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Gwynne Chafer

La Crosse, Wisconsin Travel Agent
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Gwynne Chafer

Gwynne Chafer

La Crosse, Wisconsin Travel Agent
A Full-Service Travel Leaders Associate Agency
21 Reviews | 100% Recommended
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Luxury Travel Experience Planner

Traveling the world allows us to gain insight into different cultures, religions and food, as well as explore ancient ruins, natural wonders & historic landmarks that most people only read about. I pride myself in my attention to detail & the knowledge I have gained throughout my years of traveling. My travels have not only made me a better travel agent, but a better person, with a deeper understanding of how people live & survive around the world. I recently visited Saudi Arabia, which was about as different to my life as could be. I found myself fascinated by the women of the country. 90% of the women encountered were fully veiled, even though wearing a Niqab is not required. However, it is an important part of Saudi culture & in most Saudi cities (including Riyadh, Mecca, Medina, etc.) the vast majority of women do cover their faces. The Saudi niqab usually only leaves a long open slot for the eyes…their eyes are the only thing the world sees of them.

My Travel Specialties

Luxury Vacations Experiences

What is a luxury? Webster’s definition defines it as the state of great comfort and extravagant living. Does this define what a luxury travel experience is? Some clients might define a luxury travel experience as a very expensive trip, with 5-star accommodations along ... Read more from my Luxury Vacations Experiences bio.

Italy Extravagant Escapes

Visiting Italy is a feast for your senses … from the scent of lemons in Capri, to the delicious flavors of the many pastas and sauces which is known for, to viewing the crumbling ruins of the Roman Empire. Did you ... Read more from my Italy Extravagant Escapes bio.

Asian Adventures

Asia is a fascinating area of the world that I think everyone should visit at least once in their life.  In my quest to learn as much as I can about the culture, food and religions throughout Asia, I have visited ... Read more from my Asian Adventures bio.

Escape to the Big Apple

I have traveled to New York City MANY times, yet I still seem to find a new place to explore and a new restaurant to dine at every time I go. Needless to say ... you will never run out of things ... Read more from my Escape to the Big Apple bio.

CERTIFICATES & AWARDS

Certified ASTA Travel Agent
Certified Leisure Travel Specialist
Alitalia Travel Specialist (Italy)
Sandals Certified Specialist
Avalon Waterways Specialist
College of Disney Knowledge Graduate
Travel Leaders Certified Travel Specialist

My Travel Stories

Incredible Italy
Luxurious Travel Experiences

Dark Tourism

A visit Ukraine with emphasis on visiting the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and the abandoned town of Pripyat, was fascinating for me...especially as a photographer. The haunting images of forsaken apartments, schools, recreational areas; the infamous ferris wheel and bumper cars from the "May Day" Celebration that never came, have been ... Read more from my Dark Tourism story.

Authentic Experiences with Il Chiostro

Il Chiostro was established by Linda Mironti and Michael Mele, both Italian Americans with backgrounds in the arts. At Il Chiostro their goal is to bring Italy to people. They are all about “Slow Travel” and full immersion travel experiences. You will stay in one place long enough to become familiar with the ... Read more from my Authentic Experiences with Il Chiostro story.

Incredible India

Wanderlust.  Webster’s definition of this word is a “strong desire to travel.”   This is me.  I’m barely back from a trip, and I’m thinking about my next great adventure. 

This desire to travel to far off places began in 1989, while living in Buffalo, New York.  I was fresh out of travel ... Read more from my Incredible India story.

My Reviews

Rating: 5 21 Reviews | 100% Recommended

Magnificent 50th Anniversary family trip

Reviewed By LJ - Genoa, Wisconsin | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Gwynne was very accommodating in planning a rather complex family trip for 14 people, 5 of whom live overseas. All of Gwynne's arrangements went off without a hitch.
We are totally satisfied and highly recommend Gwynne's services. We'll use her again.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
43 of 72 people found this review helpful
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The Trip of a Lifetime!!

Reviewed By Colleen R - Sun Prairie, WI | Traveled to Florence ~ Italy ~ Europe
Gwynne was recommended to me by a friend when they learned we planned on visiting Italy. We had many details such as meeting my daughter who was already in Italy, and having my son leave earlier than the rest of us, and also having a large number of people making different payments and also needing various different requirements while traveling...a bit overwhelming for me to plan since I had never been to Europe before!! Gwynne was invaluable to the process of planning our trip!! She provided everything we needed even before I knew it was needed...She recommended beautiful hotels and priceless experiences. We visited Florence, Rome and Paris, and Gwynne provided us with private tours with lovely, knowledgeable tour guides. She arranged a cooking class and food tastings, gave us lists of restaurants in different price ranges with all of their contact information. Everywhere we went we had transfers to and from our hotels, airports, train stations and tours! Best experience ever!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
39 of 67 people found this review helpful
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The easiest planned vacation ever!

