(34 Reviews)
94% Recommended

Lia Pontarelli

Cedar Rapids, IA
European Travel Specialist

I'm enjoy being a travel agent with a strong focus on creating exceptional travel experiences throughout Europe. With an in-depth understanding of the diverse cultures and breathtaking destinations that Europe has to offer, I take great pride in c...
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Ocean & River Cruise Vacation Specialist

Cruising is such a wonderful way to take in so many different experiences all in one trip. And the best part, you don't have to pack and unpack constantly! Whether it's a cruise around the Hawaiian islands or one visiting the various Greek island, one going into the fjords of Norway or down to the Bahamas, one going down the Nile River or through the Great Lakes. Cruising allows you to stay in one room your entire trip, while going in and out of different worlds.


And when you're not exploring the various lands you're visiting, there are many different dining, drinking, and entertainment venues you could experience on board your ship. One of my favorite experiences on board a cruise ship was jumping into a pool of ice and becoming a part of the Order of the Blue Nose when our ship was crossing the arctic circle.

My Travel Albums

Norway w/ Viking Cruise
Hawai'i & NCL
Iceland w/ Viking Cruise

My Reviews

9 of 10 people found this review helpful
International travel without the stress
Lia provided our family with several options to choose from, ranging from destination, transportation, excursions etc. Once we made our decision, Lia made sure all details were covered and verified all arrangements prior to our departure. Lia made sure all aspects of our adventures went as planned and communicated any changes (including last minute changes) in a timely manner. Lia was fun to work with and her expertise in travel gave us full confidence, relieving us of any vacation planning stress. Lia is awesome to work with!!
By  Sherm  from  Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Traveled to  Ambergris Caye ~ Belize ~ Central America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Trip to Alaska
Lia was fantastic to work with! Her communication was timely and informative. Payments were explained thoroughly and options were given.
She accommodated our requests and truly made our dream trip come true. Lia was available to ask questions even during our travels and followed up to inquire about our experience. We will definitely use her again for big trips!
By  JT  from  Riverside, Iowa
Traveled to  Alaska ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Highly satisfied!
Lia took time to find out what we were looking for in a vacation and then provided us with many options and choices. She answered all of my questions promptly and made our vacation planning a breeze! I had a concern with an excursion while on my trip and she responded immediately and was right there to help!
By  Jen  from  Washington, IA
Traveled to  Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Alaska adventure
Very helpful, listened carefully, made good suggestions, very prompt
By  JL  from  Garnavillo iowa
Traveled to  Inside Passage ~ Alaska ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Best Honeymoon Experience!
Lia did a great job helping me plan my honeymoon to Nashville. She provided us with different options based on type, our interests and price. She was very diligent in her follow up when I was the one dropping the ball! The trip was so smooth and she helped make it a trip to remember. I would highly recommend you working with her to make your life that much easier!
By  Alisha   from  Marion, Iowa
Traveled to  Nashville ~ Tennessee ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Destination Expert:

  • At Sea
  • Caribbean
  • Germany
  • Antarctica
  • On the River

Travel Specialist:

  • Cruises
  • All Inclusive
  • River Cruises
  • Family Vacations
  • Expedition Cruises

Top Travel Partners:

  • Disney Cruise Line
  • Norwegian Cruise Line
  • Royal Caribbean
  • Viking
  • Princess Cruises®

Certifications/Awards:

  • Travel to Italy Specialist - Italian Tourism Board
  • Switzerland Travel Expert - Switzerland Tourism
  • 2024 Agency of Excellence
  • Apple Leisure Group Vacation Certified Specialist
  • Travefy Certified

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