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Terri Weeks
Terri Weeks

Terri Weeks

Loveland, OH Travel Agent

Big Rock Travel

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

Helping curious travelers experience the world.

I left my first career as a mechanical engineer in order to raise my three children. During those years, I was a freelance travel writer and guidebook author. My husband and I took our kids to all 50 states and over a dozen countries while they were growing up.

After our nest emptied, I decided to use my experience to help others as a travel advisor. I am passionate about experiencing new destinations and helping others strengthen their relationships through traveling. I consider travel to be an essential part of a child’s education. 

I love helping people explore the world, experience adventure, and learn about other cultures.

The name Big Rock Travel was inspired by the classic time management parable about fitting rocks, gravel, and sand into a jar. When you try to put the sand and gravel in first, you can’t fit in all of the big rocks. The lesson learned is that you have to put the big rocks in first, and then the gravel and sand fill in around the big rocks. I apply that philosophy to travel planning. Travel requires time and money, which are limited resources.

I like to work with people who value what travel brings to their lives and consider travel to be one of their big rocks. I’ll work with you to help you achieve your travel goals. 

Areas of Expertise

Destinations:

England
Peru
Alaska
Ecuador, Galapagos Islands
Peru, Machu Picchu
Arizona
Maldives
Hawaii
Wyoming
Greece, Athens

Interests:

Adventure
Family Vacations
Animals & Wildlife
Archaeology
Expedition Cruises
Bird Watching
European Culture
Historical Sites
River Cruises
Castles & Cathedrals
Eco-Tourism
Nature
Global Travel
Safari
Small Ship Cruises

Suppliers:

Abercrombie & Kent
Adventures By Disney
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Travel Answers
AmaWaterways
Viking
G Adventures
Intrepid Travel
Journese
National Geographic Expeditions
Windstar Cruises
Ponant
Tauck
Hurtigruten

My Travel Specialties

Family Travel Specialist

Family Travel Specialist

As a mother, I wanted to give my children the gift of travel. While they were growing up, I took them to interesting pla...

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Appreciator of UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Appreciator of UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Appreciator of UNESCO World Heritage Sites I’m a collector of experiences. I love to visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites...

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Soft Adventure Specialist

Soft Adventure Specialist

Are you someone who loves a little adventure followed by a night in a comfortable bed? Me too. Soft adventure travel is ...

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Expedition and Adventure Cruise Specialist

Expedition and Adventure Cruise Specialist

I’m a seasoned travel enthusiast with a passion for exploring the world. I fell in love with expedition cruising in th...

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Helping curious travelers experience the world

Helping curious travelers experience the world

I left my first career as a mechanical engineer in order to raise my three children. During those years, I was a freelan...

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Reviews

39 Reviews
Working with Terri was a dream. I gave her a few details and she came up with awesome options in no time at all!
Rhonda B - Texas ~ USA
Terri thought of everything. She found us a great deal, and made vacation planning effortless!
Melissa - Costa Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Well organized and thoughtful Itinerary, allowing us to see things for just the right amount of time while minimizing our driving. Great selection of hotels and stops that were well suited for our family. Always available to answer questions and provide additional information as needed
jen - Utah ~ USA

Certifications & Awards

Additional Certifications

  • TTAUS
  • Certified Family Travel Agent
  • Certified Travel Associate, The Travel Institute
  • Certified Family Travel Agent, Family Travel Assn.
  • Verified Travel Advisor, ASTA

My Places