Jill Bullock
Spring Branch, Texas Travel Agent
Old World Travel Company, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, FL, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Wildlife, Culture & Adventure Travel Specialist
I lived and worked in Costa Rica as a Travel Agent for over 2 years. I know Costa Rica like the back of my hand. A big part of my job was to visit all areas of Costa Rica, inspect every hotel, and participate in excursions/tours. If you want a perfectly tailored trip to Costa Rica, I can assist you every step of the way.
Wildlife and adventure along with delving into the local culture is my passion. I lived in Ecuador for many years and feel the Galapagos Islands should be on every person's bucket. But when it comes to wildlife, I must include a safari in Africa on the must-do list. Whether you visit northern African countries (Kenya, Tanzania) or South Africa, the experience is phenomenal.
Whether it is a family vacation, a honeymoon or a large group, I have done it all without a glitch!
Getting the opportunity to see wildlife in its natural habitat, immersing yourself in the local customs, all with a splash of adventure... Does life get any better?
Holy Land Journeys
On Safari in Tanzania after climbing Kilimanjaro.
I work very closely with an amazing company that provides journeys to the Holy Land and has been doing so for over 45 years. They are the # 1 US religious group operator for trips to the holy land.
If you are a lover of history and the Bible, please allow me to help you discover yourself in the Holy Land. It is a trip that will change you forever.
My Areas of Expertise
The Best Trip of our lives!
Reviewed By Tandra - Charleston, SC | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Working with Jill was like heaven . She was definitely heaven sent. She made sure that my group 99 had everything from the start and end of my trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Tandra, you are the best client, and now what I consider one of my dearest friends, a person could hope to have. To many more wonderful years working together to make every trip as great as the last :) Thanks so much for using Old World Travel Company's services for such a fabulous group of people!
Tandra, you are the best client, and now what I consider one of my dearest friends, a person could hope to have. To many more wonderful years working together to make every trip as great as the last :) Thanks so much for using Old World Travel Company's services for such a fabulous group of people!
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
The perfect vacation!
Reviewed By Sam - Milford, Pennsylvania | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
It was absolutely perfect! The hotels chosen were beautiful, plenty of great activities and adventures that created memories of a lifetime. She was truly an amazing help in planning our vacation. I would highly recommend.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Thank you Sam!!! I really appreciate your willingness to post a review. I am just thrilled to have designed a vacation that meant that much to you!!! Please let me know if I can ever do anything to return your kindness!
Thank you Sam!!! I really appreciate your willingness to post a review. I am just thrilled to have designed a vacation that meant that much to you!!! Please let me know if I can ever do anything to return your kindness!
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
Most memorable trip to Spain
Reviewed By SPE - OC, Ca | Traveled to Spain ~ Europe
Jill Bullock helped plan and coordinate our recent trip to Spain. It was one of the best and most memorable family trips we’ve taken. Planning and working with Jill is such an easy and comfortable experience that this was the second trip we’ve booked with her. I highly recommend working with Jill as she is very knowledgeable and professional.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Stacy, you are the best! Nothing better than becoming friends with clients and I consider you a wonderful friend. It is so great to share the love of travel with someone such as yourself. We have to go on an adventure together in the near future. That would be such a hoot!
Stacy, you are the best! Nothing better than becoming friends with clients and I consider you a wonderful friend. It is so great to share the love of travel with someone such as yourself. We have to go on an adventure together in the near future. That would be such a hoot!
11 of 19 people found this review helpful
Was my Best Vacation Ever !!
Reviewed By Douglas - Hampton Ga | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill organized , gave us recommendations, and handled all aspects of our Vacation. Jill is WONDERFUL at handling all Your Vacation needs .
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Douglas, that was SO nice of you to post! Thank you, thank you, thank you! If you need anything at all, I am here with bells on to help you!
Douglas, that was SO nice of you to post! Thank you, thank you, thank you! If you need anything at all, I am here with bells on to help you!
