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Our Story · Since 1991

Travel that's warmly remembered

For more than thirty years we've turned travel dreams into journeys our clients still talk about.

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Est. 1991 La Jolla, California
Our Story

Founded on a love of the world

International travel is the heart of Adventure Vacations, with a special love for European vacations and South Pacific destinations. From the cafés of Paris to the lagoons of Tahiti, we plan journeys built on high-spirited fun, personal attention and genuine value.

"In today's demanding, high-pressured world, moments of simple pleasure are an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Providing those moments is our business."

Founded in 1991 in La Jolla, California, the agency is led by travel expert Mark Anderson — and proudly named a Reader's Choice winner for Best Travel Agency in La Jolla. Whether you're celebrating a honeymoon, gathering a group or dreaming up something entirely your own, we treat every detail as if the trip were our own.

  • European & South Pacific specialists
  • Award-winning personal service
  • Honeymoons, groups & custom itineraries

Every great adventure begins with that first step.

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Adventure Vacations · La Jolla, CA · Reg. # 2055490-40

Why Travelers Choose Us

The difference of a real travel advisor

Booking online is easy — but a great trip is personal. Here's what you get when you travel with Adventure Vacations.

30+ years of trust

An independent agency serving La Jolla since 1991 — and a Reader's Choice "Best Travel Agency" winner.

True specialists

Deep, first-hand expertise in European vacations and South Pacific escapes — not a generic booking site.

Made just for you

Honeymoons, group travel and one-of-a-kind itineraries shaped around your style and budget.

Real personal support

A genuine human to call before, during and after your trip — high-spirited fun included.

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Postcards from our travelers

A few favorite moments from the journeys we've helped plan — from European capitals to South Pacific lagoons. Tap any photo to take a closer look.

Ready When You Are

Let's write your next postcard

Tell us where you've always wanted to go. We'll handle the details and make it warmly remembered.