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Trip Designer for the Discerning Traveler
Time to Travel! Now more so than ever, its critical to have a trusted advisor with global expertise to design unprecedented travel experiences.
In the last 12 months I have visited with partners in Mexico City, San Miguel, Turks and Caicos, St Barths, Rio and Iguassu Falls, Amsterdam, Paris, Madrid, Seville, Ibiza, Majorca, Belize, Southern Italy and back to Africa 2x ...whew! What's on your travel Wish List? Let's start a conversation.
Why you need to work with me!
- After a successful career with American Express Travel Services, I launched Far and Away Luxury Destinations in 2005 a boutique agency that designs curated travel experiences for clients that love to travel well. My affiliation with Global Travel Collection allows my team access to the very best partners and services around the globe. Providing an elevated travel experience each time you book with us!
- My specialties are Luxury Honeymoons, Safaris, Destination Weddings, Muli-Generational and Wellness travel. All itineraries are paired with the best private guides and drivers with luxury accommodations in 4-5 star resorts, camps and lodges, customized to meet my client's preferences.
- I have crafted itineraries to include volunteering at an elephant sanctuary in Thailand, wine immersion in Chile, touring Parmigiano-Reggiano production in Italy and sailing a private chartered yacht through the Greek Ionian islands. Just a few examples of memories my clients will keep for a lifetime!
- I have coordinated destination celebrations in St. Barths, Anguilla and Paris, planned multi-generational "trips of a lifetime" in Africa on Safari and India. Designed amazing Honeymoons in Thailand, South America, Tahiti and beyond.
- The biggest reason of all, I have first hand experience travelling pre and during the Covid Pandemic. Actually visiting countries and resorts, understanding the beauty and idiosyncrasies of each locations!
Where I invest my time to help you!
- Tahiti visiting various islands and luxury resorts
- Hawaii having also lived there, I returned for my 9th trip visiting Four Seasons on Lanai and toured several luxury resorts on the Big Island.
- Italy returned for my 10th visit touring Amalfi coastline, Sicily and Pantelleria meeting with partners and visiting new hotels
- Egypt visiting all the famous Pyramids, Temples and luxury resorts on the Red Sea
- Kenya touring several lodges and camps new to our portfolio including Giraffe Manor
- Dubai touring the modern city, coast line and charming old town with many family friendly activities
- South Africa, exploring Cape Town's vibrant city hotels and outlying wine region. Visit to various lodges around Krugar National Park.
- Zambia lodges and Heli thru Vic Falls experiences
- Greece multiple trips back scouting the newest resort openings and unique island experiences
- Chile and Argentina scouting out new luxury experiences and destination immersion with local partners.
- Thailand returned to Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai in search of the best Eli experiences, new hotels and philanthropic travel
- India visiting Agra, Jaipur, Udiapur, Delhi and experiencing all the Golden Triangle highlights while visiting new hotels
- France annual meeting with 100+ luxury partners from around the globe with additional time to explore and immerse into various regions
- Spain multiple trips scouting foodie experiences in Barcelona and island of Mallorca wellness resorts.
- SW Germany visiting the most romantic and family-friendly towns in The Black Forest, Baden Baden and Heidelberg with Michelin Star dining.
- Visited nearly all the Caribbean Islands and top Mexico destinations
- Skied the best mountains in the US and Canada
My certifications
- Wellness Travel Specialist focusing on complete body, mind, spirit holidays
- Tahiti Tiara Specialist curating the perfect French Polynesian escape
- Hawaii Specialist lived and traveled extensively throughout each island
- Luxury Specialist with decades of resort and destination expertise
Never thought I would call NJ home!
I have lived in NY, CT and Hawaii. Home is now in the lovely horse country of Far Hills with my daughters and husband of 24 years, our mini labradoodle and wire haired pointing griffon, lion head rabbit and 16 designer chickens.
Ready to make all your travel dreams a reality, let's start planning!
