Advisor - Melinda Gutermuth

Melinda Gutermuth

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    Based in Los Angeles, California

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City Travel
Cruises
Off-the-Beaten-Path Travel
Japan
Caribbean Islands
New England

My Story

My family is scattered all over, across New England, Florida, and more—so I travel to see them often, and cruises have become our go-to way to bring everyone together. Siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles, grandparents, and kids all pick their own pace and activities along with plenty of built-in family time! I used to think cruising was mostly about beaches and shopping, but I've fallen in love with the unique excursions and cultural experiences I've had on these trips. I’m now a CLIA member working toward my Certified Cruise Counselor designation, and (as a proud word nerd) I run Wander/Ling, a YouTube channel that dives deeper into the places I've traveled by exploring the languages spoken there.

Travel Style

Here's my travel process: before a trip, I spend all my spare time daydreaming about the destination, watching every TikTok and reel I can find, mapping out everything I could possibly want to do, and building an overly detailed itinerary (along with a capsule wardrobe). Then as soon as I land, I let it all go and just follow the vibes! I plan for every possibility so I’m never caught without options, but when I'm in vacation mode, I'm just going with the flow.

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Reviews (2)

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Jordan B.

travel to California

about 1 month ago

Melinda hooked us up with the coolest hotel in Pasadena! The neighborhood was exactly what we were looking for, easy parking, plenty of food and local sights. Melinda is friendly, professional, and talented at matching a client with the right location!

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Raymond J.

travel to Boston

about 2 months ago

Melinda’s assistance went above and beyond for us. She listened and heard what we were wanting for our stay. She asked questions to further clarify our wants. Melinda was thorough in her research in finding just the perfect accommodations and entertainment to make our time away so pleasant. We will book all future travel through Melinda. I would highly recommend her.

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