Dyane Shanahan profile: dyane@lakeforesttravel.com

Wanderlust is a strong desire to travel and explore the world. So much of who we are is where our passions lie and to say that travel for me is a passion, would be an understatement!

My passion for travel started from the time I was young and we would visit family in my parent’s native country of Colombia, South America. I fell in love with the all aspects and excitement of The Colombian Culture which in turn sparked my desire to travel and explore other cultures around the world . I don’t recall a time where I wasn’t dreaming about my next trip and having it booked on the calendar to give me something to always look forward to.

I promise to bring that same enthusiasm to helping you plan the perfect trip! Whether you are looking for a romantic weekend getaway, a multigenerational trip, a beach vacation, a spa/wellness retreat, relaxing or cultural trip, near or far….I will help you find the perfect fit. I will listen to your needs and help enhance your experience with my knowledge and love of travel.

Favorite Hotels and resorts: Four Seasons Bora Bora, Canaves Oia in Santorini-Greece, Palazzo Avino in the Amalfi Coast (Italy), Ashford Castle (Ireland), Hotel Convento in San Juan, PR, The Goring in London

Recently Visited: Colombia, SA; French Polynesia (Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora), Costa Rica, Mexico, Puerto Rico

My Bucket list: African Safari (South Africa to be fulfilled in February 2021), Australia, New Zealand, Peru, Iceland

Testimonials

Excellent Dyane was there to add support and make on the spot arrangements whenever we needed her
Jay | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane is wonderful to work with on planning. She is flexible, has a great sense of humor and so helpful. We trust her and she has really outdone herself.
Jet | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Great! Dyane pays attention to what you are looking for and her recommendations meet or exceeded our expectations
Fernando | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

It was a pleasure to work with Dyane. She fulfilled all of our many requests and planned the perfect vacation for 12 members of my family.
Kay | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane was easy and great to work with! Gave us exactly what we wanted with a resort - nice, clean, and a fun place with all the amenities while staying in budget. She helped with shuttle time changes on the spot when our flight was delayed coming home. She also took the time to look into different excursions including transportation to and from the excursion. Overall, I had a great experience working with Dyane. She provided a worry free trip and I would recommend her to all of my family and friends!
Emily Baumer | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane made our first couples trip to Mexico one to remember! It was perfectly planned and we were able to relax the entire trip. She was able to answer any questions and make any necessary changes instantly. We never had to worry about a thing!
Butera Family | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

All we had to do was say we wanted to take a group vacation and show up! Dyane took care of everything - finding a beautiful all inclusive resort within our budget with great food, transfers to and from the airport, and everything in between. Thank you for making our trip 100% stress free! We had blast!
Kayla | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane was the most accommodating person I have had the pleasure of working with on trips. If there was any kind of issue (which nothing major because she was on top of everything) Dyane was swift to respond and handled quickly. Dyane made my trip stress free and provided each and every detail needed for my arrival and departure. Cannot thank Dyane enough for her role in helping create a trip my friends will remember for a lifetime!
Chris | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane made our travel experience easier. She found a resort that is within our budget, ideal location and resort amenities. She has very helpful and would book another trip through her!! Thanks Dyane!
ChinLish | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane is a lot of fun to work with. She has planned several trips for me and is always very thorough. She has great ideas for tours and enhancements that make our travel extra special.
Flower girl | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

This is like the sixth trip I plan with Dyane's help and it is fair to say that without her my husband and I would not be the frequent travelers we currently are.
Garcias | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane was absolutely amazing to work with! She was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and speedy quick with her responses! She made sure everything was taken care of for our trip and we enjoyed a stress free relaxing vacation!!!! Would 150% recommend booking your next vacation with Dyane!! :)
Molly Konkol | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane has changed our way of travel. My husband was not a traveler and now we travel more than 10 times a year. I recommend Dyane to everyone I know because what she does is plain magic.
Blanca Garcia | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane was fantastic to work with! She helped plan our cruise for 17 family members. Nine were ages 18-3 and eight adults. She worked with my husband and myself mostly because we were treating. Dyane was always in contact and helped us to book the best cruise/ship for our needs. We worked together for a year to plan. Dyane answered questions from each of us via email or phone, and contacted us regarding insurance needs and onboard credits. We also met at the office, and she often answered my questions when off from work at the office. We couldn’t have had this great experience without her!
Blessed | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane is very accommodating and detail oriented. She sent us a variety of options to chose from. My husband and I love to work with Dyane. She is amazing!
Mari | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

It was a pleasure to work with Dyane and for her to help plan our perfect vacation. We will definitely work with her in the future.
Gina | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane was wonderful. She was extremely helpful, flexible about when to call, recommended and advised professionally, and helped me every step of the planning process and beyond. She even helped me after when I had a problem with one of the service providers. She is awesome! I will definitely work with her again.
Michele | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

She made our cruise a very pleasurable event. Every detail was carefully planned for our comfort. we were expressed on and off the boat. we were honored for our anniversary and all our needs were met. Dyane did a great job
traveler | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

She is great. Responsive and listens to what we need for different trips. Understanding of prices and budgets and when to blow the budget.
Jet | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Bahama trip. Dyane did a great job for us. We only gave her 1 week notice. We had a great time!
Ed | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

London trip with the girls. Dyane was amazing! Coordinated a “girls trip” and it was great! Didn’t have to worry about anything, she handled all details. She is pleasant and professional and wIll definitely work with Duane again.
Sandyb | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane is a fantastic agent. I would not use anyone else. She has planned some very important events for me and my family and the amount of care and detail she employs is amazing. Round Hill is a great property. The service is good, not great like Rosewood Mayakoba for example but solid. The property is beautiful, the villas are so well kept. The grounds are stunning. You don't have to leave this property. Be sure to share that there are complimentary events and outings - glass bottom boat ride, Jamaican show that we super entertaining.

ttarie | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

She was very helpful in arranging our private transfers and tours. It was a little difficult communicating due to her part time status but we got everything booked in time despite this.
jczajka | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane is an incredible partner. Been my agent for years. Won't use anyone else. Attentive, detailed, flexible and knowledgeable
Tarie | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

We chose Dyane to plan our honeymoon to Hawaii. She is very responsive and knowledgable. She was able to work within our schedule and budget to plan the perfect trip. We plan to work with her for future trips!
Steve | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

Dyane did a great job helping us plan our honeymoon. She was readily available when needed, and offered great advice! It was a pleasure working with her!
NandS619 | Agent: Dyane Shanahan

My wife and I just enjoyed a fabulous honeymoon Dyane arranged for us. Prior to the trip Dyane was easy to work with and quickly found us options that were exactly what we asked for and within our budget. She provided us insightful information to help us land at the resort that was most appropriate for us, something we did not regret upon arrival when we had the chance to see the other resorts firsthand. She provided us documents and a detailed itinerary that made our distant travel (3 flights and a boat) seamless and comfortable. The package Dyane arranged for us was the envy of other honeymooners at the resort as we had the best bungalow location and additional perks such as an island tour that turned out to be another highlight of the trip. Overall it was the trip of our lifetime made all the much better from the help and guidance provided to us by Dyane. No regrets whatsoever!
Greg | Agent: Dyane Shanahan