What Our Clients Are Saying
Travel Testimonials
“Karen was the consummate professional during my company’s recent leadership retreat in the Caribbean.
Her assistance during the planning, execution, and follow-up was exceptional.
Karen’s drive and energy ensured my team had the best trip ever and made me look like a real travel planner with my peers.
I could not have managed this trip on my own, and I appreciate everything Karen did to make this trip memorable for all involved.”
-Rose Cole,
Executive Assistant, Heller Capital Group
Corporate Retreat
ST. LUCIA
“With an ever-present camera in tow, a quick smile, an easy laugh, and razor-sharp wit, along with immeasurable worldly travel knowledge and invaluable travel tips, our fearless leader, Karen Loftus, is the consummate travel coordinator and guide focused on empowering women through travel experiences while supporting women-owned businesses.
Spanning the globe like a rock star journalist, comedian, and fashionista since the early 1990s, Karen navigates cities and countries fiercely adventurous and spiritually grounded”
-Suzanne Bong Scharff,
Editor in Chief of Southern Bride Magazine
Women's Wellness Trip
TURKS & CAICOS
"I literally started to cry when we walked into our room in Sorrento. You told me this trip would be life-changing. You are correct. My heart has exploded.
I am certain you bring much joy to all of your clientele. I can feel your passion for your company and what you do for others.
We walked into our (upgraded) room to a bottle of wine and your beautiful card. Thank you for your lovely details and showering us with love.
You're just wonderful; you make sure every little detail is perfect. We are truly blessed to have found you.
Thank you, Karen, for giving me the courage to step out of my comfort zone. I have no words - THIS IS LIFE CHANGING!"
-Patricia Anderson (with Mark Anderson)
Owner at The Windows Place Exteriors
Ancestry Trip
ITALY
“You are the best travel contact on the planet. Everything has been so smooth here in Italy.
I really can't compare the places we have stayed because it's almost like traveling to a different world, walking into different places.
This place on the Tuscan Coast is a 10 out of 10. There are a limited amount of rooms/guests. It's a real cliffside paradise for honeymooners. I couldn't be more impressed.
There will be many referrals coming your way.
We appreciate all you do more than this can express."
-Ian Gallagher
Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC
Honeymoon
ITALY
“Thank you for doing an incredible job organizing the Heller Capital Group Leadership Summit in St. Lucia.
Everything was smooth sailing and hassle-free, with your coordinating over 60 guests coming in from all over the United States to arrive simultaneously, get through customs, and have a stress-free journey to the hotel.
It was precisely that throughout the stay.
Your hard work and attention to detail made this trip to paradise even more heavenly for everyone.
I Iook forward to our next big adventure!!"
-David Prill, Chief Financial Officer
Glorious Cannabis Company
Corporate Retreat
ST. LUCIA
“Karen nailed it. She paid attention to every detail. The flow couldn’t have fit our family better.
Each accommodation was perfect for where we were on the trip and suited our family very well.
She recommended where we stayed and how many rooms to reserve and provided options for the room layout.
She booked our flights, rooms, and rental car and recommended “must-see” vacation spots.
Because of Karen’s diligence and knowledge of what to do, our experience was easy. (For example, we had no idea we would need a national park pass to enter Yosemite AND reserve time at Yosemite seven days before we intended to be there. We entered the park with ease.)
Karen is knowledgeable, conscientious, and detail-oriented, and she understands that to have a successful vacation, planning is a must.
She takes the pressure off so you can enjoy your time with your family."
-Doug Herr,
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Family Travel
CALIFORNIA
"The best ever. This was the first time I took a vacation with my family. It was so much fun from beginning to end. From the excursions (parasailing, kayak adventure, sunset cruise), to the air B&B, fish taco lunches on the beach and dinners at Infiniti Restaurant and Raw Bar and Coco Costro were perfect and at places we would have never found on our own. I also loved watching my granddaughters enjoying themselves. There isn’t anything I would change. Karen did a fabulous job putting this itinerary together. She comes highly recommended."
-Jill Simeral
Multi-Generational Family Travel
TURKS & CAICOS
“Karen, I have to be honest; I didn't think you were the real deal.
Boy, was I wrong? Donna and I were blown away by what you arranged for us in Tokyo.
On any trip, we have never been treated the way we were while in Tokyo.
We felt like celebrities or royalty. By the end of the trip, we were convinced of it.
We had hoped to get one of the three Michelin-star restaurants we requested.
We never imagined you could arrange nine of the top Michelin-starred restaurants for us
while we were there and, especially on such short notice.
We will continue to travle with you. You did a wonderful job. Thanks again for everything."
