Dralene "Red" Hughes
Montverde, Florida Travel Agent
AddVenture Travel, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Adventure, Cruise, Safari, Theme Park Specialist
I love to travel & share my experiences. Travel is a highlight in my life & I look forward to experiencing new adventures. I welcome sharing my experiences & knowledge with YOU. By getting to know YOU - I can provide YOU with custom travel options, to experience destination's beauty, culture, cuisine & people. I have enjoyed African Safaris, Alaskan Glacier dog sledding, Hawaiian island volcano helicopter rides, St. Petersburg's Hermitage Museum private tour & many other unique travel experiences. Giving me insight into what cruises & travel suppliers fit YOUR travels best. I am a member, trained & certified with: American Society of Travel Advisors, Cruise Lines International Association, Accredited Cruise Counselor, Trusted Travel Advisor, Book with Confidence Agent, ocean & river cruise lines, custom individual & group travel, safaris, rail journeys, theme parks, other world destinations & travel organizations. Let's Explore : Experience : Enrich : ENJOY!
My Travel Specialties
My Areas of Expertise
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Adventures by Disney Certified
African Travel Specialist + other Africa suppliers
Certified : All Disney Destinations Courses
Trained Certified : Travel Institute CTA, CLIA-MCC
AmaWaterways & Viking Cruise Line Specialist
AmaWaterways River Cruise Line Specialist
DubaiExpert+, and other worldwide destinations
Certified : Virgin Voyages, MSC, American, more
Masters : Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Viking, more
Masters Certification : Royal Caribbean, Norwegian
Europe Express Travel Specialist
All Disney Destinations Certifications
Certified : AmaWaterways, Viking Cruises, more
Certified : AmaWaterways, Viking, MSC, Virgin
Virgin Voyages Gold Tier First Mate
Specialist : AmaWaterways, Virgin Voyages
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Master of Adventure
Certified : Universal Parks&Resorts, Sandals/Beach
Certified : Universal, Disney, Rocky Mountaineer
Expeditions : Atlas Ocean Voyages, Tauck, more
Hawaiian Islands & Alaskan Travel Specialist
Los Cabos Specialist, Aussie Specialist
Norwegian Cruise Line Masters Degree
Commodore-Platinum : Princess & Holland America
Certified : Africa, Dubai, Europe, Australia, more
My Travel Stories
Sand Sledding Olympics in Dubai (I ace'd it! LOL!)
Alpine Magic - Adventure by Disney trip
We loved our "Alpine Magic" Adventures by Disney trip to experience the Alps in Northern Italy to Switzerland. We have taken 7 Adventures by Disney trips and all have been amazing. This adventure was an adults-only trip (others have been family.)
Our group consisted of 20 guests & 2 tour guides.
Read more from my Alpine Magic - Adventure by Disney trip story.
Red was very responsive to my communications
Reviewed By Lori Maloney - Saas-Fee, Switzerland | Traveled to Switzerland ~ Europe
Being the Global Reservations & Business Development Manager for the Waldhotel Fletschhorn Saas-Fee, Switzerland hotel, it was wonderful to receive a prompt response from a travel advisor, not to book a trip ... but Red was very responsive to my communications. So I know she is a great agent for those looking to book a vacation.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you again Lori, it is my pleasure to have you as a travel supplier and I look forward to working with you. I will definitely keep your beautiful hotel in Switzerland, in mind for my guests to enjoy! Thank you again for being a valued connection. Best Wishes Always!
Thank you again Lori, it is my pleasure to have you as a travel supplier and I look forward to working with you. I will definitely keep your beautiful hotel in Switzerland, in mind for my guests to enjoy! Thank you again for being a valued connection. Best Wishes Always!
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Fabulous, Thanks for the cruise fare discount
Reviewed By brkane - Houston, Texas | Traveled to Mexico
Hi Red!I hope you are doing well!! I had a fabulous time on the Royal Caribbean cruise in June out of Long Beach.
We are currently looking at booking a Virgin Voyages cruise for my birthday.
Can you apply the same type of benefits as we received with Royal Caribbean, where if the price goes down - we get an adjustment on the cruise fare? Thanks and I hope you’re doing well!
