Today we’d like to introduce you to Michelle Strawinski.
Hi Michelle, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself
Some of my fondest memories from growing up are traveling with my mom and sisters, especially to Disney World! My mom is a nurse and would work extra shifts to help pay for our vacations. I followed in her footsteps of not only becoming a nurse but also taking my own three little girls on vacations not only at Disney World but to other exciting places! I currently work two jobs as a nurse and have my job as a travel agent. I love the connection between the two as I get to help others with their physical, mental and emotional health as a nurse but then can continue this by helping clients with their self-care through travel. I became a travel agent in 2019 just before the pandemic started and to say it has been interesting for the last few years is an understatement! I like helping my clients book their trips so they get to enjoy and explore all parts of the world! I’m also happy when they send me pictures during their trip to tell me what an amazing time they are having and share with me the memories they are making! I truly believe there is nothing like travel to help connect people, soothe the soul and rejuvenate from the stressors of everyday life!
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
I became a travel agent a year before COVID started so there have definitely been some bumps in the road but I have viewed them all as learning opportunities. Being patient during long hold times, learning how to navigate travel guidelines for different states and countries and the importance of travel protection are just a few of the many things I have learned during the last two years. I know everyone will start to travel again when they are comfortable and it’s a privilege to be able to help clients when they are ready for new adventures.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
I became a travel agent in 2019 due to my love of all things Disney and anything to do with travel! I am a nurse by day and plan trips at night for friends, families and new clients! I love to help create vacations because they give people a chance to relax and unwind from everyday life all while making unforgettable memories! I am a huge supporter of self care and think it is an integral part of maintaining one’s health including good work-life balance.
I specialize in planning trips to: all Disney destinations, Universal Studios, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, cruises, girls’ trips and family vacations.
What sets me apart from others is that I provide my full service to clients from giving them vacation ideas, to creating customized quotes, providing thorough itineraries, being able to help with any issues during the trip and follow-up after the trip to see how the experience was.
I would want the readers to know that I am very organized, committed and will help create the most memorable vacation ever for you!
Is there anyone you’d like to thank or give credit to?
My husband Stephen and our three girls are very supportive of me and this adventurous role I have taken on! They are patient when I have work to do and listen when I tell them about the new places I research for clients.
My boss Kristi Upton is the one who opened the door to the amazing career of travel planning and she is always supportive of me, answers questions when I have them and celebrates with me when I have met my goals.
My mom Brunella and my sisters Lisa and Jaime are also very supportive and are constantly referring their friends to me so I can help book their trips as well.
Contact Info:
- Email: michelle.strawinski@adventurustravel.com
- Website: https://adventurustravel.com/agent-details.aspx?AgentID=153959
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellestrawinski.travelagent/
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/michellestrawinskiadventurustravelagent/
