Our Journey
My husband, Duke and I have been married for 47 years, and have seen all four of our children grow into adults. We have been blessed with seven enjoyable grandchildren. Our family travels have taken us to most of the Caribbean islands, Mexico, Alaska, Canada, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Oman, Israel, Dubai, Australia,Iceland, and many other European countries. In fact, one of our sons has lived in places like Spain, Ireland, Anguilla, Nassau, South Africa and presently in Australia. If we haven’t personally traveled to a destination yet, I’m sure we know of someone who has.
After beginning my career working for a travel agency on a part time basis, my husband and I were part owners in a store front agency for another three years. I saw the need to give more personal care to my clients, so we sold the store front and started a new agency in our home. With over 25 years of experience, we are still going strong.
Over the past few years we have had the opportunity to fulfill a “Bucket List” for a few clients. We have also arranged a dream “around the word” trip for another client. We are proud to be able to give you that personal attention in finding the right location for your next adventure. Will you give us a try the next time you want to travel? We do not charge extra fees, and I’m sure our travel knowledge will be a benefit to you. We look forward to working with you.
Ruth VanDerVeen - Owner
After beginning my career working for a travel agency on a part time basis, my husband and I were part owners in a store front agency for another three years. I saw the need to give more personal care to my clients, so we sold the store front and started a new agency in our home. With over 25 years of experience, we are still going strong.
Over the past few years we have had the opportunity to fulfill a “Bucket List” for a few clients. We have also arranged a dream “around the word” trip for another client. We are proud to be able to give you that personal attention in finding the right location for your next adventure. Will you give us a try the next time you want to travel? We do not charge extra fees, and I’m sure our travel knowledge will be a benefit to you. We look forward to working with you.
Ruth VanDerVeen - Owner
Classic Journeys Team
Ruth VanDerVeen
Agency Owner classicjourneys@comcast.net Office: 219-374-9876 |
Rachel Firlit
Office Manager journeywithrachel@hotmail.com Office: 219-374-9876 |
Kendra VanDerVeen
Travel Consultant - West Michigan classicjourneys@gmail.com Office: 616-566-2727 |