Reviewed By SandiR - Athens, Ohio | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Gwynne was amazing. From day one she answered every question I had. She was able to get me a deal that I couldn't come close to getting with any online site. She is truly wonderful at her job. When I was concerned about a flight due to a hurricane coming in, she promptly changed my flight and sent me the updated itinerary. Thank you again Gwynne.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
27 of 45 people found this review helpful
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Our Travel Agent for many years

Reviewed By Traveler - Tomah, WI | Traveled to Europe
Gwynne has been our travel agent for many years. She is a delight to work with, is attentive, thorough, and proactive. Our most recent trip was to France. She arranged air, hotel, train tickets including detailed guidance on verifying tickets prior to boarding, and a map. She has always made whatever travel arrangements we needed even if she was under a deadline for other responsibilities. If she is away, she provides a backup plan "just in case." All details are efficiently handled well in advance of the start of any trip. Several times over the years, when some misadventure befell our flight plans, she rescued us by re-booking for us so we could journey on. It's just so nice to know, whatever travel arrangements I might need, Gwynne will handle it.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
44 of 79 people found this review helpful
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Fantastic Family Trip to Switzerland

Reviewed By Thompson Family - Lake Mills, WI | Traveled to Switzerland ~ Europe
Having known Gwynne for many years, when our entire family of 15 wanted to plan a trip to Switzerland she was the only call we made. She offered great advice from the very beginning as we were planning our itinerary, selecting cities and fine tuning the details. She was quick to reply to any questions or concerns we had through the entire process. You could feel she wanted to make sure we had the best travel experience possible - and we did. Thank you Gwynne!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
32 of 58 people found this review helpful
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Best Family (Out of the Country) Trip

Reviewed By Brady Bunch - Prairie du Chien | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Tremendous!! I am extremely satisfied I went this route for planning the family vacation. All her pre-vacation points were right on and made our family feel safe traveling in Mexico.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
37 of 68 people found this review helpful
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Great Trip!

Reviewed By JK - La Crosse, WI | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
She is enthusiastic, knowledgeable and planned a beautiful trip for us.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
28 of 53 people found this review helpful
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Trip of a Lifetime

Reviewed By Janet & Tim - La Crosse, WI | Traveled to Universal Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
I wanted to thank you again for mastering a trip of a lifetime for all 5 of us. Now that we are back I can say without jinxing it that EVERYTHING was perfect ... the 4 of us adults honestly had a great time together and now have a deeper relationship that is extra meaningful because it is so rare.

Abigail was a sweetheart the whole time and our guide Bailey is a new family friend. Seriously Gwynne, you have pulled off so many amazing trips for me/us over the years, but this one takes the cake.

We are your biggest fans!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
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Mexico

Reviewed By ML - Onalaska WI | Traveled to Mexico
Gwynne has been outstanding, we've worked with Gwynne on two separate trips and both were well planned.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
13 of 24 people found this review helpful
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Great 5 city trip

Reviewed By Candace - LA CROSSE, WI | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Gwynne organized a great two week trip for us covering all the details. She was available when we needed to contact her & solved the issue immediately .
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
18 of 34 people found this review helpful
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Awesome trip!

Reviewed By Bussewitz's - Clayton, WI | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Gwynne was so helpful right from the start. We contacted her and she did the research based on what we told her and she came up with a wonderful, all inclusive family vacation for us! She reached out to us on a regular basis and the itinerary and information she sent prior to the trip was so useful! Thank you Gwynne, for the memories we were able to make! I look forward to booking another trip through you!

Thanks again!!
Kurt & Cheryl Bussewitz
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
35 of 68 people found this review helpful
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Once in a lifetime Honeymoon

Reviewed By Andrei - Stafford, Virginia | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Gwynne was wonderful to work with. We have been to a couple all inclusive resorts and this one was special for our honeymoon so we wanted it to be perfect. From providing a variety of options at different price points, to giving us insights on each option, to sending us some special gifts prior to departure, Gwynne thought of it all. We received a very detailed package days before we headed out with all the information, suggestions and more and even after running into a small complicated at the resort with the room at no fault of Gwynne's, after calling her and letting her also know, hours later the issue was resolved to the best that it could have been. Planning to continue working with her for our future trips and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to plan a special trip and someone who truly cares and takes care of everything!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Perfect Honeymoon!!

