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Burkhalter Travel was founded in 1959 in Madison, Wisconsin.  We have been serving travelers' needs almost 60 years!  Burkhalter Travel was founded on the principle on providing professional travel advice and outstanding service for the best travel value for our customers......a tenet that holds true to the present day.  We have grown to become the largest travel agency in southern Wisconsin by living and adhering to this principle.

We understand that different travelers have unique service needs.  Our Vacation Travel Consultants know the most popular destinations as well as those "less traveled" places that provide unique experiences.  Our Business Travel Consultants understand the needs of the "road warrior" as well as the occasional business traveler.  Our Group Travel Coordinators devote their entire day to cruise and vacation groups, corporate and association business meetings, incentive travel and tour groups.  Our Burkhalter Tours division offers domestic and international escorted tours, including day trips and theatre tours.

Please let us assist you with your travel needs.  Our knowledgeable staff will save you precious time and money while providing award-winning service.

Click on the names below to discover the areas of expertise, professional certifications achieved and travel experience of the co-workers in our Burkhalter family.

Burkhalter tours- 6501 mineral point rd. madison, wi 53705; phone : 608-833-1525 or 800-556-9286; [email protected], west - 6501 mineral point rd. madison, wi 53705; phone: 608-833-5200 or 800-556-9286;   [email protected]  or  [email protected].

Ceera, Vacation Travel Consultant, Ext. 216

I truly believe the phrase, "travel is the only thing we buy that makes us richer." To be able to travel the world and experience new things, there is no greater privilege. Let me eliminate any stress that can often times be associated with planning a trip. When you come see me, I will be your main contact from start to finish. I can assist with narrowing down a destination based on your likes and interests or I can help guide you to the best property or vacation package possible. My organizational capabilities, attention to detail and personal travel experience will all contribute to an unforgettable trip for you. Whether or not it be a family vacation, a friends getaway, a destination wedding or honeymoon, a luxurious trip away from home, a new and enlightening cultural experience or more. Let me help you check off that destination or experience on your bucket list. My specialties include River Cruising, Escorted Group Tours, Luxury Travel, Honeymoons & Destination Weddings. Certifications Achieved: Travel Leaders Network Certified Leisure Travel Specialist, Globus Family of Brands University, Monograms Specialist, Avalon Waterways Specialist, Holland America Line Academy, Avanti Destinations, AMResorts Master Agent, Viking Cruises, Sandals & Beaches, G Adventures, Riu Hotel Specialist, Tauck World Discovery, Hilton Worldwide Specialist, Alaska Certified Expert, Hawaii Islands Destination Specialist, Mexico Travel Expert, Caymankind Specialist, Caribbean, Peru Agent, Northern/Central Europe (Travel Institute Certified), Australia, New Zealand, Fiji/South Pacific, Thailand/Southeast Asia, Costa Rica.

Gail H., Vacation Travel Consultant, Ext. 217

Hello! My name is Gail and I recently joined Burkhalter Travel as a Vacation Travel Consultant. I specialize in concierge level service for high end clients. I am a Hawaii specialist, a US Virgin Islands Specialist, a Globus, Monograms, and Avalon River Cruise Specialist PLUS I love tying together all the pieces for that perfect honeymoon or destination wedding!

My passion spans everything from a three nighter in Vegas to a lingering bed and breakfast tour of Greece. I love collaborating with clients to make their travel dreams come true! When not at work, I ride my bike, read books on history and culture, enjoy all this area has to offer, chase ancestors on my family tree, and commit to living a healthy lifestyle! Certifications Achieved: Virgin Islands Specialist, Hawaii Specialist - Big Island, Maui, Oahu, Molokini and Kauai, Mexico Specialist, Las VegasSpecialist, Avalon River Cruise Specialist, and many others.

