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Rhonda Macier Lathen
Rhonda Macier Lathen

Rhonda Macier Lathen

Milliken, CO Travel Agent

Culinary Latitudes Travel

22 Reviews
100% Recommended
8 Years of Experience
Additional Languages
English

Advisor Specializing in Europe & River Cruises

 

Ahoy!

World wide travel has provided me with first hand knowledge of some of the most incredible destinations and their little known gems that you must try!

While sailing the beautiful turquoise Caribbean, cool drink in hand, I helped catch our fish of the day on an 8 person catamaran. It was prepared fresh as a tuna sashimi appetizer. These bi-annual sailing trips started my adventure.  Little did I know where it would lead me. 

After a long day of meandering the cobble-stone streets in hidden Italian towns I'd stumble into a new cafe' filled with locals smiling and sharing stories. The freshness of the seafood and pasta dish passed down for generations are not to be missed.

Ah, but it was a cool creamy Limoncello on the mountainous Isle of Capri that caused me to want to permanently be on vacation. There is nothing quite like being immersed in the culture, sightseeing, and learning about favorite spices from the local chefs firsthand. From tequila tasting in Mexico, meeting local fishermen in New Zealand, sailing the warm waters of the Caribbean, devouring the freshest seafood in Santorini, and learning to cook in Thailand, to wherever our future culinary adventures take us... won't you join us on our next great feast?

These are just a few of the many memories I've made over the years. Merging my passions for travel and cooking, I created Culinary Latitudes Travel while working at a CPA firm during my short stay in south Florida. An agency focused on crafting explorations for the enthusiastic traveler and the "foodies" at heart.

My "white glove service" allows you to take a break from hours of travel research. I guarantee my value and rates on trips to all seven continents of the planet!  Our group trips are where you'll find some of the best opportunities to save money.  

Outside of work, and besides traveling, I enjoy music, hiking, and trying new dishes. I raised two beautiful children in Louisville, Colorado where fresh air and beautiful mountains offer amazing scenery and opportunities to hike with our doodles. My husband and I have a blended family with 6 adult children and 7 grandchildren.  

I'd enjoy making your travel dream come true.  Please reach out to [email protected] or call 303-919-8727.  

Travel with taste,

Rhonda

 

Areas of Expertise

Destinations:

Greece
Italy
New Zealand
France
United Kingdom

Interests:

All Inclusive
Small Ship Cruises
Groups
River Cruises
Culinary & Foodie
Luxury

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways
Azamara
Silversea
Windstar Cruises
Globus
Oceania Cruises

My Travel Specialties

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European River Cruise and Boutique Ship Expert

The Rhine River - Castles and Cuisine

European River Cruise and Boutique Ship Expert

<p>My first vacation to Europe was with a group of high school students as a chaperone. Immediately I was smitten with wanderlust and started researching, planning, and traveling regularly and to more exotic places each year. Couples, families, seniors, groups, and solo travelers have all enjoyed adventure with a side of fine dining through Culinary Latitudes research and planning. I work with a number of chefs, allowing them a chance to curate an experience for their following and grow closer to the people who support their hard work. </p>
<p>In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, playing piano and flute, my two doodles, and helping my community.  Hosting virtual vacations with the help of my travel vendors has been very popular. The culture, adventure, and tasty cuisine around the world is an interesting subject and everyone has a dream they want to come true.</p>
<p>We offer hosted trips where groups of 10-20 can join us on our next culinary adventure, or clients can create their own groups with our assistance. The advantage of working with us is that the perks almost seem endless. We have created a club membership called S.A.L.T. This stands for Sea and Land Tourism and as a member, you will have access to special promotions and various amenities. We feel very proud when our clients return from a trip and send us a nice note telling us how they enjoyed their vacation and will definitely work with Culinary Latitudes again in the future!There are a few famous chefs who have used our services and we are hoping to establish partnerships with more in the near future. </p>
<p>PS – Our goal is to always allow the ‘pied piper’ of the chef groups to travel free of charge.</p>
<p>Travel tip:  Choose a river cruise, yacht sailing, or boutique ship ocean cruise to keep your stress level low.  You will keep all your belongings in one place and let the ship take you to the next location.  You'll see more this way and avoid wasting time packing and relocating. You can see just as much on land with a coast hugging ship or a river cruise ... guarantee!</p>

Other Specialties

Luxury Travel Specialist and Culinary Experiences

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Reviews

22 Reviews
Rhonda has been great! We've been able to get in contact any time and she has been able to not only find comparable prices but also provide cash back or credit perks on top of the lowest prices!
Brandon - Jamaica ~ Caribbean
It was our very first cruise she made the process so easy and guided us through what we needed to do. She was always a phone call or text away from answering any concerns we had.
First timers - Caribbean
Rhonda was attentive, honest, and made sure we got the staterooms we wanted and the best pricing available! She even sent additional information that helped us feel like this was really the trip for us. It's a pleasure to work with Rhonda!
Julie - Tahiti ~ French Polynesia ~ South Pacific

Certifications & Awards

Additional Certifications

  • Azamara Specialist
  • Explora Journeys Specialist
  • Silverseas Expedition Specialist
  • Star Specialist, Certified Windstar Cruise Expert
  • Specialist With AMA Waterways, Avalon, Viking
  • Member Of CLIA

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