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Essential Americas Travel Agency (Tour operator) We love North America and love what we do. We offer quality, value not discount. We want their trip to be simply amazing.

We are a full service tour operator capable of helping your clients with any travel arrangement in the US, Canada and Mexico, be it a simple airport transfer, a customized vacation to the National State Parks, a foodie weekend in Mexico city or an active trip in Alaska. Do not hesitate to call our toll free number even if you just have a question about North America that no one can seem to answer

or have your travel agent contact us. Magali Chisholm, President
I came to the US when I was 14 years old. My first encounter with the country was in Colorado, in Fort Collins. I spent 2 months with a family. My English was not that good, but they were so nice and so welcoming that I had a blast. They took me around Colorado, from Mesa Verde to Durango to Great Sand Dunes. I came back year after year. I studied in UCSD, in La Jolla, which is certainly one of the most beautiful spots on earth. I went back to Paris and worked in the fashion industry for a while and was always in touch with the US for my job. I was lucky enough to do a 2 months road trip through all the great parks of the west between two jobs. I ended up in the tourism industry and only worked with the US market so every three months, I was going from NYC, to Philadelphia, Miami, Dallas, LA and Seattle. I then met my husband in New York (yes, it was a professional meeting that changed my life!) and never returned to Europe, except for holidays. I can almost say, I’ve been everywhere, man! There are very few states where I have not set foot! Kim Chisholm, Vice-President / Sales Executive
I was born in Paris but moved to Massachusetts when I was 6 months old. I lived in Andover, near Boston, until I was twelve and my parents divorced. I followed my mother in Paris. I returned to the US when I was 21 years old and started working for the French Government Tourist Office promoting France. I then moved to San Francisco and returned to New York after a couple of years and become the Marketing Director for Maison de la France. I travelled extensively in the US for leisure and business. I conducted travel agents seminar series and some trade shows.

A great hotel with a wonderful service.  Perfect location to explore Manhattan and relax in the pool after a busy day.
01/05/2023

A great hotel with a wonderful service. Perfect location to explore Manhattan and relax in the pool after a busy day.

We love the National Hotel Art Deco style and it’s longest swimming pool in Miami Beach.
15/10/2022

We love the National Hotel Art Deco style and it’s longest swimming pool in Miami Beach.

Portland is really the ultimate foodie destination!
05/09/2022

Portland is really the ultimate foodie destination!

01/07/2022
15/09/2021
Pictures from clients enjoying their safari tour!
01/08/2021

Pictures from clients enjoying their safari tour!

Today, we are taking you to New York CityThis iconic city has always been admired and never equaled.  It fascinates its ...
01/06/2021

Today, we are taking you to New York City
This iconic city has always been admired and never equaled. It fascinates its visitors.
You can go back to New York, season after season, year after year and visit new things each time, taste new food and always have the time of your life.
We have imagined the ultimate off the beaten track Big Apple experience.
But of course, if you prefer the classics, we can help you too.

Let’s keep the travel dream alive together.

Today, we are taking you to JuneauIt’s time to go into the wild.  Explore a land made of mountains, glaciers and rainfor...
25/05/2021

Today, we are taking you to Juneau
It’s time to go into the wild. Explore a land made of mountains, glaciers and rainforests, a refuge for exceptional animal and plant species.
Alaska is almost virgin territory that has remained untouched and mercifully unspoiled by humans.

Let’s keep the travel dream alive together.

Today, we are taking you to ChicagoAmerica’s ‘Windy City’ has plenty to offer. With its beautiful skyline, its vast lake...
19/05/2021

Today, we are taking you to Chicago
America’s ‘Windy City’ has plenty to offer. With its beautiful skyline, its vast lake, its great food scene, its clubs, Chicago is a fantastic destination for a long weekend.
There is culture and art with Frank Gehry's futuristic Pritzker Pavilion or Frank Lloyd Wright's stained-glass Robie House, many art museums housing everything from impressionist masterpieces to psychedelic paintings
Stroll through the parks, especially the Millennium Park by Lake Michigan, to admire the sculptures and interactive fountains with giant screens.

Let’s keep the travel dream alive together.

Today, we are taking you to Santa FeIt’s time to explore or rediscover this charming city that has been beautifully reno...
11/05/2021

Today, we are taking you to Santa Fe
It’s time to explore or rediscover this charming city that has been beautifully renovated and revived.
The colder months are ideal to discover the Spanish, Mexican and Native American heritage of Santa Fe or to go skiing in the nearby mountains.
If you like art, museums, adobe architecture and great food, Santa Fe is a fascinating destination.