My Areas of Expertise
LANGUAGES
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English
SUPPLIER PARTNERS
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Circle of Excellence
Certified Tahiti Specialist - Tiara Program
Certified Luxury Specialist
Certified Select Wellness Travel Specialist
Classic Star Performer
Expertly handled our varied group
Reviewed By Rita - New York | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
I have worked with Linda on many trips. The most difficult, for her, was a group of 14 opinionated women in Italy for 2 weeks. First week was with a tour group to see the major cities. She picked one that was very good, but still within our non-extravagant price range. All were extremely happy with the tour she chose, and she also able intervened in some minor hiccups while we were there. At the end of this portion, she helped us get tickets to see the Pope give his Easter address in St. Peter's Square!! Still not sure how she managed it, but she definitely went above and beyond for this one. Second part of the trip was an independent visit to the Amalfi Coast, with us centered in Sorrento. The first suggestion was an amazing property on the water, but we eventually settled on a more reasonable hotel that was simply beautiful. Recommendations for site seeing, restaurants, and activities. Bravo to a job well done!!Also.. Ireland, Costa Rica, Spain
I've sent friends to her, also happ
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
59 of 99 people found this review helpful
Hawaii was a perfect choice !
Reviewed By TD - Long Valley, NJ | Traveled to Hawaii Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Linda planned a trip for us to Hawaii. From Day 1, she was professional, energetic, and provided constant updates. She was well versed in all the destinations I inquired about. Highly detailed, organized, easy to work with...and excellent in her role. Not a detail was missed and all her recommendations at our final destination were outstanding. The trip was planned with a full itinerary and every step of the trip from travel to excursions to recommendations went perfectly. I’d highly recommend using Linda for any trip as I will in the future.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
58 of 99 people found this review helpful
The Best of Everything
Reviewed By Teresa - Katonah, New York | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands ~ Caribbean
We began working with Linda after a friend's recommendation and we have been very pleased. Linda is excellent at being proactive about planning, she knows what you'll need to plan before you've even thought about it, especially with dining transportation and on site activities. She knows the best places to visit and takes into consideration your family's ages and interests, likes and dislikes. If you are a foodie, she knows the best restaurants and if you're an action junkie, she knows the attractions. We would highly recommend Linda for all of your travel needs.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
56 of 105 people found this review helpful
Best Honeymoon We Could Ask for!
Reviewed By Elyse - New York, NY | Traveled to Thailand ~ East and Southeast Asia
she's quick, smart and always available when you need her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
47 of 90 people found this review helpful
Goes Above & Beyond
Reviewed By TravelBug - NEW YORK | Traveled to Europe
We've been using Linda as our travel agent for about 4 years. I was hesitant at first, since she lives in a different state and in the past, I've always worked with travel agents in person.However, I quickly learned that she is far better than anyone else I've ever worked with. Why? Because she really "listens" to what it is you are looking for, and she does her homework and always comes up with creative ideas.
When we book with her, we know that she will choose interesting boutique hotels in great locations, all transfers will be private and go smoothly, and if there are any "extra" amenities or "deals" floating around, she will find them.
She has helped us with both small and large trips in Europe, Asia, and the Carribbean. Her service is always exceptional & reliable -- whether helping us with a small item or arranging an entire trip. Even though we've never met her personally, she has become a "friend", and we always feel well taken care of by her.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
53 of 102 people found this review helpful
Relaxing Beach vacation
Reviewed By Tom - Morristown | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands ~ Caribbean
Linda was prompt and responsive at every stage, from providing ideas and options on possible destinations, to planning the selected stay, and of course while battling the the troubles that Covid presented. In stressful times, Linda and her team kept their poise. All of her efforts were greatly appreciated!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
11 of 19 people found this review helpful
Simply the Best
Reviewed By Bryan - San Clemente, CA | Traveled to Mexico
Linda and her team are absolutely the best. Given the negative news regarding safety issues in Mexico, I knew that I needed a professional travel service to help my family and I plan our trip. They made EVERYTHING stress-free and effortless. Their knowledge and passion for helping me craft the perfect getaway was unparalleled. They were friendly, knowledgeable and always willing to answer any questions I had. I highly recommend this agency if you're looking to plan a stress-free vacation! I will now be using them for all future trips - I just wish I had know about them a long time ago :)
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Unforgettable Italy!