13 of 23 people found this review helpful
Effortless vacation
Reviewed By JamesB - Salt Lake City | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
My wife and I wanted to take the family on a trip to Costa Rica with some friends. We were going to plan everything ourselves, but a few months before getting ready to leave our friends were unable to go. We were left to plan the adventure all by ourselves. It was daunting, so we postponed the planning to the point were we thought we wouldn't go.At this point we found a travel agency and got connected with Jill. She was very patient with us and listened to our needs. She gave insightful recommendations and made the whole process effortless. She hooked us up with everything we needed and took the stress out of getting everything set up.
We loved our trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Hello James! Thank you for posting a review. That is truly kind and very appreciated! I hope you, Laura and the kids are doing great. If I can ever help you in any way, please let me know! Thanks again and I hope we stay in touch!
Hello James! Thank you for posting a review. That is truly kind and very appreciated! I hope you, Laura and the kids are doing great. If I can ever help you in any way, please let me know! Thanks again and I hope we stay in touch!
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
We took a great anniversary trip to Costa Rica
Reviewed By NewkirkTrip - New Jersey,USA | Traveled to Guanacaste ~ Costa Rica ~ Central America
I worked with Jill Bullock on booking our 1st trip to Costa Rica. She was very patient and informative. I had no clue on where I wanted to go and what to do in Costa Rica. She walked me through the process and the trip was one of the best we have ever gone on. She gave me many examples of excursions and things to see that matched our age and personalities. She really paid attention to who we are , our likes and dislikes. She is very knowledgeable of the area so she was able to answer all of my questions. She gave us great suggestions that we took. Her written instructions were clear and very helpful. We recommend Jill for your next trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Norwood, thank you! I still think about you and your wife. Working with hundreds of people can make one forget, but you, I will always remember. Truly a lovely person and I hope you are doing great!
Norwood, thank you! I still think about you and your wife. Working with hundreds of people can make one forget, but you, I will always remember. Truly a lovely person and I hope you are doing great!
10 of 18 people found this review helpful
What a memorable trip!!
Reviewed By Melissa - Hartland, WI | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill was an absolute pleasure to work with. Promptly answered all my questions and provided any pertinent information before I ever thought to ask for it. She helped design the best excursions in Costa Rica for my family. My husband, 15 yr. old daughter and I had the time of our lives! I can't wait to work with Jill again on our next adventure to Europe.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Thank you Melissa!!!! You are the best. I am looking forward to getting you to Europe in style!
Thank you Melissa!!!! You are the best. I am looking forward to getting you to Europe in style!
17 of 32 people found this review helpful
A Trip to Remember
Reviewed By A Williams - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
My group & I were thoroughly impressed with the trip Jill helped us plan to Costa Rica. It was Jill's suggestions of accommodations that led us to beautiful Las Catalinas. We still talk about this trip to this day, & it's already been 2 years ago! Jill assists with the trip planning process, from beginning to end. You will not be disappointed in the help you receive from Jill.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Aja, So funny, I think of you often too! I hope you are doing well and anything you need, please reach out. I am always here to assist when and where I can!
Aja, So funny, I think of you often too! I hope you are doing well and anything you need, please reach out. I am always here to assist when and where I can!
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
MOST MEMORABLE TRIP....EVERRRRRRRRRRRR
Reviewed By Karina - Milford, PA | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
I can't say enough about Jill, from start to finish, my daughters sweet sixteen, which we spent in Costa Rica, was planned with utmost care and attention to detail by Jill. "The Best trip of our lives" sounds too simple to describe our unforgettable experience!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Karina, you are too kind!!!! Although I love hearing that! I look forward to getting you to Italy in style soon :) Thank you so much for such a wonderful review!
Karina, you are too kind!!!! Although I love hearing that! I look forward to getting you to Italy in style soon :) Thank you so much for such a wonderful review!
