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 | Steven E. Shulem
Interests & Specialties
MCC Master Cruise Counselor
President of Strictly Vacations
Expert Bio
Steve is a Master Cruise Counselor who loves traveling. Formerly he was a celebrity wedding photographer with photos published world-wide. Steven has been planning luxury vacations for clients since 1987. He has a distinguished reputation for knowing the best-of-the-best around the world. He was given the recognition of one of the “World’s 125 Top Travel Specialists” in Conde Nast Traveler August 2003, “112 Best Travel Agents.” in August 2002, “Travel Guru,” June 2000 and August 2001. He is well-connected with travel professionals throughout Europe and around the world and is able to plan seamless vacation experiences for his clients.
Steve’s favorite way to see the world is by cruising. And the cruise industry knows him well! Steve sells more Windstar cruises than any other person on Earth and is responsible for a full ship charter on SeaDream Yacht Club. He is the top West Coast Agent for Radisson Seven Seas, and is also a Crystal Platinum Agent. His reputation takes him to the cover stories of many travel magazines, much to the delight of this large international cliental. He has traveled extensively throughout Europe, Asia, South Africa, and the Caribbean. In his “spare time” he likes to hike, go to the theater, and frequent fine restaurants. He resides in Santa Barbara with his wife and two children.
Contact steve@strictlyvacations.com
My Recent Trips
Steve’s most recent trips were to the big island of Hawaii; Moab, Utah; Tuscany & Rome,Italy; Rome; Berlin; Dubai; Egypt; and India. Don’t worry, while this renowned agent is traveling the globe – he still has time to plan your next fantastic getaway!
|  | Sue Kasmar
Interests & Specialties
CTC (Certified Travel Counselor), ATC (Adventure Travel Consultant) Private independent tours for individuals and families, Adventure Travel, and Luxury Cruising
Expert Bio
Sue’s passion for Italy, her love of outdoor adventure and activity, and her refined taste for luxury travel makes any trip exceptional. Details are her expertise and arranging your personal requests, her forte. Need a private instructor for your daily yoga session? Ashtanga or Iyengar, or…? Sue will find the instructor right for you, anywhere in the world. Sue is adept in any type of luxury travel, being a top producer for Butterfield and Robinson Biking and Walking company, which specializes in Adventure Luxury Travel. She also won the 2002 Today Show Honeymoon competition providing a Luxury Trip for the chosen bride and groom, which sent them to the Four Seasons Villas and the Begawan Giri Estate in Bali. After 25 years in the travel industry you are in good hands, that handle the details for your travel dreams.
Contact sue@strictlyvacations.com
My Recent Trips
Sue is extremely well traveled throughout Europe, Hawaii, Israel, Egypt, Russia, Chile, Mexico, Canada, the U.S. and Tahiti. She spent two years in Kauai, Hawaii where she worked as a personal assistant to a professional athlete. This past winter, she spent three months in romantic and historic Florence, studying Italian, soaking up the culture, and drinking local vintages. Her most recent trip was in May 2004 to the Riviera Maya, Mexico where she stayed at the Virtuoso collection property Paraiso de la Bonita and saw the Maroma and Ikal del Mar resorts as well as the Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach and the new JW Marriott.
Other interests include practicing martial arts, particularly Shaolin Kenpo. She also enjoys cycling, hiking with friends, gourmet dining and fine wines, and curling up with a good book.
|  | Isabel Ballesteros
Interests & Specialties
Travel Consultant
Expert Bio
Isabel was born and raised in Santa Barbara, CA. Being a native of California, she has extensive knowledge of it’s charming communities, bustling cities, and intimate hideaways! Having lived in Denver, CO for some time has given her a great respect and appreciation for our National forests, parks, and mountain ranges. She can also help with Domestic travel such as California, Colorado, and New Mexico!
Outside the office, Isabel enjoys hiking with her co-workers, dancing, swimming, and reading a good novel.
Always a friendly and cheerful voice, Isabel can provide you an excellent experience with Strictly Vacations! Call her soon to find out how easy it is to be on your way to a beautiful place!
Contact isabel@strictlyvacations.com
My Recent Trips
Isabel’s lastest trips were to the big Island of Hawaii and to Maui where she saw many great hotels. She also went to Tahiti on the Paul Gaugin. Izzy had a fantastic time and she cant wait to go back!!
| | Ernie Fickerson
Interests & Specialties
CTC
Expert Bio
Ernie received her diploma from a Career Institute that specialized in the travel industry and the culinary arts. As a travel student she was the “taster” for the culinary students!) In January of 1994 she joined Strictly Vacations, becoming the East Coast Representative for Luxury Cruise Travel. As of 1999 she moved just outside of Santa Barbara and works as an outside agent.
Before becoming a travel agent, Ernie was the director of a non-profit organization. She was also a legal assistant for many years in the Patent and Trademark field.
Ernie considers the Far East her forte, having lived two years in the Philippines and traveled extensively in the Far East. She specializes in cruises, and has traveled the world over on several World Cruises
Contact Ernie at bertpolo@aol.com
My Recent Trips
Ernie’s most recent trip was the last half of the Holland America World Cruise, with a fabulous trip to Bangkok, Thailand and Siem Reap, Cambodia (to see the Ankgor Wat). The cruise started in Singapore, then to Malaysia, Myanmar, India, Oman, Greece, Italy, Gibraltar and Madeira. She had a truly wonderful trip!
Outside of work, Ernie loves to Ballroom dance, play bridge and the piano, make her own clothes, and playing with her grandchildren.
|  | Carrie Bieber
Expert Bio
Carrie is a Certified Travel Counselor and Accredited Cruise Counselor. She has been in the travel industry since 1982 and lived in Germany for a short time. Some of her favorite destinations are the Mediterranean, the Middle East and Tahiti.
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