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Travel Specialties
Interests
- Adventure
- Beach & Sun
- Food & Wine
- Culture, History & Arts
- Safari
Destinations
- No Destinations
Selling Travel Since
1994
Languages
- English
My Background
A passion for travel and adventure is in my blood. My father owned Lake Forest Travel in the 70’s and I was infected by the travel bug. My earliest memories include being whisked away every year with my five siblings to our place on the then very remote Caribbean island of Nevis. Each trip involved stopping on a different island on the way to discover new hotels for my father to add to his travel agency portfolio. To this day, that home in Nevis remains in our family and I’ve become close friends with many locals over the years. In addition to accumulating a large knowledge base from having visited and evaluated many high end properties throughout the Caribbean, I provide a unique understanding of Caribbean life from my life long intimate attachment to that island and the region as a whole.
In addition to my extensive knowledge of the Caribbean, I have travelled to and researched locales that range from the traditional destinations such as Ireland (where my daughter was married) and Western Europe to far more exotic ones such as Nepal, Tanzania, Botswana and Slovenia. Along the way, I have skied the Dolomites in Italy, trekked for a week around Mont Blanc, roamed the fells of the Lake District in the UK, slept at 13,500 ft. at Annapurna base camp in Nepal, and gone foraging for food with the Hadzas of Tanzania, the last hunter-gatherer tribe in Africa. Yes, I love adventure! I love the outdoors, nature and being inspired by new places and new people. That’s not to say I don’t love creature comforts like the hotel spa, cocktail bar and dining room! Through work and personal travel, I’ve had the good fortune to eat at Michelin starred restaurants and stay at four and five starred hotels globally.
Adventure comes in many forms and I believe that the unique breadth of my adventures gives me the perspective and insight needed to create the ideal travel experience for you.
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Reviews and Recommendations for Gwen Pullman Trucco
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Everything went as planned
By: Richie
Reviewed on: 28 Aug 2014
Planning was excellent. Upgrade was arranged and carried out. Service was certainly worth the price
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Knowledgeable & Helpful
By: MonicaS
Reviewed on: 07 Sep 2014
Great options to chose from, and the one we picked was a great hotel. Made booking everything very simple. Thank you!
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Costa Rica FUN!
By: SAVvy71
Reviewed on: 01 Jan 2015
Gwen totally identified the perfect property for us to stay in at Costa Rica. The condo and the amenities fit our family expectations above and beyond. We had a wonderful time at Los Suenos Resort. The nearby activities were plentiful for us to pick and choose from. Thanks!
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Excellent Service, Wonderful Travel Agent
By: Donelle
Reviewed on: 02 Apr 2015
We have never used a travel agent before and I am so appreciate of Gwen and Lake Forest Travel for this first experience. Gwen was so helpful in planning our last minute trip to Europe. All documents and materials were provided with explicit details. We had 6 plane stops plus rented a car and drove across three countries. She really listened when I was explaining what are wants and needs were for the trip. We have not experienced any issues with the trip and it was very smooth. Gwen was also so helpful and kind with all of my questions before we left (as there were many). I had everything I needed at every stop. I know I couldn't have planned this trip with Gwen's help and assistance. We will be returning customers!
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Great service
By: Marietta
Reviewed on: 08 Apr 2015
Gwen was extremely helpful in arranging reservations at the Oberoi hotels in India. I had already made the reservation, but in talking to Gwen found out LF Travel could take over the reservation. It was not a simple process, but she persisted. She was also able to secure a breakfast and lunch for our third party in the room. The hotels were amazing, hard to describe how perfect the properties were and the service. I wish we could have stayed longer at the hotels, especially the Oberoi Rajvilas. The luxury tent villa was such a treat for us. At the hotel we did the cooking class, which was a lot of fun, interesting ... and delicious. thank you for your great service!
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Extremely Helpful
By: Jack
Reviewed on: 25 Apr 2015
Because of illness, it was necessary to cancel my trip. Gwen had been a tremendous help in putting our trip together. She worked hard and put together a great trip for my wife and me. After I had to cancel, she continued with heroic efforts to help us with our trip cancellation insurance claim. We believe that we can arrange to take our trip later in the year and would not consider going to anyone else for help.
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Wonderful organization and follow through
By: Debbie C
Reviewed on: 27 Jul 2015
Gwen Trucco was our agent at LF Travel not Monica Varri, Gwen was professional in every way and very enjoyable with whom to work. She kept us informed at each step in the process and her document preparation was meticulous. We loved our hotels and enjoyed the Tauck Rhine Cruise on their new ship. She was very responsible to select our BA seats for us on both ends of the flights 24 hours ahead of time. We could not pre-select them without an extra fee since we wanted to book through AA. Gwen was a delight and we were always very confident that she would send us in the right direction.
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Wonderful service!
By: Monica S
Reviewed on: 12 Jul 2015
Gwen was able to put my trip together with very little notice and it was wonderful. Thank you!
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Great help!
By: Austin
Reviewed on: 31 Jul 2015
She was very insightful when we had questions about specific honeymoon locations. She knew a lot about each location and would respond in a timely manner
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Very flexible
By: Ger
Reviewed on: 07 Jan 2016
Gwen booked our tour of Normandy France and then the Champagne region and both were excellent! We had the same driver on all 3 days and he was outstanding. Everything went perfectly. Thank you.
