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Prestige Travel, 3020 Devine Street Ste 2A, Columbia, SC (2024)

02/01/2023

I can’t really believe I’m writing this …. But I’m retiring. After 30 years of helping our travel family plan wonderful vacations, it’s time for this ole gal to do some traveling herself. I want to thank all who hung with us through the many changes that took place in our industry and adjusted with us as they happened. We survived the aftermaths of 911, recessions and most recently Covid and I’m really proud of that. When we bought Prestige in 1993 there were ten travel agencies within a five mile radius of our Devine St location. As we close our doors (still on Devine St) there is only one other left.
I want to send a shout out to my husband, Shep for being a great supporter and business partner. I couldn’t have done it without you. Also to Cathy Phenix who was my right arm and very loyal sidekick for so many years. And to our wonderful clients, Thank You from the bottom of my heart. Hope to see you around.

With a greatful heart,
Betsi

11/17/2020

These are gorgeous trees grown by my good friends Ernie and Melissa Williams ar Dolce Vita farms. Trees don't get any fresher than these. BUY LOCAL!!!!!

10/29/2019

At Prestige Travel, we have first-hand knowledge of hotels, resorts, cruise lines and tour companies, so we can happily help you to make the right decision about where to go, how to get there and where to stay. We recently helped this group plan a fun-filled week to California to celebrate their 40th birthdays! This is part 3 of their trip highlighted below. Scroll through to our other most recent posts to see other fabulous details from their recent trip!

"Every detail of this trip from San Francisco to Sonoma to the final portion of our journey in Carmel, was thoughtfully laid out by Betsi as she helped us plan our trip. It was the perfect ending to spend our final two days winding down at our gorgeous hotel, The Tickle Pink Inn overlooking the Pacific Ocean. To start the day, we took a scenic tour down Hwy 1 on our drive from Sonoma. We then dined at a delicious meal at Pebble Beach Golf Course and viewed The Lone Cypress, one of the most photographed trees in North America! Our hotel served a fabulous happy hour each afternoon complete with a wide variety of cheeses, nuts, olives, crackers and wine. Our group loved watching the sunset over the Pacific Ocean each evening at this happy hour. We also enjoyed a day trip to the shops at Carmel. Winding down in Carmel was the perfect ending to our 40th trip. We enjoyed this trip so much, and our group will be in touch for our next great adventure!"
~ Dargan and Chris Davis

Contact Besti at Prestige Travel at (803) 252-6900 to schedule an appointment to explore travel possibilities for your next group adventure! Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

10/16/2019

Traveling with a group of friends to a new destination is such an exciting way to see new parts of the country and the world, all while enjoying the fabulous company of your friends and family. Here is another glimpse of a recent trip that we, at Prestige Travel, helped plan for this fun group as they celebrated their 40th birthday's.

"On the second day of our trip we rented a car and headed out to Sonoma. It was a short 45 minute drive from San Francisco. Betsi had booked us at a quaint, boutique hotel, The Inn at Sonoma right off the square. Each afternoon the Inn hosted a wine and cheese reception that was delicious. We were within walking distance to many fabulous restaurants. We dined the first evening at The Girl and the Fig and would highly recommend it! The next day we set out with a personal tour guide of the wine country. It was such a fun way to explore the area, with a knowledgeable, local from the region that was able to help us tour some vineyards that are not typically open to the public. We learned so much about the area and the wine making process! For our last evening in Sonoma, we dined at a tapas restaurant within walking distance to our Inn. The next morning we packed up and prepared to start the final leg of our journey...traveling south on scenic Hwy 1 to Carmel-by-the-Sea. Stay tuned for the breathtaking views and scenes that are to come!" ~ Chris and Dargan Davis

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com to explore more travel destinations!

10/12/2019

At Prestige Travel, Betsi specializes in group travel. Recently, she helped a group of 6 plan a "40 and Fabulous" trip to San Francisco, Sonoma and Carmel-by-the-Sea in California. The group started their vacation in San Francisco, Sausalito, and the Muir Woods National Park.

