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Lucy Lorea - Cruise Manager

I have been in the travel industry since 1977.  I first worked for American Airlines and have been hooked on the travel industry ever since.  I came to Sun Travel in 1990.  I obtained the Certified Travel Consultant Certificate because I have a strong commitment to the travel industry and to my clients.  I have traveled to Asia and Southeast Asia, Hawaii and Europe several times.  Many of the trips were on the over 20 cruise sailings I have taken.  My favorite part of this job is to sit with my clients and plan their vacation dream. 

Mara Portillo - Cruise Branch Manager

I have been working in the travel business since 1989 and have enjoyed every minute.  I received certification from El Paso Community College as a Travel Consultant and owned my own travel agency for several years.  I have been with Sun Travel since 1996.  Working in the travel industry is very rewarding  because we make people's travel dreams come true.

Ann Sparks - Cruise Specialist
I have been in the travel business since 1991, and associated with Sun Travel since 1997.  Since my hobby is travel, helping others decide on which wonderful and exciting cruise to take brings me a great deal of satisfaction.  I am available Monday through Friday, and welcome the opportunity to assist you on your next cruise vacation.

Angelica Figueroa - Cruise Specialist

I have been in the travel business since 1981.  I came to Sun Travel in 1994. I love to travel, but the best part of being a travel agent is meeting so many interesting people and helping them make their dreams come true. 

Chayo Gandara - Cruise Specialist
I have been in the travel business since 1990 and came to Sun Travel in
1997.  I have traveled to Europe, Africa, Asia, South America and United States. I enjoy reading and traveling. 

Lenore Kobren - Cruise Specialist

 I have taken over 25 cruises to destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Alaska, and Mexico.  Not only have these trips provided me treasured memories, they have given me the tools I need to help clients.  Brochures are nice, but no tool is more useful than having actually been to a destination, or experienced a particular cruise line.   My first hand knowledge allows me to impart my experience and enthusiasm to better serve my clients.

Isabelle Caballero - Cruise Specialist

I have been with Sun Travel American Express since 2001 and in the travel industry since 1989. Each day always brings new challenges and discoveries.  It's always a pleasure to work with so many different people and with such a multitude of exciting destinations to help travel dreams come true. Being part of the American Express network gives me confidence in making the best recommendations for my clients.

Marianne Walker - Cruise Specialist

I have been in the travel business since 1979 and traveled to Germany, Spain, Italy, France, London, Korea, Japan, British Columbia, and the United States including Hawaii and I have cruised to the Caribbean.  What I enjoy most about being a travel agent is the challenge and working with the people from all kinds of life.  

Maria Maldonado - Cruise Specialist
I have been on several cruises and am an expert on Hawaii and Mexico, including Mexico beaches and Colonial Mexico. My biggest satisfaction is when  clients come in the office or call me after their cruise, and tell me how happy and how grateful they are that I made their dream vacation come true.

Shirley Nussbaum - Cruise Specialist
I have been in the travel business since 1979, and came to Sun Travel 1996.  Since I also have experience in group travel, I am able to help my clients in just about every area of cruising. 

Agnes Brock - Cruise Specialist 
I first came to Sun Travel, the best agency anywhere, in 1979. I left twice for a brief time but came back to do the work I love.  This is the best job in the world, living vicariously through other people's travel.  I now live in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii and through the miracle of modern technology, I can live in Paradise and still work for the best agency ever.

Priscilla Haynes - Cruise Specialist

 I have worked in the travel industry since 1981 and with Sun Travel since 1985.   I have had the privilege of cruising all over the world, so it is hard to pin down a favorite cruise. 

Sachi Montgomery - Cruise Specialist
Born in Okinawa and raised in the Philippines from the age of seven, I speak four languages, including Japanese and Tagalog.  Across the seas, I have traveled extensively in the Far East, Spain, Austria, Germany, and Monaco, and on this side of the ocean, explored parts of Brazil and all of the Hawaiian Islands.  My cruise experiences include the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera, and Alaska. 

