(37 Reviews)
97% Recommended

Debbie Linder

Nashville, TN

Specializing in all things travel!

My areas of expertise include but is not limited to: Europe - European Christmas Markets - River Cruises - South America - African Safaris - Egypt - Galapagos - Machu Picchu - Russia - Mexico/Caribbean - All inclusive resorts - Ocean Cruises - Customized European Tours - Read more about me below

My Travel Specialties

About me

I was born in Chicago and eventually moved to the western suburbs. We traveled quite extensively as a family and I was always looking forward to the next trip. So I was hooked at a very young age. I started in travel and worked for a leisure agency for 20 years. Totally by surprise and out of the...
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A Visit to Ephesus - unbelievable

9 day Train journey to Switzerland !

Our Nine Unforgettable Days Through Switzerland by Train. Switzerland’s beauty is beyond compare, and there’s no better way to explore it than by train.

Over nine incredible days, I experienced the magic of:

 Bernina Express: Winding through stunning alpine landscapes, where glaciers...
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Best day ever - perfect weather too!

Equador and the Galapagos

The Galapagos - #1 on the wish list/bucket list and must do before I die list. I had been to a travel program in 1980 at a Museum in Chicago about the Galapagos and I was hooked. Everything happens in time I guess.

So when we found the time to make the journey we had to combine it with Machu Picchu since...
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The Camino and the Celebrity Beyond

 

Hiking the Camino to Santiago de Compostela.  It is several destinations in one and can include several different countries throughout the world. The most popular is the Norte which was made popular by the move The Way with Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez.

We have known about this...
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My Travel Stories

Quito Ecuador and the Galapagos

The Galapagos - #1 on the wish list/bucket list and must do before I die list. I had been to a travel program in 1980 at a Museum in Chicago about the Galapagos and I was hooked. Everything happens in time I guess. So when we found the time to make the journey we had to combine it with Machu Picchu since...Read more.

Customer Testimonials

Wedding

Debbie planned my sons wedding on a cruise. She took care of all the stress of 40 passengers and it turn out beautiful.
Jim Putong

Family Travel Aruba

Debbie did an excellent job putting a recent family trip together for us. Thorough, great communication - follow up and detail! We would highly recommend
Susan Hazen

Caribbean and Mexico

I have been on several vacations that were booked with Golden Travel Inc and am in the process of planning more! Always helpful, personable and always listens to just what I'm looking for. I highly recommend this travel agent!!
Karla A Koivisto Rogers

Paris Engagement

My now fiancé Chris and I (got engaged on the lovely trip Debbie planned) decided to go to Paris less than 2 months before we were leaving!! We got connected with Debbie and she made a potentially overwhelming planning experience seemless and enjoyable! Debbie handled all the back end planning and helped us bring the vision for our dream Paris trip to life! The trip was unbelievable and she was so helpful throughout the entire process
Lindsey Mango

Cruiser

Debbie is so dedicated. Wouldn’t travel without her expertise.
Chris Kruse Putong

Our trip to Greece

Debbie helped us plan our dream vacation to Greece! It was our first trip to Europe! Not only did she help me get the hotels/amenities we wanted, she was so patient with all my endless questions and emails! She was there for us every step of the way! Even made sure our flights were on time and we checked in! The personal touch Debbie gave us is why I will recommend her to my family and everyone else! 100% satisfied!
Michelle Deanne

My Reviews

7 of 10 people found this review helpful
An Experienced Travel Agent
Debbie has been our travel agent for over 20 years with more than 20 trips. She has an outstanding knowledge of the various rules and regulations of the travel industry. She is eager to please and never disappoints.
By  Bob T.  from  Downers Grove, IL
Traveled to  Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Debbie Linder responded:
Thank you so much! Its clients like you that keep my job so interesting. I'm looking forward to the next adventure(s)!

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10 of 16 people found this review helpful
Best trip ever!
We were looking for something out of the ordinary having booked several trips to Europe, Australia and Mexico with Debbie in the past 25 years. We were 2 couples and that is always a little more difficult to make decisions. We conferenced with Debbie and after lots of questions from all sides, Debbie suggested the Galapagos.. Not a place that was on our radar. Once we were booked and set with dates, the anticipation grew daily. She suggested every detail of the trip and we really followed her suggestions. A few days in Lima before and that was perfect. An easy city to navigate and wonderful weather. We did the northern loop which was a 7 day trip on Celebrity Cruises and saw more marine life that we could imagine. Everything was included so we had an amazing time with friends and no decisions to be made while travelling. The touring was with highly qualified guides. We swam with sharks which was never part of our life goal!

Cant wait to see what Debbie suggests next for u
By  Maggie  from  Chicago, IL
Traveled to  Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Debbie Linder responded:
Well thank you so much. There isn't a part of my job that is more fulfilling than to suggest a trip a lifetime that is the trip of a lifetime!. Glad you took the time to check things of the bucket list that we never knew should have been there from day 1

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Fabulous trip
I have worked with Debbie before and she continues to be a true professional. Debbie is always prompt, knowledgeable, accessible and flexible. She had some great recommendations and insight.
By  Linda B  from  St. Paul, MN
Traveled to  Amsterdam ~ Netherlands ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Debbie Linder responded:
Thank you so much - loved planning this trip with you. A little bit of everything and you saw so much! Debbie

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Best family trip ever
Fantastic from planning to cruising. All details handled professionally
By  MV  from  Scottsdale Az
Traveled to  Greece ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Debbie Linder responded:
Thanks Mike, You have an amazing family that really does love to travel together! Until next time! Debbie

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9 of 16 people found this review helpful
Skiing in Telluride was awesome!
Debbie was outstanding - responsive to questions and quick to address concerns.
By  Derek   from  Bentonville, Arkansas
Traveled to  Telluride ~ Colorado ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Debbie Linder responded:
Thank you Derek! I am so happy you had such a great time and the "girls" got on the slopes too! We appreciate your business!

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Destination Expert:

  • Europe
  • South America
  • Africa
  • Caribbean
  • USA

Travel Specialist:

  • Adventure
  • European Culture
  • Cruises
  • Luxury Cruises
  • All Inclusive
  • Culinary & Foodie
  • Luxury
  • Food & Wine
  • Independent Travel
  • Safari
  • Christmas Markets
  • Photography

Top Travel Partners:

  • Celebrity Cruises
  • Railbookers
  • Viking
  • Crystal
  • Rocky Mountaineer
  • Tauck
  • Avanti Destinations

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