Dan, Business Travel Agent, Ext. 234

Mark, Business Travel Agent, Ext. 232

Hello. My name is Mark and I joined Burkhalter Travel in January 2003. Prior to my employment with Burkhalter, I worked for 6 years at a large, corporate travel agency in Chicago. I was responsible for much of the VIP/International travel for my clients and have quite a bit of experience with travel arrangements throughout the world. As an agent, I've had the opportunity to travel extensively. I've been fortunate to visit places such as West Africa, Thailand, Jamaica, Paris, London, Mexico and much of the Southern Coast of Brazil. Domestically, I've traveled throughout Southern California, Louisiana, Florida and the East Coast (having lived in New York City for several months). I look forward to serving your business travel needs.

Burkhalter Group Department - 6501 Mineral Point Rd. Madison, WI 53705; Phone: 608-833-6968 or 800-556-9286;  [email protected]

Wendy, Operations Manager, Ext. 251

Hi, my name is Wendy and I am glad to be back in Wisconsin and part of the Burkhalter family! For about five years, I worked at Burkhalter as a group travel coordinator before moving to Las Vegas to get my Bachelor's Degree from UNLV. I am happy to be back in the travel world. My international travel experience includes Ireland, Italy, Germany, Austria and Mexico. Domestically, some of my favorite places are Hawaii, Disneyworld, Colorado, San Diego, Washington DC, Nashville and, of course, Las Vegas. I have also started touring baseball stadiums while following the Milwaukee Brewers, and I am up to 12 stadiums!

Shaina, Group Coordinator, Ext. 250

Hello! My name is Shaina and I have lived in Madison for the past 6 years. My background is in Event Management on the hotel side of our industry. I have traveled to many destinations domestically including San Francisco, Phoenix, Virginia Beach and Disneyworld.....and to Mexico internationally. I look forward to assisting you with your group and incentive travel needs.

East - 615A North Sherman Avenue (in Lakewood Plaza); Phone: 608-241-7500 or 800-414-7166; [email protected]

Judy, Cruise Specialist/Branch Mgr.

I'm Judy, Manager of Burkhalter Travel's Sherman Avenue office. I have been employed in the travel industry in the Madison area since 1980. Having worked as a travel consultant, cruise specialist and as branch manager, my training and experiences have been many. I am a Certified Travel Counselor and an Elite Cruise Counselor Scholar - this is the highest level of cruise specialization, and there are only 13 people in the United States with this designation!  In addition, I am a Destination Specialist in Latin America, Western Europe and the Caribbean.  I am certified as a River Cruise Specialist and a Cayman Islands Specialist. My cruise experiences have taken me to the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean, Alaska, the Mexican Riviera, Canada and New England, the Panama Canal, trans-Atlantic on the QE2, the Hawaiian Islands, steamboating on the Mississippi River and a Star Clipper cruise. I have traveled to Europe - Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Norway, Austria. I have also visited South Africa, Canada, Australia, the USA, and have traveled extensively in the Orient and Asia. Certifications Achieved: Certified Travel Counselor (CTC); Accredited Cruise Counselor (ACC); Master Cruise Counselor (MCC); Elite Cruise Counselor (ECC); Elite Cruise Counselor Scholar (ECCS); Holland America Line 5-Star Agent Certification; Official British Tourist Authority Destination Specialist; Disney Specialist; Princess Cruises Specialist; Marriott Hotel Excellence Sales Specialist; Destination Specialist for the Caribbean, Western Europe and Latin America; Costa Rica Specialist; Trinidad & Tobago Specialist; Uniworld Grand River Cruises Specialist; Globus Specialist; Commodore Certified Travel Agent-Cunard/Princess.

Donna C., Vacation Travel Consultant

Hi, my name is Donna. I enjoy providing customer service with a smile and will treat your trip like it is my own. I come from an extensive hotel background and love working in the travel industry. I am a native of Colorado, but I now call Madison my home. As a youth, I lived in Haifa, Israel for 2-1/2 years, and upon returning to North America, have lived/worked in Michigan, Canada, California, Maryland, Washington DC and Colorado. I have travelled to Europe multiple times visiting London, Paris, Amsterdam, Vienna, Norway and Sweden. I have also had the pleasure of spending time in Indonesia and the island country of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. My second language is Persian (Farsi). I look forward to meeting you and taking care of your travel needs!