Let’s keep the travel dream alive together.

Today, we are taking you to a very exciting city:  MiamiThis is a glamorous destination!  You have it all:  the beach, A...
04/05/2021

Today, we are taking you to a very exciting city: Miami
This is a glamorous destination! You have it all: the beach, Art Deco architecture, the trendy restaurants and bars and luxury hotels.
Go from one colorful building after another plus galleries, museums, independent boutiques and vibrant neighborhoods.

Let’s keep the travel dream alive together.

72 hours in Style is Back !Today, we are taking you to the pearl of the West Coast:  San FranciscoSample the Californian...
20/04/2021

72 hours in Style is Back !

Today, we are taking you to the pearl of the West Coast: San Francisco
Sample the Californian way of life and enjoy its European atmosphere. Head to Muir Wood and soak up the silence in this cathedral of nature. Have lunch in Sausalito, the former fishing village of Sausalito is now a chic seaside resort.
Between its hills and cable cars, the colorful little Victorian dolls houses, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz or the winding Lombard Street, San Francisco is a legendary place.

Let’s keep the travel dream alive together.

This week marks the end of our US/Canada winter series.  We are taking you to the Charlevoix region, North of Quebec Cit...
01/04/2021

This week marks the end of our US/Canada winter series. We are taking you to the Charlevoix region, North of Quebec City.
You will discover another peaceful eco-friendly resort overlooking the St. Lawrence River.

I want to thank you for your support and the kind emails that you have sent me over all these months.
We are already thinking about our next series and will be back soon.

Travel with us in Europe, the US, Mexico and Canada.

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This week we are taking you to Tadoussac in Quebec, Canada.Enjoy a private whale watching cruise in the vast St. Lawrenc...
25/03/2021

This week we are taking you to Tadoussac in Quebec, Canada.
Enjoy a private whale watching cruise in the vast St. Lawrence River, this summer.
Tadoussac, is nestled in one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
Spend a night in the heart of a boreal forest in a quaint cabin perched among the trees.

Travel with us in Canada.

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As Spring is arriving, this will be our last episode in the US and to finish beautifully it doesn’t get any better than ...
18/03/2021

As Spring is arriving, this will be our last episode in the US and to finish beautifully it doesn’t get any better than Zion National Park.
An iconic park with deep canyons, imposing mountains, sandstone cliffs, and rock arches soaring to the sky.

Next week, we will move to Canada for 2 more episodes to introduce you to unique sustainable hotels.

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/Ow6lcVOVwME

This week we are moving to Utah for a stop in the magnificent Bryce Canyon.Enjoy its stunning scenery of red earth, arch...
11/03/2021

This week we are moving to Utah for a stop in the magnificent Bryce Canyon.
Enjoy its stunning scenery of red earth, arches and ridges that huddle together like a petrified army, covered in snow.
Paiute people believed these rock formations were people whom angry gods had turned into stone.

We suggest to stay in a charming Victorian house, The Monroe Inn, in the village of Monroe where you can relax in natural hot springs.

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/hDDB3yUvun0

For our last week in Yellowstone National Park we had to take you to the legendary Old Faithful geyser.Winter is really ...
04/03/2021

For our last week in Yellowstone National Park we had to take you to the legendary Old Faithful geyser.
Winter is really the best time of year as the geyser is only reachable by snowmobile or snow coach, which guarantees a more intimate experience.
Enjoy the magnificent waterfalls and ride side by side with the magnificent bison one last time!

It’s not too late to plan a winter vacation!

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/SLJTzBosakQ

We are still in the Northern region of Yellowstone National Park and are taking you to a natural classroom in the Lamar ...
25/02/2021

We are still in the Northern region of Yellowstone National Park and are taking you to a natural classroom in the Lamar Valley, considered the "American Serengeti" due to the large and easy-to-see populations of wildlife found in the area. This is the best place on earth to view wolves.
You don’t need to go to Africa to go on a safari. There's no other experience that is comparable to watching wildlife going about their daily activities in their natural habitat.
Our goal again is to show you what your clients are going to see and avoid any disappointment. See our pictures first and the ones that they will see in the brochures…

It’s not too late to plan a winter vacation!

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/rqLbdw2qu4w

We are still in the Northern region of Yellowstone National Park.In the winter, the only way to go deeper in the park is...
18/02/2021

We are still in the Northern region of Yellowstone National Park.
In the winter, the only way to go deeper in the park is either by snowmobile or snow coaches.
Hop on the snow coach with us to go to Norris Geyser Basin.
This geothermal hot spot is the park's oldest and hottest. It also has the tallest geyser in the world
It’s not too late to plan a winter vacation!

