All World Travel is a full-service travel agency that has been in business in Albuquerque for 45 years. Owner Alfred Volden says, “It’s all about customer service. I think we are in the wish-fulfillment business. We are able to assist our clients in achieving their travel goals. There are travel opportunities for virtually everything imaginable you might want to do.”
Volden and his team have sold airline tickets, hotel rooms, cruises, African safaris, and even a Virgin Galactic space trip. The agency also books domestic travel. All World Travel can help plan a weekend in Scottsdale, a spa getaway, or a tour around San Francisco. “Our goal is to create a wow factor,” says Volden.
All World Travel is a member of the Virtuoso consortium. Only one percent of travel agencies get accepted into the association. This global network of agencies specializes in experiential and luxury travel. Through Virtuoso, All World Travel can offer clients additional amenities during their trips. Some of the perks include VIP treatment, access to special travel experiences, and complimentary breakfast at hotels.
The locally owned travel agency also offers travel insurance and medical evacuation insurance. The agency also specializes in active adventure trips, with exciting opportunities for hiking and exploration.
All World Travel offers travel assistance to popular destinations, including Western Europe. Volden says, “We are seeing a lot of travel to Spain, Italy, and Ireland.”
Australia and New Zealand have also become popular because the U.S. dollar is strong in these countries.
“Another top destination this year is Japan. The Japanese culture is a wonderful experience," says Volden. Many tourists travel to Japan during the spring for the cherry blossom season.
Volden believes travel can be great for any age group, even children. He says, “Travel is one of the best gifts you can give a child. They truly become citizens of the world.”
Volden enjoys his work at the agency and says, “We are helping create memories, and they are with you for life.
The majority of All World Travel’s customers are repeat customers and referrals. "We are not looking for a quick deal. We have been developing that relationship with customers for years. We act as their trusted advisors,” says Volden.
All World Travel often utilizes on-site tours led by local experts for each destination. They can also offer customers specials from cruise lines and hotel properties.
The benefit of using a travel agency is that they can provide price comparisons using their bountiful resources. There are 27 river cruise companies in the world for travelers to choose from. “We give you the different options and experience that either we have had or our clients have had. We want to make sure the experience is what they are looking for,” says Volden.
What’s on your travel wish list? Call All World Travel at (505) 294-5031 or visit www.awtravel.com