(37 Reviews)
97% Recommended

Janet Clarke

Corona del Mar, CA
River Cruise & European Travel Specialist

 

 

Welcome to It's a Snap Vacations

Since 2008, I have taken great pride in providing my clients with expert travel advice, personalized insights, and seamless planning for unforgettable jour...
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River Cruise & European Travel Specialist

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Welcome to It's a Snap Vacations


Since 2008, I have taken great pride in providing my clients with expert travel advice, personalized insights, and seamless planning for unforgettable journeys. At It's a Snap Vacations, my mission is to turn your travel dreams into reality with care, creativity, and unmatched attention to detail.


Experience the Magic of European River Cruising


Imagine gliding down a tranquil river, your ship offering front-row views of Europe’s most enchanting cities. From the comfort of your stateroom, you’ll witness magnificent landmarks drift by. Once docked, you’ll step directly into the heart of history, soaking up the sights, sounds, and vibrant life of each destination. These moments are truly priceless!


A European river cruise offers the best of both worlds:



  • Convenience: Unpack just once and settle in for the journey.

  • Luxury: Enjoy professional service, gourmet cuisine, and elegant accommodations.

  • Flexibility: Explore each port at your own pace. Whether you crave a leisurely lunch at a sidewalk café, a guided tour through centuries-old streets, or a hike to a hilltop castle, the choice is always yours


Why Travel With Me?


River Cruise Expertise: I am a seasoned river cruise specialist with firsthand experience and insider knowledge to match you with the perfect itinerary.


Free Independent Travel (FIT) Specialist: For those who prefer to explore on their own, I excel at crafting custom European adventures—by rail, car, or a blend of both.


Certified Travel Agent: With over a decade of professional experience and journeys to 22+ countries, I bring both passion and practical know-how to every trip I plan.


Educational Approach: As a former elementary school teacher, I love introducing travelers to the rich history and culture of each destination, making every trip both fun and enlightening.


More Than Just Cruises:


River cruising is just one way to experience Europe. I also arrange:


Rail Travel: Seamless train journeys across the continent. Freedom to explore at your own pace.


Land Stays: From major hotel chains to charming local inns. 


Let’s Plan Your Next Adventure!


Whether you’re dreaming of a river cruise, a custom European itinerary, or a unique travel experience anywhere in the world, I’m here to make it happen—effortlessly and memorably. Contact me today and let’s start planning your next great escape!


 


 


 


I also book travel to Hawaii and Alaska, both land tours and cruises. I have organized multi-generational Caribbean cruises and Disney Cruises, as well. Disney's Aulani in Hawaii offers the perfect experience for a wide range of ages.


There's more to the perfect trip than just finding the lowest price. Understanding the many components of your vacation and taking the time to learn the why behind your wants and your needs allows me to guide your choices. Putting all the pieces together to create your adventure is my passion.


When creating a custom vacation itinerary for you, one of my goals is to provide you with a personal connection and professional guidance that is lacking in the world of Internet booking. I look forward to creating the vacation of a lifetime for you.


Over the years, I have created wonderful vacation memories for honeymooners, families with children, multi-generational groups, empty-nesters, and retired couples.


Regardless of age or group size, the common threads my clients and I share are open minds and hearts to the spirit of surprise and adventure that makes a vacation truly a wonderful lasting memory.

Travel Makes the Best Memories

Looking back at my travels I remember so many fun, surprising, and horizon-expanding events. I remember cruising down the Danube, exploring local handcraft markets, discovering local cuisine, and crossing wide-open countryside that was once an armed border crossing.

Then there was the time our little Mini-Cooper almost ran out of gas in the Scottish Highlands. The one local store had to unchain the gas pump. Yes, travel makes wonderful memories.

Travel is also great fun to anticipate. I am so looking forward to sailing on the inaugural Viking Ocean ship, the Viking Star. Exploring the Baltic Sea for 15 days—priceless memories!

My Reviews

11 of 18 people found this review helpful
A trip to always remember
Listens to all our concerns.
By  Ancestry Calls  from  Milwaukie
Traveled to  Czech Republic ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Janet Clarke responded:
It's always a pleasure to work with you Barb. You've had two big trips this year and more coming up. Happy trails in the future! Cheers, Janet

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15 of 27 people found this review helpful
Amazing Trip!!!!
She was phenomenal. Our airline requirements were daunting and she worked her magic to get us the flights we wanted. Our tours in Israel and Jordan were magnificent.
By  World Traveler  from  Irvine, CA.
Traveled to  Middle East
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Janet Clarke responded:
Thanks so much you two world travelers! You are doing all my bucket list destinations. It was a pleasure to create this adventure for you and I look forward to helping you with your future travel plans.

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7 of 12 people found this review helpful
A once in a lifetime experience
Janet was very helpful even when we needed to change things.
By  Cynthia  from  Portland
Traveled to  Czech Republic ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Janet Clarke responded:
It was a true pleasure to help you with your roots travel to the Czech Republic. I'm delighted it was such a rewarding experience. I look forward to planning more trips for you in the future. Cheers, Janet

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13 of 24 people found this review helpful
A travel agent who cares
She is completely attentive. She plans great trips and is very available. I will never use anyone else
By  dennis  from  denver
Traveled to  Prague ~ Czech Republic ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Janet Clarke responded:
It was special to help put this trip together for you and family. There were a lot of moving parts in this trip, and one broken train. I appreciate your patience as we waited out some refunds. And I sincerely look forward to working with you in the future, retirement opens the doors to wider horizons.

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What a Great Trip Abroad
Janet is wonderful to work with. She knows her stuff, much of it from her own personal travels.
By  Ken   from  Irvine, CA
Traveled to  Athens ~ Greece ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Janet Clarke responded:
Cheers, Ken. Always a pleasure to assist you. You too know a ton of travel facts and insights. :) Janet

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Destination Expert:

  • Ireland
  • Scotland
  • Germany
  • Netherlands
  • Czech Republic

Travel Specialist:

  • River Cruises
  • European Culture
  • Cruises
  • Escorted Tours
  • Small Ship Cruises

Top Travel Partners:

  • AmaWaterways
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Viking
  • Globus
  • Rocky Mountaineer

Certifications/Awards:

  • CTA
  • Gateway to Excellence Award recipient in 2018
  • Verified Travel Advisor (VTA) Graduate 2019
  • Circle of Excellence Award-2023
  • Gateway to Excellence Award-2024

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