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5 Best Travel Agencies in Dallas That Smart Local Travelers Prefer

Last year, my friends and I took a DIY trip to Thailand, and while it was fun, it was also very stressful and not well-managed. It seemed we were always scurrying around, and we ended up not saving as much money as we’d hoped.

Well, you could say we learned our lesson since. We went to Japan recently, and this time around, we hired a travel agent.

The trip was excellent! We followed a schedule, managed to hit everything we wanted to go to, and even had extra time for shopping. Plus, we saved a ton due to the agency’s numerous promos and perks.

So, if you’re planning to travel without the hassle of DIY planning, here’s my exclusive list of the most trustworthy travel agencies in Dallas. Bon voyage!

1. Happily Ever After Travel

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Services: Disney Vacation Planner, Destination Wedding Planning, Eco-Travel with National Geographic, Foodie Adventures, Diving Experiences

Location: 101 N. Greenville Ave., Suite C #313, Allen

Contact: +1 855-939-4328

Business hours:

  • Monday: 6:30 AM – 7 PM
  • Tue – Fri: 8 AM – 7 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM – 1 PM

Website

Instagram

Google reviews score4.8/5
Yelp reviews score 5/5
Total reviews4.9/5
Score consistency 4.9/5
Expertise5/5
Range of Destinations4.5/5
Customer Service5/5
Value for Money5/5

Founded in 2008, Happily Ever After Travel is a Designated Gold Earmark Authorized Disney Vacation Planner that knows Disney inside and out.

Unlike other agencies, their services come at no extra cost to you. Yep, you read that right—Disney actually pays them a commission, so you end up shelling out exactly what you would if you planned your trip alone.

You can pick any Disney destination—Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Cruise Line—you name it. Their team will customize your entire trip based on your budget and goals. 

They’ll even handle your park tickets, dining reservations, and Lightning Lane passes. All you and your family need to do is show up. And if you need a payment plan, they can arrange that for you, too.

Just keep in mind that while they do offer other types of getaways, they focus mostly on Disney destinations. 

Pros

  • Over 15 years of experience
  • Services come at no extra cost 
  • All Disney destinations are available
  • Offers fully customizable trips
  • Includes tickets, reservations, & passes
  • Can arrange a payment plan

Cons

  • Comparatively limited range of destinations

    They have made every vacation a dream come true

    “I’ve been using Happily Ever After Travel since 2012, and they have made every vacation a dream come true. From epic family cruises to quick hotel stays and unforgettable trips to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Mexico, and much more. Their service has been outstanding every time. They handle all the details with care, making travel easy and enjoyable. I can’t recommend them enough for their expertise, dedication, and the personal touch they bring to each trip!” — Jacqueline Simpson, Google Review

    The easiest, most stress-free trip we’ve ever taken

    “Happily Ever After Travel(HEAT)booked an amazing trip for my wife and me to Couples San Souci in Jamaica! That was the easiest, most stress-free trip we’ve ever taken. CHRISSY TOOK CARE OF EVERYTHING! We can’t wait to travel again on another trip through HEAT! Just Wowzers!” — David Russell, Google Review

    2. Vincent Vacations

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    Services: Romantic Getaways, Group & Family Trips, European Travel, Cruises, Disney Trips

    Location: 1341 W Mockingbird Ln, Suite 600W

    Contact: +1 214-997-4480

    Business hours:

    • Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 5:30 PM

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    Instagram

    Google reviews score4.9/5
    Yelp reviews score 5/5
    Total reviews4.9/5
    Score consistency 4.9/5
    Expertise5/5
    Range of Destinations5/5
    Customer Service5/5
    Value for Money4.5/5

    If you’re planning a romantic getaway or luxury escapes, then Vincent Vacations is for you. Since 2013, they’ve been the go-to of locals for high-end travel planning.

    They’re experts in planning honeymoons, destination weddings, anniversary trips, or fabulous couples’ vacations. Their Romance Travel Specialists are ready to curate the perfect itinerary for you and your bae.

    European travel is another forte of theirs. Imagine gondola rides through Venice, viewing Roman architecture in Florence and Rome, or cruising the Amalfi Coast—sounds amazing, right?

    A convenient perk when booking with them is that you’ll have a single point of contact. No waiting on hold with airline call centers or dealing with multiple vendors during your trip—just call them up, and they’ll handle everything seamlessly.

    Of course, expect premium fees in exchange for top-notch luxury services.

    Pros

    • Over 10 years of experience
    • Has Romance Travel Specialists
    • Curates customized itineraries
    • Known for European travel
    • Offers a single point of contact

    Cons

    • Pricey

    I can truthfully say it was the best vacation ever!!

    “I booked our first vacation for me and 9 family members with Chelsea to Jamaica for Christmas. I can truthfully say it was the best vacation ever!! Prior to selecting the resort, she sent several options for us to consider. Once we made a decision, she took it from there. She did everything for us from making sure we had all the information we needed in the trip app, setting up club Mobay, which made getting through customs seamless, as well as keeping in contact with me on forms needed for traveling to Jamaica. Once our trip began, she checked in with me on each leg of the trip to see if there was anything that she could assist us with. I am already working with Chelsea on our first cruise in March. I not only consider Chelsea a great travel agent, but a friend!”

     — Linda Seiber, Google Review

    We got to experience the highlights of each country/city 

    “Marla did a tremendous job helping us plan our recent vacation to Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Gibraltar. She assisted in helping us select what turned out to be the perfect tour company based on the criteria we provided. Thanks to her recommendations, we got to experience the highlights of each country/city we visited. We greatly appreciated her insight with regard to making international flight arrangements, so we had plenty of time to make our flight connections. When we start planning our next big adventure, we will be sure to reach out to Marla to help us make it a perfect trip.” — Richard Finley, Google Review

    3. Campbell Travel

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    Services: Corporate Travel, Leisure Travel, Group Travel

    Location: 5050 Quorum Dr Ste 700

    Contact: +1 972-850-2201

    Business hours:

    • Mon – Fri: 7 AM – 7 PM

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    Instagram

    Google reviews score4.9/5
    Facebook reviews score 5/5
    Total reviews4.9/5
    Score consistency 4.9/5
    Expertise5/5
    Range of Destinations4.5/5
    Customer Service5/5
    Value for Money5/5

    Since 1983, Campbell Travel has been creating smoother, smarter ways for people to travel—whether it’s for business or leisure.

    Planning a trip for your company? They’re the ones to call—they’re known for Corporate Travel Services, offering tailored and personalized solutions.

    They also craft unique Leisure Travel solutions, with a goal of transporting your body, mind, and soul. You could go on a multi-generational South African adventure, a pilgrimage across Northern Spain, or a retirement trip through Italy and Greece.

    If you book with them, expect full-service coordination. This includes air and ground transportation, group rate negotiation, and meet & greet services.

    One thing we noticed, however. They have a more limited range of traditional family offerings, such as theme park holidays (Disney, Universal, etc.).

    Pros

    • Over 40 years of experience
    • Known for Corporate Travel Services
    • Offers Leisure Travel solutions
    • Provides full-service coordination

    Cons

    • Limited traditional family offerings

      They go above and beyond to give the best-in-class service!

      “Always have positive interactions with this company. They go above and beyond to give the best-in-class service! Thank you and your team!” — Michaela Fuchs, Google Review

      I traveled at a level I’ve never been able to achieve on my own

      “I have always thought of myself as a savvy travel planner, and boy, was I wrong. These agents went above and beyond all my expectations to make my trip an exceptional one, including many extra perks that truly made our trip feel more than 5-star. I traveled at a level that I have never been able to achieve on my own.” — Breanna Huntley, Google Review

      4. Caribbean Breeze Travel

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      Services: Luxury Cruise, Caribbean Cruise, First Time Cruise, CBT Group Cruise

      Location: 3901 Travis St

      Contact: [email protected] 

      Business hours:

      • Mon – Sun: Open 24 hours

      Website

      Instagram

      Google reviews score4.9/5
      Yelp reviews score 5/5
      Total reviews4.9/5
      Score consistency 4.9/5
      Expertise5/5
      Range of Destinations4/5
      Customer Service5/5
      Value for Money5/5

      Caribbean Breeze Travel is owned by Jim Burns, who has been a travel agent for over a decade. Having racked up 28 cruises himself, his agency truly knows the ins and outs of life at sea.

