Reviews of Windy City Travel Inc. (Travel Agency)

Denise Boyd

Kathy planned our trip to Columbia and it was awesome!!! I highly recommend Windy City Travel!

Kelli Dempsey

I traveled with a group of 20 to Cabo San Lucas, in July 2019. By the grace of God, I found Karen, through a random Google search. Karen was amazing! She worked with 20 different people, coordinated travel from 4 different cities, made every accomodation we asked for a reality! Not onlyveas Karen professional, she was always available, and if she didn't have an answer, she found it and immediately got back to us! Some people in my party have already booked another vacation through Karen and I will definitely be using her again for upcoming travel. If you need a travel agent, I highly reccomend Karen and Windy City Travel!

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Annabel Guzman

Kathy our agent was knowledgeable, resourceful and reliable in booking our trip to Europe. Our trip had 3 stops in 3 different countries, Kathy was super helpful in booking flights, train, tours, and transfers. The physical paper travel documents that she sent to us prior to our departure were well organized by date and were super helpful in keeping us on track with our transfers and tours. There’s no way we could have booked everything on our own and spent the countless hours in conducting the research in reputable companies for tours and transfers. We are super grateful for Kathy’s assistance and we had a memorable family trip!!

Patty Kaplan

We were very impressed with the detail that went into planning our Peru trip. Kathy listened to our needs and it was extremely well coordinated. Thanks for a great experience!

Myra King

I had a wonderful time celebrating my birthday in Cancun Mexico at Secrets Resort. My travel Agent. Lindsy was very informative about the trip and helpful. I will definitely recommend her and use their service again. Thank you for a memorable experience.

Nataly Rivera

It was my first time using a travel agent to book a trip and Kathryn Kruszynski made it a great experience. I've already recommend all my friends who are planning trips to call her. She was such a great help and made it so easy!

Sandra Peterson

Yes, our trip was booked, details in less than 20 mins. As we travel now, to same areas, we learn locations that work for us, so be specific about what you want, if you are not sure, they are knowable.

Jessica Norton

responsive and provided great suggestions! Took our budget into consideration.

Ashley Dawson

Paula Publicover booked my Greece vacation and she was awesome, she is very knowledgeable about the tours. I would definitely recommend working with her. She was very nice and professional.

Mark Nichol

We went through Windy City Travel to help six guys take a trip to Australia and New Zealand. Our travel Agent, Kathy Allinson, planned an amazing trip for us. We could not have been happier! She was very knowledgeable and quick to help.

Jessica Vahey

Kathy blended the perfect mix of comfort, luxury, activity and relaxation on our 10 trip to Spain. Having never been to Spain and going as a family of 4, with two teenagers, her help with selecting accommodations, activities, transportation and tours was invaluable. We celebrated our 20th anniversary while on this trip and Kathy/Windy City added some thoughtful and nice touches that were truly appreciated. We did not want to return home.

Frank Reda Jr.

Great experience very thorough I will definitely use them again

Kevin Reilly

We have used Kathy for Italy, France, and now Ireland. The week we spent in Ireland is one we will never forget! Kathy suggested a rental car and set us up in 2 locations for lodging that allowed us to have amazing day trips. From the Waterford factory to the Cliffs of Moher we saw it all because she suggested a rental car. Kathy listened to us and what we wanted out of the trip and she nailed it! We have a big vacation coming up for Portugal, Spain, Greece, and Turkey and Kathy is going to give us another amazing time!!

Michael/Janice Rosenberg

Thanks for arranging our trip to Paris, Brittany and Normandy. Like all travelers, we did have some minor “problems” but I want you to understand that we were 95% satisfied. The week in Paris was great. The hotel was very well situated – we walked everywhere. The room was lovely, the staff very helpful and the breakfast far more than adequate. Despite the train strike, we made it to Rennes and got our car. The only vehicle they had available, was not appropriate. It was a nine passenger Mercedes van that was long, wide and difficult to maneuver. But we took it and managed. Brittany was beautiful and the weather was perfect. The Chateau De Locguenole was very handsome and located on amazing grounds. The staff was friendly and our room comfortable and huge. We were not happy that the only breakfast available was 21 Euros per person (about $25), and that there was no nearby alternative. Instant coffee and an electric kettle were provided in the room. Les Maisons de Bricourt was also charming with a pleasant staff and lovely grounds. It was well located for our visits to various places. Again, breakfast was 21 Euros, no alternative, no coffee in the room. Chateau de Sully, close to Bayeux, was less pleasant. The room was ordinary. The staff was “brisk,” to put it nicely. The woman who showed us to our room let an outside door close in Michael’s face. The shower was nearly impossible to work and the man who came to show us how to use it was rude. 21 Euro breakfast again. Nespresso machine and two caffeinated coffee capsules provided per day. We requested a third capsule (because one of those provided had failed to produce a cup of coffee) and were charged 2 Euros for it, which seemed mean spirited to us. I would not recommend this place to any travelers. The return trip to Paris by train was fine. But the driver who drove us from the Gare St. Lazare to the airport didn’t realize there were two Mercure hotels and dropped us at the wrong one. This resulted in a 15 Euro cab trip to the correct hotel. It was just what you would expect from an airport hotel, comfortable and convenient. Aside from the above small problems, we had a wonderful trip. However, we didn’t realize that one of the main reasons for staying in these chateaux is to dine at the Michelin rated restaurants. We did not take advantage of this as the meals were upwards of $100 per person, fixed price, no alternatives. At the Bricourt we were able to order beverages for our room. Less fancy hotels within towns would probably have suited us better.

anita clapham

Kathy did an outstanding job planning our trip to Scotland and Ireland. Everything was organized for us and we didn't have to worry about a thing. She is very knowledgeable in locations and well organized in planning out the day to day activities for you. We never felt like we were on a strict schedule, but we never had to think about what to do next. I can't wait to use her again for our next adventure. Thank you!

Margo Jakobs

We just returned from a 9 day trip to Peru and had a wonderful time minus a cancelled (weather) flight and a few small things. Kathy was absolutely wonderful to work with and truly listened to what we were hoping to see and do. The hotels were beautiful, the guides were helpful and knowledgeable and provided us an itinerary and special opportunities that we might never have gotten on our own. We will most definitely have Kathy book us a vacation again!!