Miriam Garcia

Davis, CA

Portugal Travel Agent Professional

While plenty of people consider vacations to nearby Spain or England, they overlook Portugal, which is really a shame. That is why I love to redirect people’s thoughts sometimes when it comes to vacation planning. Portugal is one place you don’t want to leave off of your life’s travel itinerary.Visiting Portugal is a journey into a land rich in culture and history. More than 800 kilometers (about 500 miles) of attractive Atlantic Ocean shoreline adorn the nation. The city of Lisbon is located at the mouth of the Tagus River, making it one of the most beautiful places in the world. In the 15th and 16th centuries, Portuguese explorers embarked on epic journeys of discovery, and the country's maritime history has flourished ever since. The core of Portugal is a mix of impressive mountain ranges in the north and huge, sun-drenched plains in the center. Stunning coves and shallow seas line some of Europe's top beaches in the south. Stone-built villages, charming towns, and cosmopolitan cities are scattered across the region, where ancient palaces and castles, museums, and monasteries are ready to welcome visitors. While in Portugal, you also want to visit Madeira, known as the Garden Isle and the Azores archipelago, known forits subtropical and lush green landscape. As your travel advisor to Portugal, I also want to call your attention to a place, such as Sintra, a charming town that sits inside the hills of Serra de Sintra. The magical town conveys its charms with pine-covered hills and fairy-tale palaces, glorious villas and the remains of a Moorish castle. Sintra's idyllic setting, atop a wooded mountain range is enough of a reason to pay a visit to this quaint town and its settings. For this reason, central Sintra has been designated a World Heritage cultural landscape by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).Romantic Sintra has long been a favored summer vacation spot for the Portuguese royal family anx a popular getaway for poets and authors, including William Beckford and Lord Byron. Many of the homes in the old town are painted in the quaint and welcoming pastels of mustard, pink, and lilac.The National Palace of Sintra dominates the plaza. WIth its distinctive conical chimneys, the elegant building leaves an impression you soon won’t forget. Spanning several stories, the palace contains distinctive and memorable decors. One of the must-see areas of the palace is Sala dos Brasoes, a domed hall adorned with 72 coats of arms of Portuguese families.Are you ready to plan a trip to Portugal? If so, let me be your travel agent advisor. I have the knowledge and insight needed to make your travel planning seamless, streamlined, fun, and easy. Let’s talk about your vacation today. Give me a call at your earliest opportunity.

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England Vacation Travel Agent Professional

Not all travels to England involve riding the double-decker buses or staying at an upscale hotel near Buckingham palace. As an England vacation travel agent professional, I can arrange those activities if you wish, but I also can plan trips for people who wish to hike or walk. There are few cities that can match London's unique blend of urban and rural elements. With 7.5 million residents, London is the most populous city in Western Europe, yet still manages to maintain an impressive amount of green space. When you look at the city as a whole, you'll find that more than a third of it is covered with greenery, from the famed parks and gardens to the canalside pathways to the abandoned railway lines and reclaimed industrial landscapes. In addition to providing a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of the world's most dynamic cities, these secret pathways are a delight to explore on your own. There are still a surprising number of unspoiled areas in southeast England despite the city's sprawling surroundings. Just about everything in London can be reached by fast rail services, and it's astonishing how far you can travel in one day without missing out on a pleasant stroll and a delicious meal at a pub or cafe. The lush North Downs and the more open North Wessex and South Downs are found to the south and west of the metropolis. In addition to the New Forest's immense old woods, the shoreline around Hastings and the undulating terrain to the west display stunning expanses of sandstone cliffs. The Chilterns and the endless flatlands of the Fens near Ely lie to the north, while the Thames links a string of charming cities and villages to the west of the city. From the Kent Weald to the eerily barren chalk uplands of the Wessex Downs, there is a dramatic range of scenery around the city. There has always been a lot of human activity in the southeast of England, which can be seen in the Iron Age forts, medieval field terraces, and great country-house estates that dot the landscape. Besides walking and viewing the magnificent landscapes, I suggest, as your travel agent professional, you visit some of England’s unique historic buildings. For example, you won’t want to miss a visit to Blenheim Palace, Vangrugh’s tribute to the Duke of Marlborough’s win over the French. The estate is divided into a house and mausoleum. You also must venture to Hampton Court, a spectacular attraction beside the Thames. The Tudor-designed home served as the residence for luminaries, such as Henry VIIo and Oliver Cromwell. If you journey to Surrey, you also must visit he Watts Chapel, a Byzantine-fashioned church overlooking the countryside. England is the ideal place to enjoy long walks and historic places. Let me serve as your travel agent specialist for this popular European country. Give me a call today to book a vacation now.

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28 of 49 people found this review helpful

Outstanding

Our trip organized by Miriam was OUTSTANDING. Huge kudos to her for her knowledge of the areas we wanted to visit, her attention to detail, and ability to stay within our budget for an incredibly memorable trip!

By Susan Wood from Florida
Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends