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Marian Laughland

Murphysboro, Illinois Travel Agent
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Marian Laughland

Murphysboro, Illinois Travel Agent
Harpazo World Travel, an independent agent with Archer Travel, CA, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
10 Reviews | 100% Recommended
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Expedition Travel Destination Specialist

National Geographic Expeditions
National Geographic Expeditions

As an Expedition Travel Destination Specialist, my role involves a deep understanding of unique and adventurous travel destinations, particularly those suited for expedition-style trips. We have extensive knowledge about various expedition travel destinations around the world. This includes remote and off-the-beaten-path locations, such as polar regions, rainforest's, deserts, mountains, and remote islands. We familiarize ourselves with different expedition travel products offered by various vendors and expedition companies to provide a range of itineraries from luxury expedition cruises to rugged wilderness adventures. We create custom itineraries for our clients based on your preferences and interests. This might involve suggesting unique experiences, such as wildlife encounters, cultural immersions, or outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, or snorkeling. We will provide you with guidance on logistical aspects of expedition travel, including transportation options, and accommodation choices. We strive to educate ourselves about safety considerations and risk management strategies for expedition travel. This includes information about medical precautions, emergency procedures, and environmental conservation practices. We believe in promoting sustainable and responsible travel practices to protect the environment and minimize negative impacts on local ecosystems and communities. We are your resource for trip planning, booking inquiries, and any issues that may arise before, during, or after the expedition. We stay updated on industry trends, emerging destinations, and new expedition products and services. We build relationships with our expedition companies, destination organizations, and other industry stakeholders to collaborate on promotional campaigns, co-marketing initiatives, and exclusive offers for our clients. We want to ensure our clients have memorable and enriching adventures in some of the world's most captivating and remote destinations. To highlight one of our Expedition partners, look no further than National Geographic Expeditions. National Geographic Expeditions offers a variety of travel experiences, including guided tours, cruises, and expeditions to destinations around the world. These trips are often led by expert guides, photographers, scientists, and researchers affiliated with National Geographic, providing participants with unique insights into the destinations they visit. National Geographic Expeditions typically focus on themes such as wildlife, culture, history, and conservation. They offer a range of travel styles to accommodate different interests and preferences, from small-group adventures to private journeys.

CERTIFICATES & AWARDS

Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Registry
AMResorts Master Agent
Celebrity Learning Certification
Globus Family of Brands University - Avalon Waterways Specialist
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
Hurtigruten Expeditions Certified Agent
MSC Masters
NCL University - Associate Degree
NCL University - Bachelor's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
Oceania Certified Specialist
Oceania Certified Travel Advisor
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seabourn Academy Graduate
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Rivers Expert

My Reviews

Rating: 5 10 Reviews | 100% Recommended

Awesome experience

Reviewed By Dragonfly273 - Murphysboro,il | Traveled to Kentucky ~ USA
We had a great time traveling with your church and we hope we can do it again soon
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Wonderful trip

Reviewed By Fredia - Murphysboro, Illinois | Traveled to Williamstown ~ Kentucky ~ USA
Nice person to work with.
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Trip of a lifetime!

Reviewed By Precious - Murphysboro, Il. | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA
Excellent!!
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One trip down, 99 to go

Reviewed By Precious - Murphysboro, Il. | Traveled to Kentucky ~ USA
Excellent job!!!!
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One of my best trips.

Reviewed By Mary - Murphysboro, IL | Traveled to Williamstown ~ Kentucky ~ USA
Excelllent to work with. Very friendly and easy to talk to.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Seniors Trip to Kentucky

Reviewed By Mick L. - Ava, IL | Traveled to Williamstown ~ Kentucky ~ USA
Our group had a very nice time visiting the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter. Marian had it all planned out for us, she even chose some nice places to eat at during the trip. Everything was taken care of, all we had to do was show up. A+ in my book.
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Great trip

Reviewed By Johnny - Sparta, IL | Traveled to Sarasota ~ Florida ~ USA
Great
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Great trip

Reviewed By Dick - Sparta, IL | Traveled to Missouri ~ USA
Awesome
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Three day weekend trip family reunion

Reviewed By LDL1948 - St.Louis, Missouri | Traveled to Amarillo ~ Texas ~ USA

The process was easy and Marian took care of everything. We enjoyed our trip to Texas
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Marian Laughland responded:
We are so glad you enjoyed your trip. Thank you for your business.
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Wonderful Christmas vacation

Reviewed By Ms. Linda - Sparta Illinois | Traveled to Gatlinburg ~ Tennessee ~ USA
From the beginning to the end, Marian made the process so easy. This was a short vacation with my son to Tennessee. What a beautiful place to visit. Marian took care of every detail: the hotel, Dollywood, and the zip line for my son. Marian was a blessing to work with.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Marian Laughland responded:
Thank you for the kind word. I am so glad you both enjoyed your trip.
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