(26 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Susan Buchner

Mountainside, NJ
Luxury and Family Travel Specialist

After traveling across the globe for the past 30 years for fun with friends and family - and planning all of those trips - I am so excited to finally follow my passion for travel and plan amazing vacations for others.  I've never met a vacation th...
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Luxury and Family Travel Specialist

The pristine beauty of Cap Juluca, Anguilla
The pristine beauty of Cap Juluca, Anguilla

After traveling across the globe for the past 30 years for fun with friends and family - and planning all of those trips - I am so excited to finally follow my passion for travel and plan amazing vacations for others.  I've never met a vacation that I didn't like.  Whether I'm sunning myself on the beautiful beaches in Mexico or the Caribbean, cruising across the sea, or hiking in the Austrian Alps, I always take a moment to enjoy where I am and make sure that I absorb the full experience.  


Two of my most favorite trips occurred years apart, and were vastly different trips but demonstrate how exciting it can be to explore the world far from home but that staying close to home can also be fun.  First, years ago, as a young girl, I found myself in Zadar, Croatia. Most who travel to Croatia on the Adriatic Coast will visit Dubrovnik, or possibly Split.  But for me Zadar is the real Jewel of the Adriatic.  I was mesmerized by the charming Old Town, and its stunning position on the sea.  Meandering through the city, amongst the ruins of the past civilizations that reigned here, it is easy to imagine the Romans and Venetians building their cultures here.   My second favorite trip could not be any more different than wandering the beautiful Adriatic Coast yet it ranks high in my memory.  During the Covid Pandemic, my husband and I were trying to find a place to vacation with our two teenage daughters that was a drivable distance from our home in New Jersey but would still present us with the opportunity to relax and have fun.  We found our answer at The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.  We packed up our car, old school style, and hit the road with plenty of snacks and a book on tape.  Seven hours later we pulled into what can only be described as one of the most beautiful, historic hotels in the world.  For the next week we occupied ourselves with skeet shooting, archery classes, hatchet throwing, an off-road adventure driving a Polaris RZR, lots of time enjoying a beautiful relaxing pool, and not to mention world class dining at the Resort's many, many restaurants.  That trip could not have been any more different than my solo trip through Zadar, but the memories and fun we shared as a family that week push it to the top.  I know we will be laughing at our Greenbrier memories at many Thanksgiving dinners in years to come.  


For me, these two trips represent what the best experiences in travel can be.  If you are the type of person who wishes to stay close to home, I can help you plan the vacation of your dreams.  Maybe an Amtrak adventure, a trip down the mighty Mississippi on a river boat, or a stay at a beautiful ranch in Montana is your cup of tea.  America has so many beautiful places to explore and it would bring me so much joy to help you find them.  If you are game to explore the world beyond our borders, let's do it!  Kayaking in Patagonia, riding a Vespa around Rome, or climbing to breathtaking Machu Pichu are all just a phone call or email away.  


Let's make your next trip your most memorable trip!  


 


 


 


 

Some of my reviews from my amazing clients!!

Susan was a pleasure to worth with from our first conversation. She is a consummate professional who understands value. We were traveling for the first time to the Caribbean and wanted a luxury resort, on a quiet beach but wanted to avoid an all-inclusive. She recommended that we stay at Cap Juluca and we couldn't have been more delighted with her suggestion. I would recommend her to anyone planning a vacation without hesitation.  Anna A., Westfield, NJ

Susan is an extremely knowledgeable traveler who pays attention to the details. I would absolutely trust her with all destinations and vacations that we plan to take. She is amazing!!  Dawn D., Mountainside, NJ

 

My Reviews

3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Best senior spring break trip!
Susan was extremely helpful in booking our hotel reservation at the SLS Beverly Hills. She understood exactly what we wanted out of the trip, and the location was perfect for accessing West Hollywood and the Beverly Hills business district, and it was only a short drive from the Santa Monica Pier. She suggested amazing restaurants in Malibu and throughout West Hollywood and aided us with booking those reservations, as well. Additionally, Susan was able to recommend fantastic, worth while hikes and sight seeing tours/activities. Overall, she was very accommodating and seemed well versed in what the greater LA area had to offer. Will definitely be working with her again soon!
By  Nicole   from  Miami, FL
Traveled to  Los Angeles ~ California ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Susan Buchner responded:
Thank you so much for your kind words. You and your friends were a pleasure to work with and I hope that you will consider me when planning your next adventure.

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4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Most relaxing beach vacation ever!
Susan was a pleasure to worth with from our first conversation. She is a consumate professional who understands value. We were traveling for the first time to the Caribbean and wanted a luxury resort, on a quiet beach but wanted to avoid an all inclusive. She recommended that we stay at Cap Juluca and we couldn't have been more delighted with her suggestion. I would recommend her to anyone planning a vacation without hesitation.
By  Anna A.  from  Westfield, New Jersey
Traveled to  Anguilla ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Susan Buchner responded:
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was my pleasure to help you find the perfect spot to relax.

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1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Couples get away
I have taken many trips along with Susan and she has planned every detail perfectly. I have traveled as a girls trip and with couples.
By  Vickie   from  Mountainside, NJ
Traveled to  Key West ~ Florida ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Susan Buchner responded:
Thank you so much for your kind words! You know how much I love planning travel and obsess about the details! Can't wait for our next trip!!

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Thank God for Susan!
My family and I just came back from a memorable trip to Italy, and I would not have been able to plan this on my own. I reached out to Susan earlier in the year looking for information on traveling to Italy in August to do some sightseeing and a few tours. After going over my plans Susan gave me the best advice as far as what to expect in August in Italy while sightseeing with children and I instantly moved my vacation to November to be able to enjoy everything without all of the crowds and heat (best decision). I knew I wanted to see more than one city but wasn't sure where and Susan planned out a few different locations for me and my family to make the most of our time there. I gave her my budget and everything I mean everything was done for me. Every train, every car, every tour was booked and all put into an app. with meet up times locations etc. she even brought me the itinerary and tickets in a hard copy to travel with just in case. Took the stress completely away.
By  Renee  from  Mountainside
Traveled to  Italy ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Susan Buchner responded:
Thank you Renee for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure to work with your family on this trip. I hope to work with you and plan many more fun adventures for you!!

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Wonderfull Mexican Beach Getaway
I do not usually work with a Travel Agent when planning a vacation but I will from this point on. Susan Buchner was amazing and made the experience so easy. I gave her my budget, dates and types of things that we like to do and she provided me with a list of options. We selected a trip and Susan took it from there making arrangements for the flights, accommodations, transfers and basic information about the location that proved very helpful. I appreciated knowing that there were long delays with the luggage pick-up in Mexico and we decided not to check any luggage as a result. I cannot wait to work with Susan again.
By  Sheri  from  Berkeley Heights, NJ
Traveled to  Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Susan Buchner responded:
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you to plan this special getaway for your daughter and I am so glad you enjoyed your trip. I look forward to working with you again.

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