Meet Debbie Richmond
It all began with a desire to leave the corporate world and become my own boss, to use my very organized nature, technical skills, and passion for travel. Add to that my enjoyment of helping others to fulfill their dreams and you get a travel advisor!
So, in 2016 I significantly reduced my engineering management consulting hours to start a new career in travel. Being an electrical engineer, I called this my “reWirement”.
Why Use a Travel Advisor?
Personalized Planning
Global Connections/Expertise
Value for your Money
VIP Treatment
Peace of mind
Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland
My goal is to enrich your life with travel that is well planned, is a great value for your money, and exceeds your expectations!
I enjoy working with groups and will often accompany them. Let's put a group together, or let me know how I can help you with your travel dreams.
Travel Services
Plan to Go!
From beginning to end. Includes: research, booking, tour and transportation management, extra documentation, check lists, advice on all travel related concerns (passports, currency, packing, weather, travel insurance, etc.), reconfirmation of all travel components, help with online check-in, being your advocate with suppliers, and assistance during travel if needed.
Fee depends on type of trip: group, package, custom, etc.
Air Ticketing
As needed for your booked trips. Includes: flight analysis, recommendations, reservations, monitoring flight status, and if requested, assistance with seating assignments and online check-in.
Fee depends on type of ticket and who is issuing.
Services usually not offered without booked trips.
Cancellations
To protect my investment in you. Includes: cancellations or changes made by you after Final Payment of trip which results in a financial loss for me.
Trip Cancellation Fee: 5% of trip cost. This is in addition to any supplier penalties. After payment is received, an invoice will be generated which you can include as part of any insurance claim you may be submitting.
Travel Insurance
To protect you. It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance at time of initial trip payment or deposit to protect you in case of: supplier bankruptcy, cancellations/interruptions for covered reasons, lost baggage, or medical/dental emergencies while traveling, including emergency medical transportation and evacuation. Ask about pre-existing conditions of you or a loved one at home.
No fees: Quotes, policy purchases and modifications on your behalf are complimentary.
A word about Fees
See this article about fees: Travel Advisors Add Fees, Urge Clients to Purchase Insurance
Your travels should make you SMILE!
What People Are Saying
“Debbie did a wonderful job of organizing the trip and getting me seat assignments ( I am not real computer literate) for me. The itinerary was well planned. I did have a gastric upset incident while traveling and Debbie was right there to get me fluids, etc. Lasted only 24 hours but I really appreciated the help and assistance. I was so pleased I am looking forward to my next trip to Ireland with Debbie. I have traveled to China, Europe, Turkey, Greece, England and Canada. This trip was the best and we even had a 2 nite stay in a scottish palace, complete with roaring fire and a wee dram to warm us on our arrival. Great Guides and bus driver.”
— MacKenzie
“Debbie truly made our 25th Anniversary trip the most memorable ever. She initially worked with us on selecting a destination based upon our wishes. Once that decision was made she went to work making sure all the t's were crossed and i's dotted. She provided valuable suggestions and kept us informed at every step of the process. While on vacation, the resort surprised us with gifts to commemorate our special anniversary, thanks to Debbie. The cherry on top was that she even surprised us with a commemorative frame as a keepsake for our anniversary vacation once we returned. The experience with our World Traveler Service representative was top notch at every turn. I always felt like Debbie listened and sincerely cared that every aspect of our trip went smoothly. She is guaranteed not only of our business again but also our highest recommendation. #sograteful.”
— Cindy
“As a first time cruiser Debbie was helpful in so many ways. 1. she is well organized and helps others to be well organized. explaining the time line for cruise preparations Providing tips, information and answering questions 2. helped to clarify what she could control and what the cruise line controlled 3. She has wonderful empathy for people to understand their needs and helps to solve their concerns. 4. She loves to travel and it shows. 5. She is an open individual, willingly sharing her family and going out of her way to integrate our blended group. This cruise was so nice as a result of Debbie's efforts.”
— Dan
In The Press
What started out as an article on changing careers evolved into handling a pandemic that wrecked havoc on the travel industry.
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