Jordan Joyce
Based in Redondo Beach, CA
Jordan Joyce
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My Story
A travel junkie who recently fed my addiction by spending 18 months traversing 6 continents to visit 31 countries around the world. Especially passionate about finding adventure, eating delicious food and maximizing my points redemptions to make it all happen!
My Travel Style
I am motivated to explore all of the far reaches of the world. I don't discriminate between a luxury beach vacation or an adventurous backpacking trip. Some of my favorite travel experiences have happened on a motorbike or 70 feet underwater with a tank on my back. I tend to enjoy slow travel, which means spending more than a month in a country to really get to know the people and culture. To me, travel isn't about checking a place off a list, but about making connections, getting outside of my comfort zone and broadening my understanding of the world. I often use points to have luxurious experiences on budget-friendly trips. No matter the style of travel, there's always one thing you'll find me blowing any budget for: great food.
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My reviews (2)
Kayla N.
a year ago
Jordan was AMAZING! I had no idea what I was doing when I began planning our honeymoon. I reached out to Jordan as a friend and she literally took over and was on top of it from the get go. She went above and beyond planning every single detail of our trip. She helped me find the best flights, the best hotels, she arranged all our pick ups/drop offs, our ferries, and even recommended and booked excursions and dinner reservations. She kept my pricing budget in mind and was honest with what she felt was worth the money versus not. The time she put into planning did not go unnoticed with how easy our trip went. Not only did she go above and beyond during planning, her communication during our trip was perfect. She didn’t overly communicate with us, but was available when we needed her to be. She even left us cute little notes at our hotels :) I cannot recommend Jordan enough for anyone looking for a travel agent. She is seriously so knowledgeable and the sweetest soul. You cannot go wrong with having her plan your next adventure! I know I will be forever grateful for her planning ours.
Patrick J.
2 years ago
Jordan did a great job in helping book for my wife and I. She had very clear communication and was quick to respond to anything we asked. She took into account everything we said we wanted. We had a fantastic vacation!
Kayla N.
a year ago
Jordan was AMAZING! I had no idea what I was doing when I began planning our honeymoon. I reached out to Jordan as a friend and she literally took over and was on top of it from the get go. She went above and beyond planning every single detail of our trip. She helped me find the best flights, the best hotels, she arranged all our pick ups/drop offs, our ferries, and even recommended and booked excursions and dinner reservations. She kept my pricing budget in mind and was honest with what she felt was worth the money versus not. The time she put into planning did not go unnoticed with how easy our trip went. Not only did she go above and beyond during planning, her communication during our trip was perfect. She didn’t overly communicate with us, but was available when we needed her to be. She even left us cute little notes at our hotels :) I cannot recommend Jordan enough for anyone looking for a travel agent. She is seriously so knowledgeable and the sweetest soul. You cannot go wrong with having her plan your next adventure! I know I will be forever grateful for her planning ours.
Patrick J.
2 years ago
Jordan did a great job in helping book for my wife and I. She had very clear communication and was quick to respond to anything we asked. She took into account everything we said we wanted. We had a fantastic vacation!
My travel ideas (2)
Paradise Found in Siargao, Philippines
Siargao is a surfer haven located southeast of Cebu that is what I imagine Bali was like 20-30 years ago. Between stretches of palm trees are dozens of white sand beaches with incredible surf waves based on their position between the reef and neighboring islands. People are rarely seen in anything but a bathing suit and cover up walking around barefoot or in flip flops with seashell anklets and necklaces for any small accessory. The Philippines sun quickly turns even the most sun-deficient skin tanned, so bronzed expats zip past on motorbikes heading to a healthy cafe for a smoothie bowl or to a far-off beach to catch a wave. And while surfing is a main draw to the island, there is plenty to do off of a surfboard including island hopping, snorkeling, swimming with (non-stinging) jellyfish, indulging in a massage, enjoying some incredible food or of course relaxing on the sand.
Outside of the stunning scenery itself, Siargao is also special for the people that inhabit this small island. I talk about resilience a lot but it’s especially prevalent here. In December 2021 it was slammed with Super Typhoon Odette, a category five storm that had winds up to 162 mph. It was the second costliest storm ever in the Philippines (around $1 billion in damage) and had at least 410 fatalities. Thousands of homes, businesses and other infrastructure was completely destroyed and the entire island was devastated. We visited just ayYear-and-a-half later and while still in rebuild mode, the residents had put their heart and soul into rebuilding their beloved island, making it an even more magical place to visit. So there's no doubt it should be on any Philippines itinerary!
