Arika Banghart

Salida, CO
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Luxury vacations — I am able to meet the various needs and expectations of every client that I work with, but I particularly enjoy being able to go...
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Immersive Family Travel

While young children spend much of their formative years in the classroom, I've always felt the best way to educate them is to allow them to explore the world! With this in mind, my husband and I booked a group tour to Ecuador with our two children, who were just 5 and 7 years old at the time. We stayed in a hacienda in Cotacochi, shopped the markets at Otavalo and visited the Illuman Indian village, where our children played soccer with the local children.


At some point in their lives, they may read about Ecuador and the people who live there in their textbooks. But I guarantee you they got more out of their immersive, interactive experience than they would out of any lesson plan.


It's precious moments like these that I want to provide for my clients.

My Reviews

14 of 24 people found this review helpful
A most enjoyable vacation!
We had a very positive experience. We would highly recommend Arika. She attended to every detail of the trip, which made it enjoyable and worry free.
By  The Lamberts  from  Salida, Colorado
Traveled to  Alaska ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Arika Banghart responded:
Thank you! It was such a pleasure to work with the two of you. I look forward to assisting you with your next trip!

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6 of 11 people found this review helpful
Wedding Transportation
Arika provided great, friendly service in helping us arrange transportation for our guests to get home from our wedding. She was responsive and thorough. Thanks!
By  Mark  from  Boston
Traveled to  Savannah ~ Georgia ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Arika Banghart responded:
It was an honor to be a part of your special day, thank you!

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8 of 16 people found this review helpful
Budapest in May
Courteous and professional service. Pleasant personality did a great job with a complex booking.
By  Corapaul  from  Salida CO
Traveled to  Budapest ~ Hungary ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Arika Banghart responded:
Thank you. It has been a pleasure working with and getting to know you both! Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of your plans!

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5 of 19 people found this review helpful
Makes planning a trip a breeze
We take our employees out of the country each year the celebrate the end of the busy season. I used to do all the planning on my own, but now that I’ve found Arika, I cannot understand why anyone would plan a trip without her help! She is efficient, patient and truly makes sure that we are taken care of. I will never book another trip without her!
By  Brenna Eaker  from  Salida, CO
Traveled to  Mexico ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Arika Banghart responded:
Thank you, Brenna! It is always a pleasure to work with you!

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Destination Expert:

  • Ecuador
  • Galapagos Islands
  • Aberdeen

Travel Specialist:

  • Family Vacations
  • Escorted Tours

Certifications/Awards:

  • Amawaterways Specialist

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