About Honeymoons in Paradise - 5 Star Vacations
Our agency is a member of;
BBB Better Business Bureau of San Diego
CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association)
IATAN (International Airlines Travel Agency Network)
CST (California Seller of Travel) Certificate of Registration # 2061023-40
CTO Caribbean Travel Organization
PATA Pacific Asia Travel Association
All our bookings are through fully licensed and bonded travel wholesalers such as GoGo World Wide Vacations, Air Jamaica Vacations, Apple Vacations, Fun Jet Vacations, Happy Tours, Classic Vacatiosn etc., to just mention a few of them.
My Travel Experience
Educational trips & Seminars
Education & Certifications
Why Choose us as your travel agent ?
What we can do for you ?
Honeymoons in Paradise is independently owned and managed by Heidi von Arx.
To give you some background on her expertise and professionalism, she would like to present herself to you:
I was born and raised in Switzerland where I lived until 1988. Even though my name is Heidi and I am from Switzerland, I do not yodel. Next to having raised a family with two wonderful sons, I was in the hotel industry in Switzerland for over 20 years. Customer service has always fascinated me. It will always be a priority for me to make my customers happy. I speak fluent German, Swiss German, French and English.
Travels over the past few years include;
2007 Cook Islands, April 5 - 12, 2007
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2006 Switzerland, July 30 - August 18, 2006
EurRail tour across Switzerland, visiting Luzerne, the very heart of Switzerland, Lugano in Ticino the Italian part, the sun terrace of Switzerland where even palm trees grow happily along the shores of the very picturesque lake Lugano, Lake Geneva and it's many wine regions, Zermatt home of the world famous Matterhorn, plus many as beautiful but remote mountain areas were on my itinerary on this trip.
2006 Italy, March 21 - April 6, 2006 Napels, Sorrento and, Amalfi coast, Capri and more;
Some of the most spectaculare sceneries you can immagine on the Italien coastline unfolds in front of your eyes.
Bella Sorrento - a jewel in the Bay of Naples
Sorrento is a great base for sightseeing...
Sorrento and it's surrounding areas will kept you coming back for years to come.
One of the things that will attract you to Sorrento is that it's such a fantastic base to see an incredible array of things, whether you're into history, sightseeing, shopping - you name it.
Most people use Sorrento as a base to see Vesuvius,or to go to Pompeii, to Herculaneum, to Capri, to Ischia, to Amalfi, to Ravello, to Positano, to Rome - the list can go on forever, but some sights are a 'must see'.
First and foremost is Vesuvius, the only active volcano on mainland Italy, and there is plenty to see as you go there - including the opportunity to walk right to the top and stare into the crater.
Then there's Pompeii - a really, really breathtaking experience. You will be stunned by how big and how sophisticated this city was two thousand years ago.
Less cultured but more sophisticated in modern terms is Capri. Fabulous scenery, an interesting history, and shopping galore for the ladies.
A bigger island in the bay is Ischia, a volcanic island itself that is famous for it's thermal baths, brilliant weather and plenty of wine.
Then there is Amalfi, Ravello, Positano, Salerno, excursions to Rome - and so many other things to see and do - Let me customize for your a dream come true vacation to some of Italy?s most spectacular and exiting destinations.
2006 Tahiti February 12 - 20, 2006 - Tahiti, Moora, Bora Bora, Tikehau and Taha'a private Island.
Some of the visited resorts are; Sheraton Resort Tahiti, Inter-Continental Resort Tahiti, Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa, Bora Bora Pearl resort & Spa, Hotel Bora Bora, Bora Bora Lagoon Resort & Spa, Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa, Le Meridien Bora Bora, St Regis Resort Bora Bora, and Tikehau Pearl Resort & Spa, - Two years after my last Tahiti trip to Tahiti, I was ready to go back to Tahiti to update my knowledge of Tahiti and her Islands. Visiting the resorts; walking the grounds and tasting the foods is what it is all about to being able to sending you on your once in a lifetime honeymoon or vacation. Our primary concern is to being able to sending you on to your dream vacation and to being able to knowing which of the many resorts you would be the happiest with. The one thing we don't want, is to selling you to a picture in a brochure or a Web site ! Our offer to you is first hand experience. Our connections to the Resorts managers and the staff is what guarantees you the best possible accommodations and possible upgrades !
