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803-584-4475

Lead Consultant 


With over 17 years of expertise in the boutique luxury travel industry and a lifetime of global exploration, Renee brings unmatched destination insight and curated recommendations to every client she serves. Her firsthand experience and personal relationships across the globe make her a trusted resource for travelers who expect the extraordinary.

“To deliver the highest level of personalized service, we partner only with the most reputable providers in the industry. Our clients receive the dedicated attention of a personal travel consultant, backed by the influence and support of top-tier global partners.”

Renee holds numerous credentials in destination specialization and preferred supplier certifications. She is a recognized member of IATAN and has been named among the top luxury travel curators in the industry for 14 consecutive years by leading global travel brands.


Global Expertise

Renee’s in-depth knowledge spans a wide range of destinations and travel styles, with a focus on luxury, authenticity, and seamless execution.

🌴 South Pacific

  • Tahiti & French Polynesia

  • Fiji & the Cook Islands

  • Australia & New Zealand

  • Bali, Southeast Asia & Japan

🌍 Africa & The Middle East

  • South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania (Safari)

  • The Maldives & UAE

🌎 The Americas

  • Mexico

  • Central America: Costa Rica, Belize, Panama, Guatemala, Honduras

  • South America: Peru, Chile, Argentina, Patagonia, Antarctica, Ecuador, Galápagos Islands

  • USA & Canada

  • Hawaii & Alaska

🇪🇺 Europe & The UK

  • EU Countries

  • Ireland & Scotland

  • Iceland

🏝️ The Caribbean

  • All major Caribbean Islands

  • Bahamas & Bermuda


Cruise & Water-Based Travel

Renee is a specialist in luxury and niche cruise experiences, including:

  • Ocean Liners & Small Ships

  • River Cruises (Europe, Asia, Africa, U.S.)

  • Expedition Ships & Yachts - Worldwide

  • Sailing Ships & Paddlewheel Cruises (U.S. Rivers)

  • Barge Trips in Europe

  • Private Yachts & Catamarans (Tahiti, Fiji, Croatia & more)

  • The Aranui Freighter Cruise in French Polynesia


Your journey begins with someone who understands what luxury truly means. With Renee’s insider knowledge, trusted partnerships, and dedication to excellence, your travel experience will be seamless, inspired, and unforgettable.


 
 

 

         

 

 

 

Beginning March 1, 2025 all itineraries may be subject to a non-refundable Plan to Go Deposit.

 

Explore Europe's Best Kept Secrets & Hidden Treasures

Interested in avoiding crowds in Italy? Explore Stunning Architecture, Rich ... Read more


Find your Island in Tahiti

Honeymoon and romantic getaway packages including overwater bungalows, privat... Read more


Rhine Family River Cruise

So often as we plan our trips and next adventures we always want to try somet... Read more


Best of Tuscany, Florence & Rome!

This itinerary provides a good mix of art, history, culture, and landscapes, ... Read more


Royal Caribbean Specialty Dining for Two!

RISE TO THE VACATION! Take off on a vacay escape full of bold fun adventures ... Read more


Springtime in Paris!

by Traci

Springtime trip to Paris and London:  Our experience was amazing. We actually had a huge travel delay due to the airlines error but our travel was completely rebooked without any... Read more


Tahiti Honeymoon - Perfection - August

by G. Robinson

Renee was a huge help with booking my honeymoon! She was responsive, informative, and answered all of the questions I had. Everything about the trip went smoothly and that is... Read more


Girls' Cruise "Utopia of the Seas" -Spring Break

by Emma

The entire experience was great! Booking the trip with Renee was a breeze, and she made it super simple. She is very knowledgeable about traveling and does her best to... Read more


Tahiti Honeymoon

by Danny & Courtney

Travel Connection made planning our honeymoon so easy! We just had to pick where we wanted to go and what excursions we wanted to do. Renee was very professional and... Read more


Extremely responsive & helpful

by Randi

Extremely responsive and helpful. She worked and reworked and reworked to get within my budget. I highly recommend her! Read more


