Sharlene Philipchuk
East St. Paul, Manitoba Travel Agent
A Whole World To Travel, an independent agent with The Travel Agent Next Door Inc., a TL Network Affiliate Agency
Years of Experience: 24
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Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist
Making the decision to have a destination wedding is an increasingly popular choice. As a Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist, I take away the stress of planning! I have been organizing destination weddings since 1999 and have built solid relationships with the tour operators in order to provide you with great pricing, flexibility and great support. Many suppliers offer special incentives, special pricing and group terms exclusive to my groups.? I have traveled to many destinations and many resorts personally, in order to provide you with first hand knowledge. I have met with many wedding coordinators and sales managers myself and have built relationships directly with them.? What does this mean for you?? Preferred wedding dates and times (sometimes even when no other agencies can get a date), preferred room locations on properties and room upgrades that are not available to other agencies.? There are many destinations and resorts, as well as different tour operators to choose from. I will help you find the resort and tour operator that suits you. I know the resorts that offer free weddings, which resorts have gazebos, swim up bars, lazy rivers, kids splash pads, which ones will fit your budget, etc. Group rates, usually 10 adult passengers, can save you and your guests' money! Your guests can leave from different cities across Canada and still be considered part of the group. Each and every group is unique but some of the benefits may include: lower group prices, free flights or free vacations for the bride and groom, extended final payment dates, flexibility with name changes, room upgrades and free weddings, just to name a few. Some destinations have more paperwork involved for weddings, some require blood tests and most have a waiting period. I can sit down with you and find the destination and resort that is perfect for you!?I don’t just work 9 – 5, Monday to Friday, as this is not convenient for everyone.? I am often answering emails and calls early in the morning to late at night, providing you and your guests with excellent customer service!
My Areas of Expertise
Destination Wedding Honeymoon Specialist Agent
Sandals Certified Specialist
AMR Master Agent
Destination Wedding and More
Reviewed By KKatchmar - Thompson, MB | Traveled to Mexico
We first started working with Sharlene when planning our dream destination wedding in 2017 (married 2018) and have continued to utilize her supportive services since. We have planned 4 hot holidays, Disney and Vegas with Sharlene. Sharlene takes the time to meet her clients needs, understanding what they want out of the trip, provides up-to-date quotes so we know we are making the most informed choice and getting the best for our dollar. Sharlene is detailed oriented, is easy to connect and communicate with leaving no question unanswered. We have recommended several friends and family members, hearing nothing but the best from their experiences with Shar - two of them planned their destination weddings with her! Shar takes extra special care of your guests - ensuring they have the latest travel tips and information and are fully prepared with resort maps and resort information. Shar always follows up to ensure your plans are going well!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you for your continued business and all your referrals!
Thank you for your continued business and all your referrals!
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Hello China
Reviewed By Kym - Winnipeg Manitoba | Traveled to China ~ East and Southeast Asia
I have always had great experiences working with Sharlene Philipchuk. She is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. If anything goes wrong, Sharlene will make it right! She gives great advice and knows what to on the alert for whether it is changes to travel protocol or where and when to travel. I would highly recommend Sharlene for all your travel experiences.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Too many trips to count!
Reviewed By Terri & Dean - Winnipeg, Manitoba | Traveled to Caribbean
We've been working with Sharlene for several years, and she has helped us out with everything from trips to Vegas, all inclusive resorts all over the Caribbean, as well as cruises. She is exceedingly patient with all of our questions and is always available when we need her! Her extensive travel experience has been invaluable as she is often able to give us firsthand feedback when we are looking at different options. When we've had to contact her while away, she is always quick to respond! I couldn't imagine using any other agent, and have recommended Sharlene to family and friends.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Trustworthy travel agent
Reviewed By Crystal - Winnipeg, Manitoba | Traveled to Cayo Santa Maria ~ Cuba ~ Caribbean
Sharlene has made booking our vacations over the past 15 years effortless. We have booked a multitude of trips around the world with her including our destination wedding. She provides honest advice and guides you every step of the way before and after take off.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thanks Crystal!
Thanks Crystal!
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Exceptional Service!
Reviewed By Grace & Butch - Minaki, Ontario | Traveled to Mexico
We have been working with Sharlene since 2007. She is so obliging and very competent in what she does and takes pride in her work to ensure you have a fabulous vacation. We book 2 winter vacations a year with Sharlene and couldn't be happier with the great service she provides. Once you have your vacation dates, Sharlene will do the research for you and make recommendations from personal experience. She is in constant contact by phone or email throughout the entire process. Sharlene follows up with a phone call for any last minute questions before you leave and a call when you return home to ensure you had a great vacation.