2006 January - Hawaii / Honeolulu / Waiki Beach update.
After I had not visited Waikiki hotels for a couple of years; In January 2006 I decided to update the information on Waikik Beach hotels to know about changes and additions to the ever changing travel world. I stayed at the 5 Star Hanekulani Resort, just steps away from all the action right on the beach of world famous Waikiki beach but still very secluded with the best service you can ever ask for.! I have visited many other hotels during my stay and I feel very confident to knowing exactly just where to send you to find your best deal, the action and the beach or the secluded ness that you are looking for.
2005 - September trip to Switzerland.
Hiking the Swiss Alps may not be your cup of tee but the scenery of the charming little villages on the green slopes of a mountain side, a trip on a cog rail up to mount Rigi or cruising Lake Lucerne on a nostalgic paddle steamer might be what sets your mind at peace. This little country in the midst of the Alps surrounded by mountains and valleys, lakes and rivers, where several cultures meet, 4 languages are spoken, the country that many world celebrities call their home and many more spend their vacations at, let it be your dream vacation destination for a week or two. Since I am a true Swiss and having lived there for over 40 years, let me help you plan your next vacation, let me guide you through the maze of mountains and valleys let me help you make your dream come true !
2005 June 3 - 9, I visited all SuperClub resorts including Starfish Trelawny.
I stayed at the Grand Lido Braco and the Grand Lido Negril for two nights each.
These resorts truly are top values, I can highly recommend them. Every resort has it's own charm and character and depending on what you are looking for I know exactly what reosrt to send you to! The Lido Resorts are AAA 4 diamond award upscale resorts where culinary feasts may be expected in each one of their specialty restaurants. World recognized chefs are preparing your meals which are presented and served to you - to also please your eyes. Romantic evenings in a world class setting or a lazy afternoon at the pool, it?s all yours.
The Breezes Resorts are for the active ones for those sports enthusiasts and easy going, stressed out people looking for a fun vacation without dress attires!
Hedonism Resorts are for the endless party geeks that like to sleep in because they just got to bed at dawn. Great beaches offering water sports as well as beach bars to relax, excellent food and all day fun until the party atmosphere returns in the evening!
Starfish Trelawny a perfect setting for families with a moderate budget. This newly renovated resort just got a multi million dollar face lift and presents itself beautifully. The pool areas are absolutely spectacular! The rock climbing, the trapeze , the mini golf, banana boat rides and the kids club etc. keep your kids busy all day long.
This whole trip reassured me that SuperClub Resorts truly are SUPPER! There is a resort for every one and for every budget as well!
2005 April 3 - 18, Italy including Rome and Umbria. An educational trip to medievel towns such as Assisi and Gubbio! Highlights of history, a true Gourmet and Spa experience - continue to Switzerland and Bernise Alps!
2005 February - March, Fiji,
visiting Bega Lagoon, Treasure Island Resort and Bounty Island. As a PADI certified diver I have experience first hand the warm, crystal clear waters of Fiji with it's diverse marine life and colorful coral reefs.
2004 December Puerto Rico - Paradisus Puerto Rico, Westin Rio Mar, as well as several other hotels were on my inspection itinerary.
stayed at the new Paradisus Puerto Rico and visited several other resorts including the Westin Rio Mar.
2004 November Jamaica Negril, Ocho Rios and Montego bay resorts
I stayed at Swept Away & Couples Ocho Rios and visited many other resorts that we highly recommend being it for a romantic honeymoon or a great vacation.