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/jm5h2kiJ5zE

We are moving to Yellowstone National Park.We are staying at the Northern entrance,  near Gardiner, Montana.  This is th...
11/02/2021

We are moving to Yellowstone National Park.
We are staying at the Northern entrance, near Gardiner, Montana. This is the only one that's open to regular traffic during the winter months.
From there you can drive to Mammoth Hot Springs, where the Mammoth Hot Springs hotel remains open.
Winter is the best time to visit Yellowstone’s Mammoth Springs…very few people and this geothermal wonderland turns into a fantasy fairyland.

It’s not too late to plan a winter vacation!

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/i2Wrum_gpOQ

Are you ready for the best possible family adventure?Let’s go dog sledding in a breathtaking setting.It’s so fun and pea...
04/02/2021

Are you ready for the best possible family adventure?

Let’s go dog sledding in a breathtaking setting.
It’s so fun and peaceful at the same time.
This tour is suitable for everyone, whether you are with your partner, family or friends. No experience required.
You ride as a passenger, under the guidance of a private guide, an ideal position to appreciate the pack and the scenery.
If you are a little bit more adventurous, you can be a musher too!

It’s not too late to plan a winter vacation!

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/EX7xhhfvxOs

Let’s go for another adventure in Winter Wonderland in the Wild Wild West.We are still in Jackson Hole and even if we ar...
28/01/2021

Let’s go for another adventure in Winter Wonderland in the Wild Wild West.
We are still in Jackson Hole and even if we are in the middle of a blizzard, you will see that it was totally worth the experience.
If like me you have a hankering to see elk—and I mean a lot of elk—then hop on a wagon with us and visit the National Elk Refuge, just a mile from Jackson, Wyo.’s Town Square!

You can only see them in the winter, so wear your warmest cloth and your mittens and meet these beautiful animals!

It’s not too late to plan a winter vacation and it’s the perfect time to plan a summer or fall adventure.

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/iStuJs0YZg0

It’s a new year, it’s a new continent, and it’s all about Winter Wonderland in the Wild Wild West.Clients seeking advent...
21/01/2021

It’s a new year, it’s a new continent, and it’s all about Winter Wonderland in the Wild Wild West.
Clients seeking adventure, freedom and wilderness will enjoy the natural wonders of Wyoming, Montana & Utah.

Everywhere we went the health and human safety was paramount. Hotels, restaurants, ski lifts and tours providers have all taken drastic steps to protect clients.
New protocols and procedures made it possible for us to safely travel and enjoy the outdoors.

For the first episode, we will concentrate on the popular skiing destination of Jackson Hole, the perfect getaway for winter activities.
Today, we will show you the reality of a Grand Teton Winter Safari. Sometimes the animals are by the road, sometimes they are much further away.
The wildlife movies we made are with our iPhones held up to our binoculars, so the quality is not great but the idea is to give you a true picture. This is what you clients will see! No fake advertising! What you see if what you get!

It’s not too late to plan a winter vacation and it’s the perfect time to plan a summer or fall adventure.

Travel with us in the US and fall in love again with these magnificent destinations!

https://youtu.be/ipenFVUuLmM

A very quaint farm to table B&B where to spend a night or two between Yellowstone National Park and the parks of Utah.
29/12/2020

A very quaint farm to table B&B where to spend a night or two between Yellowstone National Park and the parks of Utah.

Simply breathtaking!  Yellowstone beautiful hot springs terraces.
25/12/2020

Simply breathtaking! Yellowstone beautiful hot springs terraces.

Dog sledding in Wyoming. Just fantastic!
23/12/2020

Dog sledding in Wyoming. Just fantastic!

A wonderful experience.
22/12/2020

A wonderful experience.

NYC by night, stunning.
20/12/2020

NYC by night, stunning.

Discover our 72 hours in Style in Portland Maine.It’s never too early to dream about your next summer getaway.Portland M...
15/12/2020

Discover our 72 hours in Style in Portland Maine.

It’s never too early to dream about your next summer getaway.
Portland Maine has it all: lobster shacks, lighthouses, beaches, farm to table restaurants, galleries that feature local artists, cobblestone lanes and a photogenic harbor!
For the past 15 years, it has been my 4th of July destination. I will be happy to share with you and your clients my favorite spots and the best places where to unwind.

Let’s keep the travel dream alive together.

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