Our Travel Consultants

Our Travel Consultants

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	Jim Buckley, CTA Email: jim@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Luxury travel, family and group travel Expert Bio After 35 distinguished years as an executive with Coca-Cola, Jim turned his passion for travel into a second career. Already well traveled, Jim founded Buckley's Escorted Tours of Distinction featuring personally-hosted escorted tours based on the concept of extraordinary service. Buckley's worked exclusively through Island Travel until Jim purchased the agency in 2001 in partnership with managing director Carlo Hilliard. Jim's management skills helped him assemble a staff of the finest and most knowledgeable travel professionals to be found. Jim is proud that his team's efforts have made Island Travel the Lowcountry's #1 Travel Agency (voted such in the Island Packet's 2006 through 2009 Readers' Poll!). Jim and his wife Marty have traveled to every corner of the globe as travel guides and hosts. Jim is a Virtuoso Certified Travel Specialist. Contact: jim@islandtvl.com My Recent Trips
	Carlo Hilliard, Managing Partner Email: carlo@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Luxury Cruises, Escorted Tours, Independent tours and packages. Carlo is personally familiar with all of the deluxe cruise and tour operators including companies such as Silverseas, Regent Seven Seas, Crystal Cruises, Seabourn Cruises, Tauck Tours and others. Expert Bio Our long-time part owner and Managing Partner of Island Travel, Carlo has 25 years of travel counseling experience including 20 of them on Hilton Head. Having traveled the world, Carlo's depth of knowledge and winning personality have made her both a favorite contact for Lowcountry travelers and a mentor to our staff. carlo@islandtvl.com My Recent Trips
	Clem Dietze Email: clem@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Nature, Ecology, Birding and Adventure Touring, Safaris, Expedition and Adventure Cruising, Luxury Cruising, Escorted Tours, Independent Travel including self-drive, rail, and hosted programs. Expert Bio Clem began learning the ropes in 1960 with the legendary firm of Thos. Cook in New York. He traveled the entire world as a cruise shore excursion leader and then manager and as a tour escort. Moving on to travel counseling, he then managed several offices for Cook before resigning from the firm in 1974 as Eastern Regional Manager to found his own agency in Baltimore. In 1995 he sold that agency and moved to Hilton Head Island, opening Migrations Travel. In 2002 he sold that agency and now brings his 44 years of travel expertise to Island Travel. Clem is a Virtuoso-Accredited Counselor clem@islandtvl.com To learn more about Clem and his specialities, visit his personal website: http://natureandluxurytravel.com My Recent Trips
	Julie Flaherty-Roman, CTA Email: julie@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Escorted and Independent Tours. Cruises. Family Travel. Spas and vacation packages including all-inclusive resorts. Expert Bio Julie came to Island Travel in 1995 after a 14-year career in worldwide corporate travel with her family's agency in New Jersey. Leisure travel is now her specialty and she excels as a Travel Counselor. Julie's vivaciousness and caring dedication to her clients are invaluable assets to Island Travel. julie@islandtvl.com My Recent Trips
	Linda Bailey, CTA Email: linda@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Cruises; escorted or independent tours; honeymoons, special event management (boat shows, conventions, and group meetings). Expert Bio A former agency owner, Linda returned to the travel industry in January, 2007, after several years of managing vacation properties in the Beaufort islands area. She has recently attained Virtuoso accreditation as well as working on her Captain ranking with Princess Cruises. She is a member of Rotary and a charter member of Sea Island Presbyterian Church. She is an avid boater, having lived aboard for 8 years in the Beaufort area. My Recent Trips
	Vernon Haynes, CTC Email: vernon@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Group tours & independent travel are Vern's forte. He has also acted as tour manager/director for numerous trips in the US, Canada and Europe. Expert Bio As one of the area's first Certified Travel Counselors, Vern has over 50 years travel industry experience. Over the years, Vern has acted as Director of Travel Services for the Bank of Beaufort; was instrumental in establishing agencies on Parris Island and on Hilton Head; operated his own agency in Beaufort; and most recently was a travel counselor with Accent on Travel, which was purchased by Island Travel in September, 2006. At the time of the filming of the movie Glory in nearby Savannah, GA, Vern was responsible for production travel for movie stars and staff members from all over the country, often with little notice. My Recent Trips
	Lincoln "Linc" Tumey Email: linc@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Cruises, escorted groups and individual tours, independent travel. Linc has arranged a number of very successful fund-raising cruises. Expert Bio Lincoln E “Linc” Tumey has recently relocated to Sun City from Ft Myers, Florida, after vacationing in the area for 27 years. Linc also entered the travel industry after a career in hospital administration. He served as manager of a full-service agency for seven years and has been an independent travel consultant for the last 5 years. Linc has designed individual tours and arranged escorted tours for many clients from all over the US to Europe, Israel, Australia/New Zealand and Hawaii. For the past three years, Linc has arranged fund-raiser cruises for his church, the most recent netting over $6,000. Each year these cruises have grown in the number of participants and the amount of money raised. linc@islandtvl.com My Recent Trips