2004 June Swiss Alps hiking trip - if you are looking for pure clean air, majestic snow capped mountains for hiking, biking or skiing, Switzerland should be on your wish list.
2003 November Tahiti ; - Visiting Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora and Tahaa. A very extensive trip experiencing a total of 26 resorts on different islands. Tasting the foods and participating on the excursions such as shark feeding, Jeep tours, Dolphin quest and much more.
2003 October Jamaica; - visiting some new resorts as well as checking out some improvements, additions and remodelings at some Sandals, Couples Resorts and Sunset beach Resorts were part of this trip.
2003 June Wind Surf Cruise & Italy Venice, Greece, Sicily, Croatia, Malta and Rome
2002 April Fiji Islands - visiting many Coral Coast hotels, Tokoriki Island, Castaway, Malolo Island and the 3 day Blue Bay Lagoon cruise, it was a once in a lifetime experience.
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For over 12 years I have traveled all over the world as a tour director with groups of 30 and more customers per trip. Australia, Russia, China, Middle Asia, most European countries, all tourist destinations in the US and Canada including Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean and the Bahamas -- you name it, I have been there. As a tour director I had the opportunity to stay at the best hotels, visit the most famous operas and museums on this planet and best of all, I was paid to do so! I have been arranging vacation trips to all Caribbean Islands, the Bahamas, Fiji, Tahiti, Mexico and Hawaii for over eight years now. My broad knowledge about travel allows me to customize a trip for you to practically any place you want to travel to.
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Educational trips and seminars
I am dedicating 4 - 6 weeks per year for travel seminars and hotel inspections.
In the past ten years I have extensively traveled and participated in seminars and hotel inspections in many major destinations. Some of the destinations are East Africa for a Safari and some hotel inspections, Hawaii, Fiji, Tahiti, Turks and Caicos Islands, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Barbados, Columbus Isle, Puerto Rico, St. Lucia, Aruba, Jamaica, and Mexico. Some of the major resorts I have stayed at were, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Club Meds (10 resorts total) , including many Club Meds in Europe, Couples Resorts, Swept Away, Allegro Resorts and many more.
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CSS Certified Sandals Specialist
ACE Aruba Certified Expert
CBS Certified Bahamas Specialist
CMS Club Med Specialist
TIARE Tahiti Specialist
PADI Certified diver
CTO Caribbean Tourist Organization member
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Why choose us as your travel agent?
We are fully aware that you have many competitive choices from which to choose and understand that it is difficult to find an agency you can trust. However, before you make your final choice, consider the added value we can offer you.
Our very high volume of bookings with only top resorts and airlines guarantee you the best rates with no hassles. Our extensive travel experience and our first-hand knowledge and educational background of the destinations we offer guarantee you the highest quality and topmost service you fully deserve. We know it is difficult and confusing to choose a destination from beautiful pictures and printed brochures. We share your feelings in sensing that some of these picture-perfect vacation packages may be misleading. We know that it is frustrating time consuming to obtain the best package rates given the overwhelming wealth of information on the Internet.
But consider this. We are truly the exception. We have the experience and knowledge that will ensure that you receive the best value for your dollars. We have "been there" and we have "done that" for our customers. Give us the opportunity to help you find the very best resort and destination vacation package. One that best meets your needs!
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Based on my educational background and expertise and the partners with whom we work, I am able to help you find the perfect destination for your next vacation, honeymoon or business trip. Our outstanding relationship with our travel partners, airlines and resorts guarantee you the best value for your money. We know the destinations and resorts from personal experience and do not have to trust a brochure or picture. We know if the bathrooms are too small and the ocean views are hidden behind untrimmed trees. We know the variety of restaurants and foods. We know the local people and how to get around on the islands. We are here for you to make sure your trip is a memorable and great experience that you will remember forever.
We provide the personal touch that can make all the difference
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