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Because every customized trip we plan starts with you. Explore what sets Guru Travel apart—and what happens when you trust your vacation to our caring team:
Specifically, Your Dreams!
Your trusted partner for creating dream vacations
We’re a team of travel specialists, and we plan what we know—so you can thoughtfully discover your destination, even if you don’t know a thing about it!
Our advisors rely on their extensive personal travel experience to provide real, expert guidance.
At Guru Travel, you won’t find the “traditional” travel agent who sits behind the desk, just clicking “book now” buttons (we know you can do that on your own!). Instead, you’ll find a team on the move.
Tried, true, & tested travel advice
You want to discover the world. We want to discover what will make a vacation a total win for you.
We take a deeply personal approach to planning your travels, uncovering the unique needs, travel style, and passions you hold—so we can tailor your trip around them. Our team is proudly known for our responsiveness, thorough approach, and follow up.
In other words: we’re with you for every step of your journey, welcoming your questions with a smile.
EXPERIENCE CLIENT-FIRST SERVICE
Our clients are our world
Support while you travel—from our team and our in-destination partners.
Expert guidance on how to prepare for your trip.
Full booking of your hotels/cruise, transfers, tours, and more.
A custom-crafted itinerary proposal
Complimentary consultation call, so we can tailor your escape.
Our custom travel design services include:
For an Elevated Escape, Leave it All to Your Guru.
— Jimmy K.
“Every detail was meticulously crafted.”
“Embarking on a journey with Guru Travel was like finding a treasure map to the world’s wonders. Their expertise shone brightly, guiding us through a seamless vacation planning process. Every detail was meticulously crafted, from flights to accommodations, and cruise, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Their personalized service was the compass that led to unforgettable memories, tailored to our preferences. Truly, they turned our travel dreams into reality.
—Jordon Willard
“Made the planning process so easy.”
My husband and I just took the most amazing trip to Italy this past month. Susan put our whole itinerary together for us. She did everything from flights, private cars, trains, hotels and tours together for us. All we had to do was sit back and enjoy it all. She made the planning process so easy. All we had to do was tell her where we wanted to go and some ideas of what we wanted to do. She worked with us for at least a month making sure everything was to our liking. I couldn’t be happier. We will be using Susan again in the future to plan other trips. Thank you so much!
—Rebecca Howat
“Just had to show up at the airport.”
Kelly booked a fantastic River Cruise for us on Avalon Waterways down the Rhine River. It was the most amazing trip. We were in 4 countries and countless cities and only unpacked once. The Avalon crew could not do enough for us. Everything from the room, the food, the views and the guides were top notch. Kelly and her team made it so easy for us that we literally just had to show up at the airport. Everything was taken care of. I’ve used Guru Travel several times and will continue to recommend them for any travel needs. Thanks Kelly!
—Jenny Staniak
“Kelly and her team are helpful and awesome!”
They go above and behind to make sure you have a great trip and select a trip that is perfect for you, your family, and your budget!
—Sandi Cooley
“The Guru Travel team did an awesome job with booking us an incredible vacation.”
We started working with them in May asking for suggestions for a family of 19 over Thanksgiving week. They provided a lot of options for us to review and decided on Dreams Onyx in Punta Cana in DR. They took care of every detail and kept us informed, answered questions, booked excursions & ground transportation and sent out itineraries and reminders. The hotel was amazing too! I would definitely recommend both Guru Travel & Dreams Onyx hotel.
—Ed Zawadzki
“Kelly and her employees have taken care of all our travels for years.”
From company outings to personal travel. What separates them, is their attention to details. It’s easy to acquire business on the front end, however the follow through is what makes a difference. They will be there from start to finish which is unique. The customer service is outstanding. Thank you Karen, Lexi and Kelly for everything.
—John Vesper
“We highly recommend Guru Travel!”
