Drenda Howatt
Portland, Oregon Travel Agent
Ms Adventure Travel LLC, an independent agent with Travel Leaders Cape Girardeau, MO
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Expert on Hawaii Polynesian Paradises
- Wholesale airfare
- Hawaiian private home rentals
- insider travel tips
- Tours and activity coordination
- Luau reservations
- Optional Lei greetings
- Golf tee times
- Hotel recommendations
Aloha – Hello
I first traveled to Hawaii over 40 years ago — and have made regular visits there ever since! My go-to island is Maui. I love Kaanapali, but the rest of the islands are pretty amazing, too! I can assist in finding you the perfect location and accommodations for an unforgettable trip. I provide A’ ole palikir (no problem) experiences. Adventure or relaxing? Yes! Pool or beach? Yes! Snorkeling or whale watching? Yes! Honeymoon or family vacation? Yes! Do you love Ono grinds – Delicious food? Let me help you find the hidden spots the locals go. There is not a wrong way to enjoy Hawaii!
Mahalo! (Thank You) and A hui hou – Until we meet again
My Areas of Expertise
Related Travel Stories
A trip to look forward to.
Reviewed By Tool chic - Boring Oregon | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Drenda was amazing in helping us to plan an Alaska cruise with two other couples. She worked so hard to get us upgrades and lots of other perks. We were so excited! Unfortunately the cruise was set for June 2020 and was cancelled. I would highly recommend Drenda. Her enthusiasm for travel is infectious. She is so knowledgeable about so many places. She is constantly finding amazing deals all over the world.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
It was an honor to assist you and your wonderful friends in planning the cruise. We work together to ensure you have a wonderful vacation in the near future!
It was an honor to assist you and your wonderful friends in planning the cruise. We work together to ensure you have a wonderful vacation in the near future!
13 of 22 people found this review helpful
Cruisin
Reviewed By Shan - Beavercreek, Oregon | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Awesome communication, listened well to our needs and wants and found a great deal for us.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
10 of 17 people found this review helpful
Worked with us through the whole trip
Reviewed By Deni - Sandy,OR | Traveled to Florida ~ USA
Very helpful, worked hard to find the right flights, kept in touch and asked if we needed help to reach out. She was very available to us.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Great Travel agent to work with
Reviewed By Wakisha - OR | Traveled to Lake Chelan ~ Washington ~ USA
She did an excellent job helping my family and I find a vacation home within our timeline and budget.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
Thank you. I am so glad you were able to have a family get-away, and it was my pleasure to assist!
Thank you. I am so glad you were able to have a family get-away, and it was my pleasure to assist!
8 of 14 people found this review helpful
Planned to go to Alaska
Reviewed By Shannon - Beavercreek, Oregon | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Great communication. She listened to our wants and also had many good suggestions. Hands down the best traveler advisor I've ever used!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
Thank you, Shannon! I am so sorry that COVID forced cancelation of your cruise. I look forward to assisting you in finding a perfect replacement trip!
Thank you, Shannon! I am so sorry that COVID forced cancelation of your cruise. I look forward to assisting you in finding a perfect replacement trip!
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
Trip of a lifetime with our family!
Reviewed By Happy Dude - Happy Valley, Oregon | Traveled to Europe
Drenda was amazing! She worked closely with us ensuring that we had a truly wonderful experience from planning the trip and options, through following up after the trip. Definitely will be calling her to plan our next adventure!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The best people, places, mountains
Reviewed By JGUY - SALEM, OR | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Awesome. Adventuresome. I would not have picked this place myself. I was going to go to the Ocean. Very glad we did not.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
One of our best vacations ever!
Reviewed By Puffin Lover - Happy Valley OR | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
Drenda was a delight to work with from start to finish. She suggested several vacations and helped us pick the best option for our budget and desires. She is prompt to return questions and problem solve issues along the way.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
The best cruise we didn’t get to go on!
Reviewed By Janice - Gresham, OR | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Drenda was very responsive in finding exactly what we were looking for in our Alaskan cruise. She also asked questions about aspects we hadn’t considered to help us plan our vacation. She was great to work with! Sadly, Covid prevented us from going on the cruise, but look forward to working with Drenda again.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
Thank you for your kind words! I am so sorry COVID caused you to miss what would have been an amazing cruise, but we will make sure you have epic travel adventures in the near future!
Thank you for your kind words! I am so sorry COVID caused you to miss what would have been an amazing cruise, but we will make sure you have epic travel adventures in the near future!
7 of 13 people found this review helpful
Spring Break memories
Reviewed By Emily - Portland, OR | Traveled to Nashville ~ Tennessee ~ USA
Drenda was very helpful and responsive, offering well-informed suggestions as we planned our Spring Break vacation. She offered advice regarding our travel plans and dual locations in Nashville and eastern Tennessee. She was able to think outside the box and found us flights out of Seattle instead of Portland that saved us both money and travel time, so that we could spend more on the activities at our destination. We are so grateful for her insight and experience!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
LOVED the resort she chose for our family.