Fitchburg - 3050 Cahill Main, Suite 2 Fitchburg, WI 53711; Phone: 608-441-0151 or 888-522-4269;  [email protected]

Maria, Branch Manager

Pura Vida! My name is Maria and for my 20th wedding anniversary, my husband and I traveled to Costa Rica were we discovered the "Pura Vida" or "Pure Life" motto of the Costa Rican people. Our travels led us to beautiful black sand beaches tucked into to secret coves, we saw glorious waterfalls that flow like silver out of the jungle, and hiked on paths made from lava rivers that ran down the walls of Arenal Volcano decades ago. This experience was truly "Pura Vida!" for us. I have over 20+ years in the travel industry and specialize in both corporate and leisure travel. I have assisted my travelers over the years to destinations such as Thailand, Australia & New Zealand, Europe (independent land packages and river cruises), the Caribbean, Machu Picchu - Peru, and Alaska to name a few. My travelers have also experienced Seabourn Cruises, Oceania Cruise Lines, Holland American and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. I have assisted my corporate travelers with airfare, car rentals, hotel accommodations and VISA requirements. So, if you need assistance planning your next trip or vacation, give me a call and together we will find your personal "Pura Vida!" adventure. Certifications Achieved: CTC - Certified Travel Counselor, Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Specialist, Sandals Certified Specialist, Princes Cruise Lines Commodore Agent and College of Disney Knowledge Graduate.

Brenda, Vacation Travel Consultant

Hello! My name is Brenda, and I've been in the travel industry since 1985 - how time flies when you are learning and experiencing this diverse industry!  Over the years I have handled business, group, leisure and wedding travel.  I am very pleased to be managing our Fitchburg  location. My travel experiences include France, Italy, Alaska, California (several times from San Francisco to Disneyland, San Diego and lots in between) , Belize, Costa Rica; Mexico (Cancun, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, the Riviera Maya and Cabo San Lucas); Colorado (hosted a ski group on Amtrak to Winter Park); Nevada (Reno, Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas); Florida (Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Key West , Orlando  and  St. Petersburg ); Texas; North and South Dakota, Pennsylvania , Bar Harbor Maine; Group escort for 2010 Rose Bowl.   I have also inspected and cruised on more than 20 ships. I live in Evansville with my husband, Mike .  I have two sons, one in college in San Francisco who was in the Marine Corp and another working in the business field in Madison.  When not working I am the official boat driver for my husband and his love of skiing, wakeboarding and surfing. I also enjoy gardening, hiking, and biking. Certifications Achieved: Accredited Cruise Counselor (ACC); Collette Vacations Expert; Pennsylvania Specialist; Outrigger Specialist; Disney Specialist; Ski Specialist; Fairmont Hotel Specialist;  Budget Smart Agent; Marriott Hotel Excellence Sales Specialist; Certified Sandals Specialist; Apple Vacations Specialist; Cozumel Specialist; RCCL Specialist; Puerto Rico Specialist , Secrets/Dreams/Zoetry/Now Resorts Master Agent, Riu Partner Club Agent, Avalon River Cruise Specialist, Viking River Cruise Specialst.

Baraboo - 141 Third Avenue Baraboo, WI 53913; Phone: 608-356-4999 or 800-660-8359;  [email protected]

Michelle, Branch Manager

My name is Michelle and I am a native of Baraboo, Wisconsin. I have always wanted to be a travel agent, ever since I was a young girl. Following graduation from travel school, I worked several years as an agent, and now I am the Branch Manager of the Baraboo Burkhalter Travel office. I love to travel! Ask me about Hawaii and the Cayman Islands! I've been to Disney World in Orlando many times. Outside of travel, I enjoy shopping for antiques, reading and enjoying my family. I have traveled to many great places and I look forward to helping you plan your next trip, whether it be for business or pleasure! Certifications Achieved: Marriott Hotel Excellence Sales Specialist / Disney College of Knowledge Graduate

Chalet Travel - 226 S. Forrest St., Stoughton, WI 53589; Phone: 608-873-8133 or 800-733-6970;  [email protected]

