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Exotic tropical island vacations, luxury and adventure cruises, romantic getaways, honeymoon packages, safaris, and tours. You need a vacation and we're here to help you find the perfect trip.

Welcome to Mark Twain Travel!

 

 

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It is hoped that this website will offer a brief introduction to Mark Twain Travel.  Whether you are a new traveler or an oft returning one, we welcome you.  Please explore these pages to learn more about us.  If you don't see exactly what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us by clicking on the "contact us" page, or by clicking any one of the "I want more information" links on our pages.  We are here to help.  We are also here to support our "computer savvy" visitors.  If you find something on the internet that you like we can generally book it for you.  Why would you want to do that?  Because if we book your findings for you then we will be there to assist you if there are any issues.  Mark Twain Travel is known for its customer service; you are our customer...it is our pleasure to aid in whatever way we can.

 


 

Mark Twain Travel has  been a full service travel agency for over 50 years. Our trained travel consultants  have a passion for travel, and have personally traveled all over the world.  As such, staff does not "speak" to you from brochures.  Instead, and in most instances, our consultants can speak from personal experiences as staff have visited over 100 countries internationally and have utilized most of the major cruise lines, tour companies, and resorts.  

 

Mark Twain Travel underwent a rigorous accreditation process to become an approved agency by  IATA ( International Airlines Travel Agent Network ), CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), and ARC (Airline Reporting Corporation).

 

Unlike most travel agencies, Mark Twain Travel staff does not get paid by commission.  All  staff is on salary.  Thus, staff spends your money like it was their own.  We are not here to up sell you or to talk you into purchasing something that is not right for you.  We are here to get you the very best value for your dollar.  Additionally, unlike many on line sites or 800 services, we are not attached to any particular supplier.  We have access to all of them and can thus shop them all to find the best deal for you. We do not work for anyone but you!

 

You have nothing to lose and everything to gain from letting our expertise and experience guide you in your travel needs.  Any member of Mark Twain Travel staff will be more than happy to help you.  And, as Mark Twain Travel staff works as a team, we pool our combined knowledge to get you the best information possible.



"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do.  So throw off the bowlines.  Sail away from the safe harbor.  Catch the trade winds in your sails.  Explore.  Dream.  Discover."

---Mark Twain


 

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  • Best of Italy

    From $4,399.00 (USD)

    Be whisked away into the beauty and history of Italy when you journey to Venice, Florence, and Rome. Journey to the wine-producing Romagna countryside for a relaxing 3-night stay in the Republic of San Marino, an enclave state of Italy.

  • GLOBUS 2024: Independent Costa Rica Wonders with Guanacaste (ILA3)

    From $1,779.00 (USD)

    Livin' la Pura Vida! This philosophy of the pure life in Costa Rica is also a common greeting you'll hear on your Independence by Globus tour.

  • GLOBUS 2025: Bonnie Scotland with London (GGE)

    From $3,399.00 (USD)

    Rolling hills and rugged coastlines, mythical creatures, and elusive monsters, quiet fairways, and boisterous bagpipes, this tour of Scotland is a study in stark contrasts among the most beautiful of classrooms.

  • GLOBUS 2025: Israel Escape (KQCX)

    From $2,059.00 (USD)

    Begin your Israel Escape in Tel Aviv and enjoy a welcome dinner together with your Tour Director and traveling companions. In Jaffa walk around the beautifully restored port-starting point for medieval pilgrimages to Jerusalem.

  • GLOBUS 2025: European Escape with London (KEGX)

    From $2,649.00 (USD)

    Escape to Europe's most popular destinations with a guided European vacation during the low season and bypass the tourist crowds and the high-season prices!

  • GLOBUS 2024: Grand Hawaii Vacation (EK)

    From $5,199.00 (USD)

    Every day is Hawaiian shirt day on this ultimate vacation to Hawaii and its lush, tropical islands. How else would you dress for palm-lined beaches, breezy scenic cruises, and traditional luaus with haupia and hula?

  • Contrasts of Switzerland

    From $4,695.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: Cruise or RailBrochure Type: TT & BV Europe Summer 2024 v1All aboard the world's first-ever 'Swisstainable' tour. Experience the local culture and delight in regional produce as you support the ecology and economy of Switzerland.

  • South Africa: An Elegant Adventure

    From $11,990.00 (USD)

    From exploring private game reserves with outstanding wildlife viewing to wine tasting, a private game reserve to a historic colonial hotel, amazing waterfalls and cosmopolitan chic...

  • 9 Day Perillo's Ultimate Hawaii 2024

    From $6,150.00 (USD)

    Hawaii is stunning from a camping tent... imagine from 2 of the top hotels in the world?

  • Egypt: Jewels of the Nile

    From $8,890.00 (USD)

    Cruise the Nile in search of ancient Egyptian temples and antiquities on a 10-day journey that includes 4 nights aboard a luxury riverboat, and shore excursions in Aswan, Luxor, and Old Cairo.

  • Wildlife Odyssey: South Africa, Botswana & Zimbabwe

    From $13,990.00 (USD)

    Our 12-day safari journey takes you inside national parks and private game reserves in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana for unrivaled big game viewing… plus excursions to South African vineyards and wine estates, and the cutting edge of ar...

  • WILDLIFE WONDERS OF KENYA 2024

  • Ireland Forever

    From $5,890.00 (USD)

    Irresistibly Irish and endless Emerald Isle fun, this family vacation takes your family from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher...

  • A Week In... Puglia

    From $5,490.00 (USD)

    Smaller groups, averaging 24 Tauck guests, explore one of Italy's most fascinating regions, from ancient cave dwellings to Baroque architecture, cosmopolitan resort towns and unique villages, full of remarkable and unexpected sights and flavors...

  • Heart of Europe® Grand Tour

    From $5,790.00 (USD)

    Save $400 Per Couple on 2024 Tours if booked by March 29, 2024.

  • Desert Oasis: Zion, Death Valley & Palm Springs

    From $5,990.00 (USD)

    Deserts are where Nature paints its big-canvas art, its most astonishing and colorful landscapes and wildest sculptures, flaming sunsets and deepest, starriest night skies...

  • Douro Discovery: A Family River Cruise in Portugal plus Madrid

    From $6,490.00 (USD)

    Join us in 2024 for a 7-night riverboat adventure designed for enriching family travel, celebrating the Age of Discovery during two nights in Madrid, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Porto, and seven nights aboard our brand-new riverboat purpose-bui...


  • GLOBUS 2025: The Best of Spain (ZV)

    From $2,789.00 (USD)

    Although you might be enthralled with the idea of the Spanish siesta-the customary post-lunch nap to escape the midday heat-you'll want to think twice about catching any afternoon Zzzs on this dreamy introductory tour of Spain.

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