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Our Travel Specialists
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 | Mary Ann Ramsey, CTC, DS, ASA, President of Betty Maclean Travel, Inc.
Interests & Specialties Mary Ann Ramsey, CTC, DS, ASA is a nationally recognized travel consultant who specializes in multigenerational family travel, customized safaris to Africa and India, private jet travel, and most recently, space travel with Virgin Galactic! Whatever the destination, Ms. Ramsey uses her expertise as a consultant and fellow world traveler when planning any trip with her clients.
Expert Bio
Awards and Recognition
- Rosewood Hotels & Resorts - Rosewood Elite Program, 2008
- Noted in The Official Filthy Rich Handbook, 2008
- Oceania Cruises Cruise Connoisseur Club, 2008
- Voted ASTA Travel Agent of the Year 2003, October 2003
- Cover story of Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, March 2006
- Travel + Leisure Magazine 'The A-List of Travel Super-Agents’, 2008, 2007 Ultra-Luxury Agent; 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002
- Condè Nast Traveler Magazine ‘World’s Top Travel Specialists’ 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000 - Specialty Multi-generational travel
- Selected as Finalist for Godmother of Royal Caribbean International’s Liberty of the Seas 2007
Appointments and Committees
- Forbes Traveler 400 Board Member, appointed 2008, 2006
Virtuoso Member Advisory Board, elected 2007
Cambridge Beaches Advisory Board, appointed May 2007
Virtuoso Ethics Committee, appointed 2007
Selected by Virgin Galactic to be an Accredited Space Agent, December 2006
ResidenSea Ambassador, appointed 2006
TCS Expeditions Advisory Board, appointed 2004
Silversea Cruises Advisory Board, appointed 2004
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Travel Agent Advisory Board, appointed 2004
Abercrombie & Kent Advisory Board, appointed 1998
Travel + Leisure Magazine’s Travel Agent Advisory Board
Member of Virtuoso Tour Committee
Forum Club of Southwest Florida Program Committee
Credentials
- CTC (Certified Travel Counselor) since 1984
- Accredited Destination Specialist (DS) in Europe, Africa and South Pacific
Media Appearances
- Guest on WGCU 90.1FM Gulf Coast Live! Radio Show
- Guest on Wall Street Wrap Up television program
- Guest on local NBC News, WINK News, and ABC News Television
- WGCU (PBS station) – Expressions magazine travel columnist
|  | Betsy Patton, CTC, DS, Senior Travel Consultant Email: Betsy@BettyMacleanTravel.com
Interests & Specialties
I have traveled extensively to most parts of the world including: Europe, Caribbean, Africa, Egypt, Dubai, Southeast Asia, India and South America. My specialties include Luxury Small Ship cruising, World Cruises, Private Jet programs and African Safaris. I also provide my clients customized itineraries upon request. In the past 12 months, I have traveled with Orient-Express Safaris to Southern Africa, sailed on Silversea Cruises from Dubai to Singapore, Holland America Line and Princess Cruises to the Caribbean. I published an article in é Bella magazine detailing my experiences in Southern Africa with Orient-Express Safaris. I am a TCS Expeditions Specialist.
Expert Bio
Travel is my passion! First and foremost are planning exciting and memorable travel experiences for my clients. My enthusiasm for exploring the world, whether a new destination or a treasured favorite, has made me knowledgeable and given me first-hand experience in many corners of the globe. I have sailed on almost every luxury cruise ship, traveled by private jet, stayed in many of the world’s luxury hotels and explored sights by private car and guide. These experiences have allowed me to better serve my clients.
Read Betsy Patton's complete bio here
Contact Betsy at Betsy@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips
One of my most recent trips took me to Napa Valley in California. While never leaving the U.S. it truly felt like we had been transported to a wine region in Italy or France. Rolling hills covered with vineyards with a light that seems to be special to only wine areas. Napa Valley is a wine and food lover’s paradise. Wine tasting goes on every day at most of the vineyards so you have numerous opportunities to sample old favorites as well as new wines. One afternoon, after an extensive orientation in the tasting room, we were taken into the caves where the barrels of wine are aged and stored. We were then treated to a tasting straight from the barrel using a thief! Famous restaurants abound in Napa Valley where the tradition is to bring your own wine. (They all also have extensive selections of local wines!) French Laundry, Mustard’s, Tra Vigne are just a few of the popular and delicious restaurants. There is even a drive-up burger “joint” that serves fine wines – the line here on a weekend afternoon is amazing!
