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Renee
Blokzyl

Red Orchid Travel, an independent affiliate of
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Renee Blokzyl

About Me

The world is calling - loudly. The question is, are you ready to answer it properly?

This is travel with intention. With ease. With those pinch-me moments that linger long after you’ve unpacked. The kind of journeys where everything flows, nothing feels forced, and every detail feels like it was designed just for you, because it was.

I’m the owner of Red Orchid Travel, a boutique, full-service travel agency, and a proud Virtuoso Travel Advisor and Virtuoso Voyages hostess. I specialize in the kind of travel that makes your heart beat a little faster: ocean, river, expedition, tall-ship and yacht sailings; iconic rail journeys; exceptional hotels and resorts; and custom itineraries that read like a beautifully written story, not a checklist.

This isn’t about booking trips. It’s about curating experiences that feel effortless, immersive, and unforgettable. I get to know how you move through the world, your pace, your preferences, your hard no’s and your secret dreams, and then I design travel that fits you like it was always meant to.

Behind the scenes, I advocate fiercely for my clients, leverage long-standing global relationships, and ensure every piece is aligned before you ever step out the door. Upgrades, added value, thoughtful touches, they’re not extras, they’re part of the philosophy.

I’m also the founder and one of the hostesses for Red Orchid Women’s Travel Tours, escorting women-only journeys that blend adventure, comfort, connection, and the kind of camaraderie that turns fellow travelers into lifelong friends. These aren’t just trips, they’re chapters.

My promise is simple: you get to be fully present. I take care of the rest.

If you’re craving travel that feels elevated, personal, and just a little bit intoxicating, the kind that makes people lean in when you start telling the story - let’s talk.

Your next extraordinary adventure begins at RedOrchidTravel.com

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