Brian
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
So happy you had a fabulous cruise. I am always happy to find & apply any perks and/or discounts I can find to your booked travels. Always want to get you the best offers to enjoy! Thank you again for being a loyal and great traveler, looking forward to booking your next adventure - Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
So happy you had a fabulous cruise. I am always happy to find & apply any perks and/or discounts I can find to your booked travels. Always want to get you the best offers to enjoy! Thank you again for being a loyal and great traveler, looking forward to booking your next adventure - Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Multi
Reviewed By Adam & Karlin - San Diego, California | Traveled to Pacific Ocean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Thanks so much, Red! Woohoo!-Adam
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Red checked with the “Best Price Guarantee”with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line for our upcoming cruise … and applied an OnBoard CREDIT for our booking in the total amount to-date of $361.00 … Enjoy -Red
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Good Day Adam & Karlin I am always so glad to add an extra bonus/perks to your travel adventures, and will always keep an eye out for any additional services, information, offers, and/or perks I can add to your travel adventures. Wishing you all the Best Always & I look forward to hearing from you again. Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
Good Day Adam & Karlin I am always so glad to add an extra bonus/perks to your travel adventures, and will always keep an eye out for any additional services, information, offers, and/or perks I can add to your travel adventures. Wishing you all the Best Always & I look forward to hearing from you again. Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Party of Nine...Perfectly Planned
Reviewed By Cataline and Ensenada.... - Las Vegas, Nevada | Traveled to Ensenada ~ Baja California Norte ~ Mexico
my goodness. Red was awesome. She took care of all the arrangements for a party of nine.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you so much Ruth, Joyce, Brian, Chelsie, Adam, Karlin, Cori, Christopher, & Chavon (plus, so sad you could not go Dennis.) It was my pleasure to work with all of you and get to know all of you. You have an amazing family and wishing all of you all the Best Always, and all the Greatest Adventures in life. I look forward to hearing from you again soon. Take care and Enjoy Life! Wishing All of You, Amazing Adventures, Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
Thank you so much Ruth, Joyce, Brian, Chelsie, Adam, Karlin, Cori, Christopher, & Chavon (plus, so sad you could not go Dennis.) It was my pleasure to work with all of you and get to know all of you. You have an amazing family and wishing all of you all the Best Always, and all the Greatest Adventures in life. I look forward to hearing from you again soon. Take care and Enjoy Life! Wishing All of You, Amazing Adventures, Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Looking forward to next time.
Reviewed By Carole P - Montverde, Florida | Traveled to Panama Canal ~ Panama ~ Central America
We decided last minute to join friends on a Panama Canal cruise. Red was able to not only get us booked but found a balcony room for us . Questions were answered quickly and professionally. She is extremely easy to work with. Unfortunately because of the Covid-19 shutdown the cruise was cancelled. We have rebooked the same cruise through her and look forward to going.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you so much for your trust in my travel assistance, it is always a great pleasure working with you and providing you with travel that fits your desires and will make your adventures memorable. Thank you again and I look forward to hearing all about your Panama Canal cruise and creating more amazing adventures for you in the future! Enjoy and Wishing You Two all the Best Always! Enjoy Exploring the World!
Thank you so much for your trust in my travel assistance, it is always a great pleasure working with you and providing you with travel that fits your desires and will make your adventures memorable. Thank you again and I look forward to hearing all about your Panama Canal cruise and creating more amazing adventures for you in the future! Enjoy and Wishing You Two all the Best Always! Enjoy Exploring the World!
11 of 20 people found this review helpful
50th Anniversary Cruise
Reviewed By Trudy - Mt Pleasant, WI | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
We were so please with Red. She was able to get us the best deal that included everything from our wish list. She answered every question we had along the way finding the answer if she did not have it readily available. She did not disappoint.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
It was my honor and pleasure to create you 50th Anniversary Cruise to Alaska and it was so fun working with you two. Wish our Alaskan cruises were at the same time - it would have been great to celebrate your Anniversary at one of the ports. Thank you again for your support and I look forward to seeing you and working with you again soon! Best wishes and Amazing Adventures Always! Cheers!
