JoAnn Challberg
Brentwood, California Travel Agent
Evista Travel, LLC, a Internova Travel Group Network affiliate agency
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European River and Ocean Cruise Specialist
Viking river cruise to Amsterdam
One of my specialties is European river and ocean cruising, with renowned suppliers like Viking, Emerald, and Avalon, Virgin, Princess, and Celebrity. I’ve taken trips with each of these suppliers, allowing me to lean on hands-on experience to help you find the ideal vacation. I also have been a part of special inaugural events and extended stays in diverse destinations like New Zealand, France, Italy, and Spain. From history and art to food and outdoor activities, the destinations I focus on offer something for everyone. I believe in building strong relationships with my clients to understand their unique interests. This allows me to deliver a worry-free, end-to-end vacation experience tailored specifically for you. Choose me as your travel agent, and you'll have an expert doing the heavy lifting to make your dream vacation a reality.
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Douro River Vacation
One of my standout vacations as a travel advisor was a Douro River cruise on Emerald. Joined by two girlfriends, my daughter, and son-in-law, we occupied three cabins. The highlights for me were the stellar crew, engaging activities, and top-notch service. Unlike some river cruises, Emerald offered the option of selecting ... Read more from my Douro River Vacation story.
12 Night Alaska Cruise on Princess Cruises
Reviewed By Barbara Pabotoy - Fairfax, VA | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
My Avoya travel expert, JoAnne Challberg, is superb and provides excellent advice and pricing. Making good choices is less complicated due to her experience and advice.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
8 Night Mediterranean - Eastern Cruise on Celebrity Cruises
Reviewed By Robert Strauss - Richmond, VA | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
I have always made cruise reservations myself with an OTA but since using JoAnn Challberg I have found her to be an amazing resource for me. She goes way above the norm in taking care of all my needs.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
7 Night Caribbean-Eastern Cruise on Royal Caribbean International
Reviewed By Bradley Markey - St. Augustine, | Traveled to Caribbean
JOANNE IS THE BEST AND ALWAYS MAKES THE LEAD UP TO THE VACATION VERY EASY
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
7 Night Caribbean-Western Cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line
Reviewed By Aelred Dean - Middlesboro, KY | Traveled to Caribbean
Friendly and courteous service.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
7 Night Mediterranean Cruise on MSC Cruises USA
Reviewed By Barbara Pabotoy - Fairfax, VA | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Attention to detail - personalized service JoAnn Challberg is superb in customer service, frankness, and advising in an honest and forthright manner. JoAnn is a jewel!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
8 Night Alaska - Gulf Northbound Cruise on Princess Cruises
Reviewed By Isabel Pomphrey - New River, AZ | Traveled to Gulf of Alaska ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Joann is wonderful.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
12 Night Alaska - Gulf Southbound Cruise on Princess Cruises
Reviewed By Mariam Harvey - Silver Springs, MD | Traveled to Gulf of Alaska ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Love working with my TA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night Caribbean Cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line
Reviewed By Robert Strauss - Richmond, VA | Traveled to Caribbean
JoAnn Challberg has been an amazing agent. I've always just made online reservations myself but she goes above and beyond and even if o don't really save money, she makes my life easier. She doesn't miss anything!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
14 Night Transatlantic Cruise on Princess Cruises
Reviewed By Catherine Kuykendall - Harrogate, TN | Traveled to Trans-Atlantic ~ Other
Believe JoaAnn Challberg is an excellent travel agent
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
10 Night Mediterranean - Eastern Cruise on Celebrity Cruises
Reviewed By Samuel Spiers - Stratford, ON | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
JoAnn was excellent and easy to work with. She was very knowledgeable and helpful.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
8 Night Europe Cruise on Emerald Waterways
Reviewed By Barbara Pabotoy - Fairfax, VA | Traveled to Europe
Individualized service! JoAnn Challberg is patient, honest, and provides practical and sage advice.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night Greece/Turkey Tour on Club Med
Reviewed By Donna Danielewski - Medway, MA | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
JoAnn Challberg was phenomenal -- during every stage of planning (even the emergency ones!). Can't recommend her highly enough.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night Europe Cruise on Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
Reviewed By Catherine Kuykendall - Harrogate, TN | Traveled to Europe
personal customer service from the independent agency and the offerings of options an prices were great
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night Alaska Cruise on Celebrity Cruises
Reviewed By Michelle Petta - Matthews, NC | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
JoAnn has been super helpful and very responsive from booking through sailing. She even notified us about a sale a few months after the booking that saved us a few additional dollars. She's been amazing to work with.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
7 Night Caribbean Cruise on Royal Caribbean International
Reviewed By Bradley Markey - St. Augustine, | Traveled to Caribbean
JOANNE MAKES EVERYTHING SO EASY.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night US - Southwest Escorted Tour on Globus
Reviewed By Charlotte Smith - Santa Fe, NM | Traveled to USA
It's always great.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night Caribbean-Eastern Cruise on Princess Cruises
Reviewed By Coleen Anderson - Missoula, MT | Traveled to Caribbean
Jo Ann was supreme!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
9 Night Caribbean Cruise on Celebrity Cruises
Reviewed By Catherine Kuykendall - Harrogate, TN | Traveled to Caribbean
travel agent very helpful with booking and especially when I became ill on cruise.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night Caribbean-Eastern Cruise on MSC Cruises USA
Reviewed By Coleen Anderson - Missoula, MT | Traveled to Caribbean
JoAnn was exceptionally helpful.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 Night Mexico Cruise on Carnival Cruise Lines
Reviewed By Amy Sotis - TEMUCLA, CA | Traveled to Mexico
JoAnn was great. She allowed us to get a difficult-to-find five person cabin in the “Family harbor” area which was an extra special blessing for us, we loved it.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends