Lori Arzola
Waterloo, Illinois Travel Agent
Travel Design Loft, a Internova Travel Group Network affiliate agency
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Luxury Travel and Bespoke Experiences
I love travel. Years before the world wide web, I scoured travel brochures and destination books preparing for family vacations. My passion for travel grew with each memory-making vacation experience. I couldn't wait to explore a new destination or enjoy fun activities and excursions with my family. I was also the reliable friend assigned to fact-finding and organizing travel for groups of friends to Mexico. Transitioning to travel planning as a career was an easy changeover for me. I continue to dive into current resources now at hand for pairing perfect vacations with client expectations. Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe, China and Costa Rica are a few of the destinations I have booked for clients.
Today, my goal is to help you realize your vacation dreams. I enjoy forming and fostering relationships with clients looking for memory-making travel experiences.
You work hard to earn your vacation time. Avoid the stress of planning and perfecting your trip, let me do it for you. After a conversation to gather personal information and assess your preferences, we will explore vacation options that fit you wish list. Several companies cater to specific destinations and of those, each offer different experiences. By employing my travel experiences and expertise, you are guided to the perfect vacation options to fit your goals. You can rest easy on vacation too . . . I am available should you need assistance during your trip.
Pack your bags! It's that easy.
Grateful for client reviews!
Hidden Beach, Bay of Banderas, Puerto Vallarta Mex
We were looking for something out of the ordinary for our 20th anniversary. Lori came up with 3 destinations that matched our criteria. She gave us a ton of information on each destination to help us choose. We chose a condo (that’s right she found us a condo) and the excursions we wanted to do. She booked absolutely everything for us - even researched best days to do each excursion so they were not over crowded. Lori is more like a personal concierge! We definitely recommend her to anyone that wants to travel to new exciting destinations! We were so pleased with our summer vacation we just had her book our winter vacation as well. We highly recommended Lori to all of our family and friends! Mike W
My Areas of Expertise
Jamaica
Reviewed By Mike - St louis | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Very informative, responds quickly and promptly with information and details you have requested or discussed.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Thanks for the review Mike! Looking forward to planning your next exploration!
Thanks for the review Mike! Looking forward to planning your next exploration!
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Wonderful Bachelorette Getaway!
Reviewed By Hala - St. Louis, MO | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
I’ll start by saying I’m well traveled and usually book all travel myself, but decided to use a travel agent as I was planning a bachelorette getaway for eight people. Lori came highly recommended and she definitely delivered! She gave us options with different price points, and catered to everything we decided once we booked. Her personal relationships plus experience knowing the industry and property we went to was definitely a huge benefit for our group!
Everything went so smoothly and we had such a great time. Highly recommend for any of your travel needs!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Easy Travel Planning with an Experienced Agent
Reviewed By Sarah Caravia - St. Louis, MO | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
In our 20+ years of domestic and international travel, Lori is THE BEST agent we have ever partnered with for our travel needs. She listens to our preferences and advocates on our behalf to ensure our requests are fulfilled with the best pricing possible. She takes the worry (and complexity) out of travel planning and no detail is overlooked. Reach out to Lori today to plan your next travel adventure (big or small) - you will be glad you did!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Sarah, I'm so very grateful for you & Phil ~ the support you've shown and the referrals you've sent my way are unmatched! I appreciate you more than you know. Mucho Gracias!
Sarah, I'm so very grateful for you & Phil ~ the support you've shown and the referrals you've sent my way are unmatched! I appreciate you more than you know. Mucho Gracias!
9 of 17 people found this review helpful
Travel Agent Extraordinairre
Reviewed By Kim Cox - Waterloo, IL | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Fantastic and thorough!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Thanks Kim ~ Always a pleasure planning the adventures of you and Jeremy ~ even better when great clients become treasured friends!! I'm grateful.
