Valerie Farris
Sherman, Texas Travel Agent
Gateway Travel, a Internova Travel Group Network affiliate agency
Email MeDisney Cruise Line Specialist
I have been in the travel industry for over 45 years both as a corporate and a leisure agent. I have experience in planning, booking and escorting high school and college groups. I love cruising with my family and friends, and enjoy sharing my expertise with clients looking to cruise. I am a Disney Cruise Line Gold Castaway Club member and a graduate of Disney's College of Knowledge, so I can help you with anything Disney!
I am also a Certified Accessible Travel Advocate, so if you have mobility issues, oxygen or other special needs I can help you. Don't let those things keep you from taking that special vacation or cruise!
Whether it is a family trip, a romantic getaway or even a family reunion, I want to help you have the best experience possible.
My Areas of Expertise
CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Certified Travel Consultant (The Travel Institute)
Disney College of Knowledge Graduate
SNG Certified Accessible Travel Advocate
Best Honeymoon Ever
Reviewed By Anna - Dallas, Texas | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Valerie was a pleasure to work with while booking our honeymoon. She gave us several different quotes for different destinations and helped us narrow it down by asking us questions about what was most important to us. I felt so much peace of mind traveling internationally with Valerie making sure that we had everything we needed as far as COVID paperwork. We can’t wait to book with her again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
It was the best Moms trip ever
Reviewed By Cindy - Iowa Park Texas | Traveled to Costa Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
She was great!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
Dream Vacation!
Reviewed By Sam H. - Providence Village, TX | Traveled to Caribbean
Valerie Farris has booked two major vacations for us and all our activities, hotels, parking. Everything has always gone perfect from the moment we spoke with her. I’d highly recommend her for any and all of your travel needs!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
Outstanding trip!!
Reviewed By Newsies - Bells, Texas | Traveled to Caribbean
Fantabulous!!! Outstanding- willingness to research when one has answers - available beyond the 8-5 business hours. Highly recommend Valerie!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Post Covid Blast
Reviewed By Mike - Bells, Texas | Traveled to Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Very professional, really cares, takes pride in the service she provides, looks out for our best interest
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great vacation
Reviewed By Joe - Howe,Tx | Traveled to Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Very easy to work with, works to help get best deal and timing.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
10 of 18 people found this review helpful
Best honeymoon experience!
Reviewed By Faith Richey - Dallas, TX | Traveled to Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Super sweet and loved working with her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
25th anniversary trip
Reviewed By B - Denison,Tx | Traveled to Florida ~ USA
Working with Valerie Farris was easy comfortable and she did a great job I provided her with the information on when and where I wanted to go and she was quick thorough I did a really great job. I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Wonderful and beautiful Trip
Reviewed By Ve - Spencerville, ok | Traveled to Washington ~ USA
Valerie is great and so helpful and planned our trip perfectly ! She’s also very personable and very sweet
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Ready for her to book the next one!
Reviewed By Debbie - Howe, Texas | Traveled to Honduras ~ Central America
It was fabulous!!! Valerie thinks of everything! No regrets!! Thanks Valerie!! ??
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We loved this trip. Got to see different areas.
Reviewed By Pat - Aurora, CO | Traveled to Honduras ~ Central America
We have booked 4 cruises with Valerie. She is a top notch agent who looks for best prices, where to go and how to get there. She pays attention to the smallest details. She works with us to make everything work the best for us.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Wonderful Beach Fun!
Reviewed By Angela - Burleson, TX | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
She was very involved from the beginning to end. Great knowledge to share to make the experience wonderful and easy. She was able to help us with the process of what to expect with this being our first trip out of the US. She never turned away any of my many questions. Great experience all around!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The perfect sight seeing vacation!
Reviewed By Darla - Midlothian, TX | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Valerie was very informative, easy to communicate with, and always provided a quick response. She thought of things we didn’t to help make our trip very memorable.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 13 people found this review helpful
wonderful trip to Greece!
Reviewed By Marty - Midlothian, Texas | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
It was a pleasure to work with Valerie. She was helpful and punctual in her work and found us accomodations that were cost effective and nice.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Awesome experience with family and friends.
Reviewed By Sha na na - Santa Fe , Texas | Traveled to Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Very awesome service. She was very informative and helpful with any questions we had.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Family memory filled Disney World trip!
Reviewed By Sam - Providence Village, TX | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
We have used Valerie for many family vacations and have another already booked with her! She is amazing to work with! She will always find you the best options with a great price also! Disney World was wonderful and a great trip for our kids! We stayed on property in a perfect family suite! I would recommend Valerie as your travel agent hands down!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Great time
Reviewed By Debbie - Howe, Texas | Traveled to Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Valerie is the best - from the beginning stage of planning all the way to the end of the trip she takes care of things!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
No travel worries with Valerie in command
Reviewed By Phil - Longview TX | Traveled to Caribbean
Excellent attention to detail. Loved our trip and the ease of travel with Valerie's help.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
Best travel agent ever!
Reviewed By Phillip B - The Colony, Texas | Traveled to Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Planning a vacation is incredibly exciting while also extremely stressful! Valarie eliminates that stress! She worked with us providing multiple quotes, walked us through step by step every option we had, and then went above and beyond ensuring we were getting the best price! Our trip was a hit and we have already booked our next through Valarie! I highly recommend and will always refer anyone looking to plan a vacation to Valarie!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 16 people found this review helpful
Our cruise was amazing!
Reviewed By Patty - Burkburnett, Texas | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Our cruise was amazing! This was our first time on a cruise and we loved it! We are ready to book another one! We will use Val again cause everything was perfect!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
8 of 22 people found this review helpful