Here is what they had to say:
"Betsi sat down with our group and helped us to explore numerous travel destinations for our upcoming trip. Once we selected California and the wine country as our destination, she was able to secure all of our hotel reservations, put together an itinerary and secure our plane flights. Upon arriving in San Francisco, we checked into the Hotel Adagio Autogragh Collection, a charming boutique hotel in Union Square. Our group set out exploring the city and enjoyed a fabulous dinner in the Ferry Building. Then we hopped on the Big Bus tour and took a guided tour of the city. The next day we went to Sausalito, hiked beside the Golden Gate Bridge and visited the Muir Woods National Park. Stay tuned as we highlight part 2 of our trip to Sonoma, and the beautiful wine country.”
~ Dargan and Chris Davis

Contact Besti at Prestige Travel at (803) 252-6900 to schedule an appointment or explore our website where you can view multiple travel possibilities for your next group! Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

10/06/2019

At Prestige Travel, we recently helped the Jacobs' plan their honeymoon to the Dominican Republic. This testimonial from their honeymoon helps to shine a true light on the island despite recent negative media coverage of travel to the Dominican Republic. Here is what they had to say:

"My husband and I just got back from our honeymoon at Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa in the Dominican Republic for the week. And let me tell you how amazing it was, and how thankful we are that we booked through you, and listened to you instead of switching destinations. From the time we landed, to the time we boarded the plane to come home, everyone was so nice and so welcoming. With all of your detailed instructions it was very easy to find the Delta workers at the airport and it was a easy, smooth transition to Secrets Resort. When we got there, I felt so bad because the resort was only at 30% capacity. So many people are missing out on such a beautiful destination in the resort because of the current media. And we were going to be one of those people, but thanks to you we got to enjoy every minute of it. Because of the cancellations, this allowed us to explore different room options and we were able to upgrade to the Ocean view swim out room, which was originally the exact room we had wished for! The room that we had booked through you, was still an amazing room, but who can pass up looking at that ocean every day from your bed! Secrets was so helpful, so relaxing, & so beautiful… We honestly had no complaints and we would not change anything about our honeymoon! Thank you so much for everything you have done to help make our honeymoon one for the books. Everyone in the Dominican Republic wanted us to tell everyone what an amazing trip we had. I want to continue to pass along how great we felt the Dominican Republic was to us. We look forward to using you as a travel agent in our future, as we hope and plan to travel a lot more! Thanks again for everything!"
Sincerely,
Kevin and Tate Jacobs

Are you in the beginning stages of planning your honeymoon? Contact Betsi at Prestige Travel (803) 252-6900 or visit our specialized honeymoon website to start planning today: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

08/23/2019

We recently helped Dave Johnson plan a romantic getaway for him and his future fiance to Secrets Playa Mujeres All/Adults All-Inclusive Resort in Cancún, Mexico.

Here's what he had to say: "Thank you so much for helping us with this much needed vacation, it wound up being an engagement! Secrets Playa Mujeres was beautiful and had stellar service and food. We would highly recommend it to anyone, and has us now thinking possible destination wedding. We did the dolphin experience too, which was really cool! Thanks again!" ~ Dave Johnson

Planning romantic getaways, honeymoons to the Caribbean & Mexico and destination weddings are our specialty at Prestige Travel. Contact Betsi at Prestige Travel (803) 252-6900 or visit our specialized honeymoon website to start planning today: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

08/05/2019

The McGee Family recently went on a cruise of a lifetime along the Baltic Sea with stops in Normandy, France, Paris, France, Tallinn, Estonia and St. Petersburg, Russia highlighted in the featured photographs.

Here is what they had to say: "We wanted to send a note to let you know how much we enjoyed our trip. The cruise was wonderful. We really enjoyed visiting Tallinn. We probably would never have picked that as a destination without it being a port of call. The two days in St. Petersburg were our favorite part of the cruise. First Hotel Kong Frederick in Copenhagen was nice and the staff very friendly and helpful. It is also in a convenient location to get around Copenhagen on foot.
The addition of Paris was wonderful as well. The day trip to Normandy was great, it makes me want to go back and spend more time exploring that area! Hotel Claridge was very nice as well. The staff there was without a doubt the friendliest and most helpful staff in any hotel we have ever stayed at. The Paris Visite Pass was a life saver too, as you definitely need to use the subways to get around Paris!
Thank you for your help in planning this trip. It was wonderful and one we will have cherished memories from for life!
~ Paul & Jamie McGee

From specialized cruises on the Baltic Sea like the McGee Family to river cruising throughout Europe and Asia, Betsi at Prestige can book your dream vacation from start to finish. Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900.