It was my honor and pleasure to create you 50th Anniversary Cruise to Alaska and it was so fun working with you two. Wish our Alaskan cruises were at the same time - it would have been great to celebrate your Anniversary at one of the ports. Thank you again for your support and I look forward to seeing you and working with you again soon! Best wishes and Amazing Adventures Always! Cheers!
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Red crafted the perfect trip for me
Reviewed By Rhonda T. - Florence, Alabama | Traveled to Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Red was knowledgable about my travel destination & best cruise options, and was convenient and easy to work with.She provided added value in the planning process and applied any available perk & offers to our booking.
She crafted the perfect trip for me.
Loved the 5 night Virgin Voyages Cruise : the food (Pink Agave the favorite), shows (Duel Reality not to be missed), stateroom (Sea Terrace), shore excursions (helmet dive in Cozumel was amazing!) and vibe onboard. Only con was the "Splash of Romance" package - some items were not delivered and they are non-drinkers and could not use the "Shake for Champagne" portion.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you again for selecting me to create your Virgin Voyage cruise to Riviera Maya! It is a pleasure working with you and getting to know you. Your valuable feedback on your adventure was greatly appreciated and I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you! Always wishing you all the Best! Cheers to all of Life's Amazing Adventures.
Thank you again for selecting me to create your Virgin Voyage cruise to Riviera Maya! It is a pleasure working with you and getting to know you. Your valuable feedback on your adventure was greatly appreciated and I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you! Always wishing you all the Best! Cheers to all of Life's Amazing Adventures.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Trip of Lifetime
Reviewed By MarinaO - Gotha, FL | Traveled to France ~ Europe
Red is great to work with. She communicates EVERYTHING you will need and listens to what you want. She helped us get a trip of lifetime. HIGHLY recommend!!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
It was my pleasure making your dream "bucket list" trip ... become a reality! So fun to see all of your smiling faces, toasts and enjoyment along your travels in your online posts. Thank you for sharing those photos & moments ... and for the fun opportunity to work with you two on creating this adventure. So great to know you two and create wonderful travel experiences for you. Cheers to more wonderful times!
It was my pleasure making your dream "bucket list" trip ... become a reality! So fun to see all of your smiling faces, toasts and enjoyment along your travels in your online posts. Thank you for sharing those photos & moments ... and for the fun opportunity to work with you two on creating this adventure. So great to know you two and create wonderful travel experiences for you. Cheers to more wonderful times!
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great Celebration Journey on Rocky Mountaineer
Reviewed By Lynn & Ward Komorowski - Wisconsin | Traveled to Canyonlands National Park ~ Colorado ~ USA
Thank you Red! Our trip on the train was wonderful. The service was phenomenal and the scenery was unbelievable. My only complaint was when we stayed at the Hotel Denver in Glenwood Springs CO. It was awful. The pillows had lumpy bumps and the bed was horrible. Luckily we had a short stay there. Highly recommend this trip.
Thanks,
Lynn & Ward Komorowski
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
I am so glad to hear you two enjoyed your anniversary & your birthday (Lynn) celebrations, onboard the Rocky Mountaineer's "Red Rocks" Journey! I will let them know about the one complaint at the hotel. I am so glad I was able to find a great rail journey for you two to enjoy and that you loved it so much - you booked a second one with Rocky Mountaineer in the Canadian Rockies. Wishing you all the Best Always and Many Amazing Adventure in Life! Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
I am so glad to hear you two enjoyed your anniversary & your birthday (Lynn) celebrations, onboard the Rocky Mountaineer's "Red Rocks" Journey! I will let them know about the one complaint at the hotel. I am so glad I was able to find a great rail journey for you two to enjoy and that you loved it so much - you booked a second one with Rocky Mountaineer in the Canadian Rockies. Wishing you all the Best Always and Many Amazing Adventure in Life! Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
We will see.... we take it in October.