We have recommended Sharlene to friends as she really cares about her clients. After all the years booking with Sharlene, we look at her more as a friend and highly recommend her.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thanks Grace and Butch!
Thanks Grace and Butch!
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Friendly service with great attention to detail!
Reviewed By Katie and Mike P. - Winnipeg, MB | Traveled to Worldwide
My husband and I have been clients of Sharlene for almost 10 years now. From her attention to the smallest details, her quick turnaround time, her knowledge of many destinations, and just her friendly nature have kept us coming back. Our first experience with her was our destination wedding in Costa Rica. Since that time we have booked multiple trips with her including Disneyland, Disneyworld, Mexico, Cuba, and Ecuador and the Galapagos. We know that we can always trust Sharlene to provide us with a fair and honest opinion on our destination choices and that she always has the best interest of her client as her main focus.We will continue to use Sharlene for all pf pur vacation needs and would 100% recommend her services to other who just want to get away and not worry about all the details.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Awesome trip
Reviewed By DL - Winnipeg | Traveled to Bogota ~ Colombia ~ South America
I have used Sharlene’s services many times. I find her friendly, very organized and kept me updated at all times
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you! I look forward to helping you with your next adventure!
Thank you! I look forward to helping you with your next adventure!
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Destination Wedding
Reviewed By Cindy and Adrian Ancheta - Winnipeg, MB | Traveled to Mexico
My husband and I used A Whole World to Travel to help plan our wedding in Mexico and it was one of the best decisions we made. Our travel agent Sharlene was absolutely incredible! She was extremely knowledgeable, had great response time and was extremely professional. Sharlene helped us narrow down a list of hotels that had all of the things we were looking for in a resort. Once we had committed to a hotel she was extremely helpful in booking all of our guests air travel and rooms and helping them with any issues they had. Sharlene’s services truly made our wedding experience much smoother and enjoyable and we would highly recommend using her services!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you for the review and the many referrals!
Thank you for the review and the many referrals!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fantastic Wedding Trip (and many more since then)!
Reviewed By Brandy - Winnipeg, MB | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
We chose Sharlene to help us with planning our destination wedding trip in 2011. She was super helpful with choosing a resort, getting our guests booked and helping deal with the planning staff at the resort. She's knowledgeable, thorough, and quick to respond to questions. I have no problem telling anyone looking for travel help to give her a call. We've had a few friends go to her for their destination weddings and they all have great things to say about her too. We go on winter vacations almost every year and we always contact Sharlene to help us find a great place to go. Choose Sharlene, you will not regret it!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Couples Negril
Reviewed By None - Winnipeg | Traveled to Negril ~ Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Sharlene is such a pleasure to deal with. We have booked numerous trips with her and she provides excellent service. She is very knowledgeable in the travel industry. Sharlene goes above and beyond to make sure our trips are enjoyable and if there are any problems she deals with them immediately. We have recommended her to numerous people.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Our sons destination wedding was perfect!
Reviewed By Paul/Bonnie - Winnipeg | Traveled to Mexico
Our experience working with Sharlene has been exemplary.Sharlene is always friendly, intuitive, and knowledgeable.
We are happy to be booking our 10th vacation with Sharlene as our Agent.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you! I look forward to helping you with many more dream vacations!
Thank you! I look forward to helping you with many more dream vacations!
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10 years of AMAZING trips!
Reviewed By Greg - Wpg, MB | Traveled to Ecuador ~ South America
We first were introduced to Sharlene through a friends wedding trip to Jamaica. We have since used her expertise to book every trip we've taken to the caribbean and S America for the past 10 years. Her attention to detail, and her intimate knowledge with so many resorts is INVALUABLE when booking a vacation. We give her price range, what our NEEDS are (Ex. water slides, kids club etc) our WANTS are (very clean beach, close to airport) adn she give us a detailed list of resorts that fit our criteria with her personal experiences with them and what she feels would be best for us. She has never steered us wrong! We also booked our honeymoon trip/cruise in S America with her and it was FANTASTIC!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thanks Greg! From Galapagos to Mexico, honeymoon trips to family trips, it has been my pleasure! Thank you for your continued business!
Thanks Greg! From Galapagos to Mexico, honeymoon trips to family trips, it has been my pleasure! Thank you for your continued business!
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Our wedding and dream vacation !
