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Nicole Tomaino
Nicole Tomaino

Nicole Tomaino

Phoenix, AZ Travel Agent

Vacations by Nicole & Associates LLC

34 Reviews
100% Recommended
16 Years of Experience
Additional Languages
English

Fifteen years ago, while still in college, I began my journey as a travel agent—originally thinking of it as a fun part-time job. Over time, it blossomed into my dream career. Helping clients plan unforgettable vacations and seeing the joy on their faces when they return is truly the most rewarding part of what I do.

Now, as a mother to a toddler, I’ve found the perfect balance between my career and family life—cherishing special moments with my daughter and husband while continuing to explore the world together.

I’ve been on 30+ cruises and traveled to over 20 countries, gaining firsthand experience that helps me serve my clients with expert guidance and care. I genuinely want every vacation I plan to be the absolute best it can be.

What I Specialize In:

• Individual & Group Cruises 

• Hotels & Vacation Packages

• Destination Weddings & Honeymoons

• Travel to the U.S., Mexico, Caribbean, Europe, South America, South Pacific, South East Asia & more

Over the past 3 years alone, I’ve organized more than 30 destination wedding groups (ranging from 20 to over 200 guests), and before COVID served as the lead agent for three annual Country Music Group Cruises, each hosting 2,000+ guests. No group is too small—or too large!

I also work hard to ensure great value—I can often match or beat the rates you see online for cruises and hotels. Just reach out and I’ll get to work on your dream vacation!

In 2025, I took a major step forward by expanding my company into Vacations by Nicole & Associates, LLC—a dedicated team of experienced travel advisors. With our combined knowledge and passion, we now serve even more clients with top-tier service and personalized travel planning.Whether you're traveling solo, with a group, or planning a once-in-a-lifetime event, we’re here to help make it seamless and unforgettable. Let’s start planning your next adventure!

Areas of Expertise

Destinations:

Interests:

Overwater Bungalows
Destination Weddings
River Cruises
Honeymoons
Groups

Suppliers:

Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Sandals and Beaches Resorts
Viking
Oceania Cruises
Disney Cruise Line

My Travel Specialties

Couples, Family, Individual, & Group Travel Expert

Couples, Family, Individual, & Group Travel Expert

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Reviews

34 Reviews
Nicole was great to work with! She does a great job researching deals and finding great activities that we missed in our research. On our cruise through Haiti, Jamaica and Cozumel, she booked all of the shows and dinners on the ship and all of our adventures at each stop. She was very accommodating and easy to work with. I will definitely work with her in the future and recommend her to others.
Dobby - Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Nicole was quick to find us great rates for our hotel and very responsive in the booking process. Made my life very easy!
Tina - Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
Nicole was great. Always on top of the schedules and we appreciated the reminders of important dates etc. She made the process easy and our vacation a success.
Kobibright - Iceland | Europe

Certifications & Awards

Additional Certifications

  • Circle Of Excellence Award - Nexion

My Places

Abercrombie & Kent
AmaWaterways Cruises
Atlas Ocean Voyages
Avalon Waterways
Azamara Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line
Celebrity Cruises
Celestyal Cruises
Crystal Cruise Line
Cunard Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line
GLOBUS Tours
Holland America Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line
Oceania Cruises
Princess Cruise Line
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Riviera Travel
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Seabourn Cruises
Silversea Cruises
Viking Ocean Cruises
Virgin Voyages
Windstar