Lysa Stone
West Hollywood, California Travel Agent
Off You Go, Then, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, FL, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Fully Independent Travel to Europe and UK
Albufeira, Portugal
We are experienced travelers and want to pass along what we've learned to you. After filling out our questionnaire, we'll meet with you by phone/video chat/in-person to get a feel for who you are and how we can help with your dream vacation.From there, the planning begins.
We will create a custom itinerary with how to get there, where to stay, activities you like to do, and all of the other important information that goes with it.
If you love what you see, we can book it for you or provide the details so you can book it yourself.
We love to spend time creating the perfect vacation so one can spend time enjoying themselves instead of worrying about advance museum tickets or how to get from the airport to the hotel.
Favorite US City: Los Angeles (my home city)
Favorite US vacation city: Portland, OR (tax-free shopping)
Favorite non-US City (so far): London/Edinburgh (tie)
What I do in my "downtime" on vacation: Visit grocery stores and food halls
Best overall dining experience in the US: Maude, Beverly Hills
Best meal in the US: My husband's Thanksgiving spread
Best overall dining experience non-US: Dim sum in Paris at midnight
Best meal non-US: Cava de Cano, Mendoza, Argentina
Most random meal: Chicken shawarma in the Masada gift shop
Best shopping: Spitalfields Market London
Greatest travel surprise: Finding Reypenaer (Dutch) cheese in a market in Tel Aviv
My Areas of Expertise
INTERESTS
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Tuscany private wine tour!
Reviewed By Monica W. - Santa Monica, CA | Traveled to Tuscany ~ Italy ~ Europe
Lysa helped us plan an all day wine tasting adventure in Tuscany. As it was our first time in the area, we started the process with more questions than answers. However, Lysa answered our multiple emails with multiple questions and shared her experience. In addition, she searched and presented different tour options for us to choose from. Leading to the tasting day, she reached out to the tour agent to reconfirm everything. The tour agent showed up on time, and everything went so smoothly. The experience Lysa helped us put together was one of the best days of our Italy vacation.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thank you, Monica! It sounded like a wonderful day.
Thank you, Monica! It sounded like a wonderful day.
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Our trips get better every time!
Reviewed By Charlie/Maria - Miami, Fl | Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe
Whether in a group or going solo, Lysa has put together the best travel itineraries possible, from finding the best airfares to that perfect accommodation . Tours, restaurant reservations, spas, and an array of activities according to our diverse interests have been masterfully arranged, much to our satisfaction. Dedication and passion shows in her work. I’m excited about our next adventure, in 2023!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thank you! We love planning your travel and look forward to more in 2023.
Thank you! We love planning your travel and look forward to more in 2023.
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HIGHLY Recommend on any travel plans!
Reviewed By Craig M. - Newport Beach, CA | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
I would HIGHLY recommend working with Lysa. We had basically two weeks to book a trip to Italy, which we've never been, and she was able to get a fabulous trip scheduled out to us within the week (hotels, transfers, trains, dinner ideas, fun things to do ideas, etc.). She also was very helpful even during our trip! She's the best and will definitely be using her again.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Amazing trip to Ireland
Reviewed By Stef - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
Lysa's recommendations for my trip to Ireland helped craft an incredible, unforgettable experience! It's great to have someone else handle the hard stuff so you can focus on the fun, and she does it very well.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Great trip
Reviewed By Chris - Los Angeles, CA | Traveled to Portugal ~ Europe
Lysa helped me plan my trip to Portugal and every piece of it was great! Her help make everything go smoothy between multiple cities, and turned it into one of the best trips I've ever taken! I'll certainly have her help me in the future.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We were so envious of your trip! It looked amazing. Portugal, here we come!
We were so envious of your trip! It looked amazing. Portugal, here we come!
