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Jill Hobbs

Arlington, Virginia Travel Agent
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Jill Hobbs

Jill Hobbs

Arlington, Virginia Travel Agent
Journeys by Jill, LLC, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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European, Caribbean, and Mexico Travel Specialist

Rolling hills of Tuscany
Rolling hills of Tuscany

Hello! My name is Jill Hobbs, and owner of Journeys by Jill, LLC. I first caught the travel bug shortly after completing Physician Assistant school, and have been traveling on my own now for almost 10 years. I truly couldn’t imagine a life without travel! While planning all of my trips, I didn’t realize how much I would truly enjoy the research and preparation that goes into making the perfect vacation, so now I help others customize their dream escapes as well. I love the challenge of creating flawless vacations while helping others see more and spend less. I specialize in both independent and group European travel, as well as Caribbean and beach getaways. There are so many vacation options out there, what experiences are you looking for? Let’s talk!

My Travel Stories

Lindenhof Hill, Zurich
Switzerland
Beautiful Venice
Italian Adventures
Sacre Coeur
France
Shore line views
Caribbean Escapes
Jeronimos Monastery
Portugal
Kilkenny Castle
The Luck of the Irish!

Costa Rican Adventures

An easy flight from the US, and yet you will feel like you are worlds away. Costa Rica has it all! From zip-lining through the forests, relaxing in the hot springs, taking surf lessons at your favorite beach, or just enjoying the wildlife in their natural habitats- there really is something ... Read more from my Costa Rican Adventures story.

Roaming the streets of Italy

A few summers ago, I had the "girls trip" of a lifetime exploring the cities of Italy with my mom and sister. We started in Venice and worked our way through Florence and Rome, and then down to Positano.

From the impressive ruins of the still standing Colosseum in Rome, to the breathtaking views ... Read more from my Roaming the streets of Italy story.

Hiking the Swiss Alps

Being a lover of hiking and the outdoors, I finally made it over to Switzerland with my mom in the summer of 2022 to enjoy the incredible views and explore the Swiss Alps in person, and boy, they did not disappoint!

Our FAVORITE hike was the Via Ferrata in Murren. While a bit challenging ... Read more from my Hiking the Swiss Alps story.

My Reviews

Rating: 5 5 Reviews

Luck of the Irish

Reviewed By Luis - Bethesda, Maryland | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
I wish I could give this review 10 stars, Jill is the absolute best! From the moment I reached out to her regarding a trip to Ireland, her knowledge and attention to detail were unmatched! A day after I contacted her with locations I wanted to visit within the country she had a whole itinerary planned out. Everything from accommodations, meals, and tours were taken care of. To say I was blown away would be an understatement!

Dublin, Galway City, Glendalough, and the beautiful Cliffs of Moher are just a few places we visited along with a lot of other destinations she recommended. The entire trip went so smoothly.

It’s very noticeable that Jill takes pride in her work and makes it a priority that you have the experience of a lifetime. I highly recommend planning your next adventure with Jill!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Trip of a Lifetime

Reviewed By Brittany D - Alexandria, VA | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Working with Jill was a wonderful experience! From start to finish, she was kind, responsive and very helpful. It felt as if we gained a knowledgeable friend to help guide us through our travel planning process, which eased some of the anxiety we felt while trying to balance trip planning and research along with our demanding day jobs. While we were on our trip, we had a time sensitive question and she responded right away- we were so thankful for her support. Upon returning from our trip, she immediately contacted us to ask how things went and seemed to genuinely care about our experience. The trip itself was amazing and went extremely smoothly, it is one that we will remember for a lifetime! I would absolutely contact Jill in the future for our next adventure!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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So clear and detail-oriented!

Reviewed By Taylor W - Raleigh, NC | Traveled to Caribbean
Jill was so great to work with! She took time to understand our hopes and wishes for our vacation and then gave us thorough options. She clearly knows the ins and outs of traveling and makes the process so easy for the rest of us! Highly recommend!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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The best 10 days of my life!

Reviewed By Nicole - Stephenson, VA | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Jill was so great to work with! Her attention to detail is unmatched. She takes a lot of time researching every city/town/state/country and is able to plan everything perfectly from the flight to the food you’re eating. Our trip wouldn’t have gone so smoothly if it weren’t for Jill! We will definitely be using her services again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Beautiful Switzerland

Reviewed By Kathleen - Winchester, VA | Traveled to Switzerland ~ Europe
Jill booked our trip and planned the itinerary for our vacation in Switzerland in June 2022. We flew into Zürich and got a taste of the city before heading out by train to six different cities. Jill secured our rail pass and planned all of the routes and connections. Traveling by train in a different country can be a little overwhelming, but our train travel was seamless! Highlights of our trip included doing a few hikes in the Swiss Alps in Murren. The via Ferrara was our favorite which I would describe as super challenging, and super fun! We toured a cheese factory and a chocolate factory during our stay in Gruyère and then headed off to our last destination, Lucerne, where we took a cable car to the top of Mount Pilatus. The view was unbelievable! Jill does a terrific job picking accommodations, restaurants and activities that match her clients’ preferences. Jill treats every trip she plans like her own. Her customer service is unmatched!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Jill Hobbs responded:
Thank you for the kind words, Kathleen!
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