|  | Tina Vincent, CTA, DS, Senior Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties ∞ Europe ∞ Luxury Cruising ∞ Adventure Travel in Australia and Africa ∞ Alaska Exploration ∞ Expedition Cruising with CruiseWest Specialist ∞ Voyager Club Host
Expert Bio
Tina loves to travel and share her experiences with clients. In her 20 years with Betty Maclean Travel she has traveled to every continent but one - and Antarctica is definitely still on her wish list! Her intimate knowledge of exciting destinations will assist you in planning that dream adventure. She's a Certified Travel Associate and Destination Specialist for South Pacific, France and North America. Tina@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips
I experienced the 'mysteries of the Orient' with Regent Seven Seas aboard the Mariner! We visited Hong Kong, Vietnam, Bangkok, Thailand and Singapore in luxury, with educational and fun shore excursions!
|  | Claudia Gordon, CTC, DS, ACC, Ambassador for The World of Residensea, Senior Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties
I have traveled extensively to most parts of the world including: Asia, India, East and South Africa, Egypt, Russia, United Kingdom and the Continent of Europe. Italy has been a yearly vacation for each of the past 10 years.
My specialties include luxury small ships, residential ships, private jet travel, and world cruises. I also love hotels! Wherever I travel, I enjoy learning about hotels. Once a client selected a hotel in Florence, Italy from a guidebook, which I knew they wouldn’t like. While I was in Italy, I photographed it and then took photographs of the hotel where I thought they should stay. I sent the photographs and suggested they reconsider. My clients phoned and thanked me and said they wouldn’t trust a guidebook or an internet website - only me.
Expert Bio
To say my passion is travel is an understatement! I have sailed on almost every luxury cruise ship and the only residential luxury ship at sea, on safari in East and Southern Africa, sailed by private yacht, stayed in many of the world’s luxury hotels and explored sights by private car and guide. These experiences have allowed me to better serve my clients.
Read Claudia Gordon's complete bio here
Contact Claudia at Claudia@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips My most recent trip was to South Africa with Wilderness Safaris. We went on safari to Botswana, with visits to Zambia and Zimbabwe. Southern Africa is amazing, with a diversity of wildlife, people and geography!
|  | Lois Moran, CTC, DS, Senior Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties
I have traveled extensively to most parts of the world including: Europe, Africa, Middle East, China, South America and India. My specialties include World Cruises, Private Jet programs and luxury small ship cruising. I also provide my clients customized itineraries upon request. In the past 12 months, I have traveled on Abercrombie & Kent’s Private Jet, Silversea Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Holland America Line and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. I am a TCS Expeditions Specialist.
Expert Bio
I am passionate about travel! I love planning memorable travel experiences for my clients. My enthusiasm for exploring new destinations and revisiting favorite places has enabled me to become knowledgeable – with first-hand experience about many destinations. I have sailed on almost every luxury cruise ship, traveled by private jet, and explored sights by private car and guide. These experiences have allowed me to better serve my clients.
Read Lois Moran's complete bio here
Contact Lois at Lois@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips
I recently sailed on the Silversea ship Silver Shadow from Lisbon to Las Palmas. A short rest stop after my flight with a stay on at the beautiful Lapa Palace in Lisbon. It is a gem of a Orient Express property and the former home of the Duke of Valencia. The ship sailed from Lisbon and after a leisurely day at sea sailed on to Malaga where we enjoyed a Voyager Club shore event touring the city and ending with a delicious luncheon at Reid’s Palace hotel – another Orient Express property. The ship then sailed on to Cadiz , Casablanca, Funchal and then Santa Cruz Canary Islands and ending in Las Palmas. The trip was a wonderful mix of interesting Spanish and Moroccan cultures.
|  | Lillian Rudd, CTC, DS, Senior Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties ∞ Adventure Travel in Africa ∞ Alaska destination specialist ∞ TCS Expeditions Specialist ∞ Luxury Cruising ∞ Private Jet Tours ∞ Voyager Club Host
Expert Bio
Lillian has more fun traveling than anyone else you will ever work with. She has been in the business for 12 years. She has earned her CTC and is a Destination Specialist for Western Europe and the South Pacific. Her favorite place to visit is sub Saharan Africa, where on a recent trip she got to brush noses with one of the camp's resident elephants! She has been featured in Town and Country Travel. Her dream trip would be a private jet tour visiting many interesting destinations in luxury and comfort. Lillian@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips I recently experienced the wonders of St. Petersburg and the surrounding areas where I got to explore the Hermitage Winter Palace and Petrodvorets, Peter the Great's palace with it's beautiful water gardens and traditional Russian architecture.
