Are We Glad We Booked Our CruiseTour with Karl
Reviewed By PK - Taylor, TX | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
I was talking with a coworker last week. We both went on a cruisetour in Alaska this summer. I booked through Karl. My coworker booked with one of those online travel sites. My coworker traveled on one of those big ships with waterslides. They spent a few hours in a couple of ports in the Inside Passage, arrived in Seward, got on a bus, spent a night in Anchorage, got back on the bus the next day and rode up to Fairbanks. They spent two nights in Fairbanks and then flew back home. Karl told me that my family could take one of those less expensive cruisetours so that we could say that we had visited Alaska. Or, we could let him arrange a tour for us. We got to meet with native Alaskans, learn about the Athabascan people including their traditions, dances, and totem poles; learn about the Gold Rush and rode the Great Pass train; saw glaciers, whales, eagles, moose, and bears; stayed two nights at Mt. McKinley and two nights at Denali; saw a Gold Dredge, and learned culture in Fairbanks.
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What a cruise!
Reviewed By Happy Traveler - Houston, Tx | Traveled to Buenos Aires ~ Argentina ~ South America
I have been working with Karl for several years now. He has researched options and provided the best value for the price on cruises I have taken. He is a dedicated travel agent, willing to consider multiple options to give his clients the best experience. Since he has experience traveling, he has many suggestions that helped me make my decisions. He has never let me down.
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An Anniversary Cruise to Remember
Reviewed By Ed - Sun City, TX | Traveled to Trans-Atlantic ~ Other
Anniversaries have always been important to me. Karl had already booked a fantastic cruise from LA to Sydney for my wedding anniversary. When he told me that HAL was celebrating its 150th anniversary with a special cruise on its new MS Rotterdam, I jumped at the chance. Karl did not disappoint. It was a fantastic cruise and Karl even arranged me to spend the night before the cruise on the previous version of the Rotterdam (version 6), which is now a hotel. I look forward to using Karl again for my next cruise.
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We saw Margerie Glacier, Denali, and wildlife
Reviewed By Lee - Houston TX | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Karl has been my go-to agent since he started his business at Enticing Excursions. He is knowledgeable, friendly, and up-to-date with his advice. He interviewed me to see what experience would be best and booked an Inside Passage cruise with visits to Glacier Bay and College Fjord as well as the Skagway train and other shore excursions. The best part was the enormous amount of wildlife on our land portion - and seeing Denali multiple times. Karl was excited to assist me with the booking and helpful in all circumstances - even when we had to rebook air and hotels due to an unexpected change in plans. Before the trip, he very strongly recommended that I should get trip insurance and I'm so glad he did. He was there for me all the way.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Southern Caribbean
Reviewed By Ed - Indian Harbour Beach, Florida | Traveled to South Andros ~ Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Excellent service and follow_up
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A Great Heritage and Cultural Experience
Reviewed By Prof. K - Houston, TX | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Karl knows that I am more of a destination-oriented cruiser. I have provided a list of a number of places that I hope to visit. Karl contacted me and told me that he had found a cruise that included Rhodes, Crete, Istanbul, and a couple of Greek Islands. These are places I wanted to visit for years now. Karl assured me that this cruise would give me a great experience into the local heritage and culture. He was right! I look forward to continuing to work with Karl in the future.
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From Fairbanks to Kenai Peninsula - what a trip!
Reviewed By Lee - Houston | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Karl had booked a cruise on the Grand Princess for me and then found that we could connect with a cruisetour that started in Fairbanks the day after disembarking the Grand. I said "YES" - Why go to the trouble of traveling to Alaska and not see any of the interior? He set me up with a great deal on the Majestic Princess. But, before we got to the Majestic, I was to do a tour of Alaska. Disembarking the Grand Princess, transferring to Anchorage through the Whittier Tunnel and Turn Again Arm was amazing but just a foretaste of what was to come. I boarded a flight to Fairbanks, for the land tour portion of my reservation. Oh, the sights and sounds. Karl had recommended that I book the Connoisseur Tour so I could see all of the Princess Lodges and experience more of Alaska than other tours. Excellent advice. Sadly, I didn't get to experience the Majestic as I was forced to quarantine in Anchorage (Covid-related), but Karl stood by to help me change all my plans and reservations.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Enjoyable Cruise Because of Karl's Recommendation
Reviewed By Edwin K - Sun City, Texas | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
I have a mobility issue and did not think that I could travel. How fortunate I was to learn that Karl has knowledge of and experience with mobility issues. I recently returned from a cruise on which Karl helped me rent a mobility scooter. Because of the scooter, my cruise was most enjoyable! Thanks Karl
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A Travel Agent Who Gives Us What WE want
Reviewed By HK - West Allis, WI | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Karl did everything well
He interviewed us to determine what we were looking for and what basic itinerary we wanted
He arranged everything we needed for our trip, all we had to do was pack and get to the airport
Karl even arranged a complimentary dinner for us on the ship
His recommendations for shore excursions were spot on
We are looking at booking our next cruise through Karl.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Enchanted vacation
Reviewed By Lee - Houston TX | Traveled to Caribbean
Karl was on top of things - searching for the best, most economical opportunity to sail on the beautiful, new Enchanted Princess. He planned the trip to coordinate with other activities on our agenda and kept in touch with us prior to the trip as well as following up afterwards to make sure we had a good time. Importantly, he kept us up to date on all the Covid requirements. I look forward to working with Karl because he is the best, most engaged agent I have ever had.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Karl Kuenzel responded:
It was a pleasure working with you. Looking forward to helping you with your future vacation plans.