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Washington DC Hotel
By: OrlandoPaul
Reviewed on: 29 Mar 2016
The Kimpton Monoco in Washington D.C. was an excellent suggestion by Gwen. It is full of history and is actually owned by the Smithsonian Institute but managed by the Kimpton Hotel Company. Perfect location directly next door to the International Spy Museum and 4 blocks from the National Mall. All Tourist sights are within walking distance. Thank you Gwen.
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Great advice!
By: Mary 87
Reviewed on: 04 Jun 2016
Our trip was perfect!!. My Grandchildren and I had a Beautiful and happy trip to Great Britain, and it was definetly because of the help from all of you people!!
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Great advise, friendly and informative. Looked into the best options for our needs and wants.
By: MonicaS
Reviewed on: 25 Aug 2016
Gwen was very helpful in putting together a spectacular cruise and trip to Alaska that was memorable an breathtaking. We appreciated all the help that she gave us and will definitely use her again in the future for our next trips. She explored different options for us and made the choices so easy. Thank you!
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Gwen was great
By: d
Reviewed on: 31 Oct 2016
Gwen did a remarkable job and she was fun with whom to work. I am constantly amazed that this was yet again sent to my husband and not me. I planned and paid for the entire trip and his name comes up instead of mine and the evaluation was sent to him yet again. Really hard to imagine it takes years to fix this.
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Expert friendly service
By: TravelGal
Reviewed on: 10 Oct 2016
Gwen is always fun and quick to arrange our travel. She presents alternatives and knows the properties. We love working with her. If she is not available, she makes sure that a trusted colleague is. Our travel is planned with great dispatch.
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Excellent service.
By: Monica S
Reviewed on: 18 Oct 2016
As always, Gwen gave great advice, booked a wonderful hotel where we were able to upgrade at check-in and helpful in every way. Wonderful time. Thank you!
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Thailand Business Trip
By: Dan
Reviewed on: 27 Feb 2017
Gwen was great to work with and put together the best options available for my flights to meet my time frame and also be considerate of the best options for the cost of the tickets.
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Turks & Caicos
By: Stephanie
Reviewed on: 10 Apr 2017
Easy, responsive, various ideas
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Gwen Trucco
By: Ron
Reviewed on: 30 May 2017
Always ready to do whatever is required and more.
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Gwen
By: Dan
Reviewed on: 06 Jul 2017
Gwen was very responsive and had good ideas and insights to our trip. We will use Gwen again on our next trip to Europe. She saved us money and got us better service at hour hotels and travel tix.
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Great
By: Fun trip!
Reviewed on: 01 Aug 2017
My husband and I scheduled a trip to Costa Rica with Gwen. The trip options were great, and provided very good detail on excursions. She made sure we were picked up at the airport. The overall trip was excellent.
Recommended
Iceland & Copenhagen Trip
By: Jay
Reviewed on: 28 Sep 2017
Gwen has gotten to know what I expect after the first trip cruising the Mediterranean. She hasn't let me down after my second trip to Iceland and Copenhagen. I can't say enough about how all details were taken care of and the first class service I've received from her and Lake Forest Travel. I don't need to find another travel agent. Ever!
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huh what?
By: jan
Reviewed on: 26 Feb 2018
great. I have sent her several other clients.
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great
By: Terry
Reviewed on: 22 Feb 2018
great and easy to work with
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Great Trip
By: Michele
Reviewed on: 26 May 2018
Love working with Gwen. She is the best. Always finds exactly what I need to have a successful travel experience!
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Thanks Gwen!
By: Ceil and Mac
Reviewed on: 26 Aug 2018
Very helpful. Working with Gwen made making travel plans very easy.
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Professional Travel Guru!
By: Minna
Reviewed on: 14 Nov 2018
Gwen is a thoughtful, experienced, passionate travel expert!
She listens and responds to create very personalized adventures!
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Miami
By: Dan
Reviewed on: 12 Apr 2019
Gwen is our go-to for all things travel. she has been virtually everywhere, has good insights and great deals on fantastic hotels. We won't ever plan a big trip without her.
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Positive
By: Harry
Reviewed on: 18 May 2019
Gwen does a great job. She is thorough and pays attention to details. It is a pleasure to work with her.
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Kudos for Gwen
By: Mickey
Reviewed on: 16 Jun 2019
She is a true professional. Knowledgeable & efficient! Gwen always responds promptly & carefully assessed her client’s needs.
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Great Service
By: DS
Reviewed on: 22 Jul 2019
Gwen is the best. She is very attentive and everything always works out well. Thank you Gwen!
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Iceland the shapes of water
By: Anne
Reviewed on: 17 Aug 2019
Gwen is creative and responsive when helping to plan our travels. She listens thoughtfully to our needs and provides options and recommendations. We trust her expertise and count on her extensive knowledge of the travel industry.
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Normandy
By: Dan
Reviewed on: 19 Aug 2019
Gwen is a sensation partner in our travel planning. She has great insights and ideas for our travel needs.
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She got us nice rooms at the Carlyle
By: KK
Reviewed on: 22 Jan 2020
Gwen booked us at the Carlyle in NYC and we received the complimentary breakfast each morning which was a good value.
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Great service
By: Niles
Reviewed on: 13 Feb 2020
Gwen is very experienced and response. A first class travel advisor
Recommended
Seabourn Cruise
By: Harry
Reviewed on: 25 Feb 2020
She is attentive, personable and professional.
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