Reviewed By JM - Madison, NJ | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Hi Linda,Everything was so wonderful!! We had the best time. It’s safe to say my parents have fallen in love w Italy. My dad kept stopping to look at the real estate listings in Spello 😂😂. Both hotels were fantastic with really great locations and the accommodations were lovely.
Everything was great, but the tour of the Vatican was next level. I’m so glad you suggested that experience! It was truly a once in a lifetime event. My mom was in tears on and off through the entire thing. It was so special and made the entire trip. Being in there by ourselves was an experience I can’t even describe.
Thank you again for planning such an amazing trip! And thank you for searching so hard for my missing bag! I appreciate it so much!
-J
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Beautiful Trip to Greece
Reviewed By Rosalie - New Jersey | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Linda takes care of everything from beginning to end. All you need to do is give her your travel dates and some interests. She will fill in the rest! The hotel accommodations were beautiful and central to main attractions. Our transfer drivers were prompt and always waiting for us. The tours she picked for us were fantastic. The tours were either private or semi-private, so we were able to really engage with our guide and get full attention. Linda works very well under pressure. We booked our trip to Greece only three weeks before we left. She was able to get everything we wanted in that time frame. Linda uses an app that has all pertinent information on it, so you don't need to worry or have the hassle of bringing paperwork or writing things down. All in all, our trip went very smoothly. I highly recommend Linda. She will build you a fantastic itinerary.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Best family vacation we have ever taken!
Reviewed By Hcamma - Ledgewood, New Jersey | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Linda is a true gem in the travel industry. She was with us from start to finish and made sure no details were overlooked. She researched different properties for us and gave us a list to choose from that was tailored to our wants and needs. We will definitely use Linda as our travel agent for our future travels! 100% recommend her to anyone who is taking a trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The best trip of our lives thanks to Linda!
Reviewed By Kimberly - Chester, New Jersey | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Linda was the absolute best. She really listened to what we were looking for and went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 13 people found this review helpful
The World’s Best Luxury Travel Agent
Reviewed By Milla - Fort Salonga, NY | Traveled to French Polynesia ~ South Pacific
Working with Linda was an absolute joy. We are luxury and adventure travelers, and very busy professionals who have a hard time delegating important decisions. But Linda made it very easy for us to trust her with every detail of our Polynesia trip. A delay due to weather happened during our trip, and what was supposed to be a very stressful situation was handled smoothly and without any problems by her and her Tahiti counter-part (Greg). They were able to extend our stay at the Four Seasons Bora Bora, get us on new flights in Tahiti and back home still in first class by changing the route, and get the Brando to agree to honor our full number of nights stay without extra charge because of the schedule change. At home she also provided us with the exact link we needed to file our insurance claim, and all the documents they required from us. She is a maverick. A travel wizard. An absolute gem and rare find.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
What a perfect trip!
Reviewed By Elli - Singer Island, Florida | Traveled to England ~ Europe
Linda was an absolute delight to work with. Our proposed itinerary was somewhat unusual but she put together a program that not only met but exceeded our expectations. I would recommend her unconditionally.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
Another Spectacular Vacation!
Reviewed By JS - Waban, MA | Traveled to Mexico City ~ Mexico D.F. ~ Mexico
We wanted to share our gratitude and appreciation to Linda and her team for another spectacular vacation! Mexico City was the perfect taste of sightseeing, culture, food, and exploring and made us realize that our kids are ready to travel! The Four Seasons Tamarindo was heaven! The remote and pristine location, the views/architecture/facilities, the people, the weather, and the fresh and amazing food made it a truly unforgettable experience that we ALL loved! The mix of city/touring/culture and beach resort seem to be a good balance for us with the kids, we look forward to exploring other options that offer both these things with her again soon!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Once in a lifetime experience, I’m glad I did it!
Reviewed By SW - Montclair, NJ | Traveled to Tahiti ~ French Polynesia ~ South Pacific
It’s a perfect place for couples. Unreal beauty and serenity. I’d like to emphasize how flawless the travel was. To a T. And again, an incredible experience.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
The Best Family-Bonding Trip We Have Had!
