My special day in Austria with AmaWaterways
Dear friends, I had the opportunity to embark on the Danube River cruise with AmaWaterways in November 2024 to experience their products firsthand s...
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Paris & Beyond
France is a destination I know intimately through decades of personal travel that began at age 18 and has continued through countless return visits. I specialize in helping travelers experience France beyond the highlights, with a particular passion for Paris as it’s truly lived and for the richness of Northern France. My approach blends iconic sights with authentic neighborhoods, cafés, walks, and cultural moments that feel natural and unhurried. I design smart, well-paced Paris stays and seamless short extensions to places like Strasbourg, Normandy, and Le Mans—destinations that add depth, history, and character without complicating the journey. With firsthand insight and careful attention to timing and logistics, I create itineraries that flow smoothly and turn every.
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Reviews
I wanted a ticket to travel and I called Balkissa and right away she found an affordable ticket and in matter of less than 2 hours I have purchased my ticket.
Working with Balkissa to plan our Hawaiian vacation was an experience to work with a real professional. She listened to all our wants, kept in our price range and suggested a few excursions we had not even thought of. The entire process was smooth and efficient, and I would absolutely recommend Balkissa to family and friends for their travel planning. I know we will be contacting Balkissa for our next travel destination.
J’ai eu une expérience exceptionnelle avec cette agence de voyage ! À cause d’un problème familial, j’ai dû modifier mes plans, mais on m’a tout de suite rassurée en m’expliquant que rien n’était perdu. Leur soutien, leur disponibilité et la qualité de leur service m’ont vraiment soulagée. Grâce à eux, je sais déjà que je pourrai réserver mes prochaines vacances dès que je serai prête. Je vous remercie sincèrement pour votre professionnalisme et votre bienveillance.
Certifications & Awards
Avalon Waterways Specialist
Celebrity Learning Certification
Cosmos Certified Specialist
Globus family of brands Specialist
Pleasant Premier Ambassador
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
AMA Academy
AmaWaterways Specialist
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