Destination Countries We Specialize In
Antarctica
Botswana
China
Egypt
Ethiopia
Gambia
Ghana
Guatemala
Ireland
Kenya
Lesotho
Madagascar
Malawi
Mali
Morocco
Mozambique
Namibia
Nigeria
Rwanda
Senegal
South Africa
Swaziland
Tanzania
Tibet
Tunisia
Uganda
United Kingdom
Zambia
Travel Styles
Budget (2-3 stars)
Mid-range (3-4 stars)
Luxury (4-5 stars)
Activities
Beach
Bicycling
Boating / Sailing
Child Friendly
Cruise
Eco-tourism
Family Vacation
Golf
Hiking / Trekking
History & Archeology
Outdoor Adventure
Rafting / Kayaking
Safari & Wildlife
Scuba Diving
Spa
Spectacular Scenery
Volunteer Travel
Walking Tours
Yoga
Services
Airport Transfer
Car Rental
Car with Driver
Guided Tours
Regional Flights
Cruise
Lodging
Tickets to Events
Travel Industry Certificates and Memberships
1) California Seller of travel registration #2073714-40. You can verify this at: http://vcinweb.doj.ca.gov/SellerOfTravel/SotprodTest/sotInput.asp The CA Seller of Travel law requires agencies to keep client payments in a trust account, requires agencies to pay into a restitution fund, and sets standards for financial recordkeeping.
2) Participant with the California travel restitution fund. You can verify this at http://vcinweb.doj.ca.gov/SellerOfTravel/SotprodTest/sotInput.asp
3) Our own errors and omissions insurance through Berkely Insurance. Our policy number is EOL 9320570-03.
4) Membership in ASTA. You can search by our zip code of 95864 at http://www.asta.org
5) Accreditation by IATA. Our IATA number is 05713816. You can verify this at: http://www.checkacode.com/index.asp
6) Earned the right to use the *.travel extension. Our agency has been vetted as a legitimate travel industry member. You can access our website through www.distinctive-destinations.travel
7) A China Tourist Office China specialist. You’ll see a copy of the certificate at http://www.distinctive-destinations.com/WhyUseATravelAgent.html
8) A member of the Association for the Promotion of Tourism to Africa (APTA).
9) The President of the Sacramento Valley chapter of the Association for the Promotion of Tourism to Africa. You can verify this at: http://www.apta.biz/board-sacramentoCA.html
10) A Travel Institute Destination Specialist for Africa. A copy of the certificate can be found at http://www.distinctive-destinations.com/WhyUseATravelAgent.html
11) A Travel Institute Destination Specialist for the Caribbean. A copy of the certificate can be found at http://www.distinctive-destinations.com/WhyUseATravelAgent.html
12) A Kenya Tourist Office Master KATS agent (Kenya Authorized Travel Specialist). http://www.kenyaagent.com/home.cfm Scroll to the bottom left, and select "click here for a Kenya specialist." Put in our zip code of 95864 and you'll find our agency. A copy of the certificate can be found at http://www.distinctive-destinations.com/WhyUseATravelAgent.html
13) A Tanzania Tourist Office specialist. A copy of the certificate can be found at http://www.distinctive-destinations.com/WhyUseATravelAgent.html
14) A South Africa tourist office specialist (FUNDI). http://www.southafrica.net/index.cfm Select “find an expert”
15) An Aruba Tourist Board specialist. Go to this site and put in the zip code of 95864: http://www.aruba.com/reservations/acefind.jsp
16) Mexico specialist. A copy of the certificate can be found at http://www.distinctive-destinations.com/WhyUseATravelAgent.html
17) ASTA proficiency certification.
18) Certificate in tourism from the California State University, Sacramento.
19) Membership in the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO).
20) On the board of directors of the Guild of International Travel Professionals (GITP). View the website at www.thegitp.com
21) Member of the Better Business Bureau
Description
Distinctive Destinations focuses on the travel experience that you want; we don't focus on the product. There are many travel agencies that sell specific products--such as XYZ cruises, ABC all-inclusives--and some agencies only sell a select number of products. Our agency isn't limited in what we can arrange for you. Any products that Distinctive Destinations recommends are based on our professional knowledge that these are the products to provide you with the experience you want. We strive to match your needs, desires, and budget with travel suppliers that are reputable, reliable and capable of making your trip something special to be treasured. But more--we want your trip to be enriching--to touch your mind and spirit--and to become part of you when you return home.
Sample Trips
A 16 day trip to Tanzania
Come with us to East Africa and see the major conservation areas of Arusha National Park,the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangiri, Lake Manyara,...