Meet Deborah Riordan

I bet you have tried planning your vacation to Europe and became totally overwhelmed? I totally get it. There are so many different options out there, so many different hotels in so many different cities you have never even heard of. What parts of town are safe to stay in? Where is the best place to grab a bite to eat that won’t break the bank? How can you logistically fit in everything you want to do on your trip? There is so much information out there on the internet, and you probably have no idea what sites actually have valid, up to date information. You have every right to be overwhelmed. But that’s where I come in.

Hi, my name is Deborah Riordan and I am the owner of Assisted Travel.

Assisted Travel helps clients dream, plan and book their ideal vacations. I am the one that takes that overwhelm off of your shoulders and lets you relax while I plan your vacation exactly the way YOU want it to be. I take the time to get to know you- what you want, what you need, what you don’t want, and maybe even make you realize some things you didn’t even know you wanted.

My agency specializes in European vacations- I know the information you haven’t learned just yet. Looking for an authentic Italian countryside villa for your family reunion? I can help with that. Looking for that perfect, romantic Greek Island cruise for your soon to be fiancé? I can help with that. Looking for the best place to take your children to where they won’t be bored and bugging you the whole time? Yes, I can help with that too. No matter what your European vacation dreams are, I am here to create exactly what you want…and within the budget that you want.

All of the trips I plan are “made to order.” You will get a fully individualized experience from start to finish. And you won’t have to lift a finger. You can leave that overwhelm and stress at the door and actually ENJOY a vacation for once. No need to worry about anything, I’ve got your back the whole way- from our initial “get to know you” phone call to following up with you after you get home. If you have questions or need anything at any point on your vacation, I am only a phone call or an email away. Good luck trying to get that with an online booking engine!

I have compiled numerous certifications along the way that show my expertise, like becoming an ASTA Verified Travel Advisor, a Travel Institute Certified Travel Associate, and a Certified Accessible Travel Specialist (for those that may need a little extra care). I am a member of the International Air Transport Association, the Cruise Line International Association, the Travel Leader’s Network and the American Society of Travel Agents. But what do those certifications and memberships mean to you? They are essentially the Harvard Law Degree of Travel Agents…I have been trained, retrained and retrained again to make sure I know exactly what I am doing and that I am doing what is best for my clients- YOU. I have created amazing vacations for hundreds of clients, some of which may have actually referred you to me in the first place.

But my life can’t be all work and no play, right? You’re right, it’s not. When I am not planning dream vacations for my clients, you can most likely find me at the ballpark (not in 2020 though, understandably). I am a die-hard Washington Nationals baseball fan, even before they won the World Series. My husband and I are season ticket holders and most of our summer nights are spent cheering on our favorite team. I also enjoy live music and cooking. I’m a big fan of experimenting with new cooking styles and cultures to spice up the daily routine. I am currently on a Thai food kick and couldn’t be happier. I also try to squeeze in time to work out and stay healthy, but there just isn’t enough time in the day for everything, right? LOL.

Interested in learning more about me or how I can help you? Click below to message me directly or join our private Facebook group. Let’s get to know one another. Let me help you make the European vacation of your dreams a reality.