Paradise Found in Siargao, Philippines
Siargao is a surfer haven located southeast of Cebu that is what I imagine Bali was like 20-30 years ago. Between stretches of palm trees are dozens of white sand beaches with incredible surf waves based on their position between the reef and neighboring islands. People are rarely seen in anything but a bathing suit and cover up walking around barefoot or in flip flops with seashell anklets and necklaces for any small accessory. The Philippines sun quickly turns even the most sun-deficient skin tanned, so bronzed expats zip past on motorbikes heading to a healthy cafe for a smoothie bowl or to a far-off beach to catch a wave. And while surfing is a main draw to the island, there is plenty to do off of a surfboard including island hopping, snorkeling, swimming with (non-stinging) jellyfish, indulging in a massage, enjoying some incredible food or of course relaxing on the sand.
Outside of the stunning scenery itself, Siargao is also special for the people that inhabit this small island. I talk about resilience a lot but it’s especially prevalent here. In December 2021 it was slammed with Super Typhoon Odette, a category five storm that had winds up to 162 mph. It was the second costliest storm ever in the Philippines (around $1 billion in damage) and had at least 410 fatalities. Thousands of homes, businesses and other infrastructure was completely destroyed and the entire island was devastated. We visited just ayYear-and-a-half later and while still in rebuild mode, the residents had put their heart and soul into rebuilding their beloved island, making it an even more magical place to visit. So there's no doubt it should be on any Philippines itinerary!
Fall in Love with France: Lyon
Lyon is the second largest city in France but is much more approachable and easy to navigate than its larger sister, Paris. The city sits on two rivers, the Rhône and the Saône, and has both car and pedestrian bridges up and down the embankment connecting both sides. The proximity to the riverside adds to the charm of this medieval and bustling city. It’s very easy to navigate by foot but you can also rent Velo’v city bikes as a fun and easy way to get around. Because it's home to 10 Universities the city is young and energetic which you can really feel as you walk through neighborhoods and experience life as a Lyonian.
Although Paris is lauded for its food, Lyon is actually where a lot of French cooking gets its roots. It is largely considered the gastronomic capital of France and was home to Paul Bocuse, one of France’s most prominent chefs known for innovative cuisine. As previously mentioned, it’s not an overly large city but has 21 restaurants with Michelin stars and many more on the Michelin guide. In short: it’s basically impossible to get a bad meal here! Make sure to try Quenelles while you're there - which is a sausage shaped dough of fish covered in a delicious creamy red sauce. It sounds weird but trust me, it’s delicious!
Fall in Love with France: Lyon
Lyon is the second largest city in France but is much more approachable and easy to navigate than its larger sister, Paris. The city sits on two rivers, the Rhône and the Saône, and has both car and pedestrian bridges up and down the embankment connecting both sides. The proximity to the riverside adds to the charm of this medieval and bustling city. It’s very easy to navigate by foot but you can also rent Velo’v city bikes as a fun and easy way to get around. Because it's home to 10 Universities the city is young and energetic which you can really feel as you walk through neighborhoods and experience life as a Lyonian.
Although Paris is lauded for its food, Lyon is actually where a lot of French cooking gets its roots. It is largely considered the gastronomic capital of France and was home to Paul Bocuse, one of France’s most prominent chefs known for innovative cuisine. As previously mentioned, it’s not an overly large city but has 21 restaurants with Michelin stars and many more on the Michelin guide. In short: it’s basically impossible to get a bad meal here! Make sure to try Quenelles while you're there - which is a sausage shaped dough of fish covered in a delicious creamy red sauce. It sounds weird but trust me, it’s delicious!
Paradise Found in Siargao, Philippines
Siargao is a surfer haven located southeast of Cebu that is what I imagine Bali was like 20-30 years ago. Between stretches of palm trees are dozens of white sand beaches with incredible surf waves based on their position between the reef and neighboring islands. People are rarely seen in anything but a bathing suit and cover up walking around barefoot or in flip flops with seashell anklets and necklaces for any small accessory. The Philippines sun quickly turns even the most sun-deficient skin tanned, so bronzed expats zip past on motorbikes heading to a healthy cafe for a smoothie bowl or to a far-off beach to catch a wave. And while surfing is a main draw to the island, there is plenty to do off of a surfboard including island hopping, snorkeling, swimming with (non-stinging) jellyfish, indulging in a massage, enjoying some incredible food or of course relaxing on the sand.
