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Marilia Candeloro

Charlotte, North Carolina Travel Agent

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Marilia Candeloro

Charlotte, North Carolina Travel Agent

Happy Hour Travel , an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, FL, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency

11 Reviews | 100% Recommended

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Boutique experiences around the world

Hello world travelers! I'm originally from Brazil, my heritage is Italian, and I'm in love with the beautiful world we live in. I graduated from college with a business degree and that's what I did for work my whole life. Until 2016 when I was looking to switch things up a bit and decided to follow my purpose: help people experience more things, create beautiful memories and return home with a full heart.

My husband and I love to travel. When we were dating, then as a married couple, and now with our two teenagers. From Alaska to Patagonia, to Croatia, Italy and some many places in Europe... and everything in between!

I absolutely love what I do as I believe traveling is one of the best investments anyone can make. We have fun, we learn, and most importantly... we connect! And how important is that in a world that is just busy all the time?

One of my favorite quotes is from Roberto Balaño. He says "Every few hundred feet the world changes". I look forward to helping you explore this big and amazing world of ours.

Although I do all kinds of trips, the ones close to my heart, and the ones I specialize in, are the trip that has unique experiences, that are exclusive and give you a lot more than just a nice picture on your cell phone. May it be a short trip to a boutique resort in the Caribbean to celebrate an anniversary, or a cruise around the world, or a private entrance to the Vatican, a special dinner at a family home in the middle of Tuscany. A sailing just outside Bermuda to see the sunset, a chocolate tour in Hawaii. You get the drill ;-)

Yours in travel,

Marilia Candeloro

My reviews

Patagonia is just a show of natural beauty!

"Marilia is THE BEST! She is very responsive, very knowledgeable. She always has the best rates compared to the online travel engines. She is so helpful and thoughtful... She makes it simple enough to book your dream vacation. She's amazing!" -Melva M.

"Marilia went above and beyond helping my wife and I book our honeymoon. This was my first time using a travel agent and it definitely will not be my last. Already have started to ask Marilia for her help on a trip we have with friends later this year. Thank you again for everything!" - Scott R.

There are many more on my website. I'm so happy and proud that ALL my reviews are 5*! This is what I do - I will always work for your experience be the best one possible.

My Areas of Expertise

DESTINATIONS

Caribbean

Europe

Australia & New Zealand

INTERESTS

My Travel Stories

Our Christmas Markets river cruise girls trip!

Christmas Markets river cruise - DEC22

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Christmas Markets river cruise

I was really looking forward to try AmaWaterways and in Sep 2021, I planned a group trip for December 2022 (the sooner you book the better the pricing and the availability, as these sailings do sell out!). It was a girls-only group, just because... shopping and wine :-)
We sailed on AmaPrima: from ... Read more from my Christmas Markets river cruise story.

My Reviews

Rating: 5 11 Reviews | 100% Recommended

Our special honeymoon

Reviewed By Brittney N - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Saint Lucia ~ St. Kitts and Nevis ~ Caribbean

Marilia was absolutely wonderful to work with. She was so knowledgeable about helping me to book our first ever out of country trip for my husband and my honeymoon. She help us figure out where was best for us to go to based on what we were looking to do during our trip. She helped us coordinate a multi-stop trip beginning at Coconut Bay Serenity for the first few nights and then travel to the north side of the island where we stayed in an all inclusive Sandals resort. The trip was absolutely amazing and she made everything so easy for us. Even when things came up that were not planned like when our helicopter transport to the north side of the island got cancelled she immediately jumped on top of it for us and helped us get a refund. Highly recommend working with her for your next trip!!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Marilia Candeloro responded:
Thank you so much for your review! Can't wait to plan the next adventure :)

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Cannot recommend enough!

Reviewed By Angel C - Mount Holly, NC | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe

Marilia was most excellent! We had a very tight schedule with a quick turnaround time and she was able to meet and exceed all expectations. Communication was extremely timely and all of our asks and then some were taken into consideration. Cannot recommend enough!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Marilia Candeloro responded:
Thank you Angel, so glad you had a wonderful time!! You have been great to work with!!

