Reviews of A1 Travel. (Travel Agency) in Bloomington (Minnesota).

A1 Travel

58 Reviews

53 Comments

Travel Agency

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3601 Minnesota Dr #190, Minneapolis, MN 55435, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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9 am–5 pm

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9 am–5 pm

Thursday

9 am–5 pm

Friday

9 am–5 pm

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Reviews of A1 Travel

Gillian Tarr

We used A1 for a family trip to Hawaii. It was our first time using a travel agent, and perhaps our expectations were too high or our trip was too small or complicated to warrant A1's usual level of service. Regardless, I'm not sure we'll use a travel agent again. Our agent was helpful with things like choosing which island to go to and understanding the benefits of travel insurance. She helped us see the necessity of renting a car on the Big Island, which was definitely the right choice. On the downside, it took about 4 weeks from the initial conversation to get the flights booked, and then only after some prompting to send us options. We didn't get options, despite asking for them, just a single itinerary. We were relatively happy with the cost and schedule, though. Booking the hotels took another 4 weeks, by which point some of the places that would have been ideal for us were gone. We were again sent only one option, which didn't suit us. After going back and forth via email about our priorities without getting anywhere, we spent the hours tracking down options of our own, which is exactly what we were trying to avoid in hiring a travel agent. We sent her the list, and she got us prices that weren't substantially, if at all, different than what we'd seen online. Of the two places we picked, one was a huge disappointment -- dingy and in poor repair. Our agent had requested a roll-away bed for us. We discovered when we got there that the type of room we booked can't accommodate a roll-away bed, leaving one of our kids sleeping on the floor. She said she had booked at this resort before, and I guess that's the kind of information I expected a travel agent to have. The other location, however, which our agent hadn't worked with before, was amazing. In that respect, doing our own research really paid off. Another issue that didn't come up till we were traveling was that the agent had booked our kids on separate tickets. We had a multi-part trip and understand this was probably most straightforward from a booking perspective, but it was a headache from the traveler perspective. It meant that on all three legs of their journey, the kids came up as flying as unaccompanied minors, despite always flying with an adult. We spent hours in 'Agent Assist' lines unnecessarily waiting to check them in. They were also seated separately from the adults flying with them on several of the flights, which had been the whole point of booking all the tickets together in the first place. It was a mess. Finally, to be transparent, our agent asked that we write this review before honoring the rebate promised through the program where we found A1.

Veronica Gregerson

Working with A1 Travel is a breeze; they are so wonderful to work with. The agents are fantastic and informative about all the changes that have come with pivoting around COVID travel. Having them help with travel is a dream, always on, and taking good care and consideration when booking trips. Knowing they are handling travel puts my mind at ease. Highly recommend them as they are indeed the best!

Dena Harrell

I absolutely love that I stumbled upon A1 Travel years back! They are now the ONLY travel agency we use! They have helped us organize family trips, fun trips and single and couple trips. When trying to facilitate large groups of travelers & eliminate stress, it is so efficient working with A1!! 1 word for them isF-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C!!!! The rep I have recently worked with has been Dana she is so responsive and will give you her thoughts on the destination, update you with all info, alerts and now COVID News! Sandy is the most amazing owner ever! Check them out for your traveling needs! Bon Voyage!

Brittney Bailey

I had the pleasure working with Monique on planning a girls trip to Cancun, Mexico! Monique was fabulous, she provided multiple options for our trip and explained the difference between each. We went with her recommended option, and we were not disappointed! I am not sure how many times we commented on how easy this trip was and how grateful we were to use A1 Travel- everything was so clearly explained. We have already started discussing our next trip, and cannot wait to work with Monique to find our next memorable destination!

Amy Grussing

We use A1 Travel for both business and personal travel. From a business perspective, they book a high volume of travel for us, often times at a moment's notice. They work to quickly find us the best options available, and get them booked at the best price possible. From a personal perspective, they do an amazing job of understanding what you want to get out of a trip, and then work to present options to make your dream trip become a reality. We've worked specifically with Sandy and Monique, and they are both amazing! Highly recommend A1 Travel!

Marisa Elizabeth

A1 Travel is great! I've worked with their team for several years on flights/trips. They are prompt in communication, friendly, and have reasonable pricing. There is no pressure to utilize their services and right off the bat, they show you their value by providing detailed, important information on your potential trip! Monique and Sandy are top notch. 5 Stars.

Caitlyn Aguirre

Monique was great to work with! She responded quickly and was very patient with all of our questions. She gave us a lot of options to choose from and continued to send options when we were indecisive.

