Donna Bates
Moultonborough, New Hampshire Travel Agent
CruCon Cruise Outlet, a Internova Travel Group Network affiliate agency
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With more than 30 years in the travel industry, I live and work from a home base in Fort Myers, Florida. I specialize in booking cruises and Tours for clients of all ages and personalities. With deep ties to my New York Italian family, I extend that same sense of community and care to helping clients of all ages create memorable journeys.
Harboring a personal love for globe-trotting, it was an easy choice for me to become a travel agent
I have sailed numerous times, hold a Specialist designation and routinely complete Travel Agent Training courses to stay current on new offerings and destinations. I also carry multiple certifications within the travel industry, including being a Certified Travel Consultant with the American Society of Travel Advisor (ASTA).
I thrive on helping travelers navigate the course of booking a trip from initial idea to port excursions and problem-solving while en route. I go the extra mile to plan unique itineraries for adventurous clients, such as combining Alaska cruises with fishing trips or Mediterranean cruises with independent rail such as sojourns through Italy. I am there for you until you return home.
When not traveling myself or putting together the perfect itinerary for clients, I seek out sun and sand, volunteer within my community, and connect with family and friends.
My Areas of Expertise
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Certified Travel Consultant
Master Cruise Counselor
Tauck Tours Master Agent
Alaska Specialist
Disney Specialist
My Travel Stories
Wonderful Vacation
Reviewed By Daisy - Mebane, North Carolina | Traveled to CocoCay ~ Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Wonderful worry free experience. Donna was very informative and made our reservation one less thing to worry about. She was easy to contact when we had questions. Very nice and professional. She will be helping me with future reservations.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you so much for the kind words. I really try to make everyone's vacation care free. Look forward to working with you again
Thank you so much for the kind words. I really try to make everyone's vacation care free. Look forward to working with you again
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Our trips have generally been 7-10 day cruises
Reviewed By Marie from Transit - Palm Coast, Florida | Traveled to Caribbean
Over the past 8-10 years I have used All aboard Travel as my travel agent of choice. Donna and I have worked together over the years I fine her to be supportive, helpful, timely with responses and an excellent communicator when working with other memers of my retirement group.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you Marie and NYC Transit Retirees, I enjoy working with the group so much. I enjoy working with you so much Donna
Thank you Marie and NYC Transit Retirees, I enjoy working with the group so much. I enjoy working with you so much Donna
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Viking
Reviewed By Gatorhawk - Fort Myers, Fl | Traveled to Danube ~ On the River ~ At Sea
Donna is always kind and efficient. She shows that she really cares.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you so much for the kind words. You are wonderful to work with as well.
Thank you so much for the kind words. You are wonderful to work with as well.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great trip - we would do it all over again.
Reviewed By Ida - PORT CHARLOTTE FL | Traveled to Tortola Island ~ Virgin Islands ~ Caribbean
She is awesome!! Wonderful professional with a great personality. We love working with her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you so much. ! It is my pleasure to with you . So happy you had a great cruise Donna :)
Thank you so much. ! It is my pleasure to with you . So happy you had a great cruise Donna :)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
“Bucket list” journey far exceeded expectations
Reviewed By CVV in FL - Estero FL | Traveled to Panama Canal ~ Panama ~ Central America
Working with Donna is wonderful. She is extremely knowledgeable and covers all details to make your booking and travel stress-free..
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you for your kind words. I really do try my best to make your vacation the best it can be. Cant wait to plan your next vacation Donna
Thank you for your kind words. I really do try my best to make your vacation the best it can be. Cant wait to plan your next vacation Donna
Good vacation.
Reviewed By Hitman - Punta Gorda, Fl | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Answers all questions promptly. Very efficient.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you for the kind words. I really try to answer all questions in a timely manner
Thank you for the kind words. I really try to answer all questions in a timely manner
Cruise
Reviewed By Cow lady - Colorado | Traveled to Caribbean
Donna was great at answering any questions I had and always got back to me in a timely way. I would definitely use Donna as my agent again.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you Diane , It was a pleasure working with you as well. We will talk again Donna
Thank you Diane , It was a pleasure working with you as well. We will talk again Donna
A wonderful trip that I would repeat again
Reviewed By Wandering Seniors - North Fort Myers, FL | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Donna is very experienced, knowledgeable, and professional. She will find the best deals and itinerary you are looking for. She will keep in touch and work with you until you leave for your trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you , it is always wonderful working with you and planning your vacations
Thank you , it is always wonderful working with you and planning your vacations
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Trip of a Lifetime
Reviewed By Cruise Fan - Estero FL | Traveled to Provence ~ France ~ Europe
Donna balances a warm, friendly manner with a high level of professionalism. She is extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of travel. She recommended a European river cruise which has been the best trip I’ve ever taken. From initial inquiry to final booking I was fully apprised of all details from costs to important aspects of the venues. After booking the pre-departure requirements went smoothly due to her guidance. I have worked with Donna for years and have had wonderful trips that have yielded wonderful memories.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you so much. I always emjoy working with you as well. :)
Thank you so much. I always emjoy working with you as well. :)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
us national parks
Reviewed By desi - ft myers fl | Traveled to Europe
great job over 10 years of travel with donnas expert planning
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you . My clients are so special to me
Thank you . My clients are so special to me
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
they were all fantastic
Reviewed By desi - cape coral fl | Traveled to Australia ~ Australia & New Zealand
have worked with donna for years and iam very happy with her assistance
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you so so much. It is always fun working with you to
Thank you so so much. It is always fun working with you to
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Wonderful experiences on all our cruises.
Reviewed By Ann - Florida | Traveled to Western Caribbean
She was always there for us for anything we needed. She's the best.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you Ann and Brian for the kind words. You are a pleasure to work with always as well. Donna
Thank you Ann and Brian for the kind words. You are a pleasure to work with always as well. Donna
It actually was the best cruise ever.
Reviewed By Carol - Port Charlotte, Florida | Traveled to Caribbean
Donna was very easy to work with. If I had a question she was sure to get back to me.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you :) Donna
Thank you :) Donna
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
50th Anniversary Cruise
Reviewed By Carl - Fort Myers, Florida | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Donna is easy to work with and knows her stuff. A real pro!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you so much. I appreciate the nice comment, I really do try to do the best I can
Thank you so much. I appreciate the nice comment, I really do try to do the best I can
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best River Cruise ever
Reviewed By NA - Fort Myers, FL | Traveled to New Orleans ~ Louisiana ~ USA
Donna always returned calls and followed up on all our questions and concerns
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Donna Bates responded:
Thank you so much always want to be available to my clients, youa re very speical to me Donna
Thank you so much always want to be available to my clients, youa re very speical to me Donna
2 of 5 people found this review helpful