Reviewed By Pop - Flanders, New Jersey | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Excellent in every way. She went OUT OF HER WAY to help us! Patient and helpful. Knowledgeable and encouraging.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
Relaxing time @ como parrot cay
Reviewed By Chelsea - Morristown, NJ | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands ~ Caribbean
Easy booking and always quick to respond. We had the best time there- so relaxing, staff was awesome and flexible, food was great, and overall perfect for what we were looking for. We also enjoyed the other guests as well- similar people to us who were easy to talk to. No complaints from us at all!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 16 people found this review helpful
Best expert in the business!!
Reviewed By Holly F - Philadelphia PA | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Excellent. Deep knowledge of the best travel locations, high sense of urgency, and thoughtful with every detail. We have used Linda's services for at least 10 trips and all have been amazing. Thanks Linda!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
37 of 78 people found this review helpful
Trip of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By Amy S. - Riverside, CT | Traveled to India ~ Central Asia
Linda is the most knowledgeable and skilled travel professional I have ever worked with. There is no corner of the earth that she cannot create an amazing travel experience in. She leaves no stone unturned when it comes to travel details. Our trip to India included 9 family members ranging from 84 years old to 3 years old and Linda created the most enjoyable and memorable vacation we have ever had. She's amazing!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
48 of 101 people found this review helpful
Family Vacations
Reviewed By LLS - Rye, New York | Traveled to multiple locations
Our family has booked trips with Linda Sergeant for the past 8 years all over the world. Whether a simple beach vacation or a tour through Asia, Linda is a pleasure to work with. She is responsive and detail oriented. She always has great ideas on hotels and locations that fit our needs. We have introduced Linda to friends and family members who have all enjoyed working with her. I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
34 of 75 people found this review helpful
Every year we say - Best Vacation Ever !!
Reviewed By ML - Greenwich | Traveled to USA
Linda is very knowledgeable - patient - and listens - our family excursions are very involved with many location changes- Linda never misses a detail !
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
41 of 92 people found this review helpful
The most attention to detail
Reviewed By Shana - West Hartford, CT | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Superior customer service!! We had travelled out of the country to an all inclusive resort. My husband left his sunglasses on the beach and we didn't realize it until we were back home. She contacted the resort for us and found them!! Shipped them right to us :). Just one example of going above and beyond!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
41 of 92 people found this review helpful
Stress-free Honeymoon
Reviewed By Rachel - New York, NY | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands ~ Caribbean
Linda was so reliable and easy to work with. We didn't have to worry about a single thing before or during travel despite the fact that we went on our honeymoon during covid. Will definitely be using her services again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
12 of 35 people found this review helpful
Makes our travel experiences a joy
Reviewed By Rachel - New York, NY | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Linda has taken the stress out of travel and made it a joyful, worry free experience. She is a true professional and is patient, kind and understanding with her clients. We would highly recommend her to anyone planning a trip, whether a weekend getaway or extensive, exploratory travel. She planned a wonderful sailing trip around Greece which we thoroughly enjoyed.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
35 of 81 people found this review helpful
best trips ever!
Reviewed By Reagan L - Chatham, NJ | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Linda is such a find! I have been thrilled with her work on 2 major trips. She has such good insight to share. Her knowledge of a wide variety of destinations is impressive She guided us in destination choice as well as found the perfect hotels and activites for our family. Our family is already dreaming about the next trip she will help plan!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
12 of 37 people found this review helpful
Best Travel Agent!
Reviewed By Liz - Pound Ridge, NY | Traveled to Utah ~ USA
Linda is the most honest and thorough travel agent I have ever worked with. She truly wants us to have the best experience possible and is always concerned about setting the right expectations. She works diligently to ensure that every detail of our trip is properly arranged so that it runs smoothly. We recently had to change our entire Christmas vacation due to mother nature and Linda worked for four days straight making it happen without losing a dime!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
34 of 98 people found this review helpful