My wife and I had never been on a cruise in our life and Kelly Ortiz and the staff at Guru Travel walked us through everything and made us feel confident and relaxed going into our vacation. The Celebrity Cruise experience was phenomenal and the recommended aqua class upgrade was totally worth it, especially the dining piece. The attention to detail was noted, even tips on doing a final day excursion that holds your luggage for you during the lag time between leaving the ship and going to the airport. Again, highly recommend Guru Travel. Complete peace of mind versus trying to find options by yourself.
—Amy Pihera
“Just got back from a long weekend at WDW!”
Specifically, EPCOT! Karen helped us plan a fund weekend for me and my girls, one of whom was celebrating her 21st Birthday! Karen was very thorough in the planning...we stayed at the Pop Century and used the Mears Shuttle to get to the resort/airport. Everything went smoothly...she even was able to get us a Mears discount when a promotion came up, the day before we left! Thank you, Karen, for a wonderful experience!
—Jordon Willard
“My husband and I just took the most amazing trip to Italy this past month.”
Susan Dossey put our whole itinerary together for us. She did everything from flights, private cars, trains, hotels and tours together for us. All we had to do was sit back and enjoy it all. She made the planning process so easy. All we had to do was tell her where we wanted to go and some ideas of what we wanted to do. She worked with us for at least a month making sure everything was to our liking. I couldn’t be happier. We will be using Susan Dossey again in the future to plan other trips. Thank you so much!
—Brandy Bialek
“We used Guru Travel to plan our family vacation.”
Wendy was great in listening to exactly what I wanted in a resort and helped us choose Riviera Maya to travel to. I loved that she kept in contact and made sure our travel went as seamless as possible. Will definitely use again in the future.
OUR PLANNING PROCESS
We’ll collect a few initial details via our trip inquiry form, then match you with the travel advisor who specializes in the kind of trip you’re after. You’ll connect via a complimentary consultation (or over email, if you prefer!), so your Guru advisor can dive into all the details they need to customize your escape.
Connect
Step One
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Next, your advisor will get to work crafting your trip proposal, presenting you with 2-3 options tailored to your budget, needs, and interests. Pick your favorite option, share your feedback, and then your advisor will finalize your itinerary.
Design
STEP TWO
02.
Next, you can relax as your Guru advisor arranges all of the travel details for you—we’ll book and manage your hotel and resort stays, cruise cabins, transfers, tours and special excursions, and more.
Manage
Step three
03.
As your vacation approaches, we’ll be in touch to ensure you feel fully prepared for your journey, providing expert guidance and answering any last-minute questions. And then you’re off! If anything unexpected happens during your trip, you can rest easy knowing you have a team back home to assist you.
Take Off!
STEP four
04.
Because we take our role as travel experts seriously—our team is constantly educating themselves on the latest properties, destinations, tours, and experiences that we think our clients will love. Our trusted expertise is reflected by our certifications and accolades, including earning Disney EarMarked status since 2015 and recognition as a Top 25 MAST agency for four years.
But what we are most proud of is the fact that we’re a largely referral- and repeat-based agency. Our clients come to us year after year because they know the Guru team will do everything we can to elevate their vacations!
Why should I trust Guru Travel?
Frequently Asked Questions
Nope! We love working with families, whether it’s an escape just with your kids or a big multigenerational getaway that brings the whole extended family together. We also design couples’ escapes, friend getaways, and corporate and incentive travel experiences. We match you with the Guru advisor who specializes in the type of travel experience you’re after—you can learn more about our different travel specialties right here.
Do you only plan family travel?
We’re a Midwest-based agency with headquarters in the Chicago suburbs, but our advisors and clients come from across the country. We stay true to our friendly Midwest roots by providing stellar service with real warmth—and we welcome you no matter where in the U.S. you’re located!
Where are you located?
LET US MAKE YOUR TRIP EFFORTLESS—IT ALL STARTS WITH YOUR COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION:
Discover what happens when you leave your next vacation to the gurus.
