(28 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Carolyn Sandgren Kempf

Cape Girardeau, MO
You Can't Google Experience

In 1992, I  combined my  love of travel, the arts, and entertainment to opened Elite Travel Inc. I knew there was a niche opportunity to excel my business by implementing a concrete philosophy of top-notch customer service, acts of charity, combin...
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Equestrian Dude Ranch Specialist

Saddle up - Lets Ride
Saddle up - Lets Ride

There is something majestic yet tender about a  horse.  I have loved horses my entire life.  Spending summers in Montana and both of the Dakota's gave me exposure to a deep love of both mountain life and survival on the prairie.  In fact I loved the Dakota's so much I named my first horse Dakota.  We had a great adventure bringing him back from North Dakota to Oregon in the back of my dad's truck in the 60's.  I have had both quarter horses and walking horses most of my adult life.  In addition I have ridden on vacation horses in Jamaica, Hawai, Mexico, Ireland,  Costa Rica to name a few and of course in Amman Jordan (well does a donkey count) I won't mention all the camel rides in  Israel and beyond.   My specialty is dude ranches, so what ever your riding level is I can help you pick the right ranch.  So lets saddle up and ride out to the great beyond.

My Travel Albums

Education credentials & certifications
VTA Certified
Saddle Up Ask about our Dude Ranches
Colorado has incredible horseback riding
Eagle Ridge View Hawk Ranch Montana
This lodge has incredible views
Continuing Education

My Reviews

37 of 57 people found this review helpful
Carolyn and Elite —our travel agency for 19 years
We met Carolyn when searching for a travel agency. We have used her services for many trips over 19 years and plan many more
By  Luv2travel  from  Cape Girardeau Missouri
Traveled to  Scotland ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Carolyn Sandgren Kempf responded:
Wow - Long time - thanks for the 5 stars!

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38 of 60 people found this review helpful
Don't leave home without elite travel!
Simply amazing. Carolyn and her team give the best advice tailored to our preferences and help us each step of the way.
By  Thomas family  from  Cape girardeau mo
Traveled to  New York (La Guardia) ~ New York ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Carolyn Sandgren Kempf responded:
Wow great review- thanks so much - the team and I are so grateful for your kind words and vote of confidence.

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32 of 48 people found this review helpful
Great family trip!
Carolyn and her team are very detailed and make every effort to make sure that your trip is everything you expect it to be and more. They are accessible to help with any question that you would have.
By  Whitey  from  Senath, Missouri
Traveled to  New York City ~ New York ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Carolyn Sandgren Kempf responded:
I do have an incredible team - they make me look great every day. We have worked together for over a decade and so I'm thankful you mentioned them. Much Thanks! Carolyn

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34 of 53 people found this review helpful
Carolyn SAVED us!
Carolyn is very attentive to detail and will work at any hour of the day or night to help you when you need it most! We lost a suitcase resulting in missing a flight on our way back from Europe. Carolyn was up with us at 5 am MO time on the phone helping us resolve the issue!
By  Jacob  from  Cape Girardeau, MO
Traveled to  Amsterdam ~ Netherlands ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Carolyn Sandgren Kempf responded:
Thanks for the kind words - I was happy to do it - This is what sets our team apart from a point and click experience. Thank you

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33 of 51 people found this review helpful
Fun and relaxing!!
Very good experience. Had a great trip
By  IL  from  Steeleville, IL
Traveled to  Lexington ~ Kentucky ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Carolyn Sandgren Kempf responded:
Glad your experience was a good one...and I love the word GREAT!

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Destination Expert:

  • Big Sky
  • Glacier National Park
  • Hawaii Island
  • Kalispell
  • Whitefish

Travel Specialist:

  • Animals & Wildlife
  • Car Travel
  • Dude Ranches
  • National Parks
  • Photography

Certifications/Awards:

  • Top 25 Travel Agent in the Nation
  • ASTA - VTA
  • MPI-Meeting planners International
  • 500 Club - Elite Status
  • Peoples Choice Travel Agency 15 years in a Row

Industry Affiliations:

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