07/24/2019

Are you and your fiancé in the planning stages of your honeymoon? Betsi at Prestige Travel has been helping couples plan their special trip for 25+ years with a great deal of success. We recently helped the Brewer's plan their honeymoon to St. Lucia and here is what they had to say:

"Kerry and I had a blast in St. Lucia and we appreciate all you did for us. I'm sure all of the options we discussed would have been great but you listened to us and guided us to the resort/island that was perfect for us. The helicopter ride was a highlight right from the start and Sandals Halcyon had the perfect mix of activities and opportunities to relax. Here are some pictures we took so you can see some of the fun activities we did. Also the picture with my feet in it was taken from our patio right off of the beach -- I had the most wonderful massage right out there. Thanks again for everything. You are the best and this will by no means be the last trip you plan for us." ~ Ashley Brewer

Call Betsi at Prestige Travel (803) 252-6900 or visit our specialized honeymoon website to start planning today: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

07/11/2019

The 2019 US Tennis Open is next month in New York City and we've got some fabulous travel packages that include your hotel, a Broadway show, and Saturday and Sunday seats at the US Open. Grab a group of your friends and contact Betsi at Prestige Travel to book a package to the 2019 US Open! When: August 30-September 2, 2019

Both hotels choices are within walking distance to most Broadway theaters. Contact Betsi today to start planning (803) 252-6900. We can book your vacation from start to finish. Betsi can work with your group to select a plane flight and transportation at the airport as well!

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com to explore more travel destinations!

07/07/2019

Betsi at Prestige Travel has helped numerous clients travel to Curacao, a beautiful island located in the Southern Caribbean! She has even traveled to the island herself and can give you first-hand tips on exploring this gorgeous island that is rich in history and with diverse cuisine, cultures and experiences!

A neat travel tip about Curacao is that its unique location in the Southern Caribbean, puts it at a very low risk in coming in direct contact with a hurricane, making it an ideal place to travel all year round! Plus the weather is typically pleasant with consistent temperatures around the mid 80's all year and the island boast no real "rainy season" like many other Caribbean islands!

Betsi at Prestige can book your vacation from start to finish. She will work with you to select a plane flight, transportation at the airport, hotels and more. Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900

06/28/2019

We recently helped the Evans Family plan a tropical getaway to Jamaica. Here's what they had to say: "We absolutely LOVED our trip to Jamaica. The Hilton Rose Hall was fabulous. Thanks again for all of your help in making this a great family vacation." ~ Rosetta Evans

Contact Besti at Prestige Travel at (803) 252-6900 to schedule an appointment or click the link below to explore all of your travel possibilities! http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

06/20/2019

The sky is the limit for your next family vacation!✈️ Betsi recently helped the Jordan family plan an exotic trip to South America. From Equador to Machu Picchu in Peru, Betsi helped plan all of the details of their fabulous trip!

Contact Besti at Prestige Travel at (803) 252-6900 to schedule an appointment or click the link to explore our website where you can explore all of your travel possibilities for your next family vacation! Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

04/24/2019

Are you looking for a little adventure on your honeymoon? At Prestige Travel we can make that happen!

With over 25 years of experience in honeymoon planning, call Betsi at (803) 252-6900 and she will help you to explore all of your dream honeymoon possibilities. Visit our honeymoon website at www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com for additional honeymoon ideas and tips!

04/19/2019

Want to find a perfect family friendly resort for your next vacation? Travel to this secluded lush tropical paradise on the east coast of the Dominican Republic, just a short plane flight from the US! Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa boasts the largest pool in the Dominican Republic which flows from the lobby down to the beach with waterfalls and a swim-up bar. Plus kids can enjoy activities offered in the Explorer's Club while teens visit the Core Zone.

Contact Besti at Prestige Travel at (803) 252-6900 to schedule an appointment or click the link to explore our website where you can explore all of your travel possibilities! http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

04/14/2019

This could be you! Over the past 25 years, Betsi at Prestige Travel has helped couples navigate the decision of planning a destination wedding at a tropical location versus a traditional wedding. We have planned destination weddings at resorts throughout both the Caribbean and Mexico. This can be such a fun process for not just the bride and groom but the whole wedding party!

