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Kristen Hurd

McCormick, South Carolina Travel Agent
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Kristen Hurd

Kristen Hurd

McCormick, South Carolina Travel Agent
Global Roads Travel LLC, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, FL, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
12 Reviews | 100% Recommended
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Individual and Group custom travel specialist

I have been fortunate to have been able to travel quite extensively throughout my life starting as a young boy. Living in Europe early on fueled a desire to always want to see more of this incredible world. As I became older, I found I wanted to not only"visit" a destination, but to be immersed in it. I found I was planning trips to include the places not really mentioned in the brochures. Experiencing the local vibe in a small intimate restaurant, discovering hidden markets, and visiting all but forgotten historical sites gave substance to the usual "must-see" tourist stops.

My travels have taken me to 20 countries, including living in Italy, Malta, and Germany, with an emphasis on the Mediterranean. A two week, self guided trip throughout Normandy, France truly sealed my need to immerse myself in the cultures of the places I visit.

I have researched countless places in order to learn about our incredible world's history. I have spent more countless hours planning trips for friends and family so we can experience something that is forever in our memories. The road to a life time of memories isn't always straight ahead. Sometimes you need to explore what is down a side road. I wanted to start encouraging people to travel and feel the excitement of discovering something amazing in their lives. After 25 years as a registered nurse, I have finally devoted myself to providing people a road to follow to their own memories. What Global Road can I help you find?

Marvels of the Mediterranean

Mdina, Malta-
Mdina, Malta- "The Silent City"

Though I love all travel, the Mediterranean will always be my calling. Having lived and travelled a great deal in Mediterranean countries, I am always caught off-guard by the complexity of it's cultures, timeless history, and immense beauty. For centuries, the Mediterranean has been shaped by a great diversity of cultures, conquests, and deep pride of history. The expanse of history can be seen in it's historical sites, tasted in the various traditional cuisines, and experienced in the vibe of customs passed down over generations. There are endless possibilities of places to discover, from the well known ruins of the Parthenon, to the lesser known grottoes of Malta. The excitement of new discoveries on a trip to the Mediterranean await!

CERTIFICATES & AWARDS

Certified ASTA Travel Agent
Commodore training level-Princess Cruise Lines
ASTA Verified Travel Advisor

My Reviews

Rating: 5 12 Reviews | 100% Recommended

Loved Ravello

Reviewed By Wendy L - Oakton VA | Traveled to Ravello ~ Italy ~ Europe
Kristen was a delight to work with. He was very prompt and thoughtful, and his recommendation on where to stay made the difference between a 'ho hum' vacation and a great one!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Thanks Wendy! I'm very glad that Ravello worked out for you. Thank you also for sharing your trip details which are always a great help to me.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Great Denver Escape

Reviewed By PamL - Gainesville, VA | Traveled to Denver ~ Colorado ~ USA
Kris is very responsive before, during and after the trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Hello Pam, Thank you for the kind words! I am very happy that your Denver trip went well. My apologies for the confusion on the restaurant reservations. I loved your picture from the top of Pike's Peak! Regards, Kris
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
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Amazing 15 year anniversary

Reviewed By Shane - Waterford, va | Traveled to Grenada ~ Caribbean
He was wonderful in preparing different options for resorts on many different islands. We ending up going to Grenada and had the best day, at a wonderful island, the best resort with great excursion.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Easiest Trip Ever

Reviewed By Jeff H. - Apollo Beach, FL | Traveled to Spain ~ Europe
We planned this trip with Kris and were thoroughly impressed with his knowledge and his attention to detail which ensured our trip was memorable. He provided excellent recommendations based on our wants and needs. We will definitely use Kris for our next adventure and highly recommend him.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
So happy you and your family enjoyed your trip to Spain! Very glad you were able to take in so much!
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40th Anniversary Trip

