Brian Fierro
Virginia Beach, Virginia Travel Agent
Coastwise Travel, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Vacation Navigation Expert
My career as a merchant mariner took me all over the world. I have been traveling across the oceans for many decades. You might say I am an expert navigator, and I have the expertise and desire to help you navigate a spectacular vacation experience. I love to help people, and I assist my clients throughout the trip planning process to cover all the details. When we work together, I partner with you to offer recommendations and support before and during your trip. I will take a trip and turn it into a special experience by alleviating stress for you, and guiding you to the small insider extras that enhance your trip. If you are looking for someone to help plan an itinerary, book your trip, advise and guide throughout the process, and offer support, I am your vacation navigator.
My Travel Specialties
My Areas of Expertise
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
AMA Waterways Specialist
Hawaii Destination Specialist
Hurtigruten Specialist
Antigua and Barbuda Specialist
Hawaii Destination Expert
Best decision we ever made!
Reviewed By Tristie - virginia Beach | Traveled to Netherlands ~ Europe
Brian did a fabulous job communicating regularly throughout the planning process. He helped ensure every detail of the trip was taken care of so that we had no stress. The relationships he has with the airlines and vendors made all the difference in creating a magical trip that was tailored for our family! I will always use him as our travel professional- best decision we ever made!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Thank you for those kinds words and am so happy you enjoyed your trip! Its great working with you!
Thank you for those kinds words and am so happy you enjoyed your trip! Its great working with you!
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Trip of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By Karen - Virginia Beach, VA | Traveled to Uganda ~ Africa
I cannot think of a more responsive company. Regardless of the time of day (or night) Brian Fierro was always available to help with every aspect of my travel. It made it very easy to enjoy this once in a lifetime opportunity to see chimpanzees and silver back gorillas in their natural habitats. I cannot thank them enough for creating an exceptional adventure.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Karen, thanks so much for the kind words. We loved helping you take this bucket list trip to Uganda and Rwanda to see the Mountain Gorillas! We absolutely take care of our clients while on the trip. We had a few changes while you were in country, but it was a pleasure working through those moments in real time and allowing you to keep enjoying your spectacular trip. Be well!
Karen, thanks so much for the kind words. We loved helping you take this bucket list trip to Uganda and Rwanda to see the Mountain Gorillas! We absolutely take care of our clients while on the trip. We had a few changes while you were in country, but it was a pleasure working through those moments in real time and allowing you to keep enjoying your spectacular trip. Be well!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Trip of a LIFETIME planned PERFECTLY by COASTWISE
Reviewed By Tristie - Virginia Beach, VA | Traveled to Hawaii ~ USA
Brian is incredible and his experience and attention to detail made our 12 day trip with excursions and transportation absolutely perfect. He listened carefully to our goals and interests and recommended activities our entire family could enjoy. When the airline canceled our return flight, he was proactive in getting our seats rebooked and his guidance and the unbelievable service he provided is why we’ll always use and recommend Brian and Pam for all our future trips. I used to plan everything, but after using Brian we have enjoyed our trips so much more because of the stress free planning. We highly recommend using Coastwise travel services!! A+++++
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Thank you for those kind words. You had an extraordinary experience being in Maui during the wildfires. I am so glad I was able to assist with the cancelled return flights and excursions over that three day period. We even got a bonus day that we used with a wonderful last minute excursion. Its what we can provide and we love doing it.
Thank you for those kind words. You had an extraordinary experience being in Maui during the wildfires. I am so glad I was able to assist with the cancelled return flights and excursions over that three day period. We even got a bonus day that we used with a wonderful last minute excursion. Its what we can provide and we love doing it.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The trip of a lifetime
Reviewed By Sarah - Portsmouth | Traveled to Hawaii Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Brian became like family after talking for an entire year prior to our Hawaii trip! He was thorough, listened to what was important to our family and made things so seemless that my husband even commented about how easy this trip was! We knew going in that we would never have a trip at this caliber again. We spent a fortune, but I would do it again because every detail was planned out. We had zero hiccups and truly every day for 12 days was perfect.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Sarah, thank you so much for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure in putting this family trip together! The cruise of the islands on NCL Pride of America and the pre and post stays on Oahu in Waikiki made the vacation even more spectacular! It was a pleasure in taking care of your family in planning, the trip itself, and seeing that you all got home. Be well
Sarah, thank you so much for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure in putting this family trip together! The cruise of the islands on NCL Pride of America and the pre and post stays on Oahu in Waikiki made the vacation even more spectacular! It was a pleasure in taking care of your family in planning, the trip itself, and seeing that you all got home. Be well
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best trip ever
Reviewed By Mike - Odenton MD | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
It was a pleasure working with Brian he meet every need we wanted and more.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Hey Mike, Thanks so much! Your 35th wedding Anniversary had to be perfect with a trip to Italy. It was a pleasure working with you and it was a super fun trip to put together. Thanks for trusting Coastwise Travel, we care and take care of our clients!
