(19 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Michelle Karn

Columbus, OH
My Travels and Experience

My travels have enriched my life by giving me the opportunity to experience new places and cultures, to taste new foods and wines and to bring home fond memories. .
From the Tuscan Hills of Italy to the Great Bazaar in Turkey, from the pubs o...
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River Cruising, Italy and All Inclusive

River cruising has been extremely popular in recent years and those that have sailed always return with rave reviews. I decided it was time for me to experience river cruising and come to my own conclusions. In May, I sailed on the Seine from Paris to Normandy's Landing Beaches on Avalon's Creativity. I must confess, it exceeded my expectations! The ship was spotless and the intimate size made it perfect for a relaxing yet exciting journey. The staff was amazing and went out of their way to make passengers feel pampered and well taken care of. The cruise director was always accessible to answer questions making sure each passenger was enjoying their trip. This would not be possible on a large cruise ship. Excursions that were included in the fare were well planned and enriching. The tour guides were outstanding and gave colorful accounts of the places visited. I fell in love with the picturesque Normandy countryside, especially Monet's garden in Giverny and the village of Auvers Sur Oise where Picasso spent his last months. No words can accurately describe the beauty of the region. For those interested in history, the excursion to the D-Day landing beaches proved to be a somber yet rewarding experience. To visit the memorials pays tribute to the many soldiers that lost their lives. I found the people of France to be gracious and friendly belying the rumors of their cold manners. I always felt welcomed. Traveling along the river from one of the most romantic cities in the world was one of the best times of my life. With the many itineraries Avalon Waterways offers I will be sure to be sailing with them in the future.

My Reviews

39 of 66 people found this review helpful
Thanks, Michelle!
We've had such wonderful travel experiences with Michelle's help! Michelle is a great listener, a researcher, and a helpful advisor.
By  Happy Travelers  from  Columbus, Ohio
Traveled to  Spain, France, Italy
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Michelle Karn responded:
It has been my pleasure to assist you. Thank you for your appreciation.

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30 of 48 people found this review helpful
Can't Imagine a Better Travel Agent!
Michelle has arranged several trips for us over the last 5 years ranging from a winter getaway to Riviera Maya, an Alaska cruise with land tours, a 10-day guided tour to Tuscany from Rome, and most recently, a (perfect) two-week trip to northern Italy.

We can't say enough good things about Michelle. She knows her business well enough to suggest worthwhile options about where to go, where to stay, and how to get there. Every itinerary she's done for us has been flawless. She pays attention to the details, and always follows up.

We've recommended Michelle to family and friends, and can't imagine ever planning another trip without her.
By  Jay and Barbara  from  Westerville, Ohio
Traveled to  Milan ~ Italy ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Michelle Karn responded:
Your enthusiasm for travel and your zest for life have made it my pleasure to both know you and be a part of your travel planning. Thank you for your kind words of appreciation.

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66 of 121 people found this review helpful
Best Trip
Michelle was terrific from day one! She was extremely easy to work with on my family trip. She was very responsive and knowledgeable about our trip location, fly info, and etc. I personally have never worked with a travel leaders in the past. Any fear was out the door after a quick 5-minute face to face with Michelle.

Moving forward I will let Michelle do the planning of future trips and I will just claim all the great reviews from my family. Highly recommend.


By  Arsenal Guy   from  Dublin, Ohio
Traveled to  Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Michelle Karn responded:
Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review. Your kind words are appreciated. I am so glad you enjoyed your vacation and look forward to assisting you in the future.

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71 of 131 people found this review helpful
Arranges Memorable Vacations
We have used Michelle's services for many years. She's arranged an escorted tour in Italy, several cruises, and many vacations to Sandals all-inclusive resorts for us. She takes the time to listen to what you desire in an ideal vacation, and then researches the best options to book a memorable vacation at the best price. She has traveled extensively and can draw on her own personal experience in making recommendations.

Probably the most valuable part of using Michelle's services is that you know you have a reliable person who has your back in case unexpected issues come up during travel. One year we were returning from a Sandals resort in Jamaica. Our phones were turned off due to high cost of international cell phone service, but we had wifi at the airport and could access our email. That's when we learned that our flight was delayed. She kept in touch with us about more delays, which was most appreciated.

We would highly recommend Michelle Karn for all of your travel nee
By  TropicBon  from  Powell, OH
Traveled to  Panama Canal ~ Panama ~ Central America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Michelle Karn responded:
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I am truly happy that you have enjoyed your travel experiences.

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11 of 15 people found this review helpful
The most exciting trip yet
Ms. Karn is a perfect travel agent she gets it done right.
By  Perfect trip  from  Columbus Ohio
Traveled to  Egypt ~ Africa
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Destination Expert:

  • Europe
  • Mediterranean
  • Italy
  • Caribbean
  • Mexico

Travel Specialist:

  • River Cruises
  • European Culture
  • Family Vacations
  • All Inclusive
  • Disney Vacations

Top Travel Partners:

  • Avalon Waterways
  • Viking
  • Inclusive Collection – World of Hyatt
  • Globus
  • Disney Cruise Line

Certifications/Awards:

  • Italy Tourist Board Certification
  • Globus Specialist Certification
  • AMResorts Master Agent
  • ClIA Accredited Cruise Counselor
  • College of Disney Knowledge

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