Reviewed By Ward - Muskego WI | Traveled to Moab ~ Utah ~ USA
Very thorough and transparent. But most importantly friendly, good listener and exceeded my expectations.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you so much for the kind words, it is my pleasure to assist you in creating a memorable and wonderful travel adventure. I look forward to hearing all about it and putting this Rocky Mountaineer Red Rock Journey on our "to experience list!" Enjoy your Anniversary & Birthday Celebration Adventure! Cheers! Wishing you Amazing Adventures, Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
Thank you so much for the kind words, it is my pleasure to assist you in creating a memorable and wonderful travel adventure. I look forward to hearing all about it and putting this Rocky Mountaineer Red Rock Journey on our "to experience list!" Enjoy your Anniversary & Birthday Celebration Adventure! Cheers! Wishing you Amazing Adventures, Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
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best vaca adventur designer ever. Best guides-Fun!
Reviewed By Mark - Orlando, FL | Traveled to Yellowstone National Park ~ Wyoming ~ USA
An amazing Yellowstone adventure! ...Thanks, Red!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
So glad you two loved exploring Yellowstone & the Grand Teton National Parks. Such beautiful destinations to experience, explore & learn so much about. Glad you loved your tour guide, he is awesome & knows so much about these areas. Happy you two have these great memories of this area, and hope you look forward to exploring more within our country and worldwide ... there are so many amazing places to see! Thank you again and it is my pleasure to assist you in creating your travel adventures!
So glad you two loved exploring Yellowstone & the Grand Teton National Parks. Such beautiful destinations to experience, explore & learn so much about. Glad you loved your tour guide, he is awesome & knows so much about these areas. Happy you two have these great memories of this area, and hope you look forward to exploring more within our country and worldwide ... there are so many amazing places to see! Thank you again and it is my pleasure to assist you in creating your travel adventures!
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Thanks for Booking our Trip!
Reviewed By Best Girls Trip Ever!!!! - Windermere, fl. | Traveled to Caribbean
Red was fabulous!! She gave us tons of options and guided as through our fun journey!!! I will totally reach out to her again for our next adventure!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you Nan & Lynn, it was my pleasure to make the most of your "girls cruise together!" So glad it was a great time together and I look forward to assisting you in creating more fun times together in your furture travels! Cheers!
Thank you Nan & Lynn, it was my pleasure to make the most of your "girls cruise together!" So glad it was a great time together and I look forward to assisting you in creating more fun times together in your furture travels! Cheers!
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Love travel & has expanded our world adventures
Reviewed By tdhughes - Montverde, Florida | Traveled to Worldwide
Always finding great travel destinations, unique experiences to enjoy and great options to add to our adventures. We have traveled to several places in Europe, Dubai, Africa (safari coming up), throughout the USA, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada and more. Plus letting us know what the best options are to experience these destinations : land tours, ocean or river tours, time of year, unique celebrations/events. Always being updated to make sure our travels are great
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you so much, it is my pleasure to create new destinations for you and expand your worldwide adventures. Love hearing about all our adventures around the world.
Thank you so much, it is my pleasure to create new destinations for you and expand your worldwide adventures. Love hearing about all our adventures around the world.
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great customer service
Reviewed By TDH - Orlando, Florida | Traveled to Baltic Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Red has made planning a trip an enjoyable experience. Her knowledge of destinations along with being certified with a diverse number of cruise lines made out trips wonderful experiences. As we cruise a lot, having Red plan out trips has made our decisions easy as everything is taken care of. I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you! It is always my pleasure to work with you and create amazing adventures for you. I am so glad to hear your travel adventures have all been memorable and that my services have been of value to assist you in checking off all your "Bucket List" travel needs! I look forward to working with you again soon and creating more great adventures. Cheers!
Thank you! It is always my pleasure to work with you and create amazing adventures for you. I am so glad to hear your travel adventures have all been memorable and that my services have been of value to assist you in checking off all your "Bucket List" travel needs! I look forward to working with you again soon and creating more great adventures. Cheers!
14 of 27 people found this review helpful
North Lake Tahoe - Anniversary Adventure
Reviewed By Leslie I. - Blackwood, New Jersey | Traveled to California ~ USA
Hello! Thank you so much for rebooking us and even getting us a refund. We can't wait and I'm sure it will be beautiful. Thank you for the suggested recommendations for accommodations at Resort at Squaw Creek- a scenic laid back resort/area to enjoy, that fits our requests for dining out, with a nice bar with music, local shopping places, love any area fall activities. Perfect suggestion for our get away.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Disney Cruise : Couples Cruise
Reviewed By Brian K. - Houston, Texas | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
We had such a blast on the trip! It was wonderful. Disney just excels at everything they do!We really enjoyed sailing out of Galveston - super convenient from where we live .