10 of 19 people found this review helpful
Definitely recommend Jill Bullock
Reviewed By ATW33 - Orange, CA | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
I had the best experience planning our family vacation to Costa Rica with Jill Bullock. She made the whole process easy and convenient. She's so efficient and prompt. We had such an amazing vacation. Our whole experience was such a pleasure that she's planning our next vacation to Europe. I would definitely recommend having Jill plan your next adventure.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Stacy, thank you!!! I know Spain is going to be a fantastic experience for your family. And you will be there in less than one month! I absolutely can't wait to hear all about it upon your return. I am so fortunate to have someone like you in my life to share the love of history and culture through travel. Your boys are so lucky to have you provide these extraordinary adventures for them. Travel makes us more well-rounded persons. You are a perfect example!
Stacy, thank you!!! I know Spain is going to be a fantastic experience for your family. And you will be there in less than one month! I absolutely can't wait to hear all about it upon your return. I am so fortunate to have someone like you in my life to share the love of history and culture through travel. Your boys are so lucky to have you provide these extraordinary adventures for them. Travel makes us more well-rounded persons. You are a perfect example!
9 of 18 people found this review helpful
Honeymoon in Costa Rica
Reviewed By Tim B - Nashua, NH | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
My wife and I first called Jill in 2017 after a recommendation by a coworker. I never really understood the importance of a travel agent, thinking I could do the planning myself, hopefully ending up with a more personalized experience while making sure to keep the prices reasonable. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Conversing with Jill was fantastic right from the start, immediately making us feel like we were talking to an old friend and quickly understanding what exactly we were looking for in a trip. Her recommended activities included options which hadn’t even crossed my mind and ended up being some of the best parts of our honeymoon. The peace of mind I had knowing Jill was only a call away cannot be over emphasized.
On a whim I called Jill recently asking for travel advice to a country not listed on her website. Immediately she had some suggestions and sent some recommendations in a follow-up email.
When doing any travel, Jill will always be my first call.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Thanks Tim! I hope you have a wonderful time in Aruba. I am really glad you called. I might have my specialties, but I can always find superior contacts anywhere in the world with the resources I have at my disposal. And you know me... I will get the best possible experience within your budget so feel free to reach out any time. I will be happy to help again! Please tell Caroline hello and I look forward to working with you two in the future!
Thanks Tim! I hope you have a wonderful time in Aruba. I am really glad you called. I might have my specialties, but I can always find superior contacts anywhere in the world with the resources I have at my disposal. And you know me... I will get the best possible experience within your budget so feel free to reach out any time. I will be happy to help again! Please tell Caroline hello and I look forward to working with you two in the future!
6 of 13 people found this review helpful
An overwhelming experience
Reviewed By Candace - Tamarac | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill was attentive, prompt, and flexible. She also provided a lot of excellent advice about places to go, things, to see, and so forth. She worked well within my budget and went out of her way to figure out our needs.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Candace, you are the best! It is so much fun working with you. It is simply wonderful to have you in my life. To many more years of fun!
Candace, you are the best! It is so much fun working with you. It is simply wonderful to have you in my life. To many more years of fun!
10 of 21 people found this review helpful
Unforgettable Honeymoon
Reviewed By The Seguras - Chicago, IL | Traveled to Guanacaste ~ Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill was very helpful from the very beginning with helping us plan our honeymoon. We knew which activities we wanted to participate in and Jill found the perfect area of Guanacaste.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Hey Jill!!! Thank you so much for the review. I hope you are fantastic and please let me know if there is anything I can do for you! I am here with bells on if you need me! :)
Hey Jill!!! Thank you so much for the review. I hope you are fantastic and please let me know if there is anything I can do for you! I am here with bells on if you need me! :)
8 of 17 people found this review helpful
One of our best adventure vacations!
Reviewed By Mac - Sheridan, WY | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
We had a wonderful vacation experience in Costa Rica. Jill provided excellent advice on locations, accommodations and activities. We were very pleased!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Thanks Mark! I hope you and Annie are doing great! You really did had extraordinary locations for Costa Rica. I love sending folks to the Osa. Such a unique experience. Thanks again, and please tell Annie I said hello! Stay warm this Winter ;)
Thanks Mark! I hope you and Annie are doing great! You really did had extraordinary locations for Costa Rica. I love sending folks to the Osa. Such a unique experience. Thanks again, and please tell Annie I said hello! Stay warm this Winter ;)
6 of 14 people found this review helpful
The best graduation trip ever!
