(156 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Melissa Becker

Plymouth, MI
My Travel and Work Experience

I have been an avid traveler for many years, and bring more than 20 years experience in building, selling, and escorting travel. I have always loved to explore the world. When I was 17 I got a job so I could buy a plane ticket to Phoenix. I was ho...
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Croatia, the pearl of the Adriatic

Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park

I cannot say enough good things about Croatia. You have GOT to see this place. It's a gorgeous mixture of turquoise water and a backdrop of craggy hills spotted with palm trees and olive groves for definite Mediterranean feel. I hope you like boats. With more than 1,000 islands to explore, it's a water-lovers paradise.

It's an ancient place, with a very tumultuous history - but today is peaceful, beautiful and friendly everywhere you go. As a relatively new member of the EU, It's a great destination and also lends itself well to those who like to treat themselves with a little extra opulence. There are so many amazing cities in Europe, and one of my top three favorites is Dubrovnik. Let's get you there so you can see why for yourself. 

One of my favorite national parks in the world is Plitvice Lakes national park, and while it's not easy to get to, it's so worthwhile. You can't even believe a place like this is real. 


On my most recent trip to Croatia I got to see a lot more of the north, including the capital Zagreb and a few stunning coastal cities like Opatia and Zadar. The daily treat of my trip was being able to walk around these beautiful cities in the morning and then take a dip in the cool Adriatic in the afternoon. What a delight. And the water is SO CLEAR! It was amazing to swim out and still be able to see the ground beneath my feet. 

I also spent a little time in Slovenia and would love to see more of Lake Bled and the capital of Ljubljana. (It's ok, I couldn't pronounce it either - call me and I'll tell you how.  


Croatia is a hidden gem and is a destination worth exploring. From high end hotels and private sightseeing to delicious food and excellent guides, it's a dream location for a luxury vacation. 

My Reviews

53 of 84 people found this review helpful
Great choice!
Melissa was a great choice for planning our family trip to London! She is very knowledgeable, easy to work with, responded to questions/concerns very quickly, and gave honest and sincere advice/recommendations. Before we met her, I was trying to plan everything on my own and didn't realize all of the benefits of using a travel agent. We will work with her on any future travel plans!
By  Shannon  from  Huron Township, MI
Traveled to  London ~ England ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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46 of 73 people found this review helpful
Greece - breathtaking
We have booked two trips with Melissa: Greece and Costa Rica. Both trips were wonderful! It was so nice to be on vacation and know that all transportation and itineraries were already planned out. We were able to relax and enjoy the places and the people.
By  Michelle  from  Ferndale, MI
Traveled to  Greece ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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42 of 67 people found this review helpful
Great trip
Melissa handles all of the paperwork very well. She is prompt with emails. Even though there may be quite of few questions, she is answering all of them well.
By  Jason  from  DeWitt, Mi
Traveled to  England ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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44 of 72 people found this review helpful
She's the best
Melissa is the best. She was very informative and helpful throughout the whole planning process. There were a few deaths in my family during the planning process and she remained patient and in contact with us during that time. I highly recommend her for all your trip planning needs. I can't wait to book my next trip with her.
By  Angelya  from  Waterford
Traveled to  Punta Cana ~ Dominican Republic ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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43 of 71 people found this review helpful
Amazing trip!!
Melissa is wonderful to work with. She is so helpful and always willing to take extra time to get the coat and details perfect!
By  Tammy G  from  Grand Haven Michigan
Traveled to  Las Vegas ~ Nevada ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Destination Expert:

  • Europe
  • Croatia
  • Dubrovnik

Travel Specialist:

  • European Culture
  • Luxury
  • Historical Sites
  • Family Vacations

Top Travel Partners:

  • Kensington Tours
  • Central Holidays
  • Avanti Destinations
  • Rail Europe

Certifications/Awards:

  • B.S. in Journalism - Eastern Michigan University
  • Minor in Travel and Tourism - EMU
  • Kensington Booking Agent
  • Globus Tours Booking Specialist
  • CIE Tours Ireland Specialist

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