about

Christine Fortier

Independent Travel Advisor - Waterloo

I’ve been a travel advisor since 1994, and while so many things have changed, the concept of superior, caring service is one thing that will never go out of fashion.

My memories range from flying on the famous Concorde to London Heathrow back in the ‘90s, cruising the Po River in Italy on a Uniworld river cruise, exploring the beaches in Thailand and most recently crafting a vacation to Florence, Italy where I toured some of the great wineries in the Tuscan countryside.

In my years I’ve helped hundreds of clients – many of whom come back year after year – to make happy holiday memories. I have two areas of expertise and familiarity:  food and wine touring, including tours which feature cooking classes and culinary adventures; and vacations to the sunny south. I have my certification from two all-inclusive resort chains (AM Resorts and Riu) and have travelled at least 15 times to Cancun and the Riviera Maya as well as to Aruba, Antigua, Cuba, St. Lucia, Barbados, the Dominican Republic.

Because I am located in the Canadian city of Windsor, Ontario, I am very familiar with helping clients make travel arrangements from both Canada and the Detroit area.

If you are looking for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and experienced travel advisor, we may be a great fit.  I look forward to hearing from you!

Personalized Experiences

Direct Travel is proud to be among the 1% of the most elite travel agencies in North America. As members of the world’s most premier travel organizations, including Virtuoso, we are able to provide our clients with exclusive benefits and complimentary amenities. With an average of 20 years of experience, our advisors have traveled the world over to discover the perfect destinations and personalized experiences for every client.

Unique Destinations for All Types of Travel

Our advisors are specialists for all regions of the world, and can guide you to the best in hotels, tour guides, activities and dining venues in every city and every country. From family vacations to wellness retreats, we have advisors who specialize in all specific types of travel. We also work with a variety of companies that offer specific activities for travelers with an active lifestyle seeking a personalized adventure.

Cruise Travel Specialists

There is a cruise for every type of traveler- river cruising for a slower pace, ocean cruising for waking up in a new city each day without unpacking more than once, and even expedition cruising for exploring the best nature has to offer. With an array of cruise choices and itinerary options around the world, we have the specialists who have been onboard each ship and sailed each itinerary in order to provide our clients with the best cruise to suit their travel style. We also offer extra special amenities like additional onboard credits and private shore excursions exclusive to our clients.

Exclusive Hotels & Resorts

As members of Virtuoso and several elite luxury hotel programs we are partnered with the best of the best hotels, villas, resorts, boutique properties, and more— many of which we have first-hand experience. Our handpicked selections deliver exclusive savings and amenities—like complimentary breakfast or a welcome gift upon arriving to your suite—thanks to our worldwide and personal connections with numerous properties.

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