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Daniel Oppliger

El Paso, TX

Group Travel Expert

 

I have been immersed in the travel industry since relocating to El Paso in 1986. Initially, I worked with a local tour operator before venturing out on my own.Over the years, I've developed specialties in Destination Resorts and River Cru...
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I have been immersed in the travel industry since relocating to El Paso in 1986. Initially, I worked with a local tour operator before venturing out on my own.Over the years, I've developed specialties in Destination Resorts and River Cruises, specifically traveling to Turkey and China. I have organized group trips across the globe and visited 65 countries, leading tours extensively in Australia, Chile, China, Costa Rica, and Turkey.

In my capacity as a travel agent and advisor, I have also coordinated group travel to Argentina and Chile. As both a travel agent and tour guide, I focus on river cruises with premier vendors like Avalon. I appreciate Avalon for its spacious cabins and beds that offer stunning water views.

For group bookings, Ama Waterways simplifies the reservation process, allowing you to hold your space while you finalize your plans.I am dedicated to meeting all your group travel requirements and excel at creating balanced itineraries. I help your group steer clear of tourist traps while incorporating enjoyable activities into your travel schedule, like evening performances.

Feel free to inquire about experiences such as yachting adventures, bicycle rentals, or specialized programs.I cater to both large and small groups, whether private or organizational. As a travel agent specialist, I can transform any tour into a more relaxed and thrilling journey. I can identify the ideal suppliers to meet your travel needs, whether traveling as a group or solo.

Interested in visiting the floating markets of Asia? Or perhaps you wish to taste authentic Turkish cuisine? Whatever your preference, I can help you book a vacation that brings your travel dreams to life.I possess strong negotiation skills with vendors, ensuring you can secure a river cabin or hotel upgrade without additional costs. Reach out for my expertise in booking a unique river cruise or crafting an extraordinary travel experience.

 

Contact us today for all the details. An El Paso Texas Travel Agency.

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Solar Eclipse Travel Specialist

Solar Eclipse Cruise Australia 2011

Beginning in 1991, I have been taking clients all over the world with one-of-a-kind total solar eclipse experiences including Africa, Argentina, Australia, Baja California, Chile, China, Tahiti, Turkey, Java Sea of Indonesia and the USA.

Up next is Antarctica Dec. 4, 2021 followed by Australia Timor Sea April 20, 2023, then  Mazatlan - USA April 8, 2024.   We chose places where the weather is favorable and the length of the eclipse is longer.  For example in Chile we stayed in La Serena along the Pacific Coast. People were upset because we have to do a two hour bus ride inland to our eclipse encampment.  On the mountain the probability of clear skies was 89+ percent.  In La Serena it was 20% chance of clear skies.

My first excursions was trip to the Baja Peninsula for 85 people in an RV caravan to view the total solar eclipse from the warm embrace of La Paz, Mexico.What started as a unique request for one customer has turned in to an adventure that has now been enjoyed by close to a 1300 clients.

Tropical Sails Corp chartered the Windjammer Barefoot tall ships for the solar eclipse off Guadeloupe in 1998. Chartered ships included the Fantome, the Polynesia, the Legacy, the Mandalay and the new Star Clipper ship.  This led to expanding our offerings to cruise ships!

In 1999 Tropical Sails Corp organized a two week Turkey tour for 33 people sailing in private yachts past the Ephesus, the Dardanelles and Bosporus into the Black Sea.

In 2001, I led a Five Country African Safari covering 3000 miles through South Eastern Africa on safaris and riding in dugout canoes.

In 2008, they took a group on the Silk Road Adventure in China- From the Great Wall to the Xian City wall and Terracotta warriors we traveled by air, plane, and bus the great Silk Road of China. History came alive as we ride bicycles around the Xian city wall and camels in desert.  Many of Tropical Sails Corps clients zip-lined down the mountain from White Pagoda Hill.

In 2009 Tropical Sails led a group on the traditional China Tour and Yangtze Cruise. The Great Wall to mahjong by the Temple of Heaven, our group visited all the sites in Beijing.  In Xian we saw the Terracotta warriors, on to the Yangtze for three relaxing nights with great floor shows each night.  In Shanghai we literally played atop the Oriental TV Tower.  Onto the gardens of Suzhou and Hangzhou we toured.

In 2011Tropical Sails clients cruised the Australian coast and the Great Barrier Reef.  visiting ports along the way as we saw koalas, trains, a river in Brisbane and reef trips all for a great time down under.

In 2012 we sailed from Singapore to the Java Sea for the total solar eclipse.

For the August 21, 2017 Total Solar Eclipse we had 5 coach tours from Salt Lake City, UT. One was a luxury tour the others standard coach tours.

2019 and 2020 led us to Chile and Argentina. In Chile we stayed at luxury resorts Alto Atacama Lodge and Spa, andBeyond ira Vira in Pucon.

2021 was with Atlas Ocean Voyages to Antarctica.

Sunny Mazatlan in 2024 at the just opened, for us, Dreams Estrella del Mar.