	Rick & Annelle Weymuth Email: Rickweymuth@yahoo.com Interests & Specialties Rick & Annelle Weymuth LOVE traveling - have passport, will travel! Rick and Annelle are on the go both in and outside the US so with cellphones and laptops, their office is really a virtual one. They live both on Hilton Head Island and Maryville (Missouri), where they spent many years. Expert Bio Both Rick & Annelle have enjoyed distinguished careers in the academic world, but upon retirement as emeritus professors from Northwest Missouri State University in 2001, they decided to continue guiding tours for the fun of it! They have conducted choir, student and alumni trips all over the world for over 20 years. The travel bug had bitten firmly enough that they decided to continue offering group tours in retirement and are delighted to be part of the travel professionals at Island Travel. My Recent Trips
	Tom Miller Email: tom@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Cruises and tours throughout the world. Extensive group travel history with blue water fishing and diving in North, Central and South America. Special interest in overseas real estate investment opportunities. Expert Bio Tom's travel interests started young, accompanying his executive father throughout Europe and the Caribbean. As a podiatrist in Beaufort County for many years, the opportunity to acquire Beaufort Travel proved too tempting to pass up. He enjoyed operating the business for 13 years with his wife, Jane, and a great group of travel counselors. The changing travel environment and admiration for Jim Buckley's marketing expertise led to Island Travel's acquisition of Beaufort Travel in 2007. My Recent Trips Panama; Nicaragua
	Becky Rodzik Email: becky@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Family and group travel, custom escorted group programs and getaways such as alumni, private club, church or school group travel. Specializing in Caribbean, Mediterranean and Alaskan Cruises and land excursions to Hawaii and Costa Rica. Expert Bio After 30 years of business experience in marketing and advertising management for large consumer package goods organizations, Coca-Cola, Miles Laboratories and Quaker Oats, Becky turned her passion for travel into a second career. By combining her strong organization and management skills with her extensive travel experience, she is well suited to plan or host your next dream vacation. Becky and her husband, John, met in Martinique and have traveled to many exotic locations during their 29 years of marriage. They enjoy cruising, sailing, snorkeling, photography and biking. They have a home in Atlanta and a villa in Hilton Head which they rent through VRBO.com. They have a son, 22, and a daughter, 14. Becky has a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and a M.B.A. degree in Marketing from Wake Forest University. She is on the board of the Coca-Cola Alumni Association and the Georgia Executive Women’s Network.
	Ellen Cohen Email: ellen@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Cruises, cruises, cruises... groups and independent travel. Ellen has arranged a number of very successful friends and neighbors groups cruises. Ellen and her husband Barry love to travel and have enjoyed many cruises to the Caribbean, the Mediterranean and Alaska. She uses her travel experience to help others get the vacation of their dreams. Expert Bio Ellen has a varied background in real estate sales, bookkeeping and legal contract work and a passion for travel. Ellen and Barry moved to Bluffton four years ago and continues to turn her passion into helping others plan their next cruise or trip. Her strong organizational skills, her love of working with and meeting new people make her the perfect person or host your next vacation. Ellen and Barry are members of Temple Oseh Shalom in Bluffton and Ellen is presently President of the Sisterhood of Temple Oseh Shalom and for the past three years she has been the Social Chairperson of her neighborhood on Sun City. Ellen is delighted to be joining the professional travel advisors at Island Travel.
	Erica Jackson Email: erica@islandtvl.com Expert Bio Do you want to create a group (Public or Private)? Erica will provide administrative support from inception until return.
	Stephani Wyatt Email: stephani@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Stephani’s passion for travel, attention to financial detail, and commitment to provide a carefree travel experience will bring you back to begin planning your next travel experience. Expert Bio Stephani grew up as a military brat, travel was very much part of the normal existence. Although spending her career in the financial field of mortgage and banking, she is now ready to hang up her calculator as a full time career and become your travel advisor! My Recent Trips
	Connie Frenzel Email: connie@islandtvl.com Interests & Specialties Connie is a Georgia native, but calls Beaufort her true home. With over 25 years in the Tour and Travel Industry, her credentials include Certified Tour Professional of the National Tour Association. Connie’s experiences as a travel advisor are a Manager as well as a Regional Travel Agent Trainer for a large travel consortium. Expert Bio She was Tourism Sales Manager for the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau for 7 years and worked with the Georgia Department of Tourism during the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. All inclusive Resorts, Escorted and Independent tours and Cruises are Connie's expertise. My Recent Trips