Reviewed By Michelle - Redlands | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
The first day I was researching a trip to Costa Rica for me and my 32 family members, Jill popped up on my page and offered help. She was so friendly and it made me want to discuss the possibility of planning our vacation with her. After a phone call with Jill, I knew she was the one I wanted to help us with our trip. It was a little over a year in planning this trip, and Jill was right there every step of the way. She made it so easy with payments, excursion ideas, and planned reservations for all 32 of us each night at the resort. This was just truly remarkable! Jill is extremely dependable. Every month she would send out reminders for up coming deposits, spoke to many family members about the questions they had, and was just so patient and kind! I will definitely plan my next family vacation with Jill! She was truly amazing!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Thank you Michelle! It was an absolute pleasure working with you. My patience and kindness stems from years of experience and therefore a LOT of empathy for the lead person for any group. I understand the difficulties that can arise and do my utmost to lessen the burden. You did an amazing job communicating among your family. I am so thrilled everyone had a wonderful time. I feel through all this we have become friends and I cherish that. I am truly grateful to have met you.
Thank you Michelle! It was an absolute pleasure working with you. My patience and kindness stems from years of experience and therefore a LOT of empathy for the lead person for any group. I understand the difficulties that can arise and do my utmost to lessen the burden. You did an amazing job communicating among your family. I am so thrilled everyone had a wonderful time. I feel through all this we have become friends and I cherish that. I am truly grateful to have met you.
9 of 20 people found this review helpful
Best trip ever!
Reviewed By Natalie Z. - Glenside, PA | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill was wonderful to work with! She was very responsive and knowledgeable throughout the planning process and ultimately put together the most AMAZING itinerary for our trip to Costa Rica. We did it all - hiking rainforests and volcanoes, getting up close with wildlife at a sanctuary, offshore fishing, day trip to Isla Tortuga, zip-lining, hanging bridges-and everything was planned perfectly. We are so thankful to Jill for giving us the trip of a lifetime!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
10 of 23 people found this review helpful
50th Anniversary with entire family in Paradise.
Reviewed By Liz - Nineveh, IN | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill has been so helpful and knowledgeable in helping me plan the trip of a lifetime. She attended to every detail.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Thank you Betsy! You are so sweet to say such a lovely thing about me and my services. I truly appreciate it! All my best, xoxo
Thank you Betsy! You are so sweet to say such a lovely thing about me and my services. I truly appreciate it! All my best, xoxo
14 of 31 people found this review helpful
Costa Rican Family Trip of a Lifetime
Reviewed By Buckeye9 - Columbus, Oh | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill helped my wife and I plan a customized trip to Costs Rica with our daughters. We did everything we wanted to do and more. She is a great communicator, an interested listener and her follow up was excellent.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Thanks John! You are truly a pleasure and I appreciate you taking the time to write such a lovely review. I look forward to hearing from you in the future!
Thanks John! You are truly a pleasure and I appreciate you taking the time to write such a lovely review. I look forward to hearing from you in the future!
10 of 24 people found this review helpful
Tropical getaway
Reviewed By Charlotte & Clyde - Laguna Niguel | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Jill was very attentive in accommodating our travel needs and desires. She was readily available to answer questions, and a pleasure to speak with on the phone or email. We never felt pressured to spend more than our budget allowed. She also never rushed our conversations. We had a seamless and stress-free vacation directly because of her....thank you, Jill!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Bullock responded:
Charlotte, you are a gem! Thank you so much for writing a review. That is so kind. If I can ever return the favor, I am here for you!!!
Charlotte, you are a gem! Thank you so much for writing a review. That is so kind. If I can ever return the favor, I am here for you!!!
14 of 36 people found this review helpful