Schedule an appointment with Betsi (803) 252-6900 or email betsi@travelwith prestige.com to discuss all the possibilities of exchanging your vows in an intimate tropical setting. To read client testimonials about booking their destination wedding and honeymoon with Prestige Travel: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

04/06/2019

We have launched our new website! Our new website is very user friendly and can give you general information about destinations for your next adventure, flights and rates. Whether you're planning a romantic Hawaiian honeymoon, a group trip to the Caribbean, a relaxing family vacation in Greece or a safari adventure in Tanzania, Prestige Travel can help! Give us a call at 803-252-6900 before you book so we can shop around and make sure you're getting the best deal!

Browse Prestige Travel's all-new website at: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

04/02/2019

Prestige Travel is celebrating 25 years of business! Here is what Betsi owner of Prestige Travel has to say: “Traveling is my passion and I LOVE my job. No two resorts, ships, or destinations are the same, and I have traveled extensively during my 25+ years as a travel agent. This helps me so much when talking with couples and groups. The first thing I do is get to know them and create a dream list of what they are looking for from their trip, what their interests are, and how they see themselves in the picture they've created in their minds. It's my job to guide them in selecting a trip that turns that picture into a reality and exceeds their expectations."

Call Betsi at 803-252-6900 or visit Prestige Travel's website to start planning your next great adventure! http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

03/30/2019

New York City for the holidays? Yes, please! At Prestige Travel we have extensive experience planning fun-filled, memory making holiday trips to the Big Apple. Are you thinking of traveling in the late fall or early winter, now is the perfect time to secure reservations to Broadway shows and your hotel.

Betsi at Prestige can book your vacation from start to finish. She will work with you to select a plane flight, transportation at the airport, hotels and more. Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900.

03/28/2019

Uncruise Adventures known for their slogan: "Small Ships, Big Adventures" are smaller size cruise ships that will take you into the heart of Alaska or other fabulous destinations, on an intimate cruise ship designed for exploration of waterways and inlets that provide unparalled views unlike any large cruise ship. If this is an adventure that is on your bucket list, contact Betsi at Prestige to find out about a special now through April 19th where you can SAVE up to $1,200 on select 2019 departures to destinations in Alaska.

Discover Alaska's outback on an off-shore nature hike, watch humpback whales from the observation deck, view wild orca, spot a bear on the shore, take a skiff excursion or just view the amazing glaciers while relaxing onboard!

Contact Prestige Travel at 803-252-6900 and Betsi can explore this fabulous deal along with other trip possibilities and adventures! Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY.

03/24/2019

CJ & Jess Cypress spent their honeymoon in Greece. They traveled to Athens, Santorini, and Mykonos. Here is what they had to say: "Betsi put together an amazing honeymoon to Greece at pretty much the last second! Everything was planned in over a little more than two months! Once abroad, things went right as planned with not a single hiccup. I couldn't recommend working with Prestige Travel enough. Thank you for everything!"

With over 25 years of experience in honeymoon planning, call Betsi at (803) 252-6900 and she will help you to explore all of your possibilities from all-inclusive resorts to overseas adventures like the Cypress' honeymoon to Greece. Visit our honeymoon website at www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com to start planning TODAY!

03/21/2019

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection has a special limited time offer on select luxury cruises now through March 31. Save 30% off of over 300 departures or Fly Free!! Call Betsi at Prestige Travel to book your all-inclusive luxury river cruise in destinations such as Italy, France, Spain & Portugal, India, or a popular holiday season cruise.

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900.

03/18/2019

Don’t let this Monday get you down! We’ve got an offer for you to explore at the All-Inclusive, new Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa, in St. George’s, Grenada. For the next 2 days, Sandals is offering 7% off, on top of all current promotions on 7 exclusive rooms and suites at this resort along with other qualifying Sandals resorts in the Caribbean.

Sandals Grenada Resort takes you beyond the unexpected by blending the best of all of their resorts together, creating an extraordinary resort with private plunge pools, cascading waterfalls and lagoon-style pools with swim up bars.

Whether you’ve been waiting to book your honeymoon, or you need that unparalleled romantic escape to the powder white beaches of this exotic island deep in the Southern most part of the Caribbean, contact Betsi at Prestige Travel to explore this limited time offer. Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900.

03/15/2019

St. Patrick's Day is this Sunday and what better way to celebrate the Irish then by booking that trip to Ireland that you've always been dreaming of! Call Prestige Travel today and we can discuss travel deals going on right now some of which include discounted rates on airfare to Ireland along with amazing Ireland tours. Book a 7 Day Taste of Ireland tour or explore Ireland on an 8 Day Irish Heritage & Dromoland Castle tour, the possibilities are endless!