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Oh, Scotland! The Virtuoso Chairman's Recognition Event was held in Scotland. We were so blown away by the grandeur of this incredible destination — the history, the art and culture, the golf, the whisky and so much more — that we wanted to share this special destination feature from VIRTUOSO LIFE magazine. What an amazing journey! Scotland truly is enchanting and magnificent.

As you flip through the pages, imagine yourself exploring historic castles amidst unparalleled natural landscapes. We recommend everyone experience Scotland at least once in their lifetime.

Learn More about Enchanting & Magnificent Scotland >

Why Scotland?
There are a number of reasons to pack your bags for Scotland - here are five.

Scottish Odyssey.
As featured in the January issue of VIRTUOSO LIFE, this feature article explores famed fairways, fine whisky, historic castles and more.

© 2012 Virtuoso, LTD.
Sail Away on a Cruise That Takes Your Breath Away

"It's the ultimate!” We hear those words a lot — and you’re sure to declare them too after setting sail on one of these breathtaking cruise vacations. From family romps in Europe to elegant forays in the Far East, this catalog is filled with exclusive adventures at sea. You’ll also find five-star stays in popular ports of call, along with Advisor Tips that give you the insider scoop on the best staterooms, onboard venues and activities ashore.

Flip through the ultimate cruise guide >

Before and After
Set your own itinerary aboard Sir Richard Branson’s private catamaran. Explore Waimea Canyon before cruising the Hawaiian Islands. Spend time snorkeling in Mexico after sailing the Mexican Riviera or Baja.

Small Ship, Big Excitement
Whether yachting across the Sea of Cortés or river cruising through the French countryside, you’ll find loads of enjoyable amenities such as all-inclusive shore excursions, complimentary watersports and even dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Large Ship, Extraordinary Amusements
Sailing everywhere from Turks and Caicos to Egypt, and offering every amenity imaginable – including Rosetta Stone language lessons, Zumba fitness classes and hands-on cooking experiences – these ships offer distinctive enjoyment.

Read the Ultimate Cruising Travel Catalog today!

© 2012 Virtuoso, LTD.
REMINDER ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport, Air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document, or an Alien Registration Card, Form I-551, if applicable. If you do not have a passport get it now by clicking below. If you have a passport make sure it is up to date. Click here for Passport and Visa information.

© 2012 Virtuoso, LTD.
Australia! In a country that holds 550 national parks and 15 World Heritage-listed wonders, you'll have the time of your life. Dive the Great Barrier Reef, feast in the dazzling cities of Melbourne and Sydney, get to know the friendly locals, and discover unique wildlife in Tasmania. This is a country where boundaries blur — ancient rainforests skirt modern cities and waterways surge from craggy red earth. You don't visit Australia. You live it!

As you flip through the pages, imagine yourself exploring these unparalleled natural landscapes. We recommend everyone experience Australia at least once in their lifetime. Call your Virtuoso travel advisor for a custom itinerary.

Melbourne Melting Pot
A guide to this Australian city's diverse restaurant scene.

The Unrivaled Reef
Divers find Nemo and much more on saltwater safaris to the Great Barrier Reef.

The Land of Eco
How Australia helped set the standards for sustainable tourism.

Down Under Australia
Often overlooked, TASMANIA distills the Aussie experience into one easily drivable drop.

© 2012 Virtuoso, LTD.

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Shore Excursions Included on Iberian Peninsula

2012 Best of the Best

Annual Best of the Best Award Winners
See who was awarded top honors by Virtuoso travel advisors.

Virtuoso Preview
Get an exclusive peek at some of the world’s most anticipated new stays.

Virtuoso Villas & Private Retreats
Choose from the most secluded sanctuaries around the globe.

Africa & Middle East
Revel in abundant wildlife, ancient cultures, and one-of-a-kind properties.

Asia & Pacific
Gaze at bejeweled palaces, golden Buddhas and breathtaking cities.

Canada & United States
Explore a bounty of mountain lodges, boutique hotels and spa resorts.

Caribbean & Bermuda
Keep things cool with endless sun-soaked beaches and watersports galore.

