Lisa Bodenhausen
Kansas City, Kansas Travel Agent
HatsOff Travel & Concierge, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
Email MeProfessional Full Service Travel & Concierge
I would like to introduce you to YOUR LIFE JOURNEYS SPECIALIST. Having built successful businesses over the past 3 decades while also being a wife and mom to 4 very busy children, I know that success lies in the details, creative solutions and "special touches". That mindset & attitude are crucial to creating wonderful lifetime memories. As a travel agent who is also a certified concierge I'm experienced in creating "WOW! on a budget" as well as, the finer, white glove journeys and events.
I develop long term relationships with my clients because I delight in the details of their journeys. From "SURPRISE!!!" Proposal travel, Destination weddings & Honeymoons, to traveling with small children and multi-generational families, these trips must be planned as cherished and priceless, treasured days. Milestone travel is especially fun to create for my clients as they celebrate an accomplishment and venture into a new chapter. Vow renewals for the couple and their family or in group settings are one of my most favorite trips to design for my clients! The "I WOULD DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN" vacations are not only a celebration, but a legacy of love to be shared and treasured.
Sadly, a few years ago, our oldest son, Drew, passed away and we became very aware of the shattering effects that has on every aspect of your life. I have a very heartfelt focus to help couples and their families get away together. Whether the trip is to be a memorial journey or just to relax, time away can be very healing and needed after such a unfathomable loss. To be a part of this journey is not only humbling, it's an honor.
Lastly, I love to give back...so our "Make a Difference. Make a Memory" program brings a whole different twist to fund raising! Now... what can be better than that?!?!?
I wear ALL the Hats so you don't have to!
Making Memories with People you love!
My Areas of Expertise
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Certified Tourism Ambassador
Nexion Advisory Board member
AMA Waterways Specialist
Club Med Specialist
First Sandals vacation
Reviewed By J Baker - Shawnee, ks | Traveled to Great Exuma ~ Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Lisa did a superb job recommending a resort for our anniversary. She is responsive, detail oriented and knows what questions to ask.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
Thank you, Julie! It's always my pleasure to assist in your travel needs and "wishes". I'm glad the trip was a perfect getaway for you! (Even if it did rain out your dinner on the beach).
Thank you, Julie! It's always my pleasure to assist in your travel needs and "wishes". I'm glad the trip was a perfect getaway for you! (Even if it did rain out your dinner on the beach).
31 of 46 people found this review helpful
Riu Guanacaste— highly recommended!
Reviewed By Katie - Colorado Springs, Colorado | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Lisa was there for us every step of the way. When we first started looking into a vacation, she gave us many different options. She made sure the options we were given fit all of what we were wanting and within our price range. Once finally settling on a trip, she continued to be there every step of the way! We had to do very little work to have a trip of a life time! All inclusive wasn’t anything we had ever thought of before, but Lisa suggested it and we LOVED IT!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
Thank you, Kaitlyn... It was my pleasure to work with you planning and putting together your summer adventure. I look forward to helping with your next vacation. The pictures are amazing! Have a great day!
Thank you, Kaitlyn... It was my pleasure to work with you planning and putting together your summer adventure. I look forward to helping with your next vacation. The pictures are amazing! Have a great day!
23 of 37 people found this review helpful
Girls trip!
Reviewed By Allison - Independence MO | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
Lisa has gone above and beyond to meet our needs. I’m going with a group of five other ladies and it was an impossible task for her to accommodate to our wants and needs. However, she hit the ground running and exceeded our expectations.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
Thanks so much, Allison! It was a FUN process and it's been great to get to know each of you! Look forward to planning more trips in the future! ~~Lisa
Thanks so much, Allison! It was a FUN process and it's been great to get to know each of you! Look forward to planning more trips in the future! ~~Lisa
19 of 30 people found this review helpful
Perfect family trip and perfect couples trip.
Reviewed By Greg - Kansas City, KS | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
I made a wish for a perfect family vacation followed by a wish for a perfect couples vacation. Lisa made them both come true in the same month!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
It's been my great pleasure helping with your travels "wants and wishes". I look forward to all the wonderful trips I can make come true in the future! I appreciate your business. ~~ Lisa
It's been my great pleasure helping with your travels "wants and wishes". I look forward to all the wonderful trips I can make come true in the future! I appreciate your business. ~~ Lisa
19 of 33 people found this review helpful
Every detail covered for our large group!
Reviewed By Susan - Saint Joseph, MO | Traveled to Caribbean
Lisa handled every detail of our Marriage Getaway! Quickly she worked with us finding different options for our large group to travel together for a marriage getaway. Lisa handled the airfare, transportation to the cruise ship and the cruise. From deposits to final payments, she reminded us of deadlines for information and payments. She researched and found the perfect location in one of the ports for our group to gather and arranged for us to use the venue. Lisa is so knowledgeable and easy to work with, she answered all of our questions. We could not have made this trip happen without her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
Susan, It was my pleasure to plan and assist with the Vow Renewal Cruise. Vow renewals are one of my favorite things to coordinate. Twenty five couples celebrating their marriage and saying "I DO---AGAIN!" was inspiring AND an honor to get to know each of them. And, Susan, you were absolutely amazing to work with. Looking forward to the next group! ~Lisa
Susan, It was my pleasure to plan and assist with the Vow Renewal Cruise. Vow renewals are one of my favorite things to coordinate. Twenty five couples celebrating their marriage and saying "I DO---AGAIN!" was inspiring AND an honor to get to know each of them. And, Susan, you were absolutely amazing to work with. Looking forward to the next group! ~Lisa
22 of 39 people found this review helpful
East Coast Road Trip
Reviewed By Anna - Overland Park, Kansas | Traveled to Charleston ~ South Carolina ~ USA
Lisa did an excellent job planning our road trip up the east coast! She listened to our ideas and planned a route that captured everything that we wanted. The hotels she booked were wonderful - in great locations, close to popular activities, and all for a great value! It was a wonderful trip, and we can't wait to go back!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
My pleasure!!! I enjoyed the planning process immensely and appreciated the pictures you sent "along the way." The more we put together, the more I threatened to come along with you and Kevin! Look forward to working with you again! Sincerely, Lisa
My pleasure!!! I enjoyed the planning process immensely and appreciated the pictures you sent "along the way." The more we put together, the more I threatened to come along with you and Kevin! Look forward to working with you again! Sincerely, Lisa
21 of 39 people found this review helpful
Awesome Cruise
Reviewed By K Reyes - Overland Park, KS | Traveled to Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Lisa is awesome to work with. She wears all the hats so you don't have to. She is always one step ahead. Thank you Lisa for making it a great memory. Will definitely use you again..