|  | Carol Netzer, CTA, DS, Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties ∞ Luxury Cruising ∞ Carribean Travel and Adventure ∞ Regent Seven Seas Cruises Travel Specialist ∞ Holland America Specialist ∞ Spa Specialist
Expert Bio
After 47 years in the business Carol still says "I could live in Italy, or cruise for the rest of my life". In the meantime, Carol is our Caribbean specialist and is also a Destination Specialist for France and the South Pacific. Her extensive travels have afforded her an intimate knowledge of the world's best destinations - favorites such as Greece, Italy, and the rest of the Mediterranean - in addition to the world’s best cruise lines – Regent Seven Seas, Seabourn, Silversea, and Holland America. Carol has been with Betty Maclean Travel, Inc. since 1997. CarolN@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips
I recently sailed on the Regent Voyager in the Mediterranean. This ship has it all….fine dining with complimentary wines and beverages in a choice of 4 dining rooms, good entertainment in the show room and lounges, very well planned shore tours are offered and a warm and wonderful staff that makes the experience feel like you are with long time friends that are genuinely happy to provide the best service possible.
|  | Debby Denham, CTC, DS, ACC, Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties
∞ Windstar Cruises Travel Specialist ∞ Adventure and Specialty Travel Specialist ∞ Expedition Cruising with CruiseWest Specialist ∞ Travel for Photographers ∞ Voyager Club Host ∞ Princess Cruises Certified Expert - Commodore Level
Expert Bio
Debby’s dream trip would be to explore the Galapagos at length! She has earned her CTC and is a Designation Specialist for France, Western Europe, South Pacific and Specialty Travel. Her favorite ship…..Crystal Serenity. She has traveled extensively during her 12 years in the travel industry. Debby can help you create that “trip of a lifetime”. Debby@BettyMacleanTravel.com
|  | Jen Mitchell, ECC, Travel Consultant Email: Jen@BettyMacleanTravel.com
Interests & Specialties ∞ Alaska Destination Specialist ∞ Princess Cruises Commodore ∞ Cunard Line Commodore ∞ Holland America Line Academy Graduate ∞ Silversea Cruises Specialist ∞ Celebrity Cruises Specialist ∞ Crystal Cruises Specialist ∞ College of Disney Knowledge Graduate ∞ WOW Graduate for Royal Caribbean International ∞ Certified Hawaii Destination Specialist ∞ View Jen's blog here! www.CruiseWithJen.blogspot.com
Expert Bio
Jen Mitchell was born in Montreal, Canada and raised in Boca Raton, Fl. She attended Florida State University where she met and married her husband, Will. Jen loves to help clients plan the perfect travel experience. Travel is her passion, she has been all over the world. During high school, she lived in Israel for a year. She describes it as an amazing cultural experience. Jen@BettyMacleanTravel.com Jen has worked her way up the highest professional designation from Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) - Elite Cruise Counselor. To achieve this rank she had to pass a rigorous training program combining both theoretical and practical experience in cruising. She has taken many classes, and has both visited and sailed upon many ships as a prerequisite for this rank
My Recent Trips I had the pleasure of cruising on the Crystal Serenity this December and this was the most enjoyable and relaxing cruise I have ever taken. I cruised from Aruba to Miami and made stops in St. Barts, St. Maarten, and Grand Turk. The crew was so friendly and took care of our every need. We were greeted by our names almost everywhere we frequented onboard and felt like part of the Crystal family. The cuisine was fabulous anywhere we chose to dine, some of my favorites being Tastes, The Bistro, Scoops, and the Buffet. If you would like to read more about my experience on the Crystal Serenity please visit my blog www.CruiseWithJen.Blogspot.com.
|  | Cassie McMillion, Travel Consultant Email: Cassie@BettyMacleanTravel.com
Expert Bio
As a native Louisianan, Cassie was raised in New Iberia, so naturally she has an inherent relationship with French culture.
She became interested in travel while attending the University of Louisiana. During her years at school in Lafayette, she had the opportunity to study overseas, French Impressionism and French literature in the city of light, Paris. During her tenure in Paris, Cassie said that it opened up the world for her and at the same time, defined her career goals. The decision was made, even before she left Paris, that she would pursue a profession that would further develop my knowledge of the world and cultures and use that knowledge to enhance her clients travel experience.
She worked at the Ritz Carlton in New Orleans, and after Hurricane Katrina, relocated to Naples and continued her career with the Ritz Carlton in Naples, FL as a Destination Services Manager. In this position, she handled all off-site activities for large groups, designed theme events, coordinated beautiful weddings and made each client’s vision come to fruition.
Her favorite destination at the moment is Italy’s Amalfi Coast. From the picturesque towns to the food and wine, and the hospitality of the locals, it may have been one of the most relaxing places she ever had the pleasure of visiting.
