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Melissa Ehrlich

Independent Travel Advisor - Waterloo
519-497-6465

I became a travel advisor because, knowing my passion for exploring the world, friends and acquaintences used to ask me for my help planning their vacations.  I hold a diploma in Travel & Tourism Councelling and since 2014 I've been doing just that!

There are two areas I specialize in:  first, family vacations.  I know a carefully-planned trip can make the difference between a wonderful experience for all and...oops, not a success.  I find many of my clients, like me, love the Disney experience, so I am a graduate of the "Disney College of Knowledge" and am here to help sort through all the options - which may be dizzying, there are so many - and make the most of everyone's time.

And if a holiday in the sunny south is more to your liking, ask me about all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean.  I'll be sure to find one that suits everyone in the family, from toddlers to grandparents.

I also love to sell European River Cuises.  What a wonderful way to explore the continent, unpacking only once and docking in the heart of some of the continent's most iconic cities.  I'll draw on my personal experiences cruising in Europe to counsel you on the best cruise and itinerary to match your dreams and wishes.

In order to receive the best service and value for your cruise vacation, I am proud to be a member of The Virtuoso Cruise Community which allows me to gain insights and access to additional benefits for my clients ranging from free onboard credits, spa treatments, airport transfers and more!

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.

TICO

The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is a self-managed, not-for-profit corporation, responsible for administration and enforcement of the Ontario Travel Industry Act, 2002 and Ontario Regulation 26/05 on behalf of the Ontario government.   In addition, TICO administers an industry-financed Travel Compensation Fund. TICO is a wholly financed by registration fees paid by Ontario travel agencies and travel wholesalers. The Travel Industry Compensation Fund is financed entirely by Ontario travel industry registrants through contributions based on their sales revenues. The Travel Industry Council of Ontario's mission is to promote a fair and informed marketplace where consumers can be confident in their travel purchases. What does this mean for you? It means your money is safe when you book with Direct Travel.

OPC

The Office de la protection du consommateur is a body of the Government of Québec that was established in 1971. We provide services to consumers and merchants.

The Office de la protection du consommateur:

  • protects consumers and monitors the application of the laws and regulations under its responsibility;
  • Informs consumers collectively and individually, educates them and receives their complaints;
  • fosters concerted action among stakeholders of the consumer market (consumers, merchants and the associations representing them);
  • represents the interests of consumers in dealings with public organizations operating in Québec, Canada and worldwide.

CPBC

Consumer Protection BC promotes a fair marketplace for BC consumers and businesses. We were established in 2004 as a not-for-profit corporation to strengthen consumer protection in BC. We operate using a cost recovery model and we are the only organization of its kind in Canada.

Consumer Protection BC's mandate is to:

  • Deliver consumer protection services throughout British Columbia;
  • Promote fairness and understanding in the marketplace; and
  • Enforce consumer protection laws in BC.

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