Betsi at Prestige can explore all of these options with you and book your vacation from start to finish. She will work with you to select a plane flight, transportation at the airport and to get you the best price for your vacation, with any exclusive deals!

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call Betsi at (803) 252-6900.

03/09/2019

We love planning adventure filled honeymoons! At Prestige Travel we can help you with all of your trip arrangements from your air travel to accommodations, car rental, tours, etc. and you fill in the rest. Recently, we helped Adam and Emily Waters plan their honeymoon to Alaska and here is what they had to say:

"I first want to say that Alaska was AMAZING! The scenery and wildlife were spectacular and everyone up there was so nice. We did not want to leave! With that being said, everything was planned out perfectly! You did an absolute amazing job finding everything that we wanted and making sure it was all going to work out as planned. I must admit, I was expecting some type of hiccup along the way with a missed appointment or communication error but it never happened. I cannot express how impressed we were with what you did for us and the entire experience we had. Thank you so much for everything, it exceeded our expectations!" - Adam and Emily Waters

With over 25 years of experience in honeymoon planning, call Betsi at (803) 252-6900 and she will help you to explore all of your possibilities. Visit our honeymoon website at www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com for additional honeymoon planning tips!

03/04/2019

Monday Motivation! What's stopping you from planning a destination wedding in a tropical location? The overall atmosphere is much more laidback and gives the couple the opportunity to spend time with their family and friends. Most importantly, a destination wedding typically places fewer demands on the bride and groom and provides them with more time to focus on each other and the vows they are taking.

Schedule an appointment with Betsi TODAY to discuss all the possibilities of exchanging your vows in an intimate tropical setting. To read client testimonials about booking their destination wedding and honeymoon with Prestige Travel: https://www.honeymoonsbyprestige.com/

03/02/2019

Is traveling to Hawaii on your bucket list? The Wailea Beach Resort Marriott in Maui has recently completed a once-in-a-life transformation of their resort. "Wailea's first resort is now it's newest!" You will be surrounded by the Pacific with amazing opportunities to view humpback whales whether it is while you are swimming in one of the 5 distinct pools all on the water's edge or during a spa treatment by the sea. From sunset dinners to floating cabanas to family experiences such as a movie house with beanbag seating, to the Keiki Kid's Club the Wailea Beach Resort has something for everyone. This resort has 7 unique dining restaurants, 4 of them with completely unobstructed ocean views.

Betsi at Prestige can book your vacation from start to finish. She will work with you to select a plane flight, transportation at the airport and to get you the best price for your vacation, including any exclusive deals that the resort is offering!

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY or call to schedule an appointment!

02/26/2019

Adventures in New Zealand and Australia! "Many thanks to Betsi Jordan of Prestige Travel for making these great arrangements. In NZ I learned that Orion is upside-down, the toilet flushes counterclockwise and it’s healthy to eat seaweed salad. My favorite animal is the little blue penguins!" ~ Elizabeth Rametta

Call or visit Prestige Travel to start your next great adventure. Contact 803-252-6900 or visit our website to start planning today! http://www.travelwithprestige.com/

02/24/2019

Ready to have the time of your life? At Prestige Travel we have extensive experience with planning vacations for a large group. Whether it's a family trip, group of graduates or close friends, we can help with every step of the process. We have first-hand experience with many of the cruise ships, tours and resorts we offer. It costs nothing extra to call us or use our services in person!

Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY!

02/13/2019

Beaches Resorts offer three all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean in Negril, Jamaica along Negril’s famous Seven Mile “Powder White” Beach, Ocho Rios, Jamaica “Ranked Top 10 Best Beach Resorts by Parents Magazine,” and in the beautiful, exotic Turks and Caicos. These resorts offer limitless activities that family members of all ages can enjoy, making Beaches Resorts a perfect family-friendly Caribbean location. Waterparks, scuba diving, snorkeling, all-inclusive golf programs for kids, Kids Clubs and X-Box lounges coupled with expansive dining and bar options, there is something for everyone!

Betsi at Prestige can book your vacation from start to finish. She will work with you to select a plane flight, transportation at the airport and will also make sure that all excursions and details are planned to perfection! Visit: http://www.travelwithprestige.com/ to start planning TODAY!