Outside of the stunning scenery itself, Siargao is also special for the people that inhabit this small island. I talk about resilience a lot but it’s especially prevalent here. In December 2021 it was slammed with Super Typhoon Odette, a category five storm that had winds up to 162 mph. It was the second costliest storm ever in the Philippines (around $1 billion in damage) and had at least 410 fatalities. Thousands of homes, businesses and other infrastructure was completely destroyed and the entire island was devastated. We visited just ayYear-and-a-half later and while still in rebuild mode, the residents had put their heart and soul into rebuilding their beloved island, making it an even more magical place to visit. So there's no doubt it should be on any Philippines itinerary!
Paradise Found in Siargao, Philippines
Siargao is a surfer haven located southeast of Cebu that is what I imagine Bali was like 20-30 years ago. Between stretches of palm trees are dozens of white sand beaches with incredible surf waves based on their position between the reef and neighboring islands. People are rarely seen in anything but a bathing suit and cover up walking around barefoot or in flip flops with seashell anklets and necklaces for any small accessory. The Philippines sun quickly turns even the most sun-deficient skin tanned, so bronzed expats zip past on motorbikes heading to a healthy cafe for a smoothie bowl or to a far-off beach to catch a wave. And while surfing is a main draw to the island, there is plenty to do off of a surfboard including island hopping, snorkeling, swimming with (non-stinging) jellyfish, indulging in a massage, enjoying some incredible food or of course relaxing on the sand.
Outside of the stunning scenery itself, Siargao is also special for the people that inhabit this small island. I talk about resilience a lot but it’s especially prevalent here. In December 2021 it was slammed with Super Typhoon Odette, a category five storm that had winds up to 162 mph. It was the second costliest storm ever in the Philippines (around $1 billion in damage) and had at least 410 fatalities. Thousands of homes, businesses and other infrastructure was completely destroyed and the entire island was devastated. We visited just ayYear-and-a-half later and while still in rebuild mode, the residents had put their heart and soul into rebuilding their beloved island, making it an even more magical place to visit. So there's no doubt it should be on any Philippines itinerary!
Fall in Love with France: Lyon
Lyon is the second largest city in France but is much more approachable and easy to navigate than its larger sister, Paris. The city sits on two rivers, the Rhône and the Saône, and has both car and pedestrian bridges up and down the embankment connecting both sides. The proximity to the riverside adds to the charm of this medieval and bustling city. It’s very easy to navigate by foot but you can also rent Velo’v city bikes as a fun and easy way to get around. Because it's home to 10 Universities the city is young and energetic which you can really feel as you walk through neighborhoods and experience life as a Lyonian.
Although Paris is lauded for its food, Lyon is actually where a lot of French cooking gets its roots. It is largely considered the gastronomic capital of France and was home to Paul Bocuse, one of France’s most prominent chefs known for innovative cuisine. As previously mentioned, it’s not an overly large city but has 21 restaurants with Michelin stars and many more on the Michelin guide. In short: it’s basically impossible to get a bad meal here! Make sure to try Quenelles while you're there - which is a sausage shaped dough of fish covered in a delicious creamy red sauce. It sounds weird but trust me, it’s delicious!
Fall in Love with France: Lyon
Lyon is the second largest city in France but is much more approachable and easy to navigate than its larger sister, Paris. The city sits on two rivers, the Rhône and the Saône, and has both car and pedestrian bridges up and down the embankment connecting both sides. The proximity to the riverside adds to the charm of this medieval and bustling city. It’s very easy to navigate by foot but you can also rent Velo’v city bikes as a fun and easy way to get around. Because it's home to 10 Universities the city is young and energetic which you can really feel as you walk through neighborhoods and experience life as a Lyonian.
Although Paris is lauded for its food, Lyon is actually where a lot of French cooking gets its roots. It is largely considered the gastronomic capital of France and was home to Paul Bocuse, one of France’s most prominent chefs known for innovative cuisine. As previously mentioned, it’s not an overly large city but has 21 restaurants with Michelin stars and many more on the Michelin guide. In short: it’s basically impossible to get a bad meal here! Make sure to try Quenelles while you're there - which is a sausage shaped dough of fish covered in a delicious creamy red sauce. It sounds weird but trust me, it’s delicious!
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