Mary McWilliams
Mary McWilliams
Africa and Ireland Travel Specialist
In 1994, while studying law in Europe, I took my first major trip abroad with a backpack on my back. Before my classes started in Ireland, I traveled to London, Greece, Italy, Austria, Germany, France, Amsterdam, Switzerland, Ireland, and the Czech Republic. After twenty years, I was able to go back to Europe, and my passion for travel was reignited when I went to Italy in 2014. Since then, I have loved planning and researching vacations and the travel bug hit me hard. I started doing all my own research and decided to become a travel agent while planning my daughter's senior trip to Greece in the spring. I crystallized the idea while spending time in Mexico with my family in June. That's when On a Whim Travel, LLC became a reality. I am now an independent contractor with RSVP Events & Travel (https://rsvpeventsonline.com and http://stlouismo.vacation.travelleaders.com) and have been certified as a South African, Ireland, and Mexico travel agent. I am always learning and expanding my knowledge base. Helping people plan their adventures sounds incredible to me and is a passion!!
www.onawhimtravel.com
Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore ~ Andre Gide
Certified South African Specialist
Gorillas in Rwanda
Traveling- it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller ~ Ibn Battuta
I am confident that either myself or Marcie and her team can take care of all your travel needs, whether it's a trip to Las Vegas, a short trip to Seattle, your destination wedding, or a large group traveling. On a Whim Travel, LLC and RSVP Events & Travel have got you covered! Did you know that booking your vacation through a travel agent never costs more than booking it yourself? Not only can it save you money, but it can also save you hours of endless online research. I am available to assist you before, during, and after your trip, all at no extra charge.
My Areas of Expertise
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
My Travel Stories
Zimbabwe
As we set out for Zimbabwe it wasn't the trip we had hoped for..our bush plane couldn't fly due to the rain, so it was a long overland journey first in a bus and then in a safari car with Bee our guide. A safari car has "African Air conditioning" and ... Read more from my Zimbabwe story.
Rwanda...It touched my soul
We were greeted after almost 24 hours of traveling by Aimable who met us at the gate and was so gracious and escorted us through immigration. He delivered us to the capable hands of Herbert who has been wonderful. I learned about Herbert and his history. He was 13 in 1994. ... Read more from my Rwanda...It touched my soul story.
Ireland and the traffic circles
I can never decide if I could live anywhere else if it would be Ireland or Italy. They are my two favorite countries to visit. Ireland holds a special place in my heart. I studied there in 1994 for my summer abroad in law school and watched the slow speed chase ... Read more from my Ireland and the traffic circles story.
Belize Adventures
Absolutely amazing trip
African a Safaris with Gorillas and the Big Five
Thanks for the great review! I am glad you enjoyed your trip.