An Ohio native, Mary started her travel career in Columbus in 2000. By 2006, she opened her own agency. A beach/sun lover at heart, Mary relocated to Florida in 2014. Mary has traveled extensively throughout the world. Mary specializes in Honeymoons, Destination Weddings, Vow Renewals, Romantic Getaways, Family Travel and Groups.
I have a BS degree in Hospitality Management specializing in Travel & Tourism from San Jose State University. I have worked in many areas of the travel industry including hotels and destination wholesalers. I specialize in family vacations, cruises, and all leisure travel. I am excited to be a China Expert for Imperial Tours. I would love the opportunity to work directly with you to help plan a memorable vacation of a lifetime.
"An expatriate." From the time I was nine years old, that was what I wanted to be when I grew up. This ambition was achieved by years spent living in London, the Czech Republic, Turkey, and Spain. Furthermore, I have visited more than 40 countries spanning six continents, including China, Japan, and Mongolia. With over twenty years in the travel and hospitality industries, my expert service and knowledge helps clients craft memorable vacation experiences that delight the senses and broaden cultural understanding. Rudi Steele Travel is renowned as one of the pre-eminent purveyors of luxury travel in the Southwest U.S.
Ben has been passionate about travel since childhood, and it is his lifelong dream to be able to share that passion with others. Always advocating experiential travel, Ben is a strong believer in cultural immersion and pushing beyond “cookie cutter” experiences. Being a traveler is about more than being a passive viewer of one’s immediate surroundings — it’s about forging a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. Ben believes that curation and customization is essential. Whether it’s a two-week jaunt around Thailand, a villa rental in Tuscany, or a yoga retreat in Morocco, he’s here to build, customize, and arrange an experience that will give you memories that last a lifetime.
My first international trip was in 1970 and I've been traveling ever since. That first trip was the beginning of a passion that led to 30 years (and counting!) as a travel professional. I grew up in an Italian household and that heritage has led to a lifelong affair with Italy. I've traveled extensively to Africa, Europe, South America, the South Pacific and Asia.
Over the length of my career I've built a network of contacts that allows me to offer my clients exceptional service and support throughout the world. What I love is taking the time to learn about your travel style and goals, then using my knowledge and experience to create a unique itinerary – tailored to your preferences, schedule and budget. To me, luxury is not only in the linens but in the experiences within a well planned itinerary.
As a Travel Consultant for The Travel Authority, an American Express Travel Representative, I strive to make my clients' vacation dreams a reality. I am a graduate from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice (minors in History, Psychology, and Sociology), but I decided to turn my passion for travel into a career. Therefore, I completed Penn Foster Career School's Travel and Tourism Specialist certification program. Since then, I have been loving every minute of helping others plan their perfect trips. I would be more than happy to help you plan your perfect trip to China with Imperial Tours.
I began to travel in one of my first jobs and I simply loved it. Traveling is a recharge of energy and also a challenge. It is a way to learn new things and meet new friends, share with locals their culture and taste new flavors. You have to be open to good or bad experiences while traveling and this has helped me to grow in different ways. I have been working in tourism for more than 14 years and I love to advise my clients about the places I have visited ! I design each trip as it was for myself.
My career as a travel professional began in the mid 90s as a corporate agent for large companies; where I coordinated, scheduled and reserved business and group travel. After many years, and wonderful experiences, I decided to expand my travel knowledge and became a destinations expert for leisure travel. My ability to seek to understand my client's travel needs and sensitivity to budgets, has allowed me to become a value added service to my clients and the first person they contact when thinking about their travel needs. I believe in going over and above to ensure my clients not only enjoy their vacation, but feel confident with their invest and choice of destinations. Honesty and trust are valuable to me and I utilize these traits when working with my clients.
In my forty years of planning travel, I've come to live vicariously through my clients; each trip I plan is a labor of love. China is full of little known treasures and local surprises that shouldn't be missed. I'll utilize my expertise and contacts, so together, we can create an unforgettable experience.
As an American Express Travel Representative, I use my expertise and premium suppliers to ensure that my clients have a superlative experience. Partnering with Imperial Tours gives my luxury clients the personalized and unique experiences that they expect.