On board, our cabin was fabulous. The Disney Magic (Disney's oldest ship), Disney has kept it so clean & new looking. We dined at Palo 4 days on the ship, we loved it so much! Dinner once, brunch twice, & a wine pairing another night. Really delicious food! We enjoyed the privacy of Palo to enjoy our time together.
The shows were outstanding! They did such a great job with onboard entertainment; everything we've come to expect from Disney and more! The adult only areas were very nice and quiet, with fun activities for us. Also, the adult pool was quiet and nice as well (and heated!). We enjoyed a massage and laid by the pool.
We'll likely look to sail again soon, so we'll be connecting with you soon on that.
Thanks so much for all your help getting this arranged, we had
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Spring Break - Disney World & Disney Cruise
Reviewed By Charlotte C. - Elgin | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Thank you for your assistance with Spring break. We look forward to working with you on this trip!Thanks for the travlel updateson both Disney World & the Disney Cruise Line! We will pack accordingly!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Spring Break - Disney World & Disney Cruise
Reviewed By Coralie C. - Elgin, Illinois | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Thank you so much Red! The Disney cruise was so amazing! We very much enjoyed every part of if. We liked it so much that we are considering doing one of their Europeans routes summer next year. We will definitely talk to you about it this later on.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Spring Break - Disney World & Disney Cruise
Reviewed By Doug C. - Elgin, Illinois | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Wonderful, thank you for all your help as always!Many thanks and I appreciate all your expertise, advise, and support!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Spring Break - Mediterranean Cruise & Rome
Reviewed By April H - Orlando, Florida | Traveled to Mediterranean ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Thank you so much!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Great Danube River Cruise Experience!
Reviewed By Colette P. - Groveland, Florida | Traveled to Europe
I had a wonderful time. Thank you so much for all your recommedations. I had a great time and would definitely cruies with AmaWaterways again - loved the Ama Magna & the Danube cruise. The dining staff was very accommodating regarding my restrictive diet & made special gluten free desserts just for me. It was awesome. The cruise director Heloise was incredible, very professional & very helpful.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Love your ideas & suggestions
Reviewed By Coralie C. - Elgin, Illinois | Traveled to Paris ~ France ~ Europe
I like the idea of having the last day open to explore on our own. So let’s keep it that way. Thank you so much again! I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
It has truly been my pleasure working with you & your family, in creating your family adventure to Paris- for you to enjoy & relax. I look forward to hearing about all of your adventures and your dining experience at Madame Brasserie restaurant on top of the Eiffel Tower. Thank you for being such amazing guests to work with - Best Wishes Always!
It has truly been my pleasure working with you & your family, in creating your family adventure to Paris- for you to enjoy & relax. I look forward to hearing about all of your adventures and your dining experience at Madame Brasserie restaurant on top of the Eiffel Tower. Thank you for being such amazing guests to work with - Best Wishes Always!
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Lucky to have you as our Travel Advisor
Reviewed By Douglas C. - Elgin, Illinois | Traveled to Paris ~ France ~ Europe
I have to say you are an amazing guide and we are so lucky to have the chance to connect with you!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you so very much, it means a lot to hear this from you. It is my pleasure working with you & your family! You are all such amazing guests to work with and I always look forward to creating great adventures for you and your family. Wishing you all the Best in Life & many Amazing Adventures to Enjoy!
Thank you so very much, it means a lot to hear this from you. It is my pleasure working with you & your family! You are all such amazing guests to work with and I always look forward to creating great adventures for you and your family. Wishing you all the Best in Life & many Amazing Adventures to Enjoy!
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Beyond Excited about our Virgin Voyages cruise
Reviewed By Tonia G. - New Castle, Indiana | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Red we are beyond excited about this cruise and do very thankful for all of your hard work! Tonia
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Amazing time on our Virgin Voyages cruise
Reviewed By Robyn B. - Bedford, Ohio | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Good Morning Red, We truly had an amazing time on the cruise. I am referring you to others. Thanks!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
I am so glad to hear that you all had a great time on your Virgin Voyages "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise. I am so glad it all came together, and you got to enjoy this cruise with everyone and have an amazing time! Best Wishes Always! Cheers & I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you. Thank you again for all your kind words & referrals!