Reviewed By Kenzie and Luke - Duluth, Minnesota | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Gwynne was so awesome! Very clear with what to expect with transportation, what to expect once we got to our destination, and what to do while on our honeymoon!! We used the bag and passport holders gifted to us during our entire stay. THANK YOU!! :)
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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30th Anniversary Cruise Adventure

Reviewed By Bill B. - Lacrosse, Wisconsin | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
I just wanted to drop you a note about our trip to Alaska. We got home on the 18th as planned. I would like to first thank you for all your help and hard work setting up our cruise. You kept us advised of the excursions and made sure we chose wisely. I thank you for your expertise and professionalism.

All aspect of our travels were exactly as they were described. Everything was carried out as planned and scheduled. The people on the land tour as well as the cruise were extremely helpful and made sure we were ready for our excursions. The cruise was extremely pleasurable and relaxing. Every meal was perfect. I felt we were being treated as royalty. I may have even asked if I had to take my crown off for eating.

Jane and I just want to thank you for such a great job of insuring the perfect vacation.

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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The Trip of a Lifetime!

Reviewed By Gwynne Chafer - Lacrosse, Wisconsin | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Gwynne

I wanted to let you know that our trip was amazing. It was a trip of a life time. Every detail was awesomeness!!!
Thank you Thank you Thank you.

Debbie C.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Picture Perfect Vacation

Reviewed By Jennifer Kapanke - La Crosse, WI | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
We had the BEST time!! The resort was great, flights went awesome! Everything was perfect!! Thank you!! We will be booking our next vacay with you again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Picture Perfect Honeymoon

Reviewed By Jessica B. - La Crosse, WI | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
We just wanted to thank you again for the package you put together for us. We had the most amazing time on our honeymoon! Both hotels we stayed at were great and everything was perfect! We wouldn't have changed a thing! We will definitely keep you in mind for any future vacations we take!
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Always nice working with Professionals

Reviewed By Andrew - Sparta, WI | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
This was my first time using an agent and I could not be happier with the help I received. Gwyynne had everything in order and ready to go. Answered any and all questions I had and made my experience an excellent one.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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l'italia è stata fantastica......Italy was amazing

Reviewed By Kim - Sun Prairie, WI | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Working with Gwynne Chafer was a pleasure! From the very beginning of planning our first trip to Italy Gwynne was professional, efficient, listened to and was responsive to our ideas and requests, had great follow through, and created a 10 day itinerary that surpassed our expectations! The attention to detail was much appreciated! We had an a amazing experience and a very stress free vacation much attributed to the excellent planning of Gwynne! We will definitely use Gwynne in the future and would highly recommend her to our family and friends!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
26 of 52 people found this review helpful
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Fantastic Island Getaway!

Reviewed By Eddy - Topeka, KS. | Traveled to Saint Croix Island ~ Virgin Islands ~ Caribbean
Gwynne was extremely helpful with planning our getaway. She listened to what our wants and needs were and really made them all come true.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
9 of 19 people found this review helpful
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Fantastic trip to Italy

Reviewed By Carolitaly - Appleton WI | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
My husband and I wanted to travel to Italy but did not want to take a group tour. Neither my husband or I speak Italian and we live in Appleton, WI. Gwynne was wonderful to work with. Everything was arranged via phone, e-mail or text. It was so easy and Gwynne kept us up to date and fully informed. We would never been able to have such a unique and tailored trip without her help. She was fantastic to work with and really knew the area. We traveled on our own from Rome to Florence and ended in Venice. We had no problems and our hotels and excursions where perfect. She even set up a contact person in Italy that was always available if we had any questions. I can not say enough good things about our trip and Gwynne is the reason we had such a great time. Thank you Gwynne.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
31 of 64 people found this review helpful
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My Travel Experience

Places I’ve personally traveled to or destinations I’ve booked for my clients.

Customer Testimonials

Everything went like Clockwork

"Hello, Gwynne. Everything went like clockwork. Thank you so much for everything you did to make our trip so wonderful. Your expertise and organizational skills were greatly appreciated."

Provided by Richard R.

GREAT Vacation

"Gwynne - Because of you, we were able to quickly turn what could have been a not-so-good vacation into a GREAT vacation. I will be recommending you to all my friends!"

Provided by Peggy

On Top of it All

"Hi, Gwynne. We had an awesome trip and have you to thank for it. You were so 'on top' of things and kept us advised of everything. On the trip, I heard horror stories from other couples that didn't have the neat experience we had with you. It was a trip of a lifetime. Thank you for all you did to make this a very memorable trip."

Provided by Jan H.