Reviewed By Amy - Sherwood, Oregon | Traveled to Kauai Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Very helpful, thorough and understood our needs perfectly.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
One of our best trips!
Reviewed By Mark and Cindy - Happy Valley, Or | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Very helpful, knowledgeable and flexible. When we wanted to make changes she was right on it!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Best trip ever!!!
Reviewed By Ktom - Portland | Traveled to Germany ~ Europe
Drenda found us a spectacular deal for a once in a lifetime trip on a River cruise. She or organized and efficient. Drenda solved any problem that came up quickly. She is also a great traveling companion, caring and inclusive.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
A wonderful trip
Reviewed By Richard - Hillsboro, OR | Traveled to Charlotte ~ North Carolina ~ USA
Drenda responded promptly and arranged a semi-complicated itinerary to our satisfaction. We were very pleased with her service.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love Iceland
Reviewed By K'Lynn - Tualatin, OR | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
Everything was wonderful from Drenda helping me get my tour schedule to be what I wanted to do to the exertion company she picked.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Liechtenstein Family Reunion
Reviewed By Becky - Corbett | Traveled to Liechtenstein ~ Europe
Drenda did an amazing job helping us plan a trip to Liechtenstein. She helped us plan all the details, found us great deals on lodging, and has extensive knowledge of the travel requirements when traveling abroad. (Unfortunately, we had to cancel the trip due to COVID-19. ) We will definitely have Drenda help us with our next trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
I am sad that COVID-19 forced cancelation. It would have been a great trip, and I KNOW that you would love Liechtenstein. I look forward to assisting you in planning your future trips!
I am sad that COVID-19 forced cancelation. It would have been a great trip, and I KNOW that you would love Liechtenstein. I look forward to assisting you in planning your future trips!
9 of 18 people found this review helpful
Great Beach Getaway!
Reviewed By Vic Farnes - Wilsonville, OR | Traveled to Gleneden Beach ~ Oregon ~ USA
I had the pleasure working with Drenda. I saw this cute beach house on her FaceBook page and wanted more information about the property. She was quick to respond to all my questions and she had it booked right away for us. I usually booked my own vacations or getaways myself. It was nice to have it all done by Drenda. Everything I needed was emailed to me. I highly recommend Drenda for your travel needs!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
Thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure to assist you.
Thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure to assist you.
10 of 20 people found this review helpful
Great getaway!
Reviewed By Käthlin - Portland, OR | Traveled to Rockaway Beach ~ Oregon ~ USA
Drenda was so helpful in finding a house that met our needs. It was so nice to not have to dig through different options, but to have someone filter the list down for us instead.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
Thank you! I am so glad you were able to have a 'get-away' and were able to enjoy the rental. I look forward to assisting you plan more vacations!
Thank you! I am so glad you were able to have a 'get-away' and were able to enjoy the rental. I look forward to assisting you plan more vacations!
8 of 16 people found this review helpful
Amazing trip to Italy!
Reviewed By JR - Camas, WA | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Drenda is very professional and thorough. She has a great idea of what we wanted for hotels, transportation and we were pleased with all of her selections for us. She also coordinated our trip with a planned tour and then picked up after the tour with further arrangements.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Drenda went above and beyond!
Reviewed By Jessica - Campton NH | Traveled to Norway ~ Europe
I would highly recommend Drenda, she went above and beyond! Thank you Drenda!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
A wonderful beginning!
Reviewed By Twins in Maine - Rhododendron, Oregon | Traveled to Maine ~ USA
My sister and I have been working on getting tickets online for months and it was not coming to a completion. After calling several agents and not receiving help, I finally found Drenda’s agency online. Immediately I knew she would make our trip happen. She is professional and efficient. Add to those rare qualities a kind heart and a pleasant, willing attitude toward fulfilling the task, and you have the best in what every traveler needs.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
A special time with our grandkids!
Reviewed By Cindy K - Anaheim, California | Traveled to Disneyland ~ California ~ USA
Drenda was easy to work with and always available to answer any questions!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
4 of 9 people found this review helpful
Anniversary trip!
Reviewed By Taylor - Dallas or. | Traveled to Newport ~ Oregon ~ USA
Drenda was great to work with! I told her exactly what I wanted and the location and price we would prefer. And she made it happen! Listened to exactly I wanted. Made planning a trip a lot easier!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Drenda Howatt responded:
Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you and I am so glad you enjoyed your trip.
Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you and I am so glad you enjoyed your trip.
7 of 15 people found this review helpful