I am so glad to hear that you all had a great time on your Virgin Voyages "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise. I am so glad it all came together, and you got to enjoy this cruise with everyone and have an amazing time! Best Wishes Always! Cheers & I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you. Thank you again for all your kind words & referrals!
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Best!
Reviewed By Marcus H. - Hagerstown, Maryland | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Red Hughes thanks for turning us on to Virgin Voyages, Red…the best yet!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
I am so glad you loved Virgin Voyages & had an amazing time on this "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise! Wishing you & Tonya all the Best Always! Cheers & I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you.
I am so glad you loved Virgin Voyages & had an amazing time on this "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise! Wishing you & Tonya all the Best Always! Cheers & I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you.
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Great Group Cruise
Reviewed By Cisley W. - Amarillo, Texas | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
I want to thank you for all your hard work for our Virgin Voyages "Grown and Sexy!" Circle Group Cruise. The ship was amazing, rooms were nice and clean, love the hammocks on the balcony, the food top notch and the entertainment was great. All good things to say about the cruise. The only thing that was disappointing was the size of the bathroom which was extremely small.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
I am so glad to hear that you all had an amazing time on your Virgin Voyages "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise! It was my pleasure to work with all of you to keep this cruise sailing! Thank you again for all of your kind thoughts & Best Wishes Always! Cheers & I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you.
I am so glad to hear that you all had an amazing time on your Virgin Voyages "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise! It was my pleasure to work with all of you to keep this cruise sailing! Thank you again for all of your kind thoughts & Best Wishes Always! Cheers & I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you.
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Truly professional, great advocacy & hard work
Reviewed By Doug C. - Elgin, Illinois | Traveled to Paris ~ France ~ Europe
Our experience with you addressing our unfortunate accommodation issue - has been amazing and we are very appreciative for all of your advocacy! You have been truly professional, and we appreciate all your hard work!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
It's truly been my pleasure assisting your family, on your Paris adventure. I was so sad about your issues with your Paris accommodation - but glad to assist you in getting into a better place to stay. No one should have to experience these issues while enjoying such amazing destinations. I wanted to make sure you were well taken care of & your issues were resolved in a timely manner. I am always here for you - before, during & after your travels. Looking on to better adventures! Best Wishes!
It's truly been my pleasure assisting your family, on your Paris adventure. I was so sad about your issues with your Paris accommodation - but glad to assist you in getting into a better place to stay. No one should have to experience these issues while enjoying such amazing destinations. I wanted to make sure you were well taken care of & your issues were resolved in a timely manner. I am always here for you - before, during & after your travels. Looking on to better adventures! Best Wishes!
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had to cancel their Italy Trip
Reviewed By Jen & Mike West - Fort Worth, Texas | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Thanks so much for doing that!!! We appreciate it. And the time you spent assisting us. Have a great summer!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Good Day! So sorry you all had to cancel this Italian Adventure and hopefully you can rebook it again. Please keep me posted on any new travel adventures you would love to experience & enjoy - love meeting you and I look forward to hearing from you again soon (and creating more travel adventures.) Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
Good Day! So sorry you all had to cancel this Italian Adventure and hopefully you can rebook it again. Please keep me posted on any new travel adventures you would love to experience & enjoy - love meeting you and I look forward to hearing from you again soon (and creating more travel adventures.) Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Updated Virgin Voyages stateroom to RockStar Suite
Reviewed By Alex & Derek - Orlando, Florida | Traveled to Mediterranean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Awesome -- thanks for working your magic!Alex
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Ahoy der Sailors!
I worked some “magic” and got you a “Seriously Suite” port side, so you will see the coastline as you sail, with additional perks of being "RockStar Sailors." I am so glad I could get you two this amazing upgrade to enjoy for your adventure.
Wishing You All the Best - Cheers!