Reviewed By Jeannie - Gloucester Point | Traveled to Zanzibar ~ Tanzania ~ Africa
Customized itineraries? Attention to detail? Contact Kris Hurd, Travel Agent Extraordinaire! Life sped up & we had no time to deal w/a complicated trip to Africa. Kris got to know us first - not what I anticipated.
Needing a “before & after” an already pre-planned Safari, what we needed first was REST!
He chose a boutique hotel on Indian Ocean’s stunning beach. Divine. He prepared the staff for us; they helped us relax. Romance replaced exhaustion - this trip, a 40th Anniversary!
He provided reliable transport to Tanzania, simplified pickups to & from airport w/competent drivers & excellent vehicles. Hired knowledgeable guides who led us though tropical forests, Stone Town, & assigned us a Maasai Warrior as we stayed on the steppe below Kilimanjaro!
On Safari, we were cut off, but through channels Kris ran everything smoothly.
Professional yet funny, he CARES! He met our needs perfectly. I hope our endorsement is an incentive for others to have Kris plan thei
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Thank you so much for your very kind review! I am so pleased how well your African adventure went so well! I am still laughing at your stories from the Maasai lodge! Truly an experience to be talked about for years to come!
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Great Trip!

Reviewed By Tulip Trip - Villa Park, CA | Traveled to Holland ~ Netherlands ~ Europe
This last trip/cruise was my first experience with Kris
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Very happy you enjoyed your anniversary cruise to Holland! Your pictures of the tulip fields were amazing! It was a pleasure putting the trip together for you!
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30th Anniversary National Park Trip

Reviewed By barbanddoug - Fairfax, Va. | Traveled to Moab ~ Utah ~ USA
Was an absolutely pleasure working with Kris. Listened to what we wanted to see and do and the types of places we wanted to stay. Found us some outstanding resorts and hotels to stay in and designed an itinerary to fit exactly what we were looking for. Memories for a lifetime. Would highly recommend Kris to everyone looking for the trip of a lifetime!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Barb and Doug, Thank you so much for your kind words. I am so glad that you enjoyed your Anniversary trip. Your pictures were just awesome! I appreciate your insight on the places you stayed and the activities. It is an immense resource for me. Many thanks! Regards, Kris
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Awesome Mediterranean Cruise!!

Reviewed By Rebecca - Arlington, Virginia | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Kris was extremely helpful in guiding us towards the right Mediterranean cruise. Kris was always available to answer our questions, no matter how trivial. He was a great resources throughout the entire process.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Rebecca, Thank you very much! I am glad things went well, and I look forward to helping you with your next adventure!
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Traveling in a Covid World

Reviewed By Antony - Burbank, CA | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Kris was extremely helpful with every aspect of navigating travel in this "Covid World". I would have been overwhelmed without his help. I don't think we would have taken this vacation without his expertise and knowledge.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Antony, Thank you very much for your kind words. I'm very happy that you and Debra were able to navigate in and out of Greece without issue! Please let me know if I can help with any future travel plans. Regards, Kris
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Great family vacation!

Reviewed By Stefanie - Purcellville | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Kris was a big help scheduling our family vacation to Europe. He had great ideas and good excursion companies to make our trip complete. He was always available for a question or if we had any concerns. I highly recommend his service!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Magical honeymoon

Reviewed By cafeydora89 - Winchester, VA | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
It was wonderful having someone take over so I didn't have to stress about anything. It made our honeymoon truly amazing, and that is entirely thanks to Kris! We are so satisfied with his service, that we already booked another trip through him. Highly recommend.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
I am so happy your Honeymoon went so well. Thank you again for the wonderful photos you sent. Iceland is so beautiful! You certainly got to see all kinds of weather! Best, Kris
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Great trip

Reviewed By Carol - Round Hill Va | Traveled to Boston ~ Massachusetts ~ USA
Great communication. Responds quickly. Has great suggestions. Gets back to you quickly
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Kristen Hurd responded:
Thanks Carol!! Glad you had a fun trip!!
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
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