Hey Mike, Thanks so much! Your 35th wedding Anniversary had to be perfect with a trip to Italy. It was a pleasure working with you and it was a super fun trip to put together. Thanks for trusting Coastwise Travel, we care and take care of our clients!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
"Under The Tuscan Sun" experience
Reviewed By Jay - North Carolina | Traveled to Cortona ~ Italy ~ Europe
Working with Brian was a joy. I initially reached out about 1 month before deciding on a trip to Italy with my 88 year old mother. She wanted the Tuscany experience. Our expectations were not high as this was not a lot of time for booking airline, villa's, day trips, etc. Brian worked with us on a weekly (mostly daily) basis editing our itinerary until it was perfect for us. Our villa was beyond amazing from the location to the food and the exceptional staff. Our day trips were thoughtfully planned out due to my mother's limitations from COPD (Brian arranged private daily driving tours in which we were picked up at our villa as well as wheel chair assistance when needed ). These trips allowed us to see many different areas and experience as much as possible without feeling "over booked".I highly recommend Brian and Coastwise Travel!!! Thank you for the trip of a lifetime!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
I knew this was a super special trip for you and Mom, we had to make it happen! I am so glad with my partners that we were able to make it that kind of special trip. Thank you for trusting Coastwise Travel. You were a real pleasure to work with!
I knew this was a super special trip for you and Mom, we had to make it happen! I am so glad with my partners that we were able to make it that kind of special trip. Thank you for trusting Coastwise Travel. You were a real pleasure to work with!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Super relaxing vacation
Reviewed By Owl and Roo - Virginia Beach va | Traveled to Bermuda ~ Caribbean
Excellent communication and very helpful at finding a resort to meet our needs while staying in our budget
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Ruth, so glad you picked Bermuda and had an excellent, relaxing time! Its beautiful island and so much to do or not do. It offers so much. Thank you for trusting us to plan this special trip for you. Be well!
Ruth, so glad you picked Bermuda and had an excellent, relaxing time! Its beautiful island and so much to do or not do. It offers so much. Thank you for trusting us to plan this special trip for you. Be well!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
wonderful cruise and most memorable trip
Reviewed By Vince - Sarasota Florida | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
very good communicator, follows up well, strong attention to details, listens and responds accordingly
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love the DR!
Reviewed By Jennifer - Virginia Beach | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Brian was great; always pleasant, listened to our needs as a family and arranged for all the details of the trip we were looking for! When we unfortunately got stuck leaving due to airline issues, Brian was right there with us helping as much as he could! Highly recommend using Brian especially for International travel.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Jenn, It was great working with you and thank you so much for this review, it really means a lot to me. At Coastwise Travel, we try to deliver a superior experience and give our client the experience they want. All the best to you and the family and would enjoy planning your next family vacation or one for you and your husband. Be well, Brian
Jenn, It was great working with you and thank you so much for this review, it really means a lot to me. At Coastwise Travel, we try to deliver a superior experience and give our client the experience they want. All the best to you and the family and would enjoy planning your next family vacation or one for you and your husband. Be well, Brian
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Amazing Ireland Trip
Reviewed By Damian - Norfolk, VA | Traveled to Ireland ~ Europe
Our trip to Ireland was amazing. Brian's planning made the trip stress-free and thoroughly enjoyable.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Oh thanks so much! Ireland is a beautiful place and it was great working with you on this trip. I am so glad you had a wonderful time in the emerald isle!
Oh thanks so much! Ireland is a beautiful place and it was great working with you on this trip. I am so glad you had a wonderful time in the emerald isle!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Easiest Planned Trip Ever!
Reviewed By Bob - Virginia Beach, VA | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Brian Fierro did an outstanding job booking our family vacation. We told him we were looking for a tropical experience for the family (We have a 19, 16 and 9 year old). He provided us with 3 choices, each with incredible detail so we could effectively weigh the pros and cons of each. We settled on the Dominican Republic. Brian's communication before, during and after the trip was excellent! It was as if he was on the trip with us! He was aware of flight changes and was on top of it in real-time and ready to assist without us having to reach out to him first. We were blown away and not expecting that level of service. Coastwise Travel really takes the stress out of planning a trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Trip of a lifetime!
Reviewed By Todd - Richmond, VA | Traveled to Antarctica
When considering a trip to Antarctica I knew I wanted to rely on a professional with first hand experience, which is why I chose Brian- I was not disappointed. We discussed my objectives and parameters and Brian tailored an itinerary that satisfied my interests and budget. His planning expertise resulted in a door-to-door experience that was seamless. It allowed us to thoroughly enjoy our trip, especially the wonders that only Antarctica can provide, without worrying about the details. We're already planning our next adventure with Brian!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Brian Fierro responded:
Todd, You were great to work with and thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure to help in the planing of your trip to Antarctica. Its a unique part of the world and my personal knowledge and resources really helped in fulfilling it into a "Bucket List" trip. The gratis cabin upgrade really made the Expedition ship more enjoyable, I'm sure. We love to take care of all the details, so you can enjoy the experiences. Be well!
Todd, You were great to work with and thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure to help in the planing of your trip to Antarctica. Its a unique part of the world and my personal knowledge and resources really helped in fulfilling it into a "Bucket List" trip. The gratis cabin upgrade really made the Expedition ship more enjoyable, I'm sure. We love to take care of all the details, so you can enjoy the experiences. Be well!