Europe
Bask in brilliant artworks, masterful architecture, and timeless stays.

Mexico, Central & South America
Slip away to coastal resorts, romantic haciendas, and rainforest hideaways.
Meet the Newest Best of the Best
Discover the latest hotels and resorts to be named Virtuoso-preferred.

Useful Travel Links
Need to look up information about your destination, like the best place to grab a cup of Cappuccino, what time it is in Zimbabwe, what the currency of Chile is or what the current U.S. Department of State Travel Requirements are? Use this page as your resource guide!

U.S. Department of State – Passport Information
Whether you are an American citizen traveling abroad or a foreign citizen traveling to the U.S., get all the information you need before you head overseas. This website contains tips for traveling abroad, passport and visa applications and document requirements.

Travel Advisories
Obtain worldwide travel announcements and advisories.

CDC Travel Information
This site gives the Center for Disease Control's recommended health precautions and warnings for travelers.

Currency Converter
The Universal Currency Converter™, the world's most popular currency tool, allows you to perform interactive foreign exchange rate calculations on the Internet, using live, up-to-the-minute currency rates.

Worldtime
One of the easiest of the international time conversion sites around, ideal in case you need to know what time it is in Zimbabwe, or anywhere else!

The Weather Channel
All you need to know about current weather conditions and three to five day forecasts throughout the world.

Mapquest
Get door-to-door driving directions, detailed maps, plus helpful travel links.

International Health & Vaccination Requirements/CDC
A list of countries and their health requirements or warnings, plus news articles about outbreaks and immunizations. Also included are a geographic travel map and health recommendations.

Federal Aviation Administration – “Bringing Safety to America’s Skies”
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible for the safety of civil aviation. The FAA issues and enforces regulations and aircraft standards and certifies airmen and airports that serve air carriers. They develop air traffic rules, assign the use of airspace and control air traffic.

FAA Tips on Flying with Children
Keep your little ones safe while flying. Learn about the importance of using a child restraint system. It is safer than holding your child in your lap. Most airlines will offer discounts of up to 50% for children less than two years of age.

You have a doctor, lawyer, banker and accountant. They are your professional helpers and so is your travel counselor.

Vacations are an important part of your life. Planning one requires care and attention to detail. Doing it on your own can be as risky as self-diagnosing an illness. You deserve a great vacation without unpleasant surprises. If you're thinking about cruises, escorted tours, family groups, destination weddings/events or independent travel, Island Travel has the expertise you need.

VIRTUOSO ACTIVE & SPECIALTY TRAVEL

Yours is a world of exhilarating new possibilities. The pungent spices of Moroccan souks tempt the foodie in you. Mysterious, magnificent Machu Picchu entices your adventurous side. And your romantic heart beats a bit faster as you contemplate luxurious, legendary train travel through exotic landscapes. Where on the fascinating planet will you venture next? What voice calls out? Start exploring >

Your Virtuoso travel advisor can customize any trip in this guide to make it exceptionally memorable and personal. Call today and share your ideas!

© 2012 Virtuoso, LTD.
Virtuoso Traveler - Welcoming You to the World of Virtuoso

Find authentic adventures in the April issue of Virtuoso Traveler. From Kenya to the Galápagos you’ll find tempting trips to add to, and scratch off of, your bucket list. Or, if you’re looking for something more leisurely, how does a luxurious rail adventure sound? Travel through the Swiss Alps, Scottish Highlands or South Africa’s Great Karoo, among others. Or wind down with a relaxing spa retreat in Italy, Hong Kong or the Caribbean. Whichever path you decide to forge, or follow this summer, your Virtuoso travel advisor is certain to have you covered each step of the way.

Authentic Adventures Issue
April 2012

In this issue:

Spa Retreats: Relax, recharge, and renew your spirit with these Virtuoso exclusive wellness retreats in Italy, Hong Kong, and the Caribbean.

Antarctica or Alaska: Two cruise expeditions for two budgets.

My Oh Maya: As the Mayan long–count calendar concludes its 5,125-year cycle, we show you how to experience the 2012 phenomenon in style.

Travel on Track: From the Swiss Alps to the Australian Outback, get on board our favorite rail journeys.

Why Do It Yourself: How one travel advisor crafted an epic, month-long honeymoon.

Flip through the latest issue of VIRTUOSO TRAVELER >

VIRTUOSO TRAVELER introduces you to the luxurious world of Virtuoso — one that grants exclusive access to unique travel opportunities and expert advice available only through Virtuoso’s premiere network of global travel specialists. See the full current edition!