Debbie, Branch Manager

Hi, my name is Debbie. I manage Chalet Travel and Burkhalter's Oregon offices. I have been in the travel industry since 1993 and joined the Burkhalter Team in July 1999 after moving back from Colorado. We all work too hard, and that's why I enjoy finding that perfect vacation or quick little getaway for our clients. Of course, I enjoy traveling myself. I've been to different areas in the US including Hawaii. I've enjoyed cruising as well. And Cozumel, Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, Punta Cana, Jamaica, Bahamas, and Grand Cayman have been great places to visit. We can't possibly travel to all the destinations out there, so I like to learn more by taking destination specialist courses. When I'm not traveling or at work, I enjoy relaxing a little, camping, fishing and a little hiking--well more like scenic walks. I would love to help you find the perfect vacation. Please stop in or give me a call. Certifications Achieved:

Caribbean Destination Specialist; Holland America Line 5-Star Agent Certification; NCL Specialist Plus; Palace Resorts Specialist; Sandals/Beaches Specialist; Alaska Destination Specialist; Germany Destination Specialist; Cayman Islands Specialist; Marriott Hotel Excellence Sales Specialist; Disney Specialist; Hawaii Destination Specialist; Las Vegas Certified Travel Agent; Britain Specialist; Cruise West Specialist; Royal Caribbean University Specialist; Kaua'i Specialist; Prince Resorts Plumeria Expert; Wedding Specialist; Alitalia Italy Specialist.

Olson Travel Service - **NEW ADDRESS EFFECTIVE 6/26/18 - 200 S. Executive Drive, Ste 101, Brookfield, WI 53005**; Phone: 262-782-0110 or 800-847-5921;  [email protected]

Laurie, Branch Manager

Laurie has been in the travel industry for over 25 years and still enjoys coming to work everyday!! She has sent vacationers around the world, from Las Vegas to Tahiti. Being well-traveled herself, Laurie's knowledge translates into especially memorable vacation experiences for her clients. Give Laurie a call anytime...she will be happy to assist you with all your travel plans.

Travel Headquarters - 2095 John F. Kennedy Road, Ste. 1, Dubuque, Iowa 52002; Phone: 563-588-3456 or 800-383-0563;  [email protected]

Angie, Branch Manager

Darci, Travel Consultant

I have been in the travel industry since 1985 and have attained my Certified Travel Associate designation. It is a passion for me to help people plan amazing trips that will give them wonderful memories for the future. I have traveled to Hawaii, Las Vegas and Disneyworld in the United States and have also traveled to Mexico, the Caribbean and have taken several cruises. I would love to help you plan the trip of your dreams.

Travelog Travel - 180 Washington Street, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578; Phone: 608-643-4599 or 800-242-8457;  [email protected]

Debbie Sue, Travel Consultant

Hello my name is Debbie Sue and I'm a Vacation Travel Consultant. I began my career in 1990 and have loved every minute of it. I work mostly with vacation travel clients and personally have traveled to several countries in Europe, Mexico, Caribbean, Central America and many U.S. States. I love building relationships with my clients. Helping people make lasting memories by traveling the world is very rewarding! In my spare time I enjoy hiking with my German Shepherd, spending time with my friends and cooking. I look forward to helping you make memories of a lifetime. Certifications Achieved: Certified Disney Specialist, Avalon Waterways Specialist and AMresorts Master Agent.

Marcia, Branch Manager

My love of travel began with my world traveling parents. To quote Robert Frost: "Two roads diverged in a wood, and I, I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference." I graduated from college with a degree in education & decided I would benefit myself and others by being a travel consultant. I haven't looked back in over 25 years! I enjoy being challenged by the adventure of travel and I have visited many European, Caribbean and Mexican destinations.... and of course OUR beautiful country. My joy is to have families travel together - enhancing their ties to one another and broadening their cultural knowledge. Certifications Achieved: Certified Travel Associate, Disney Destination Specialist, Sandals Specialist, Italy Specialist, numerous resort training courses with the AMresorts, Marriott, Iberostar & Riu properties.

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We are located on the courthouse square in beautiful downtown Baraboo. Our office is situated in the brick building on the corner of Broadway and 3rd Avenue. Access our office from 3rd Ave entrance.

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