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Protravel International Scottsdale
Destinations
Italy, Rhine River, France, Danube, Egypt, Nile River, Bordeaux, Europe, Tuscany
SPECIALTIES
Luxury River Cruises , UNESCO World Heritage Sites , Arts & Culture, Cruises, Food & Wine, Historical Sites, Museums, Family Vacations
Suppliers
AmaWaterways, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Tauck, Seabourn, Abercrombie & Kent
Certificates & Awards
Certified Travel Counselor , AMA Waterways Specialist, Tauck Certified Advisor , Certified Virtuoso Voyages Host , Regent Seven Seas Cruises Specialist
Katie DeFilipps
Scottsdale, Arizona Travel Agent
Exceptional Planning for the Discerning Traveler
Of the finer things in life, travel is at the top of my list, and I’m willing to bet this is something we have in common! My view of travel has always been global as my father worked for an international airline. I was fortunate to enjoy family vacations far from ordinary right from the start and visited countries such as India, China, and Hong Kong. I’ve learned to expect the unexpected and appreciate the experiences that arise from surprises. What's better, for example, than wandering the cobblestone streets of Europe and not caring if you get lost? There are so many discoveries to be found where least expected. Consider me your personal travel concierge, here to tailor each journey to your unique travel style. You’ll receive private access to exclusive VIP perks and amenities with our preferred partners, the world’s top luxury travel brands. It is my privilege to help you experience the best the world has to offer and navigate today’s travel landscapes with confidence and ease.
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Certified Travel Counselor
AMA Waterways Specialist
Tauck Certified Advisor
Certified Virtuoso Voyages Host
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Specialist
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Client Testimonials
Exceptional Trip to Italy!
What a trip! We had a great time and everything worked out perfectly with hotels, guides and tours. The private guided tours were all very good-guides were excellent and enthusiastic.
The Vatican was so busy even with the early start time. I can't imagine being there with even more people and without a private guide. We had amazing views of the Duomo in Florence!
Thank you so much!
Provided by JT, Washington State
Fantastic Family Cruise on Silversea!
Once again, you did a perfect job for us. The ship was great and all the guides and other arrangements that you made were outstanding. Could not have been more pleased.
It was a trip where every member of our family-including the 13 year old and the 17 year old twins had a wonderful and memorable time.
Thank you again!
Provided by Patsy B, Denver, CO
Reviews
111 of 178 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Melissa G - Glendale, AZ | Traveled to Europe
Katie is the best agent out there!
I had a very complicated, international, family trip that Katie planned for me. Katie was knowledgeable, organized, and patient! We traveled to many different countries and family members flew home on different dates and times. Katie handled all the plans (and changes...she’s patient, remember?!) like a pro! I highly recommend Katie.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:Thanks for the kind words! I enjoyed planning your family vacation to England and Scotland, so happy to hear everything came together like clockwork!
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102 of 170 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Mimi - Scottsdale, AZ | Traveled to Massachusetts ~ USA
Fall Foliage: Sensory and Visual Delight
Katie”s attention to detail and follow up are outstanding.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:Thank you so much! I enjoy working with you!
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107 of 181 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Erica - Scottsdale | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Incredible Trip!
She was absolutely wonderful to work with. It was our first cruise and she guided us to the line that would be a perfect fit for us. There were details in booking we never would of thought to do if we had done it on our own. We will definitely be using her again for our next cruise!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:Thanks! It was a pleasure to work with you on your first cruise!
I'm so happy that you both had a great time!
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102 of 176 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By AG - Phoenix, AZ | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Best travel planner
Responsive, accommodating and a pleasure to work with
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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104 of 184 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Inma - Scottsdale, AZ | Traveled to Maui Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
I had a wonderful experience working wth Katie. She provided me with very helpful information about the type of trip I wanted to take. She took the time to get me the best deal. My daughter and I had a fantastic trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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102 of 183 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Al - Scottsdale, AZ | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
Katie's The Best!!!!
Katie DeFilipps has been our "Tour Specialist" for a number of years. She is thorough, detailed, professional and extremely courteous. We have never had a "glitch" with Katie. She will travel to your home and meet at odd hours (evenings and week-ends) to complete the necessary paperwork for any trip. Katie always has a smile on her face and projects a positive, can-do attitude. We highly recommend Ms. DeFilipps for any of your travel needs.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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115 of 209 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Sue - Scottsdale AZ | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
Loved our trip!
Katie was wonderful, knowledgeable, and did a fantastic job providing my daughter and me with options. She made our trip, which was my daughters 16th birthday trip, very memorable!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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98 of 179 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Sandy - Scottsdale, Arizona | Traveled to Scandinavia ~ Europe
Every trip with Katie is wonderful!
Katie gives her all for each trip you book with her. She goes above and beyond and no request is too small for her to take on.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:It's a pleasure to work with you, thank you!
