Meet Our Travel Specialists Many travelers like to plan their own ordinary trips: domestic flights, routine car rentals or one-size-fits-all getaways. But for specialized, luxury or adventure travel you need an experienced, knowledgeable travel consultant. In addition to their many years of experience, the staff at Stellar Travel receives on-going professional training and educational opportunities through our Virtuoso affiliation. The travel consultants at Stellar Travel are accomplished travel specialists with worldwide planning and destination expertise. We have traveled, inspected and personally experienced top cruise lines, hotels, resorts, spas, golf courses and activities. And, as Virtuoso-accredited experts, we tap exclusive resources and agreements that translate into real benefits for our customers. Our vacation consultants and their specialties:     Leslie Beeh A 10-year travel consultant veteran, Leslie brings extensive experience and enthusiasm to her work. Leslie has coordinated successful travel worldwide, including luxury cruises, independent tours throughout Europe, family travel, honeymoons, weddings and vacations to the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Leslie and her husband Bill live in Trilogy at Redmond Ridge. Email: leslie@stellartravel.com     Denise Larson A travel industry veteran, Denise says that "travel is not just my job, it’s my passion. I enjoy encouraging my clients to try new and unique destinations". Denise has experienced many destinations first hand including China, Tahiti, Mexico, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Disney Resorts and cruises. She has completed extensive Spain travel and training to receive Virtuoso Spain Specialist designation. Email: denise@stellartravel.com     Rita Goldman, CTC Rita received her "Certified Travel Counselor" designation (often referred to as a "Master’s Degree" in the travel industry) midway through her 35-year travel career. She specializes in worldwide independent itineraries and enjoys "helping clients celebrate all the special times in their lives". Rita also specializes in all cruise lines, Europe, Mexico, and Hawaii. Email: rita@stellartravel.com     Sheryl Graddon A cruise expert extraordinaire, Sheryl’s clients are always delighted to discover her depth of cruise ship knowledge. She has personally cruised 71 times during her 18-year travel career. In addition to her planning experience with Hawaii, Mexico and Disney destinations, Sheryl works with incentive group clients for their worldwide events. Email: sheryl@stellartravel.com     Karen Yeakel, MCC, Luxury Travel Specialist Accredited as a "Master Cruise Counselor" , Karen knows just the right luxury ship for her discriminating clients. Karen is an expert on travel to Italy, France and China, having coordinated various international vacations and group events. After completing the "Spa Finder Spa Specialist Course" in 2006, she is certified in spa and wellness travel planning. From tee times in Hawaii to renting the ideal villa in Tuscany, Karen enjoys arranging the perfect fit. Email: karen@stellartravel.com     Susan Bluhm As an avid golfer Susan enjoys helping her clients choose the world’s finest fairways on golf vacations and cruises. Her destination expertise includes luxury cruises, Europe, Egypt, China and all the Hawaiian Islands. Susan has been in the travel industry for 30 years and co-owner of Stellar Travel since 1992. Email: susan@stellartravel.com     Ric Rodman Ric studied travel and tourism early in his distinguished travel career with extensive world travel for both business and pleasure. Ric’s many years in the travel business include sales, marketing and executive positions. Ric works exclusively with senior community group travel. Email: ric@stellartravel.com