Red
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Ahoy Alex & Derek It is always my pleasure to create your amazing adventures and get all the best travel options for you. Love working with you and I look foward to creating more travel adventures for you. Cheers & All the Best Always! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
Ahoy Alex & Derek It is always my pleasure to create your amazing adventures and get all the best travel options for you. Love working with you and I look foward to creating more travel adventures for you. Cheers & All the Best Always! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Family Cruise : Nico's Birthday Celebration
Reviewed By Ximena - Orlando, Florida | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Red,You rock! Thank you so much for your help!
Ximena, Millo, Nico & Aria Aldea
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Red cancelled another cruise for us, that was not working out well for our family to board & enjoy - and booked us on this Royal Caribbean cruise in a suite, at a better price/perks - to celebrate Nico's birthday. Red ordered a birthday cake and informed the cruise line of Nico's birthday also - to make it a special day for all.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Best Ever Trip!
Reviewed By Mark & Lynn - Orlando, Florida | Traveled to Yellowstone National Park ~ Wyoming ~ USA
Red has been our travel/addventure(!) provider for many years now...wouldn't choose anyone else. She never stops trying to ensure that our trip...your trip...is a BEST EVER. Fortunately...just before the world shut down in 2020, Red booked us on a week-long, bucket list trip to Yellowstone and the Tetons. I've gotta say...Red...and the wildlife and scenery did not disappoint! It was just spectacular in every way...life altering. Red hooked us up with the best guides, routes and travel tips. We could never have imagined the regional beauty, diversity, up-close wildlife and scenery. Do yourself a favor, and GO! We are super-appreciative...and friends/advocates for life. Thanks, Red!!Mark & Lynn
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you so much for the kind words and it is my pleasure to work with you and assist you in creating amazing adventures that fit what you are looking to experience & enjoy in your travels. So glad we got this "bucket list" destination completed, before the world shut down. I look forward to creating more great travels to other places you want to experience • explore • enrich • enjoy! So many places to see - love working with you and knowing you!
Thank you so much for the kind words and it is my pleasure to work with you and assist you in creating amazing adventures that fit what you are looking to experience & enjoy in your travels. So glad we got this "bucket list" destination completed, before the world shut down. I look forward to creating more great travels to other places you want to experience • explore • enrich • enjoy! So many places to see - love working with you and knowing you!
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Beyond Excited about our Virgin Voyages cruise
Reviewed By Tonia G. - New Castle, Indiana | Traveled to Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Red we are beyond excited about this cruise and do very thankful for all of your hard work! Thank you for being such a gem and getting us this gift of the additional Bar Tab!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
I am so glad to hear that you all had a great time on your Virgin Voyages "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise, it took some work to keep your group together - but so glad it all came together and you all had an amazing time! Thank you again for all your kind words and I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you. Wishing you all the Best Always! Cheers!
I am so glad to hear that you all had a great time on your Virgin Voyages "Grown & Sexy!" Circle Group on the "Dominican Daze" cruise, it took some work to keep your group together - but so glad it all came together and you all had an amazing time! Thank you again for all your kind words and I look forward to creating more amazing adventures for you. Wishing you all the Best Always! Cheers!
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
30th Weddine Anniversary Cruise
Reviewed By mshimer - Windermere, FL | Traveled to Mediterranean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Red is awesome and set up our cruise that was amazing
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Thank you so much! I am so glad you two had such an amazing 30th Anniversary celebration cruise, wishing you many more years of amazing adventures together. Love you two & Best Wishes Always!
Thank you so much! I am so glad you two had such an amazing 30th Anniversary celebration cruise, wishing you many more years of amazing adventures together. Love you two & Best Wishes Always!
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Italy Trip
Reviewed By Liz & Eric - Elgin, Illinois | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Thank you for everything you’re doing to make travel happen again!! We're all very excited to finally get to travel, but we're a little rusty in the planning and decision-making post pandemic! Thank you!!Liz
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Good Day! Always a pleasure hearing from you and assisting you on your travel adventures. Yes, things have changed with the past/current health safety protocols in travel - and it does make it challenging, but I stay up-to-date on all to get you the correct/required travel protocols to create your best travel options to experience & enjoy! Love working with you and looking forward to creating more travel adventures to you. Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
Good Day! Always a pleasure hearing from you and assisting you on your travel adventures. Yes, things have changed with the past/current health safety protocols in travel - and it does make it challenging, but I stay up-to-date on all to get you the correct/required travel protocols to create your best travel options to experience & enjoy! Love working with you and looking forward to creating more travel adventures to you. Cheers! Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Cancelling a Guest on a Multi-Generational Cruise
Reviewed By Brian - Houston, Texas | Traveled to Mexico
Thank you, Red! I appreciate all the help you’ve provided for our trip!