      They work with a wide range of cruise lines, from Royal Caribbean and Celebrity X Cruises to MSC and Norwegian Cruise Lines. Their connections translate to smoother bookings, price drops, and better insights for your dream voyage.

      We like that they also have exclusive partnerships with every cruise line they work with. You’ll even get free enrollment to earn potential upgrades—who doesn’t want a nicer cabin or extra perks when sailing away?

      As an icing on the cruise cake, their services are completely free. The only downside is that they focus purely on cruise vacations. 

      Pros

      • Over a decade of experience
      • Works with a wide range of cruise lines
      • Maintains exclusive partnerships
      • Free enrollment to earn upgrades
      • No travel agent service fees

      Cons

      • Cruise-only travel agency

        An amazing travel agent who went above & beyond

        “Jim is an amazing travel agent who went above and beyond to help me. He always emailed me back within minutes. I recommend him to anyone who wants to take a cruise. I will use him when I book another cruise. Thank you, Jim.” — Ralph Soto, Google Review

        Does everything he can for the most incredible cruise

        “Jim is amazing and does everything he can to make you have the most incredible cruise. This was my first time experiencing a cruise, so I will most definitely recommend him and will be using him again for my next cruise. He is always quick to respond to any questions or concerns I may have. He was always so quick to respond. He even had a tote bag delivered to me on the first day. Thanks for everything, Jim, you are absolutely the best.” — Sabrina Boyd, Google Review

        5. Sharon Carr Travel

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        Services: Signature Packages, Weddings, Groups, Luxury, Beach, City

        Location: 16800 Dallas Pkwy # 160

        Contact: +1 800-648-4856

        Business hours:

        • Mon – Fri: 7 AM – 5 PM

        Website

        Instagram

        Google reviews score4.5/5
        Facebook reviews score 4.5/5
        Total reviews4.5/5
        Score consistency 5/5
        Expertise5/5
        Range of Destinations5/5
        Customer Service4/5
        Value for Money4.5/5

        Since the 70s, Sharon Carr, along with her son and radio legend Ron Chapman, has been sending thousands of happy travelers on unforgettable trips via their radio tours. Today, her namesake travel agency is geared towards luxury travel.

        Don’t miss their curated Signature Packages, which we think are pretty cool. These include amazing trips like sailing from Rome to Istanbul with Oceania Cruises, exploring Alpine Lakes, or chasing Finland’s magical Northern Lights.

        And their team has seasoned luxury travel experts who can help you plan everything, from an African safari across the Serengeti to a Parisian nightlife trip.

        To start, simply send them a few details about your dream trip, and they’ll pair you with the right travel agent for your destination. Just be aware that not all of their agents might be too responsive, according to former clients.

        Pros

        • Over 50 years of experience
        • Has curated Signature Packages
        • Luxury travel experts customize trips
        • Will pair you with the right travel agent

        Cons

        •   Reports of unresponsive agents

        Great attitude, knowledgeable, & professional

        “What a wonderful customer-service experience we had with Ivette Sierra from Sharon Carr Travel (SCT). Every employer should have at least one Ivette — great attitude, knowledgeable, professional & very courteous. We are very satisfied with SCT & will gladly book our next travel tour w/same. 👍” — Jonathan Armenta, Google Review

        Excellent service behind the scenes and out front

        “This was easily a five-star experience. Casey Carr personally ensured that we successfully navigated all the land mines set by Covid on our magnificent train ride through the Canadian Rockies. Never a hitch. Like a cruise ship on land. (Probably better). Excellent service behind the scenes and out front. Kudos to everyone involved.” — Brenda Geisler, Google Review

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