Her other passions are college football (Geaux Tigers), art, food, wine and spending as much time in New Orleans as she can find time for. View Cassie's blog here! http://theartofthegetaway.blogspot.com/ Email Cassie at Cassie@BettyMacleanTravel.com
|  | Carol Bisceglia, CTA, DS, Independent Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties ∞ Africa ∞ Western Europe ∞ Luxury Cruises and River Cruises ∞ Crystal Cruises Travel Specialist
Expert Bio
Carol has been in the travel industry over 20 years. She is able to bring her personal enthusiasm for luxury travel and attention to detail to the travel arrangements she makes for her clients. Her favorite travel experiences have been to East Africa with Abercrombie & Kent, European River cruising with Intrav, and her favorite Cruise Lines are Crystal, Seabourn and Silversea. Carol will be happy to custom tailor a trip for you and your family. CarolB@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips Sailing with Seabourn through Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam to Hong Kong.
The Seabourn itinerary was wonderful and going into Vietnam today is quite an experience. Seabourn's ships are always wonderful with the all suite accommodations and personalized service - all inclusive
|  | Judith Stang, CTA, DS, Independent Travel Advisor Email: Judith@BettyMacleanTravel.com
Interests & Specialties
- Ireland
- France
- Holland
- Scandinavian Countries
- Orient Express, Hotels, Trains, and Cruises
Expert Bio Her professional travel experience goes back over 30 years, beginning as a tour guide taking American visitors to medieval banquets and tours from Shannon Ireland. She has traveled all over the world and has planned and booked trips for clients to every continent.
Her passion is to help people plan a memorable trip. Her clients come back year-after-year for suggestions and to work on their next adventure. She has arranged many tours and cruises for families, grandparents, parents, and their children, including reunions and honeymoons.
My Recent Trips
- Indo China including Bangkok, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos
- Kenya
- Botswana and South Africa
- Chile, Easter Island, Argentina
- Peru
- Silversea Cruises: Canary Islands, Morocco, Madeira and Lisbon
- Crystal: New York to Miami, via Bermuda
|  | Lynne Adams, CTA, ACC, Independent Travel Consultant
Interests & Specialties ∞ Australia Destination Specialist ∞ Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist ∞ Adventure Travel Specialist ∞ Cruising Specialist
Expert Bio
Lynne is an Australian Destination Specialist for Tourism Australia; has a specialty of arranging destination wedding travel and honeymoons; a member of the Celebrity Cruises Leadership Business Development Team in 2006 and is an approved Virtuoso Host.
Prior to joining Betty Maclean Travel, Inc., Lynne was affiliated for many years with Jean Melcher Travel in Bonita Springs, and started the concept of “solo travelers refined” group travel for sophisticated singles. Lynne was a former owner of It’s Just Lunch, the dating service for busy professionals here in Naples/Ft Myers and Sarasota and now is matching clients with the perfect travel arrangements. Lynne@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips London and the Cotswold's Kenya and Tanzania with Micato Safari Tours Adelaide and Tasmania Australia for Corroboree 2009 South Australia, Kangaroo Island and Flinders Ranges with Southern World Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane with Travel2 New Zealand on Princess Cruise Galapagos and Ecuador with Celebrity Expedition Prague and Budapest with Patriot Travel and Superior Buenos Aires, Bariloche, Calafate, Iguassu Falls, Angentina with Mai10 Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore, Thailand, Bali and Hong Kong Silversea Cruise to Copenhagen, British Isles, Iceland, Norway Crystal Cruise to the Western Caribbean Silversea Cruise to St. Petersburg, Russia and Northern Europe
|  | Karen Pickrum, CTC, DS, Director of Sales and Marketing
Expert Bio Karen@BettyMacleanTravel.com
My Recent Trips
I recently traveled the Caribbean with Regent Seven Seas! One of the many benefits of living in Southwest Florida is close proximity to the cruise ports in and around Miami - I was able to enjoy this incredibly relaxing cruise without the hassle of flying or worrying about baggage restrictions. The cruise itself was wonderful; the staff and service are truly among the best in the industry. I was able to enjoy the Caribbean in complete comfort and luxury!
|  | Introducing - Zahra!
Expert Bio
Zahra, a British Black Labrador Retriever, was born July 4, 2007 and joined the Ramsey and Betty Maclean Travel family in October. She's already well-traveled, having made road trips from Florida to Michigan twice, with a side trip to Ohio! She loves to swim and play fetch, and visit all of her friends in the office!
My Recent Trips Zahra's most recent trip was to New Orleans!! Her most memorable moment was walking down Magazine Street in the Garden District.
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