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
It's my pleasure, Karen! Looking forward to putting the next getaway together for you! ~ Lisa
It's my pleasure, Karen! Looking forward to putting the next getaway together for you! ~ Lisa
18 of 34 people found this review helpful
A favorite place
Reviewed By Connie - Kearney Mo | Traveled to Banff ~ Alberta ~ Canada
Lisa has always been super friendly and helpful finding us the best rates, places to stay, and things to do. She is such a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend her.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
Thank you, Connie, for your kind words! I love helping plan those celebration getaways! It was my pleasure putting together your family's graduation trip to Banff. (And THANK YOU for the beautiful cup... I'm using it right now!!! ) I look forward to the next adventure! Sincerely, Lisa
Thank you, Connie, for your kind words! I love helping plan those celebration getaways! It was my pleasure putting together your family's graduation trip to Banff. (And THANK YOU for the beautiful cup... I'm using it right now!!! ) I look forward to the next adventure! Sincerely, Lisa
20 of 38 people found this review helpful
Well Planned Special Trip
Reviewed By Jason - Overland Park, KS | Traveled to Michigan ~ USA
Lisa was very thorough. She listened to what I wanted and brought many ideas to me that I could pick from. I would absolutely recommend reaching out to Lisa to help plan your next trip big or small!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
It was my pleasure to help with your extra days after your family reunion. It was great fun researching the area to maximize your time away. So glad you enjoyed it! Look forward to putting together your next journey! ~Lisa
It was my pleasure to help with your extra days after your family reunion. It was great fun researching the area to maximize your time away. So glad you enjoyed it! Look forward to putting together your next journey! ~Lisa
12 of 23 people found this review helpful
Lisa was instrumental in planning and executing on
Reviewed By Greg - Kansas City, KS | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Easy to talk to to make your travel vision come true.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
15 of 29 people found this review helpful
Awesome trip
Reviewed By Sally - Leawood, KS | Traveled to Mexico
Lisa was very professional and always available. She gave us great information and was open and honest. The folder that she provided to us was so beneficial. She had printed off anything we might need to know about our trip. Every aspect that could be thought of Lisa took care of us. We would highly recommend her to anyone.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
Thank you so much! It's an honor to assist families in creating memories that include multiple generations! Always a pleasure working with you! ~Lisa
Thank you so much! It's an honor to assist families in creating memories that include multiple generations! Always a pleasure working with you! ~Lisa
15 of 29 people found this review helpful
Honeymoon
Reviewed By Gina and Seth - Colorado Springs | Traveled to St. Lucia ~ Caribbean
Lisa was absolutely amazing from the very beginning of planning our honeymoon to arriving home. I can honestly say, I was dreading planning our honeymoon. I wanted all of the bells and whistles on the trip but I didn't know how to go about getting things booked. I was also planning a large wedding and the honeymoon seemed to fall by the wayside. Lisa was able to take care of every aspect of our trip and took all of the stress away from us. She got things set up for us that we didn't even know we wanted! A week before our trip there was a mix up with the room we were supposed to be in, Lisa went above and beyond the call of duty and got us an upgraded room at no cost to us. We were able to experience the most St. Lucia had to offer, thanks to Lisa. Traveling was a breeze after a stressful year of wedding planning. I have already referred my brother to Lisa, who just got back from his honeymoon as well. My husband and I WILL be using Lisa again in our future travels.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
Thank you so much, Gina! It was my pleasure to put together your honeymoon and take care of all the details....even the crazy last minute changes from the resort! It was challenging, but the results were absolutely AMAZING! I look forward to planning your first anniversary trip and beyond! And I appreciate the referrals! Sincerely, Lisa
Thank you so much, Gina! It was my pleasure to put together your honeymoon and take care of all the details....even the crazy last minute changes from the resort! It was challenging, but the results were absolutely AMAZING! I look forward to planning your first anniversary trip and beyond! And I appreciate the referrals! Sincerely, Lisa
15 of 29 people found this review helpful
Stress free and fabulous!
Reviewed By Vanessa - DENVER, COLORADO | Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America
Lisa made our trip planning so incredibly easy. In addition we had some last second changes that she was able to help us get resolved for an entirely stress free vacation plan. I would highly recommend using her to book your vacation.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Lisa Bodenhausen responded:
It was a pleasure to put together your trip! I hope you are making a list for your next year's destination!!! Thanks again! ~~Lisa
It was a pleasure to put together your trip! I hope you are making a list for your next year's destination!!! Thanks again! ~~Lisa
22 of 44 people found this review helpful