A lifetime memory trip
Reviewed By Linda L - Coral Springs, Fl | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
So simple and easy. Loved the access on line to all our plans excursions. Easy to reach before DURING and after our trip. Never used an advisor before but using Lysa was the best decision we made! Excellent value for services provided excursions all top notch. Highly highly recommend
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Scotland
Reviewed By Sam - Los Angeles, CA | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
Lysa was proactive and helpful at every stage of our planning! She had dozens of activities for us to choose from and was great at coordinating tickets in advance. I highly recommend seeking her out for your next vacation!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Magical trip of my dreams
Reviewed By Mar - Elk Grove, Ca | Traveled to New York City ~ New York ~ USA
Lysa planned a wonderfully memorable and exciting trip to New York for Thanksgiving. She made sure everyone got to do something on their list. We saw the parade, the Rockettes, 2 great Broadway productions, tea at the plaza,, and several delicious dinners. She also did an excellent job with booking our hotel which was located near everything we did.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We had the best time planning your NY vacation! What a magical time to be there. Great job on the parade viewing.
We had the best time planning your NY vacation! What a magical time to be there. Great job on the parade viewing.
Honeymoon Review!
Reviewed By KS - Miami, FL | Traveled to Paris ~ France ~ Europe
Lysa was absolutely amazing! Always available to us and planned us the perfect trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Made everything easy!
Reviewed By CGirouard - Los Angeles, California | Traveled to England ~ Europe
Lysa was great to work with! She's super responsive, helpful, and wants her clients to have a great experience on their trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We had such a good time planning your trip. Where to next?
We had such a good time planning your trip. Where to next?
Once in a Lifetime trip to Costa Rica
Reviewed By Kristin - Houston, TX | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Working with Lysa was a wonderful experience. She offered amazing suggestions. We had a larger group going and she was very patient as we hammered out the details of the trip. She was also super helpful when we had an excursion cancelled due to weather. I highly recommend working with Lysa. 10 out of 10!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We loved working with you and your group. Where to next year?
We loved working with you and your group. Where to next year?
Incredible trip with wonderful views !
Reviewed By Crystal - Ocala Fl | Traveled to Oregon ~ USA
She was right on meeting our needs of what we wanted! The trip was fantastic!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Made the Trip Picture Perfect!
Reviewed By Mother of 2 - Los Angeles, California | Traveled to Europe
As a Gen X'er, I am new to working with travel agents, but knew I needed professional help when I was planning a 6-week trip to Europe. She did a lot of legwork on this complicated, multigenerational trip, with contingencies for a chronically ill family member. She made the train trips convenient, found local hospitals, made sure the hotels were child-friendly, ensured reservations and bookings were cancellable, etc. We formed great memories for a lifetime and bonded because of Lysa's custom touch. She's the absolute best, and I would recommend her without hesitation. She's already booked a successful trip for a friend to Europe and another trip for me for my anniversary.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
It's so lovely working with you and your family. Thank you for the referral!
It's so lovely working with you and your family. Thank you for the referral!
Lysa was the person for me!
Reviewed By Ana - Los Angeles, CA | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
As a Gen X'er, I am new to working with travel agents, but knew I needed professional help when I was planning a 6-week trip to Europe. I wanted someone who was both experienced and with whom I could converse - someone who would "get" me quickly and be able to make pivots as needed. She did legwork on this multigenerational trip, with contingencies for a chronically ill family member. She made the train trips convenient, found local hospitals, made sure the hotels were child-friendly, ensured bookings were cancellable. When we opted not to take that trip, she helped cancel every last booking without penalty - even European rail tickets! When we told her we wanted to take another trip during that same time, she helped us explore many destinations, and then planned a TRIP OF A LIFETIME to Costa Rica. She's the absolute best, and I would recommend her without hesitation. She's already booked a successful trip for a friend to Europe and another trip for me for my anni
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
The best trip of our lives!
Reviewed By The best trip of our lives! - Los Angeles | Traveled to Franceville ~ Gabon ~ Africa
The best trip of our lives!5 star customer service. Step by step!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thank you! We felt that we were with you on this trip, it was so exciting.
Thank you! We felt that we were with you on this trip, it was so exciting.
Best trip to destination wedding!
Reviewed By Franci - Miami, FL | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Lysa is amazing. Wonderful suggestions, always responsive and made our trip worry free.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thanks! We had a great time planning it for you. We can't wait for the next adventure.
Thanks! We had a great time planning it for you. We can't wait for the next adventure.
Incredible trip!