Best, Brian
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Red looked into all these issues to completed Dennis' cancellation & questions (Brian asked) well and promptly.
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Hey Red,
Dennis will not be traveling on the cruise.
We need to remove him from the reservation?
How does this affect the onboard credit for that room, or does the full amount stay intact? Also, I presume the gratuities are only charged for one passenger now on that room, right?
Thank you! Brian
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Hi Red,
Thanks so much for calling and looking into this, especially on the holiday weekend (to check on the possibilities of Dennis not being able to go on the cruise, due to back issues.)
I figured it was a lost cause at this point, with it being so close to cruise time. I’ll let him feel things out over the next few days. The good news is he still wants to go on a cruise.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Hello Brian I was so sad to hear that Dennis was unable to go on your family cruise. I wish him all the best health, care & happiness. Please give him my best & I look forward to creating amazing travels for him, when he recovers & all of you. A celebration of no more back pain. Wishing all of you all the Best Always & I look forward to hearing from you and creating more amazing adventures for you. Cheers & Best Wishes, Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
Hello Brian I was so sad to hear that Dennis was unable to go on your family cruise. I wish him all the best health, care & happiness. Please give him my best & I look forward to creating amazing travels for him, when he recovers & all of you. A celebration of no more back pain. Wishing all of you all the Best Always & I look forward to hearing from you and creating more amazing adventures for you. Cheers & Best Wishes, Red Hughes / AddVenture Travel
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great Italian Celebration for our 10th Anniversary
Reviewed By mikeheather - Orlando, Florida | Traveled to Italy ~ Europe
Italy was the trip of a lifetime and I’ve been surprised how many friends have reached out asking questions about the trip or have plans to travel. I couldn’t have had a better experience without the help of Red Hughes. She worked with me to pack every day with art, food and museums. The trip couldn’t have gone smoother or more easily from booking trains to tour guides. Reds also a great family friend and local here in Orlando. Let either of us know if you have any questions. Time to Travel!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
I am so glad that I could make your 10th wedding anniversary an Italian Celebration to remember. Thank you again for allowing me to assist you in creating an amazing adventure to celebrate together! Cheers 2 U 2 and wishing you all the Best Adventures together!
I am so glad that I could make your 10th wedding anniversary an Italian Celebration to remember. Thank you again for allowing me to assist you in creating an amazing adventure to celebrate together! Cheers 2 U 2 and wishing you all the Best Adventures together!
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bucket List Destination-Panama Canal Cruise
Reviewed By Carole & Ron - Montverde, Florida | Traveled to Panama Canal ~ Panama ~ Central America
Hi there. Having a great time. Today is a sea day. I can't find if I told you there are only 670 passengers on board. Lots of room. Sailing on...🚢 Thanks Red for all your help with this.
Carole & Ron
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Dralene "Red" Hughes responded:
Good Day! Always my pleasure to assist you with you travel adventures and checking off the destinations you want to experience & enjoy. Wishing you all the Best in Life and Enjoy Life's many adventures. Cheers - Red
Good Day! Always my pleasure to assist you with you travel adventures and checking off the destinations you want to experience & enjoy. Wishing you all the Best in Life and Enjoy Life's many adventures. Cheers - Red
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
Family Royal Caribbean Cruise : Birthday Cheers
Red, You rock! Thank you so much for your help! Ximena, Millo, Nico & Aria Aldea -------------------------- I (Red) cancelled another cruise for this family (that was not working out well for this family to board & enjoy) and booked them on this Royal Caribbean cruise in a suite at a better price/perks - to celebrate Nico's birthday. I ordered a birthday cake and informed the cruise line of Nico's birthday also - to make it a special day for all.
Provided by Ximena Rojas Aldea