your itinerary. We'll discuss the timeline for booking and future deadlines and payments.
Mapping Out the Details
Step Two
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After you approve the itinerary and deposit, I’ll finalize your flights, accommodations, transfers, tours, and insurance. I’ll continue managing your trip behind the scenes—tracking updates, handling payment milestones, and coordinating next steps like excursions or cruise check-ins as your departure approaches.
Time to Make It Official
Step Three
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Before you depart, I’ll review all your reservations to ensure every detail is current and complete. About 2–3 weeks before your trip, you’ll receive a final itinerary packet with confirmations, tickets, local contacts, and insurance details—all in one place. If you’d like, we’ll schedule a quick pre-departure call to go over logistics, packing tips, and any final questions so you can travel with total confidence.
Prepare for Takeoff
Step Four
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Go, explore, enjoy—and know you’re supported every step of the way through my trusted travel partners. When you get back, I love hearing your stories and seeing your photos (that’s honestly my favorite part!). And when you’re ready, we’ll start dreaming up wherever you want to go next.
Bon Voyage & Beyond
Step Five
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European River Cruises, Ocean Voyages & Warm-Weather Vacations—crafted with care
Travel Specialties
From European river cruises through storybook towns to ocean voyages across Alaska or the Mediterranean, I help you discover destinations that feel both exciting and easy. Maybe it’s a beach vacation to Hawaii or Mexico, or a celebration trip that’s been years in the making.
Whatever you’re picturing, I’ll help you match it with the perfect itinerary, pacing, and experience—so every trip feels like it was made for you.
- Lori G.
“I can’t see using another travel company, or even a different travel agent, because she is the best!"
Mallory is exceptional! She takes time to understand what we’re looking for and our budget before suggesting various options that would allow us to have a great vacation. We’ve gone on 3 vacations that she’s helped us with and she continues to outdo herself. Our last trip exceeded our expectations. We even had a question while on vacation about an excursion and she was quick to respond and provide her great insight. I highly recommend!
-Ned Y
Mallory is fantastic! Very communicative and knowledgeable. I have never used a travel agency before, and was skeptical about the worth, but I am happy to say that I was wrong!
“Our trip to Riviera Maya was amazing! Mallory will always be my first contact when planning a trip."
-Sandy O
She is very pleasant to work with, and it will go very smooth. Mallory has planned a couple trips a year for us. Cruises, Caribbean vacations and Florida. Each one has been the perfect trip because she covers everything, so we never worry. She really takes care of her customers, is knowledgeable about traveling all over and if she doesn’t have the answer (which is rare) she will find out and get back to you asap.
“We highly recommend having Mallory plan your trip."
-Kru R
What impressed me most was how she went above and beyond. She researched hotel renovation statuses, talked us through pros and cons of each option, and struck the perfect balance of sharing her valuable insight while giving us freedom to customize our trip. She was fantastic at working within our budget and her activity recommendations were amazing. Manta ray snorkeling ended up being one of the absolute highlights of our trip, something we never would have discovered on our own.
If you're looking for a travel agent who is knowledgeable, attentive, detail-oriented, and truly cares about creating an amazing experience, I highly recommend Mallory. She made our honeymoon stress-free and unforgettable!
“Mallory planned our Hawaii honeymoon and it was absolutely incredible. From start to finish, she was organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our trip perfect.."
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why should I work with a travel advisor?
Over years in the industry, I’ve cultivated strong relationships with hotels, cruise lines, tour operators, and local partners. That means when challenges come up or special requests are needed, I have the support and connections to make things happen.
Anyone can search online or ask AI for ideas, but a travel advisor brings personal experience, insight, and the human touch.
I help with the things you might not know to ask about. Travel involves countless moving parts: how to properly insure your trip, how cruise line air rules work, or how to coordinate timing between flights, transfers, and embarkation. I get to know you and design a trip that fits your style, while making sure nothing important is missed.
Yes, my planning fees start at $100 per trip and vary by trip length and complexity. This allows me to offer unbiased advice, dedicate the time each trip deserves, and advocate for you throughout the process. I’ll always outline the fee before we begin planning.
Do you charge a planning fee?
The exact timeline can vary depending on the scope of your trip, fully customized itineraries or multi-country journeys can take 7-10 days as I research and design every element to fit your preferences perfectly. Warm weather vacations, cruises and resort stays, you can expect a proposal within 3 days of our consultation.
What is the timeline for designing my trip?
Absolutely. Each cruise line offers something different—I’ll help you compare inclusions, atmosphere, and value so you find the one that fits your style best.
Can you help me choose the right cruise line?
Yes! I offer in-person consultations at my northwest Twin Cities travel agency office. It’s a relaxed way to plan together, review options, and get to know you!
Can we meet in person?
Always. Travel protection is essential for peace of mind. I’ll explain your options so you can make an informed choice before booking.
Do you recommend travel protection?
I do not assist with Airbnb or VRBO rentals as we are unable to vet or ensure the quality level of each property.
Can you book Airbnb or home rentals?
I don’t monitor daily airfare changes, but I’ll always advise you on the best general timing to book based on destination, season, and availability trends.