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35 of 55 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By L & S - Salt Lake City, Utah | Traveled to Middle East
Excellent Help from Katie
Katie is helpful and responsive and follows up before, during, and after our trips. We often make our own plans, but when we want something more complicated, we turn to Katie. She is professional and knows how to untangle knotty situations (such as my husband having ALL his credit cards and passport pickpocketed the first day of our trip) so our trip can go on. She also procured a refund for an element of our trip that was not at all as advertised by the vendor. We have used her professional services for travel in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, and Alaska.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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30 of 49 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Mike - Scottsdale, AZ | Traveled to France ~ Europe
Katie planned a most memorable trip!
In May 2022 we traveled to Paris, Rome, Positano, Capri, Loire Valley and back to Paris. Katie handled all of our flights, the cars with drivers, the private tours, the private boat trip to Capri. She did it all with very minimal effort on our part. And as we were ready to depart Paris, the COVID bug got us and Katie jumped in to cancel flights and rebook us after our extra 7 days in Paris. Just a pleasure to work with!
Mike & Brenda
Mike & Brenda
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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90 of 169 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Scottsdale Resident - Scottsdale, AZ | Traveled to Danube ~ On the River ~ At Sea
Fantastic Trip!
We found Katie to be an excellent travel planner. Not only is she very professional but she excels at the details. She made our trip both memorable and hassle free. We are ready to plan our next trip with her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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95 of 183 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Betty - Scottsdale, AZ | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Best trip ever!!
Katie is very knowledgeable, professional and extremely organized! She is a true joy and pleasure to work with. If she does not know an answer to a question, she researches it thoroughly and gets backs with an answer in a very timely fashion. Katie has great ideas and little tips that will help make your trip run smoothly. I would highly recommend working with Katie!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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30 of 54 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By M & M - Phoenix AZ | Traveled to Bora Bora ~ French Polynesia ~ South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
Katie was amazing, we started working with Katie and planned our trip to Bora Bora well over a year in advance. Katie was there from beginning to end answering any questions we had especially around any Covid restrictions and processes we needed to go through. Katie listened to us during our initial conversations and provided several options for us to pick from.
We ended up staying at the Intercontinental Thalasso SPA; well worth it the staff there is amazing !! we will definitely go back.
We ended up staying at the Intercontinental Thalasso SPA; well worth it the staff there is amazing !! we will definitely go back.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:Thank you M&M! I am so happy that all worked out and you had a wonderful vacation. It was a pleasure to work with you!
KD
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98 of 190 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Jean - Huron South Dakota | Traveled to St. Remy de Provence ~ France ~ Europe
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
Katie is the "crème da la crème" when it comes to assisting with anything related to travel. She is knowledgeable about everything from transportation reservations to housing options to extra travel tours to ground transportation etc. There isn't an aspect that she can't help with. She is available for assistance even while you are traveling. It's like she is on call 24/7. There is a high level of confidence in the plans made with Katie's guidance. She is prompt and professional in her role as one's advisor.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:It's always a joy to assist you and your family!
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89 of 173 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Teri - Palos Heights, IL | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
The best trip of our lives
Katie went the extra mile to make sure our trip went smoothly and we didn't have to worry about a thing. She is very knowledgeable and organized. I would highly recommend her as one of the best travel agents in the business.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Reviewed By Judy - Denver Co | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Beautiful Sailboat
Katie was thorough and helpful throughout the planning of our Sailing Cruise on the Sea Cloud II.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:Happy to hear that you enjoyed your sailing! I look forward to assisting you again in the future!
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0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Reviewed By Jon - Cave Creek Arizona | Traveled to Amsterdam ~ Netherlands ~ Europe
First time on a river cruise.
Very thorough, polite, and knows what to expect, and shares that with me.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Katie DeFilipps responded:So happy that you and your wife had a wonderful, memorable time. It was a pleasure to work with you! I look forward to assisting with your future travel.
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My Travel Experience
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Bora Bora , French Polynesia South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
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Cinque Terre , Italy Europe
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Moorea Island , French Polynesia South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
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Egypt Africa
Katie's The Best!!!!
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Nile River , Egypt Africa
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Orvieto , Italy Europe
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Tahiti , French Polynesia South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
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Europe
Katie is the best agent out there!
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Bordeaux , France Europe
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
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Lucca , Italy Europe
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South Pacific
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Lecce , Italy Europe
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Tuscany , Italy Europe
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Papeete Tahiti , French Polynesia South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
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Africa
Fantastic Trip!
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Abu Simbel , Egypt Africa
Katie is the best agent out there!
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Cairo , Egypt Africa
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Edfu , Egypt Africa
Loved our trip!
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Giza , Egypt Africa
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
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Karnak , Egypt Africa
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Kom Ombo , Egypt Africa
Katie planned a most memorable trip!
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Lake Nasser , Egypt Africa
Incredible Trip!
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Luxor , Egypt Africa
Excellent Help from Katie
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Philae , Egypt Africa
The best trip of our lives
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Thebes , Egypt Africa
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Valley of Kings , Egypt Africa
Best trip ever!!
