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Carol Lekki
President, CTC, MCC, DS Areas of Expertise:
Adventure | Africa | Alaska | All Inclusive | Australia | Bahamas | Bermuda | Business Travel | Canada | Caribbean | Central America | ClubMed | Cost Rica | Cruises | Cruises - Canada | Cruises - Mexico | Disney | Egypt | Europe | Europe - Central | Europe - Cruises | Europe - Western | Family | Great Britain | Greece | Greek Isles | Groups | Hawaii | Honeymoon | Ireland | Italy | Las Vegas | Latin America | Luxury Cruises | Mediterranean | Mexico | Mexican Riviera | Reno | Safaris | Sandals | Ski Trips | South America | Sport |
Since I began working as a travel consultant in 1976, I've learned that the world is our playground. It's seems at times like such a small place, with so many similarities between faraway lands. At the same time, it holds a tremendous diversity in culture, history and lifestyles. From that day in 1980 when I opened Carol's Travel Service up through the present, I have operated under the philosophy that everyone has their place in the grand scheme of things. We are tremendously lucky to visit such amazing destinations -- and to come home to so many riches back home.
I've worked hard over the years to keep myself keyed into the trends and changes in the industry, earning qualifications such as Certified Travel Consultant from the Institute of Certified Travel Agents and Master Cruise Counselor from the Cruise Lines International Association. The years have taught me how to turn on a dime and adapt to whatever comes my way, which is an important talent in this ever- evolving profession.
While I am actively involved in all phases of the business, I focus on group sales for cruises, escorted tours, packages and customized itineraries. I plan trips for groups of 20 - 400 including family reunions, association travel, clubs, alumni and special interest groups. Since I have completed many century bike rides, marathons and triathlons, I stay involved with our endurance sports groups and adventure travelers. Each group has its own personality, and I strive to deliver the experience they're looking for, whether it's a gathering of 15 or 150.
When it's time for my own travel, my favorite trips are those that bring me into the great outdoors. As an Alaska Destination Specialist and Backroads Inside Track Specialist, I believe there's no better way to see and feel a destination than to experience it up-close and personal, whether it's hiking, horseback riding or biking. It allows you to see things you'd never come in contact with otherwise. Small wonder, then, that some of my travel highlights have included river rafting in southern Montana, biking all the way around the Big Island of Hawaii and navigating a motor cruiser around the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. I'm a big fan of exotic destinations like East and South Africa and the Galapagos - I love the game drive, and I enjoy the history of Europe, with its small cobblestone roads, age-old buildings and slower pace of life.
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Dan Lekki
Vice President Areas of Expertise:
Travel is in my blood. As Carol's son, I basically grew up in the industry, and I have always loved going to new places and experiencing other cultures. Since joining Carol's Travel Service in 1999, I have dedicated myself to handling most of the day-to-day administration and operations of the agency as well as marketing and promotions. Having majored in public relations, I consider myself a real people person. I enjoy making personal connections with customers and exploring new avenues of business for the agency. I also get a great deal of satisfaction out of representing the company through my everyday contact with vendors and potential clients.
When people talk with me about travel, I always advise them to step outside of the box and explore the unknown during their trips rather than confine themselves to a rigid agenda. For instance, in Hawaii – my favorite place for a vacation -- I like to get in the car, drive around and look for activities, restaurants and experiences that are off the beaten path. I have applied that theory to experiences around the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico, Europe and South America, and it always rewards me with little surprises and big memories.
Over the years I've come to appreciate the high level of service that our travel consultants provide for their clients. The team at Carol's Travel strives to be everything to everyone. When you combine the knowledge and experience of the various members of our staff, it results in a world of resources for the people we assist.
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