Reviewed By Destiny - Winnipeg | Traveled to Mexico
Shar helped us plan our destination wedding almost 7 years ago. It was a very smooth, informative process. Highly recommend!She also helped us plan our dream vacation almost 6 years ago, to Tahiti, Australia and New Zeeland. It was amazing and everything was planned for us. We appreciate all of your help Shar!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
It was my pleasure! Thank you for your continued business!
It was my pleasure! Thank you for your continued business!
Jamaica
Reviewed By Sharon - Winnipeg, Manitoba, CANADA | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Sharlene has been my travel agent for more than 15 years. She has planned work travel and personal vacations (with hotel) for me. Sharlene has extensive knowledge of vacation destinations. She will never steer you wrong. Regardless, if you're a first-time traveler or a seasoned one, Sharlene will find you a vacation spot that you will love that works with your budget. Sharlene can provide you with options for excursions at your destination as well. If you're looking to book just air travel, Sharlene can help you with that. If you require specific accommodations, Sharlene will ensure that you're well taken care of.Sharlene has wonderful communication skills. Prior to departure, she reviews the itinerary with me to ensure that I know what to expect. Anytime there has been a glitch with a vacation ex) air travel or hotel, Sharlene has taken care of the problem in a timely manner. Using a travel agent like Sharlene gives me peace of mind and allows me to enjoy my va
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
Best trip ever!
Reviewed By Luke - Selkirk | Traveled to Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
Absolutely amazing. Literally when the kids pool was closed, she was emailing us about anything she could do. She checks everyone in the trip for insurance, luggage, bus/taxis needed, one stop shop. Makes me feel awesome knowing I get to my destination and everything comes out as planned!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
Great Service!
Reviewed By Ken & Cathy - East St Paul, Manitoba | Traveled to Europe
Sharlene was wonderful to work with. She has helped us with travel for many years. She has assisted us with travel to Mexico, Greece, Hawaii and the Dominican. On every trip she has been knowledgeable, helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Just a delight to deal with. Sharlene has always gone above and beyond our expectations from the moment of our initial booking to our arrival back home.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
Best Vacations.
Reviewed By Rory and Dar - Winnipeg | Traveled to Ixtapa ~ Guerrero ~ Mexico
Sharlene has book both adult trips and family vacations and every experience has been wonderful. She makes our trips seamless and if there is an issue she is right on it.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
Easiest Experience!
Reviewed By Erin - Selkirk, Manitoba | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
I can't say enough great things about Sharlene.We've booked through Sharlene for 6 years now. So helpful, always response in a prompt manner, provides honest opinion.
Goes above and beyond: Our direct flight to Florida had already been cancelled 6 months prior to the trip. Without hesitation, Sharlene let us know that this had happened and that she would be able to book us on the next direct flight which meant cancelling all out various reservations (Disney resort, other hotel, car rental, insurance, etc.). This was all corrected in a matter of days and we did not have to worry about a thing.
Amazing!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you!
Thank you!
Amazing adventures!
Reviewed By Gail - East St. Paul | Traveled to Mexico
For almost 20 years, Sharlene has planned multiple trips for us: the Mayan Riviera, Maui, Kauai, and our Viking river cruise through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Hungary, with pre and post cruise stays in Lisbon and Rome. Sharlene is a delight to work with. An experienced traveller, she is knowledgeable about many destinations and provides plenty of tips to make our vacations seamless. Due to her strong business relationships with many of the hotel managers and her willingness to go the extra mile, we can always count on her to provide those little finishing touches which make the trip extra special. My sister and I spent a week in the Mayan Riviera to celebrate her 50th birthday. The evening of her birthday, we came back to the room to find that it had been decorated and the staff presented her with a bottle of champagne and a birthday cake. We are most grateful to Sharlene for helping us to plan so many wonderful vacations and highly recommend her travel services.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you Gail! It has been my pleasure!
Thank you Gail! It has been my pleasure!
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too many to mention and they were all great.
Reviewed By corvette - Winnipeg, Mb | Traveled to Hawaii Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA
Sharlene has been my travel agent for at least 20 years. During all that time every trip I booked with her was fantastic. She is very proffessional . Always is up to date on all information needed to travel. If their is a problem she takes care of it ASAP. i do not have to worry about anything as i know she will always get me the best trip and look after me.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Sharlene Philipchuk responded:
Thank you for the kind words and your business! Unfortunately, covid messed up a few bucket list trips for you but hopefully no more!
Thank you for the kind words and your business! Unfortunately, covid messed up a few bucket list trips for you but hopefully no more!
1 of 2 people found this review helpful