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Lake Bled , Croatia Europe
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Opatija , Croatia Europe
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Plitvice Lakes , Croatia Europe
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Rijeka , Croatia Europe
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Rovinj , Croatia Europe
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London , England Europe
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Aix-en-Provence , France Europe
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
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Ajaccio Corsica , France Europe
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Alsace , France Europe
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Antibes , France Europe
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Auvers-sur-Oise , France Europe
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Avignon , France Europe
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Bandol , France Europe
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Blaye , France Europe
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Cadillac , France Europe
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Cannes , France Europe
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Grasse , France Europe
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Les Baux , France Europe
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Libourne , France Europe
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Nice , France Europe
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Paris , France Europe
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Provence , France Europe
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
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Riquewihr , France Europe
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Roissy En France , France Europe
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Saint-Tropez , France Europe
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Sanary-Sur-Mer , France Europe
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St. Jean-Cap-Ferrat , France Europe
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St. Paul De Vence , France Europe
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
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St. Remy de Provence , France Europe
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Strasbourg , France Europe
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
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Versailles , France Europe
The Best trip Ever was a family trip to France
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Ireland Europe
Loved our trip!
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Adare , Ireland Europe
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Aran Islands , Ireland Europe
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Blarney , Ireland Europe
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Bunratty , Ireland Europe
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Clare , Ireland Europe
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Connemara , Ireland Europe
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County Clare , Ireland Europe
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County Cork , Ireland Europe
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Dublin , Ireland Europe
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Ennis , Ireland Europe
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Galway , Ireland Europe
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Kerry County , Ireland Europe
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Kilkenny , Ireland Europe
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Killarney , Ireland Europe
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Limerick , Ireland Europe
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Ring of Kerry , Ireland Europe
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Shannon , Ireland Europe
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Sligo , Ireland Europe
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Waterford , Ireland Europe
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Wicklow , Ireland Europe
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Alberobello , Italy Europe
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Amalfi , Italy Europe
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Assisi , Italy Europe
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Aviano , Italy Europe
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Bari , Italy Europe
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Bellagio , Italy Europe
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Brindisi , Italy Europe
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Capri , Italy Europe
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Chianti , Italy Europe
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Civitavecchia , Italy Europe
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Como , Italy Europe
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Corsica , Italy Europe
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Cortona , Italy Europe
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Egnazia , Italy Europe
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Elba Island , Italy Europe
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Florence , Italy Europe
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Genoa , Italy Europe
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Isola Ponza , Italy Europe
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Lake Como , Italy Europe
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Lake Maggiore , Italy Europe
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Lipari , Italy Europe
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Livorno , Italy Europe
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Lugano , Italy Europe
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Milan , Italy Europe
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Naples , Italy Europe
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Perugia , Italy Europe
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Pietrasanta , Italy Europe
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Pisa , Italy Europe
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Pompeii , Italy Europe
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Porto Vecchio, Corsica , Italy Europe
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Portoferraio , Italy Europe
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Portofino , Italy Europe
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Portovenere , Italy Europe
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Positano , Italy Europe
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Puglia , Italy Europe
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Radda in Chianti , Italy Europe
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Ravello , Italy Europe
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Rome , Italy Europe
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San Gimignano , Italy Europe
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Santa Margherita Ligure , Italy Europe
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Sicily , Italy Europe
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Siena , Italy Europe
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Sorrento , Italy Europe
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Stresa , Italy Europe
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Trapani , Italy Europe
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Umbria , Italy Europe
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Vatican City , Italy Europe
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Venice , Italy Europe
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Switzerland Europe
Loved our trip!
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Basel , Switzerland Europe
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Geneva , Switzerland Europe
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Lucerne , Switzerland Europe
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Lugano , Switzerland Europe
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Zurich , Switzerland Europe
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French Polynesia South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
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Arue Tahiti , French Polynesia South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
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Huahine Island , French Polynesia South Pacific
Amazing Trip / Amazing Travel Agent
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Hawaii Island , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Hilo, Hawaii , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Honolulu, Oahu , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kaanapali, Maui , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kahului, Maui , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kamuela, Hawaii , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kapalua, Maui , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kauai Island , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kihei, Maui , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Kilauea, Hawaii , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Lihue, Kauai , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Makena, Maui , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Maui Island , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Napili Beach, Maui , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Nawiliwilli, Kauai , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Oahu Island , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Poipu, Kauai , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Princeville, Kauai , Hawaii USA
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Waikiki, Oahu , Hawaii USA
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Waikoloa, Hawaii , Hawaii USA
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Wailea, Maui , Hawaii USA
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Wailua, Kauai , Hawaii USA
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Waimea Canyon, Kauai , Hawaii USA
One of the best trips of our lives!
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Waimea, Kauai , Hawaii USA
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Waipio Valley, Hawaii , Hawaii USA
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