Nancy Kemper
San Diego, California Travel Agent
Pimbi Adventures, an independent agent with Pimbi Adventures, AZ, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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As a lifelong adventurer, lover of nature, history, culture and photography, I've found travel to be my passion. I’ve planned trips for over 25 years including trips to Alaska to photograph the Caribou migration, Katmai National Park's Brooks Falls, skated the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, hiked the Tour Mt. Blanc: glaciers galore in France, Italy and Switzerland, Cycled the Julian Alps (Italy, Slovenia, Austria) and New Zealand and their splendors, history and culture. I'm a fan of swim vacations in Australia, Aurora trips above the arctic circle, bird watching, scuba diving, relaxing in the Caribbean, culture in Israel, Mexico and India. Close to home the US has so much to see (fabulous US National Parks) and so does Canada. In addition to the physical adventures, I am passionate about the culture, history and cuisine travel has to offer. I would love the opportunity to help plan your trip whether it be a cruise or a custom itinerary, to make it the trip of a lifetime!
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Tromso, Norway
Our recent Aurora trip was to Tromso, Norway, where each night we went on an Aurora chase. One night was completely socked in with clouds and our chase went to Finland for a spectacular show!
During the days we did a variety of things including a boat trip around Tromso Island on the ... Read more from my Tromso, Norway story.
Fabulous!
Reviewed By Mary Ann - Laguna Beach, CA | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Looking for a cruise in the Mediterranean and ended up with a great package that included air and more. Fabulous working with Nancy. Will definately do it again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Perfect trip in our budget!
Reviewed By Roger - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Canada
We were looking for a trip that allowed us to see the scenery of the Alps but at the price we could afford. After a few European trip requests, Nancy suggested the Canadian Rockies. It was within our budget and allowed us the glaciers and views we requested. Thank you for your patience and planning a stunning trip!
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Great trip!
Reviewed By Barbara - Detroit, Michigan | Traveled to France ~ Europe
We wanted help with a trip to France. Nancy gave us loads of information and we ended up going to France and Switzerland. We did not want to drive so she set up train travel within countries. We visited some of the most beautiful mountains and glaciers and stayed in luxury accommodations. Our kind of trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Perfect cruise
Reviewed By Far more than just a cruise! - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Scandinavia ~ Europe
We asked Nancy to find a cruise for adults in Scandinavia. She gave us numerous options and called out the differences. This made it easy to choose. Nancy covered all the bases including flights and shore excursions. What a spectacular trip!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Best vacation: Finally a swim vacation!
Reviewed By 4 swimmer gals - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Caribbean
Nancy knew exactly what a swim vacation was and found one for us in the Caribbean with my requirements. She is my goto to see the Olympics in Paris!
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Norway is now our favorite vacation!
Reviewed By Mark - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Norway ~ Europe
Looking for extraordinary scenery, Nancy suggested Norway, Switzerland, France and the Canadian Rockies. After giving her our wish list and the things we wanted to do, Nancy gave pointed us to Norway. She was right: magnificent! The trip was setup well so that it took out the stress of travel. I'd go to her again!
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Exactly as planned!
Reviewed By Eve G - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Europe
Our small group wanted to go to Europe. We had a few places in mind and our friends had other places in Europe. We modified the itinerary a few times and Nancy was patient and made helpful suggestions. We ended up going to Austria and Italy and it was unanimously a great time. We will call Nancy at the end of the summer for our next trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Perfect Honeymoon
Reviewed By Janet C - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Caribbean
We wanted to go on an Alaskan cruise for our honeymoon but had no idea which company. Nancy asked questions and listened well. She told us the differences between different cruises. We went back and forth until we decided. We ended up taking a Disney cruise and LOVED it. We had no idea that adults went without kids but our love of shows and trivia games along with wanting access to drinks without being around excessive drinking and partying was met. Who knew!! Perfect honeymoon with everything covered!
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Great trip down under!
Reviewed By Erik and Melissa - San Francisco | Traveled to Australia ~ Australia & New Zealand
We wanted a honeymoon in Australia and had plan. Nancy came up with many options that included exploration of different cities with great options as well as time to just relax and enjoy our time together. We will book with her again!
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Great trip for our small group!
Reviewed By Emily - Detroit, Michigan | Traveled to Danube ~ On the River ~ At Sea
We were looking to travel as a small group with travel that included our own custom itinerary along with a river cruise. Nancy asked us questions to determine our best options for the cruise as well as the custom part of our trip. The trip was a bit complex but Nancy took the stress completely out of our planning, making for a wonderful adventure.
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Trip exceeded our high expectations!
Reviewed By Brenda - Rochester, NY | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
We wanted to go to Alaska and wanted recommendations. Nancy asked us many questions about what we enjoy and recommended ideas. The trip she gave us was fantastic. The trip exceeded our expectations. We Highly recommend Nancy!
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Dancing Aurora
Reviewed By Busy Mom - Seattle | Traveled to Tromso ~ Norway ~ Europe
We are SOOO please with the aurora adventure Nancy developed for us. It worked out great. She really listened to our needs and delivered over the top.One of the reasons we are so happy with our trip is that Nancy has done a lot of research into the best locations and months to see the aurora (optimal chances of success) balanced with other things like trip cost, activities to do when you're not out (at night) trying to see the aurora (things for kids, adults etc) as well as her personal experience hunting for the aurora in Norway. Before we selected Tromso Norway, Nancy suggested we might be interested in Alaska (stay in a personal igloo style cabin with a clear glass ceiling) or even taking an aurora cruise where the aurora can be seen at night while out of deck, just steps from your warm cabin.
Not only were we fortunate to see the aurora (weather cooperated - no clouds!) we really enjoyed site seeing and partaking in the local culture of Tromso Norway.
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Puffins, glaciers, waterfalls and icebergs!!!!
Reviewed By Birder - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Iceland ~ Europe
We never thought we would see so many puffins! Nancy exceeded our expectations by guiding us to two locations in Iceland to view (up close!) puffins. For each location she noted the best times to see the puffin parents coming in with their catch to feed their babies. What an awesome experience. Puffins everywhere; flying, landing, waddling to their nests (burrows in the ground). Nancy also provided photography tips and noted other amazing things to see while in Iceland. The landscape is so varied and interesting - and simply gorgeous.
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Nancy Kemper responded:
I'm so glad you enjoyed the puffins and were able to experience and photograph them!
I'm so glad you enjoyed the puffins and were able to experience and photograph them!
Fantastic Trip to Norway!!!!
Reviewed By Hiker - San Diego, CA | Traveled to Norway ~ Europe
Nancy made sure she understood our needs and did a fantastic job planning our trip to Norway. She found us great accommodations near transit so we could easily get around Oslo (our starting point) while we acclimated to the time change (and suggested things to see like the sculpture garden and the iconic opera house). Our main objective was to see as much of Norway's beautiful countryside as possible in 8 days and get out to hike a bit along the way. Our final stop was our favorite, the Lofoten Islands. Here she set us up in a fisherman's cabin (more like a small house with a complete kitchen) right on the shore. Just stunning and wonderful. We loved our trip to Norway!!!!
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Nancy Kemper responded:
I'm thrilled you enjoyed your trip to Norway! It is indeed a beautiful place! Nancy
I'm thrilled you enjoyed your trip to Norway! It is indeed a beautiful place! Nancy
Best week in Scotland
Reviewed By Pam - Denver, CO | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
Nancy provided a fabulous itinerary which let us see the Scottish highlands, taste scotch and visit castles in style!
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Nancy Kemper responded:
So glad you enjoyed your trip to Scotland!
So glad you enjoyed your trip to Scotland!