Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Travel Agency in Long Beach, CA
First Ticket Travel has been dedicated to delivering exceptional travel experiences since 1984. Our team of seasoned travel consultants brings over two decades of industry expertise and firsthand global knowledge to every client interaction. As an employee-owned business, we prioritize personalized service, ensuring each journey is meticulously crafted to meet individual preferences. Our consultants' extensive travel backgrounds across all seven continents enable us to offer informed recommendations for destinations worldwide. Continuous professional development keeps our team at the forefront of travel trends and logistical solutions.We specialize in creating stress-free vacations that transform into lifelong memories through customized planning and attention to detail. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and service excellence ensures clients receive expert guidance from initial consultation through trip completion. This dedication has established us as a trusted partner in travel planning for discerning clients seeking both luxury and adventure.
Services
Vacation Packages
Safaris
Honeymoons
Custom Travel
Cruises
Business Travel
Guided Tours
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Travel consultants with minimum 20 years industry experience
- Employee-owned business ensuring personalized accountability
- Continuous professional training for travel experts
- Firsthand travel knowledge across all seven continents
- Customized itinerary planning for unique travel needs
Services
Vacation Packages
Our customized vacation packages combine premium accommodations, transportation, and curated experiences for seamless travel planning. With expertise in exotic destinations and luxury resorts, we create tailored itineraries that match individual preferences. Clients benefit from our industry connections and firsthand destination knowledge to ensure memorable trips.
Safaris
Specialized safari planning includes premier African game reserves and exotic wildlife destinations. We arrange expert-guided expeditions with luxury lodgings and optimal wildlife viewing opportunities. Our consultants' personal safari experience ensures authentic recommendations for unforgettable nature adventures.
Honeymoons
Luxury honeymoon planning features secluded beach resorts, private villas, and romantic destination experiences. We coordinate intimate details like candlelit dinners and couples' spa packages. Our consultants' destination expertise creates personalized romantic getaways tailored to each couple's preferences.
Cruises
From luxury liners to expedition cruises, we offer comprehensive cruise planning services. Our consultants match clients with optimal cruise lines, ship accommodations, and shore excursions. We handle complex logistics for Caribbean, Mediterranean, and global itineraries, including adventure cruises to remote destinations.
Custom Travel
Fully customized travel planning addresses unique client requirements for business or leisure. We coordinate specialized itineraries including multi-destination trips, cultural immersions, and accessibility needs. Our consultants leverage global supplier networks to create one-of-a-kind travel experiences beyond standard offerings.
People
Fatima Reep
Owner and President
With 45+ years in travel, Fatima specializes in luxury travel and exotic destinations. She has visited all seven continents and personally inspects key properties to ensure quality standards. Her expertise includes African safaris and South American adventures.
Ghousia Hashim
Manager
Ghousia combines financial expertise with travel planning skills, managing agency operations since 1990. She specializes in European destinations and complex airfare routing. Her dual expertise ensures both exceptional travel experiences and financial accountability.
Shahana Larson
Travel Assistant
Shahana brings technological innovation to travel planning, creating digital itineraries accessible via smartphone. With Antarctic expedition experience and European destination expertise, she bridges traditional travel knowledge with modern digital solutions.
Questions
What travel destinations do you specialize in?
We specialize in global destinations across all seven continents, with particular expertise in African safaris, European cultural tours, and exotic island vacations.
How do you personalize travel experiences?
Our consultants use firsthand destination knowledge and 20+ years industry experience to create customized itineraries matching individual preferences and travel goals.
Do you offer luxury travel options?
Yes, we provide access to premium accommodations, private tours, and exclusive experiences through our global supplier network and industry connections.
How can you help with complex travel arrangements?
Our team handles multi-destination trips, special access requirements, and unique travel needs using customized planning tools and extensive logistical expertise.
What makes your agency different from online booking sites?
We offer personalized service from seasoned professionals with firsthand destination experience, providing value beyond automated platforms through expert guidance and problem-solving.
Do you provide travel documentation assistance?
Yes, we offer guidance for passport requirements, visa processes, and health documentation through curated resources and personalized consultation.