Barbara Hyatt - Cruise Specialist
 have worked at Sun Travel since 1978, assisting clients with their cruise vacations.  I specialize in group travel.  As with most travel agents, traveling is my favorite past time, along with golf, gardening and grandkids.  I enjoy cruising because you unpack once, leaving the rest of the cruise to relax, but have the benefit of visiting various locales.  I am in the office and available to assist you on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Lindsay Gronich - Cruise Specialist
My career as a Travel Agent began in 1990, and I have been with Sun Travel since 1996.  My travel experiences include Asia, Greece, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Israel, Turkey, Costa Rica, Great Britain, and Mexico, in addition to various destinations within the United States.  Even though I have been many parts of the world, there are still so many I look forward to experiencing.  I believe the best part of being a travel agent is the opportunity to meet so many interesting people who allow me to help them plan the cruise of their dreams
Gloria Lambie -  Cruise Specialist- I began my travel agent career in 1979, and joined the Sun Travel family in 1981.  I love to cruise and being a cruise specialist brings with it not only job satisfaction in helping make vacation dreams come true, but also in dealing with a broad spectrum of people who are happily planning their cruise vacations.  I hope my travels can benefit others as they make their plans, and when clients return and compliment me on a job well done, it really bring on a great sense of satisfaction.

Monika Young - Cruise Specialist
My experience as a travel agent started in 1986 and I have been with Sun Travel since 2002.  I have visited many countries all over the world and most of the states here at home.  The best thing about being a cruise agent is that even if I have not visited a destination myself, I have a great deal of fun planning the trip for someone else.

Debbie Starboard - Cruise Specialist
My career as a Travel Counselor first began in 1979, and I have been with the Sun Travel family since 1985.  Following a brief stint as an outside sales agent in Wyoming, I returned to El Paso and continue to serve the needs of long-time clients, as well as new ones. As a cruise agent, I learn first hand about interesting, new destinations, new ships and the great deals that often are not advertised in the main stream. 

Tom Bryant - Cruise Specialist
I have been in the travel business since 1988 and with Sun Travel since 1994.  I have traveled almost every where in the world, with the exception of China and Japan, and they are on my list.  One of my favorite journeys was the European Riverboat cruise because of its leisurely pace and the fact that you can dock right in the heart of the cities it visits.  My wife and I love to ballroom dance, and we have incorporated that love into a number of our cruise trips.  I believe the best thing about being a cruise agent is meeting new people and assisting them in selecting and purchasing a wonderful cruising experience with the least amount of stress.

Claudia Main-Cruise Specialist I have been with Sun Travel since June 2008, working initially from El Paso, TX and now from Alamogordo, NM. I am from Mexico City where I started my career in travel in 1990.  I owned a travel agency for 10 years.  In 2000 I moved to Germany and worked 7 years providing leisure and official travel for the military and their families. I have lived in Mexico, Europe and now in the U.S. which gives me the opportunity to know many people and places.  I love to travel and I have visited Central and South America, Canada, Europe, U.S. and of course most of the states in Mexico. I love to cruise and have had the privilege of helping many people with their travels.

Shirleen Askenazi - Cruise Specialist
I came to Sun Travel in 2003.  My travel experiences include Caribbean, Alaskan, and Mexican Riviera cruises, France, Asia, Japan, the South Pacific, Iberian Peninsula, Northern African, Canada and the United States.  The best thing about being a cruise agent is my ability to help clients fulfill their dreams and even more fun, hearing about their experiences and seeing their pictures when they return.

Catherine Garcia - Sales
I started my travel career while living in Brownsville, Texas and have been coordinating cruise trips since 1994.   The best part of my job is working with all the great clients and helping them with their travel needs throughout the four corners of the globe.  I believe in providing excellent customer service and obtaining the best value for my clients. 

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