-Thomas Ponessa,
TW Ponessa & Associates
Epicurean and Cultural Adventure
JAPAN
"I had the privilege of working with Karen Loftus in planning an aggressive trip to four European countries in 10 days. She met with me to capture my thoughts about hotels, best sights, budget, and mode of travel. She gave me several hotel choices for each city that were outstanding and difficult for me to choose. We wanted part of our journey done by rail, and she quickly isolated train schedules.
As any Gemini traveler knows, we change our minds. Karen was easy to work with as she adjusted our schedules and hotel stays. Because she is a Virtuoso agent, we were upgraded to suites, complimentary breakfasts, and resort credits. She is a world traveler who knows the dos and don’ts. She was with us every step of the way, ensuring that accommodations met and exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend her services."
-Jo Ann Morgano,
MBA, CRPC™, BFA™
Financial Advisor - Laurel Oak Wealth Management Group
A private wealth advisory practice of
Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC.
Cultural Travel
EUROPE
“Luxury and experience curated my Italian escape that created a vacation to remember, compliments of Karen Loftus and Lofty Traveler."
-Rhonda Willingham
MenzFit
Italian Adventure
ITALY
“Karen has been so helpful with planning trips for my family over the years. She helped plan my ten-day graduation trip to Europe and made it so easy to see four cities in two different countries. In every city, she arranged and booked tours for us and had fabulous recommendations for popular local spots and things you might miss. She truly made sure everything went off without a hitch!
She also helped plan a trip to Turks and Caicos last winter, which was better than I could have imagined! She found this stunning Villa on the water and a two-minute walk from the beach. She booked reservations for amazing restaurants as well as excursions like parasailing and kayaking. If you are looking for a travel agent I would highly recommend Karen!"
-Regan West
Family Travel
ITALY, FRANCE, TURKS & CAICOS
"I cannot express my thanks enough to Karen Loftus, principal of The Lofty Traveler, for helping me curate the Italian trip of a lifetime. Anyone who knows me knows that I have a strong opinion of what I want and hope to accomplish. Karen was able to take my wishes and translate them into the perfect mix of properties and experiences, and together, we crafted the perfect plan for us.
The Lofty Traveler also focuses very well on independent female travelers, which made it a better fit for my BFF and me."
-Krista Altok Tassa
President - Tassa Consulting, Inc
Girlfriends Trip
ITALY
“Hey, Karen!
You rocked, and we loved you.
It was great spending time with you, and thanks again for all the planning you did to make it a rockstar week."
-Dennis Ream
Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer
Paramount Management Group
Corporate Retreat
ST. LUCIA
“Karen’s extensive knowledge of places was evident as she listened to our desires and then created a plan that exceeded our expectations.
She even knew when and where to throw in a few surprises!
I felt incredibly cared for and heard each step of our travel!
She anticipated our needs, was diligent in all facets of the schedule and transportation/lodging, and created a trip we talk about every time we are together!"
-Carrie Johnson
Carrie Johnson & Associates
Family Travel / Graduation Travel
SWEDEN, DENMARK, NETHERLANDS
“Karen was FANTASTIC to work with!
She made the entire process frictionless. From aiding in passport support to planning our journey to and from St. Lucia – she did an excellent job!”
-Matt Smith
President Pro Sportsman
Corporate Retreat
ST. LUCIA
“A huge thank you to Karen Loftus and Women Adventure Travels! Our family vacation to France and Italy was seamless and packed full of great adventures.
After extensive research on Karen’s end, we met, and she presented pages upon pages of information with options of places to see, the best time to see them, and the history of each location we were visiting. She is incredible!
We highly recommend Karen and Women Adventure Travels; it was a wonderful experience, and her depth and breadth of knowledge seem limitless!”
-Jennifer Middleton West,
Executive Director, Girls on the Run, Lancaster, PA
Family Travel / Graduation Travel
FRANCE & ITALY
Adventure Travel
ICELAND
Multigeneration Family Travel
TURKS & CAICOS
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“We enjoyed working with Karen - a great asset to our trip planning and experience. She listened and incorporated our preferences as we planned.
She was fun to work with and very helpful in giving suggestions along the way.
I also appreciated the detailed trip itinerary, heightening my excitement for a memorable trip!
I’m already anticipating the next great adventure!”
-Nelson (with Dani) Longenecker
Vice President Four Seasons Produce
Cruise Travel
ITALY, CROATIA, MONTENEGRO, GREECE
Cruise Travel
TAHITI
Culture & Adventure
NEW ZEALAND
“Karen really listened to what we wanted and found activities that suited our interests.
She made sure that there was something for everyone. She also found the most beautiful and unique hotels/Villas that made the experience so enjoyable."
-Libby Johnson
"There was a perfect versatility - a mixture of tours/sightseeing, culinary adventures, diverse lodging, and ample free time to explore."
-Hannah Johnson
Family Travel/ Graduation Travel
SWEDEN, DENMARK, NETHERLANDS