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Visiting Where My Dad Fought in WWII
Reviewed By Walt W. - Sun City, TX | Traveled to Philippines ~ East and Southeast Asia
I have always wanted to visit the area where my Dad fought in WWII. I have been to Europe and seen where many of the battles took place on that continent. But, I had not yet seen the area where much of the fighting in the Pacific Theater took place. I asked Karl if he could arrange a tour for me to see this area. Karl listened to my thoughts and desires and set me up on a beautiful cruise of Southeast Asia. So I visited Manila, Luzon, and even got over toward Japan. As sort of a bonus, the cruise included visits to Viet Nam so I got to see where my uncles and cousins fought. It was interesting to see not only the terrain, but also experience the heat and humidity that they had to endure. The cruise was fantastic as well. I would highly recommend Karl to anyone who wants to take a cruise.
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Celebrity Edge visit to Mediterranean
Reviewed By Lee - Houston | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Karl has always been on the lookout for best fares and options combinations. On the Celebrity Edge, he found a cruise that visited places I have never seen and arranged not only the cruise, but also a rollator walker that would provide better access to shore excursions. He suggested shore excursions that would not be overly active and would fit my needs as well as providing an introduction to the destination. Karl understands that for me the destination is more important than the ship and works to provide me with exciting opportunities on the cruise lines I prefer. He is great, polite, up-to-date, and well-versed with places to go and things to do and provides timely information so I get the best prices as well as following up after the cruise. Thanks, Karl
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Holland America 150th Sailing to New York City
Reviewed By Lee - Houston | Traveled to Fort Lauderdale ~ Florida ~ USA
As soon as Holland America announced their 150th Anniversary cruise from Rotterdam to New York City (and on to Fort Lauderdale), Karl contacted me to see if I wanted to book. There were special events and activities along the way he was sure I would enjoy as well as port calls in Le Harve (France) and New York City. I had never been to Paris, so this was an opportunity to see it. He booked a tour for me that included a cruise on the Seine to view the landmarks of Paris - a good thing because it rained all day, so I got to eat lunch on the cruise and not get soaked. He also recommended a tour in New York City that was very worthwhile. Karl was very up to date on all the details and kept in touch with me before, during and after the cruise. Thank you, Karl
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I went "North to Alaska" - a new adventure for me
Reviewed By Lee - Houston | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Karl has been most patient with me as I worked to coordinate my future cruise credits with my future cruise yearnings. I wanted to see Alaska, yes, but was it possible this year? He booked the best price possible for me and made it a most enjoyable journey. Throughout the planning, he consulted me. He even offered me a lower price if I was willing to forgo all the perks that were included in the deal. By calculating the savings and benefits of the higher priced deal, I could clearly see the value in purchasing the same cruise but with perks and benefits. It was wonderful working with Karl. He can explain things very clearly and precisely. Our trip was great!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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The Cruise We Really Wanted
Reviewed By Jodie - Oconto Falls, WI | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
I found Karl to be very helpful in my travel planning. He listened as I explained what I wanted and where I wanted to cruise. He asked probing questions to make sure he understood exactly what I wanted. He booked my husband and me on a great Mediterranean cruise on Oceania. I am already talking with Karl about my next cruise.
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Beyond My Wildest Expectations
Reviewed By Matt - Davenport, IA | Traveled to Europe
I asked Karl what he would recommend for a week-long cruise for my family. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions. He suggested a cruise on the Celebrity Beyond, and recommended that I book a dinner for Le Petit Chef. The cruise was amazing. My entire family enjoyed the dinner. I have already been in touch with Karl about my next cruise.
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Sailing on the Rotterdam from Rotterdam
Reviewed By Dave - Ft. Wayne, IN | Traveled to Europe
Karl arranged a great cruise for me on the Rotterdam. He even arranged for me to have a pre-cruise stay onboard the previous Rotterdam, which is now a hotel. It was a great cruise!
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My Cruise on the Asccent
Reviewed By Alan - San Diego | Traveled to Caribbean
loved the new ASCENT - A most beautiful ship and great crew -
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