Joan Joseph-Mahanna

Dana was amazing. She was efficient and fast at getting me quotes for our trip. She was good at listening to what things were important to us when booking our hotels. She passed on information she knew about the cities we were visiting and connected us with tour companies that came through with excellent service. I have recommended A1 to others, based on my top notch experience with Dana.

K M

It is great working with Sandy and her team. I've worked with them on a business/professional-level as well as a personal-level. They are fast, efficient, and thoughtful - considering ALL important aspects of travel. Additionally, I have no issues with their general availability for anything I've needed during my travel prep/booking. I have recommended A1 to others and will continue to do so!

T J

Our family just returned from Maui, our agent Maureen organized a breathtaking vacation for us. Our resort was BEAUTIFUL with an ocean view. The grounds were beautiful as the island. EVERYTHING including our flight was enjoyable! This trip was personalized for our family & we are so very thankful! Thank you Maureen, we are already looking forward to booking our next vacation with your professionalism through A1.

My company uses A1 Travel to book all of our technicians travel across the country. I have worked closely with Sandy on dozens of travel arrangements and I do not know how I could successfully perform my job without her help. She is incredibly flexible, efficient, detail oriented and best of all FUN to work with. I know I can count on A1 Travel to meet my travel needs.

Sue Olness

I worked with Maureen planning our trip to Italy and she was awesome! She booked our flights, train and rental car. Everything went as planned and no headache for me to try to figure it out. She was quick to respond back, gave clear choices and fair prices. Thanks A1 travel!

wally 12

I've relied on A1 Travel for both business and personal travel plans for over 10 years. They always coordinate the best flights, car rentals, hotels... everything I need to ensure a smooth travel experience. And when plans change... a flight is delayed, I need to stay an extra night, leave earlier, need a different hotel, etc, etc, they are always a phone call away, 24/7! Like me, many of my colleagues who worked with A1 for business travel, also now use them for personal, because they are F'n Great!

alex Andres

Working with Sandy and Monique was amazing! We planned a trip to Hawaii; half business and half honeymoon. Sandy and Monique took care of absolutely everything for us and made everything so easy! They were personable and responded quickly to all of our emails. We can’t wait to book with them again!

Sabrina Sivongxay

A1 Travel is very hands and responsive for bookings, if you are a busy person like myself and always on the go or don’t have the time to look for a flight/hotel/car, A1 is extremely convenient with great deals and even offer detailed options to choose from to customize to your needs. The biggest benefit of going through A1, for any questions/concerns you have during your travel they’re quick responses verses going through an airline or customer service waiting for 30+ minutes just get someone live. For Personal and Business we have been using A1 for 10+years! Thank you Sandy and her team for always taking great care of us!

Kellie Cecil-Medina

I just took a trip to Dominican Republic with my aunt, our first ladies trip, and Monique our travel agent was phenomenal! She booked our tickets from two different departure locations, got us together for the final leg of the trip out of the country. Then I broke my ankle while out of the country. I notified Monique through email and she was able to work with the airline to place me in seats that would allow me to elevate my leg. I was also able to get assistance in the airports to change planes, go through customs, and get my luggage to my ride home. Thanks Monique, you are AWESOME to work with!

Cassie Ninefeldt

We went out on a limb and decided to use a Travel Agent to book our most recent trip to Dominican Republic. We were provided with Maureen's contact information and boy did we luck out! She's extremely knowledgeable, efficient, and fast with her responses. Everything was taken care of for us, and everything was very well explained. If you want to have a stress free, hassle free, everything is taken care of type of vacation- you have to use A1 Travel. We plan to use them again in the future.

Julie Morse

This is a long overdue review as we took our trip in 2019. We were trying to book a trip to Spain that had us visiting three different areas so was confusing to book on our own, as we could not figure out how much time would be needed at each airport due to customs. I decided a trip like this needed the help of a travel agent so called A1 Travel and was connected with Maureen McKamey. Maureen was awesome to work with and got us better deals then I could find on all the do it yourself internet travel sites. She also found us a great deal on a rental car when I remembered last minute that we would need one for part of the trip. While in Spain, with only two days left on our trip, I realized I didn't pay good enough attention to the return times that Maureen had booked for us and that we were going to have to be at the airport way to early; this meant we wouldn't be able to see, and say good-bye to, the person we were flying all the way there to see. I contacted Maureen and she quickly found us new flights home that would work AND got the airlines to wave the $300.00 per person change fee! I would definitely use A1 travel and Maureen McKamey again.