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Perfect Honeymoon

Reviewed By Katie S - Windsor, CA | Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe

Marilia planned our honeymoon to perfection! We had the best time in Italy and Croatia, and could not have done it without Marilia. It was amazing having everything prepared for us ahead if time, and allowed us to relax and fully enjoy ourselves. Thank you Marilia!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Marilia Candeloro responded:
Katie, what a pleasure it was to plan your Honeymoon with you! Cheers to the start of your beautiful life together - and more amazing trips to come!

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I've done multiple trips with Marilia already!

Reviewed By Alessandra C - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe

Marilia Candeloro planned our Spring Break getaway perfectly and we enjoyed all the hotels and itineraries she picked for us!
My family and I have done many trips that Marilia has organized for us and all were outstanding!
The new Happy Hour App keeps everything organized per day of your trip! I can wait to have her organize our next vacation! Thank you Marilia!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Marilia Candeloro responded:
Hi Ale! One more incredible vacation in the books! So glad you had a wonderful time with your family in Greece. Thank you for your review <3

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Excellent experience!

Reviewed By Susan W - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe

Marilia did an excellent job planning our trip to Italy! The recommendations of tours, hotel choices and attention to detail all the way down to train tickets and hotel transfers were excellent and very much appreciated! She was always available to answer questions before our trip and during our trip! We will definitely be contacting her in the future for planning our next big trip!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Marilia Candeloro responded:
Thank you so much for your review Susan! I had a great time helping you plan your Italian vacation and it's great to know you had such a wonderful trip. Now on to the next adventures! :)

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Memorable experience!

Reviewed By Michael A - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Amalfi ~ Italy ~ Europe

Every small topic was delivered with perfection. She understood our goals and provided excellent advice/suggestions. The hotel in Sorrento, the cooking experience in Sorrento, and the Capri Blue Grotto Boat were spectacular experiences.
We are looking forward to the next one soon!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Marilia Candeloro responded:
Thank you Michel, loves seeing your beautiful photos!! Amalfi is indeed such a special place. So glad you guys got to celebrate your Anniversary there!

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Great great great

Reviewed By Emily G - Newark, NY | Traveled to Caribbean

We had a wonderful time. Marilia is the best travel agent with great prices and thinks of everything. I never have to worry when she takes care of my travels. Great great great

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Marilia Candeloro responded:
SO happy you got to go on this magical vacation Emily!! Thank you for the review, you are the best!!

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Marilia is simply a wizard!

Reviewed By Elena D - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Caribbean

Her service is so personalized and so helpful and no matter what comes up she solves it in a snap! She is a pleasure to work with and has moved mountains to create beautiful trips for my husband and I! I am so grateful for her!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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Marilia is THE BEST!

Reviewed By Mele M - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico

She is very responsive, very knowledgeable. She always has the best rates compared to the online travel engines. She is so helpful and thoughtful including sending a travel prep email as well as a welcome back email. She makes it simple enough to book your dream vacation, while making payments and offers 100% fully refundable travel protection options. Shes amazing! Thank you Marilia!!!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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Honeymoon in St. Lucia

Reviewed By Cole S - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Saint Lucia ~ St. Kitts and Nevis ~ Caribbean

Marilia recently helped us plan our Honeymoon trip to St Lucia. The process was super smooth from start to finish. She made everything so easy on us and the resort that she recommended was literally paradise! On top of that, she even sent a few gifts before we left for our trip. Talk about going above and beyond! I will definitely be using Marilia again in the near future! Thank you for everything you have done for us!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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Marilia is Great!

Reviewed By Marcio M - Miami, FL | Traveled to Canada

Always looking for the best trip and the best deal!
Amazing job!
Do not make a trip without checking with her first!
It will be rewarding!!!!

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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Customer Testimonials

Marilia is Great!

Always looking for the best trip and the best deal! Amazing job! Do not make a trip without checking with her first! It will be rewarding!!!!

Provided by Marcio M, Miami, FL