Thanks Kim ~ Always a pleasure planning the adventures of you and Jeremy ~ even better when great clients become treasured friends!! I'm grateful.
6 of 11 people found this review helpful
Best time ever!
Reviewed By Mariam - Los Angeles, California | Traveled to Philippines ~ East and Southeast Asia
Lori was an amazing travel agent to work with. She went above and beyond to ensure our travels were seamless and in line with our goals for the vacation. This was by far the least stressed out I have been about planning a long vacation. Our tour guides were so friendly and also flexible if we wanted to veer off the plan a little. She was even able to keep a surprise that my parter was working on a secret the whole time we were planning. I highly recommend Lori when booking anything from a weekend trip, to a long extended vacation. She meets with you ahead of time and is able to work with your individual budget and goals for your vacation. Overall excellent experience! Thanks Lori!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Honeymoon 2022
Reviewed By Halie and Brett - Saint Charles, Missouri | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
Lori was great! We had our dream honeymoon and went to a city and resort we probably wouldn’t have come up with on our own. You can tell Lori is very passionate about her job and it made all the difference in making it a great experience for us
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Most supportive travel consultant ever!
Reviewed By Ellen - Springfield, Missouri | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
My first experience with Lori. Within a few weeks of telling her we wanted to see as much of Greece as possible within 12 days, she had two itineraries for us to choose from, and helped me select the one she felt was more encompassing. We visited Athens, the Peloponnese, the mainland for Olympia and Delphi, a day cruise to three islands, and two days on Paros and Antiparos islands. Seeing islands was a must for us, as well as visiting an olive farm. Two nights in Napheli was a surprise - a town we knew nothing about, but was a great place to walk streets and to visit with shop keepers. Unlike other travel agents who book trips and then are hands off, Lori made sure we had her contact info, followed our flights and texted advice when it looked like one delayed flight might cause us to miss a connection on our way home. Actually, we did make the flight although our luggage did not. I've never had a travel agent follow me when on the trip to make sure all was going well
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Always a relaxing paradise
Reviewed By KCLS - Memphis, TN | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Lori has assisted me for many years - on various trips/excursions. The locations she has helped me select - have been wonderful - by understanding my facility and accommodations preferences …and ensuring all were available and fulfilled. Her detailed level of service provided and QUICK response is second to none.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
WOW Casey, it has been many years now! Planning your vacations is always fun and eventful. I appreciate your trust in me, and I'm grateful for your loyalty. Thank you!
WOW Casey, it has been many years now! Planning your vacations is always fun and eventful. I appreciate your trust in me, and I'm grateful for your loyalty. Thank you!
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Exceeded expectations!
Reviewed By Mel - Kansas City, KS | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA
Lori is fantastic to work with. She has planned several trips for us across the US, and every one has exceeded our expectations. She spends time learning about our priorities for the trip and makes thoughtful, excellent suggestions. We will continue to use her for our travels!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Thanks Melanie! Looking forward to planning your next getaway soon!
Thanks Melanie! Looking forward to planning your next getaway soon!
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Wedding in Akumal, Mexico
Reviewed By Chris Keplinger - O'Fallon, MO | Traveled to Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
My wife and I decided to have a destination wedding. We told Lori our budget and what some of our expectations were. Lori helped us pick the best location and resort to get the most out of our trip. We ended up having 49 guests. Lori was a tremendous help getting all of our guests booked and situated. She sent reminders, chased them down to get information by deadlines, and sent out helpful instructions and tips to make the trip go as smooth as possible. She was able to provide first hand information on the area and resort that we stayed in. She will go above and beyond to make sure you have the best experience possible. If there are any issues, she will do her best to help fix them. I would absolutely recommend Lori to help plan your next vacation.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Such a great group of friends you have Chris - and a beautiful Bride to spend life with!! Loved working with you and Alicia to make this dreamy experience happen as planned. B E A U T I F U L beach ceremony for memories that will last a lifetime. I'm honored to have worked with you both and look forward to vacation planning for your family and friends in the future!