Kim and Kurt Klingelhutz

Monique mapped out a great itinerary for our Europe vacation! Everything worked out smoothly, we loved the accommodations she recommended and she was always pleasant and easy to reach. She also got a refund on an unexpected charge from one of the hotels. A+

Midland Title

I love working with Sandy and all the travel agents at A1 Travel. They are so friendly, experienced and knowledgeable. They have handled leisure and corporate travel and also domestic and international travel for us. We have used their services and expertise for trips and experiences within the US and all over the world. For an A+ travel experience, contact the experts at A1 Travel for your travel wants and needs.

Dana Diesch

Maureen was VERY PATIENT with me in changing my mind between destinations and asking a TON of questions! She is very kind, professional and knowledgeable! My travel documentation was mailed to me promptly and follow up has been top notch! I highly recommend Maureen and A1 Travel! Thank you Maureen!

Jenna Hunt

Our amazing travel agent Monique had our Punta Cana trip perfectly planned out for us again this year! The six of us flew out after the New Year and there was no confusion or delays traveling out of the country. Our Delta Tours shuttle was waiting for us when we arrived in the Dominican Republic and the stay at Now Larimar was fun and relaxing! Thanks Monique for another great recommendation for my family. Looking forward to planning our Europe trip this July with you ! Thanks again!

Colleen Nagle

Always an A plus experience working with the A1 Travel Team! They have depth of knowledge and truly care about making sure your travel dreams come true whether it's domestic or international travel plans. Call them today for your next trip!

Matthew Brown

Awesome experience working with Monique! She was very helpful every step of the way! Our Honeymoon was perfect thanks to her planning! We will definately book with A1 again!

Sophie Huffman

A1 travel is absolutely wonderful, I have booked two vacations through A1 and each time I had great service I worked with Monique for my Paris trip and she answered all my questions and was very helpful. Our trip was fun and we can’t wait to book another A1 vacation. Thanks 😃 …

Janine Morrison

This was our first experience using A-1, and we cannot say enough about Monique and the entire team. Our questions were answered immediately and we were given many travel options. All travel details were perfect. We will be using their services for our future travels!

Barbee

I love working with them for business and for personal travel. I have had many cancellations and other travel snafus that they take care of immediately. Fun, attentive, and always get me seat updates if they are available. They make travel a pleasant experience!!!!

Royann Dames

I first used A1 travel when I was planning my boyfriend birthday trip to Las Vegas, Paige was extremely pleasant and helpful, she answered all of my questions, even the stupid ones...lol, she always sent me an email of things that we could do in Vegas. I had such a wonderful experience that I contacted Paige again so that she can book our honeymoon. I told her that going forward she will be my travel agent.

StoneBridge Chiropractic

I had the privilege of meeting Maureen & Monique at a recent Chamber event, and can say that the ladies (& gentleman) at A1 Travel are incredibly personable & have quite the collective depth of travel experience and recommendations to help you plan the ideal vacation.

Sue Durfee

The staff at A1 travel is amazing. Often people ask me why don’t you book on-line? Well it’s because if you boom through A1 Travel they talke care of every detail for you for the same price as on-line booking. A1 Travel has booked European, domestic and Carribean travel for me and I have never been disappointed!

Kevin Mendel

Sandy and her team are awesome to deal with! We've worked with them on a few different trips. They have YOUR best interests in mind, they give you options, their responsive, and their great to deal with! I wouldn't call anyone else!

Dan Kantar

Fantastic to work with I’m planning a trip for my grand children to Disney this fall and have been a pleasure to work with. We did reservations with A1 Travel to Hawaii and got the royal treatment. Thank you Sandy and Steph I highly recommend you

Sarah Dwyer

I've been using A-1 travel for over 10 years. Sandy always provides 5 star service way above and beyond any other travel agency. I would never chance using anyone else.

Janey Klebe

We use A1 Travel for all of our business travel...When your boss is Andrew Zimmern from the Travel Channel, that means A1 Travel is booking A LOT of travel for you. They couldn't do a better job if they tried and they are the most friendly folks around.

Charles Gill

so far so good, we have made our reservations. Can't wait for the trip. Hoping covid doesn't Make it harder to fly or enjoy our vacation. Maureen is fantastic.

Steve Furlong

Courteous, professional, straight to the point. They made getting a great deal and arranging a great trip simple. Fast to respond and flexible with all of our changing plans - thank you A1 Travel!

Jared Hunt

Thank you Monique for helping us plan a trip to Europe for 14 people for two weeks! Everything went well and the tours you suggested were wonderful! Looking forward to planning our next trip with you!

melissa mortenson

Monique helped us plan a fantastic cruise to the south of France -wow! She answered all our crazy questions in a quick and friendly manner and also made some last minute changes (due to bad weather) that saved us a lot of worry and stress. Thank you! We'll be back when it's time to plan another adventure!