Reviewed By Tamra G. - Miami, Fl | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Lysa was fantastic! She made everything very easy for us and we loved the itinerary that she sent us using the app Trip Plans.Lysa is knowledgeable, efficient, and extremely organized. We are looking forward to planning our next vacation with Lysa.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We had the best time planning your trip. Dream client!
We had the best time planning your trip. Dream client!
Wonderful Honeymoon
Reviewed By :) Tk - Flagler Beach, FL | Traveled to Nice ~ France ~ Europe
I have had a fabulous experience working with Lysa. I had read a raving revue on Facebook from an acquaintance about how fabulous their trip went due to Lysa. I was frustrated & behind in planning a Honeymoon to be followed up by a group family trip with multiple travelers to multiple countries and I had reached out to another agent who was not helpful. My first contact with Lysa was so positive and reassuring and filled with great ideas. The extensive planning and coordination by Lysa made all the difference in us having an amazing travel experience.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We had such a good time, we felt like we were with you! We can't wait for the next trip.
We had such a good time, we felt like we were with you! We can't wait for the next trip.
Amazing vacation made even better with Lysa’s help
Reviewed By Julia K - New York, NY | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Lysa was amazing! She was so helpful with helping me plan my trip, especially in filling the gaps where I had already made plans and gave great advice. She also picked out the restaurant where I had my favorite dinner of the whole trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thanks! We know that food is the most important part of an Italian journey. We're so happy you had fun.
Thanks! We know that food is the most important part of an Italian journey. We're so happy you had fun.
An amazing experience!
Reviewed By Emily - New York, NY | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Working with Lysa was seamless and allowed us to have a great, stress free trip. She is extremely responsive both before and during the trip to help with any detail, big or small. She listened to what we wanted and delivered exactly that, with multiple ideas for meals/activities based on what we wanted. Was very helpful with logistics to make sure everything went smoothly. I never want to plan a trip without her again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We're so glad you had fun! It sounded so wonderful.
We're so glad you had fun! It sounded so wonderful.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Reviewed By Regina - Cypress, Texas | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Above and beyond! Extremely helpful before the trip with planning and pricing, during the trip with changes and ideas, and available all the time for any and all questions. Could NOT be more pleased with Lysa's service.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thank you, Regina, we had the best time planning your trip. We felt like we were with you!
Thank you, Regina, we had the best time planning your trip. We felt like we were with you!
Incredible trip to Iceland
Reviewed By Dan - Philadelphia, PA | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
Lysa was so helpful at planning our trip to Iceland. She sent an itinerary that was a great starting point for us to tweak to meet our travel style. We loved the hotels she suggested and activities she booked!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Detail, Care, and Knowledge
Reviewed By J&L - Marina del Rey, CA | Traveled to Oregon ~ USA
Lysa goes the extra mile to find detail and the specifics of what we want when we’re traveling. She goes deeper than just “go to this link and book it” - she talks to the hosts, gives them our wishes, negotiates prices, and suggests a few options.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thank you! We love planning your activities.
Thank you! We love planning your activities.
A new adventure each time!
Reviewed By Crystal - Ocala Fl | Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe
Lysa has always suggested new locations and fun plans. I truly rely on her selections of where to go.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Great Trip!
Reviewed By Susan Q. - Fort Lee, NJ | Traveled to Spain ~ Europe
Lysa came to the rescue multiple times during the planning and execution of our trip. Not easy to deal with our group of 8 who all had their own agenda! She kept her head cool and even though there was a huge time difference from where she was and where we were, she came thru no matter what time of the day it was!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
We had a wonderful time planning your trip! We're looking forward to the next one.
We had a wonderful time planning your trip! We're looking forward to the next one.
Best Travel Planner Ever
Reviewed By Lynda - Florida | Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe
Lysa has planned all of our trips for many years; all over Europe as well as the US. We have done the most marvelous things, i.e. fabulous pasta making/wine drinking class in Rome, fantastic bnb in Tuscany, the most wonderful museums all over the world, shopping like you wouldn’t believe, and always the best restaurants. This Year it was Croatia, the most beautiful color blue in the world. She’s amazing at getting the best deals available on travel and accommodations. She sends the itinerary and I send a check!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lysa Stone responded:
Thank you! We love having you as a longtime client.
Thank you! We love having you as a longtime client.
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