Awesome!

by Johnny from CA

Renee was awesome! I worked with someone else for 4 months prior to booking and that person could not get what I wanted. It took Renee less than a week... Read more


Honeymoon in Paradise!

by C. Lee

Hi Renee, It was amazing! The resort was beautiful and the staff was amazing! If we ever get the chance, we would absolutely love to go back.   Read more


Fun Fun Fun on St Lucia!

by Jeannie

Renee was so awesome. We had no idea where we wanted to go. I just said tropical. She was great to work with ! I had never been to ST... Read more


Bachelorette Fun in the DR!

by Carlie

This was the best experience for my bachelorette! Renee handled everything and we had a blast. Resort was beautiful and user friendly. We went on a boat ride excursion and... Read more


European River Cruise + Basel & Paris

by Sue from Maryland

Renee was fantastic to work with and helped narrow down our ideas every step ... Read more


Dominican Republic Honeymoon

by Morgan

Renee is AMAZING to work with!! My husband and I got married in April, and didn't know where to start when planning a honeymoon. Neither of us had been out... Read more


Bora Bora & Australia - Pure Luxe!

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Luxury stay in an Overwater Bungalow combined with Australia adventure! Read more


You Rock!

by V.

If there was ever a FIRST CLASS travel agent, hands down, you are it!!! ❤️ I am sure you treat every person like they are your only client - YOU... Read more


Antigua Luxe Couples Trip

by T. from So California

I will start by saying that I’ve never worked with a travel agent prior to Renee and the Travel Connection. I was planning my wedding back in 2020 when I... Read more


Costa Rica Adventure

by Melissa from NC

It was absolutely wonderful! You knocked it out of the park as always with the resorts and the excursions! All the guides and drivers took such good care of us.... Read more


St Regis Deer Valley- April 2021

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Just wanted to let you know that we are back and the trip was awesome! The resort was beautiful and we got upgraded to a luxury suite. Absolutely loved it... Read more


Costa Rica Multi-Stop

by Mark from NYC

Renee had some great insight for my recent trip to Costa Rica and it really paid off! We had a wonderful time! Thanks, Renee! Read more


Choices Galore!

by Gabrielle

Renee not only sent me an initial email response, she emailed me 3 proposals within an hour! She was very easy to talk to! We were able to tell her... Read more


Luxury Honeymoon - Tahiti, Moorea & Bora Bora

by D. from Lima, Peru

Hi Renee! It was amazing! Tahiti was beautiful, Moorea even better and Bora Bora was paradise.In Moorea we payed a room upgrade at the last minute because my husband wanted... Read more


Nassau, Bahamas - Riu Palace Paradise Island

by Sandy from TX

The beach was beautiful! It got rough on Thursday though where you couldn’t even go in the water! We went to Rose Island/Sandy Toes and saw the swimming pigs! It... Read more


Costa Rica Honeymoon Adventure

by Joy from VA

My fiance and I wanted to plan an unforgettable honeymoon to Costa Rica but didn't know where to start. Renee quickly put together a fabulous itinerary for us that included... Read more


Tahiti Two Island Honeymoon

by Crystal from VA

Renee was great! My fiancée and I were not sure where we wanted to go for our honeymoon and she gave us multiple options and was always very responsive with... Read more


Jamaica Anniversary

by Michelle J.

This is my first all inclusive trip to Jamaica so I didn't know where to start and was very indecisive. I wanted it to be perfect since I am celebrating... Read more


St John, USVI

by Marlene

Very helpful and prompt in communicating. Renee got us a very good deal to Caneel Bay on St John, USVI Read more


Tahiti Family Trip - Multi Island

by Carolyn

Renee is extremely quick! She responds to your emails ASAP. It was nice because she compared rates and helped us choose the best time of year, the locations, and planned... Read more


Moorea Overwater Bungalow

by C from NY

Hi Renee,Our trip was perfect! It was our first time using a travel agent but we were so happy to have everything lined up and coordinated so we were never... Read more


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