Such a great group of friends you have Chris - and a beautiful Bride to spend life with!! Loved working with you and Alicia to make this dreamy experience happen as planned. B E A U T I F U L beach ceremony for memories that will last a lifetime. I'm honored to have worked with you both and look forward to vacation planning for your family and friends in the future!
9 of 18 people found this review helpful
Best EVER!!
Reviewed By Mexico bound - Waterloo, IL | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
She has always stayed in contact with us from the very beginning. With constant changes because of the pandemic we have had to reschedule multiple times. She has been very helpful with making changes and always calls us to go over the multiple different options with us. Best travel agent EVER!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Thanks for review Trisha! Trying times for sure, but we will get you to Cancun SAFELY to enjoy that family vacay!! #mexicofunworthwaitingfor
Thanks for review Trisha! Trying times for sure, but we will get you to Cancun SAFELY to enjoy that family vacay!! #mexicofunworthwaitingfor
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
Wonderful trip!
Reviewed By Gloria - St. Louis, MO | Traveled to Europe
Lori was extremely helpful both here and while we were in Europe. She really made the trip easy.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
What a great trip for you and your family! Happy to be part of the planning process. Thanks very much, and I look forward to designing your next vacation!
What a great trip for you and your family! Happy to be part of the planning process. Thanks very much, and I look forward to designing your next vacation!
5 of 10 people found this review helpful
Our Agent for Ever!
Reviewed By Dan - Nixa, Missouri | Traveled to China ~ East and Southeast Asia
Lori is the best, she is fantastic at keeping you informed, she stays on every detail to make certain your trip goes without a hitch. She is great at helping with every detail, itineraries, passports, visas, contact information, and navigating the airlines. Lori will go above and beyond.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Thanks so much Dan! If there were exceptional client awards, you would be the first recipient--I would make sure of it! You & Mary are the best!
Thanks so much Dan! If there were exceptional client awards, you would be the first recipient--I would make sure of it! You & Mary are the best!
5 of 10 people found this review helpful
Great time...great vacation!
Reviewed By Lisa R - Imperial, MO | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
Lori is a true professional! I highly recommend Lori to plan your trip. She got to know us and what we wanted in our vacation. Lori worked within our budget and got us the most for our money. Lori is so detail oriented - her travel instructions for us were completely accurate. The resort was everything she said it was and more. Looking forward to Lori planning our next trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
Thanks Lisa! Planning your family's vacation was extremely fun for me! Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is my home away from home, and a destination I love sharing with friends - so glad you and family loved it too! When you're ready, I'm ready to plan the next adventure!!!
Thanks Lisa! Planning your family's vacation was extremely fun for me! Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is my home away from home, and a destination I love sharing with friends - so glad you and family loved it too! When you're ready, I'm ready to plan the next adventure!!!
7 of 16 people found this review helpful
Perfect Hawaiian Honeymoon
Reviewed By Brooke - Illinois | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA
Lori helped us plan our honeymoon in Hawaii! It was a wonderful experience. She was very accommodating to our preferred excursions and gave us advice on how to go about certain parts of the trip. This was very helpful since we had never been to Hawaii and she could give us information that only someone who had been there before would know. Lori found ways to give us an experience that only locals of the area could normally find. We wanted to hop to 3 islands during the trip and she was able to coordinate our flights in a way that didn't make us feel rushed or stressed. She also found us many activities to choose from to get the full Hawaiian experience including horseback riding, snorkeling on all 3 islands, and a breathtaking helicopter ride. We loved everything about our honeymoon thanks to Lori!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lori Arzola responded:
I'm so happy for you Brooke! It was great getting to know you and Timothy, and I look forward to future travel planning with you!
I'm so happy for you Brooke! It was great getting to know you and Timothy, and I look forward to future travel planning with you!
6 of 14 people found this review helpful