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Prestige Travel, 3020 Devine Street Ste 2A, Columbia, SC (2026)

02/01/2023

I can’t really believe I’m writing this …. But I’m retiring. After 30 years of helping our travel family plan wonderful vacations, it’s time for this ole gal to do some traveling herself. I want to thank all who hung with us through the many changes that took place in our industry and adjusted with us as they happened. We survived the aftermaths of 911, recessions and most recently Covid and I’m really proud of that. When we bought Prestige in 1993 there were ten travel agencies within a five mile radius of our Devine St location. As we close our doors (still on Devine St) there is only one other left.
I want to send a shout out to my husband, Shep for being a great supporter and business partner. I couldn’t have done it without you. Also to Cathy Phenix who was my right arm and very loyal sidekick for so many years. And to our wonderful clients, Thank You from the bottom of my heart. Hope to see you around.

With a greatful heart,
Betsi

11/17/2020

These are gorgeous trees grown by my good friends Ernie and Melissa Williams ar Dolce Vita farms. Trees don't get any fresher than these. BUY LOCAL!!!!!

10/29/2019

At Prestige Travel, we have first-hand knowledge of hotels, resorts, cruise lines and tour companies, so we can happily help you to make the right decision about where to go, how to get there and where to stay. We recently helped this group plan a fun-filled week to California to celebrate their 40th birthdays! This is part 3 of their trip highlighted below. Scroll through to our other most recent posts to see other fabulous details from their recent trip!

"Every detail of this trip from San Francisco to Sonoma to the final portion of our journey in Carmel, was thoughtfully laid out by Betsi as she helped us plan our trip. It was the perfect ending to spend our final two days winding down at our gorgeous hotel, The Tickle Pink Inn overlooking the Pacific Ocean. To start the day, we took a scenic tour down Hwy 1 on our drive from Sonoma. We then dined at a delicious meal at Pebble Beach Golf Course and viewed The Lone Cypress, one of the most photographed trees in North America! Our hotel served a fabulous happy hour each afternoon complete with a wide variety of cheeses, nuts, olives, crackers and wine. Our group loved watching the sunset over the Pacific Ocean each evening at this happy hour. We also enjoyed a day trip to the shops at Carmel. Winding down in Carmel was the perfect ending to our 40th trip. We enjoyed this trip so much, and our group will be in touch for our next great adventure!"
~ Dargan and Chris Davis

Contact Besti at Prestige Travel at (803) 252-6900 to schedule an appointment to explore travel possibilities for your next group adventure! Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

10/16/2019

Traveling with a group of friends to a new destination is such an exciting way to see new parts of the country and the world, all while enjoying the fabulous company of your friends and family. Here is another glimpse of a recent trip that we, at Prestige Travel, helped plan for this fun group as they celebrated their 40th birthday's.

"On the second day of our trip we rented a car and headed out to Sonoma. It was a short 45 minute drive from San Francisco. Betsi had booked us at a quaint, boutique hotel, The Inn at Sonoma right off the square. Each afternoon the Inn hosted a wine and cheese reception that was delicious. We were within walking distance to many fabulous restaurants. We dined the first evening at The Girl and the Fig and would highly recommend it! The next day we set out with a personal tour guide of the wine country. It was such a fun way to explore the area, with a knowledgeable, local from the region that was able to help us tour some vineyards that are not typically open to the public. We learned so much about the area and the wine making process! For our last evening in Sonoma, we dined at a tapas restaurant within walking distance to our Inn. The next morning we packed up and prepared to start the final leg of our journey...traveling south on scenic Hwy 1 to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Stay tuned for the breathtaking views and scenes that are to come!" ~ Chris and Dargan Davis

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com to explore more travel destinations!

10/12/2019

At Prestige Travel, Betsi specializes in group travel. Recently, she helped a group of 6 plan a "40 and Fabulous" trip to San Francisco, Sonoma and Carmel-by-the-Sea in California. The group started their vacation in San Francisco, Sausalito, and the Muir Woods National Park.

Here is what they had to say:
"Betsi sat down with our group and helped us to explore numerous travel destinations for our upcoming trip. Once we selected California and the wine country as our destination, she was able to secure all of our hotel reservations, put together an itinerary and secure our plane flights. Upon arriving in San Francisco, we checked into the Hotel Adagio Autogragh Collection, a charming boutique hotel in Union Square. Our group set out exploring the city and enjoyed a fabulous dinner in the Ferry Building. Then we hopped on the Big Bus tour and took a guided tour of the city. The next day we went to Sausalito, hiked beside the Golden Gate Bridge and visited the Muir Woods National Park. Stay tuned as we highlight part 2 of our trip to Sonoma, and the beautiful wine country.”
~ Dargan and Chris Davis

Contact Besti at Prestige Travel at (803) 252-6900 to schedule an appointment or explore our website where you can view multiple travel possibilities for your next group! Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

10/06/2019

At Prestige Travel, we recently helped the Jacobs' plan their honeymoon to the Dominican Republic. This testimonial from their honeymoon helps to shine a true light on the island despite recent negative media coverage of travel to the Dominican Republic. Here is what they had to say:

"My husband and I just got back from our honeymoon at Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa in the Dominican Republic for the week. And let me tell you how amazing it was, and how thankful we are that we booked through you, and listened to you instead of switching destinations. From the time we landed, to the time we boarded the plane to come home, everyone was so nice and so welcoming. With all of your detailed instructions it was very easy to find the Delta workers at the airport and it was a easy, smooth transition to Secrets Resort. When we got there, I felt so bad because the resort was only at 30% capacity. So many people are missing out on such a beautiful destination in the resort because of the current media. And we were going to be one of those people, but thanks to you we got to enjoy every minute of it. Because of the cancellations, this allowed us to explore different room options and we were able to upgrade to the Ocean view swim out room, which was originally the exact room we had wished for! The room that we had booked through you, was still an amazing room, but who can pass up looking at that ocean every day from your bed! Secrets was so helpful, so relaxing, & so beautiful… We honestly had no complaints and we would not change anything about our honeymoon! Thank you so much for everything you have done to help make our honeymoon one for the books. Everyone in the Dominican Republic wanted us to tell everyone what an amazing trip we had. I want to continue to pass along how great we felt the Dominican Republic was to us. We look forward to using you as a travel agent in our future, as we hope and plan to travel a lot more! Thanks again for everything!"
Sincerely,
Kevin and Tate Jacobs

Are you in the beginning stages of planning your honeymoon? Contact Betsi at Prestige Travel (803) 252-6900 or visit our specialized honeymoon website to start planning today: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

08/23/2019

We recently helped Dave Johnson plan a romantic getaway for him and his future fiance to Secrets Playa Mujeres All/Adults All-Inclusive Resort in Cancún, Mexico.

Here's what he had to say: "Thank you so much for helping us with this much needed vacation, it wound up being an engagement! Secrets Playa Mujeres was beautiful and had stellar service and food. We would highly recommend it to anyone, and has us now thinking possible destination wedding. We did the dolphin experience too, which was really cool! Thanks again!" ~ Dave Johnson

Planning romantic getaways, honeymoons to the Caribbean & Mexico and destination weddings are our specialty at Prestige Travel. Contact Betsi at Prestige Travel (803) 252-6900 or visit our specialized honeymoon website to start planning today: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

08/05/2019

The McGee Family recently went on a cruise of a lifetime along the Baltic Sea with stops in Normandy, France, Paris, France, Tallinn, Estonia and St. Petersburg, Russia highlighted in the featured photographs.

Here is what they had to say: "We wanted to send a note to let you know how much we enjoyed our trip. The cruise was wonderful. We really enjoyed visiting Tallinn. We probably would never have picked that as a destination without it being a port of call. The two days in St. Petersburg were our favorite part of the cruise. First Hotel Kong Frederick in Copenhagen was nice and the staff very friendly and helpful. It is also in a convenient location to get around Copenhagen on foot.
The addition of Paris was wonderful as well. The day trip to Normandy was great, it makes me want to go back and spend more time exploring that area! Hotel Claridge was very nice as well. The staff there was without a doubt the friendliest and most helpful staff in any hotel we have ever stayed at. The Paris Visite Pass was a life saver too, as you definitely need to use the subways to get around Paris!
Thank you for your help in planning this trip. It was wonderful and one we will have cherished memories from for life!
~ Paul & Jamie McGee

From specialized cruises on the Baltic Sea like the McGee Family to river cruising throughout Europe and Asia, Betsi at Prestige can book your dream vacation from start to finish. Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900.

07/24/2019

Are you and your fiancé in the planning stages of your honeymoon? Betsi at Prestige Travel has been helping couples plan their special trip for 25+ years with a great deal of success. We recently helped the Brewer's plan their honeymoon to St. Lucia and here is what they had to say:

"Kerry and I had a blast in St. Lucia and we appreciate all you did for us. I'm sure all of the options we discussed would have been great but you listened to us and guided us to the resort/island that was perfect for us. The helicopter ride was a highlight right from the start and Sandals Halcyon had the perfect mix of activities and opportunities to relax. Here are some pictures we took so you can see some of the fun activities we did. Also the picture with my feet in it was taken from our patio right off of the beach -- I had the most wonderful massage right out there. Thanks again for everything. You are the best and this will by no means be the last trip you plan for us." ~ Ashley Brewer

Call Betsi at Prestige Travel (803) 252-6900 or visit our specialized honeymoon website to start planning today: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

07/11/2019

The 2019 US Tennis Open is next month in New York City and we've got some fabulous travel packages that include your hotel, a Broadway show, and Saturday and Sunday seats at the US Open. Grab a group of your friends and contact Betsi at Prestige Travel to book a package to the 2019 US Open! When: August 30-September 2, 2019

Both hotels choices are within walking distance to most Broadway theaters. Contact Betsi today to start planning (803) 252-6900. We can book your vacation from start to finish. Betsi can work with your group to select a plane flight and transportation at the airport as well!

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com to explore more travel destinations!

07/07/2019

Betsi at Prestige Travel has helped numerous clients travel to Curacao, a beautiful island located in the Southern Caribbean! She has even traveled to the island herself and can give you first-hand tips on exploring this gorgeous island that is rich in history and with diverse cuisine, cultures and experiences!

A neat travel tip about Curacao is that its unique location in the Southern Caribbean, puts it at a very low risk in coming in direct contact with a hurricane, making it an ideal place to travel all year round! Plus the weather is typically pleasant with consistent temperatures around the mid 80's all year and the island boast no real "rainy season" like many other Caribbean islands!

Betsi at Prestige can book your vacation from start to finish. She will work with you to select a plane flight, transportation at the airport, hotels and more. Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900

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