Photo Cred: Sabrina & Richard
We recently returned from the most incredible 10-day trip to Italy – visiting Rome, Florence, and Venice – and we truly could not have done it without Diane and Karen at E Clarke Travel. From the very beginning, Diane and Karen went above and beyond in every possible way. They paid attention to every single detail and made the entire planning process completely seamless and stress-free. Diane was in constant communication with my fiancé, guiding him through everything and helping coordinate what ended up being the most special moment of our lives – our engagement in Rome.
They didn’t just book hotels and transportation – they curated an entire experience. They made restaurant reservations, coordinated directly with our hotel, and even helped arrange a photographer to capture our engagement. Every detail was thoughtfully planned and executed perfectly, allowing us to fully enjoy each moment without worrying about logistics. It’s rare to find someone who genuinely cares this much about their clients, and it truly shows. If you’re planning a trip and want people who are organized, attentive, and truly invested in making your experience amazing, I cannot recommend Diane and Karen at E Clarke Travel enough!

Sabrina & Richard

ITALY

Photo Cred: Marnie & Anthony
We have been using Karen Essafi as our travel agent for nearly 20 years, and she continues to exceed our expectations every time. Most recently, she planned an incredible trip to Italy for us, and everything was seamless from start to finish. Karen partnered with a local travel coordinator in Puglia who was absolutely amazing. She stayed in touch with us throughout the entire trip and was always available to help with anything we needed. From arranging dinner reservations and coordinating tour guides and drivers to helping us troubleshoot a gas station issue via WhatsApp, her level of service was exceptional.
Every tour guide we had was knowledgeable, professional, and enjoyable. Some of the highlights of our trip included cooking with a Nonna, a burrata-making lesson and farm tour with lunch, and a winery tour followed by a private dinner. These experiences gave us a wonderful glimpse into the local culture and way of life, and many of those meals ended up being among the best we had during our entire trip. Karen's attention to detail, expertise, and commitment to her clients are unmatched.

Marnie & Anthony

PUGLIA

I cannot recommend this travel agency highly enough! Karen in particular is extremely knowledgeable about every destination we've considered visiting. When she was unfamiliar with a small outfitter we asked her about, she looked closely at their offering and compared it to other tour companies, pointing out the similarities and differences. You can rely on her for excellent travel advice across the board.
Lori Banks, one of the agents in Closter, is an absolute gem! She patiently answers questions, looks for the best deals available, and follows through on every single detail of the trip. She ensured that every aspect of our travel was carefully planned and thoroughly enjoyable. Then she followed up afterwards for a review of our experience. You won't find anyone better if you need help planning a quick getaway or the trip of a lifetime!

Rhonda

TANZANIA

In a world of online booking sites and even AI tools, nothing replaces the personal attention, expertise, and peace of mind that comes with working with dedicated travel professionals.
We have worked with Lori at E. Clarke Travel for multiple trips over the years, and I can honestly say every single one has been exceptional. I would refer E. Clarke Travel without hesitation. If you want a flawless, memorable travel experience without the stress, they are simply the best.

Jennifer

MEXICO, ITALY, & MORE

Photo Cred: Karen
Diane at E. Clarke Travel was fantastic! She worked closely with me for months and really listened to what kind of trip I was looking for. From hotels she recommended to all our tours, all were top notch. She always answered my texts promptly and always was glad to help out with anything I needed. I would highly recommend Diane for your next trip!

Karen

POSITANO, SORRENTO, & SICILY

Lori Banks was hands down, the best travel advisor I have ever worked with. She went over and above the call of duty, promptly fielding my questions left and right. There were a lot of moving parts to our trip and her help was invaluable. She is professional and friendly and "on it" at all times. She left no stone unturned and helped us with everything including hotels, transfers, tour guides, meals, day trips, etc. offering solid and reliable advice at every turn. We felt 100% confident that we were in good hands and look forward to planning our next trip with her!

Marcie

PORTUGAL & SPAIN

While Karen has expertly and efficiently booked many wonderful trips for me and my family over the years, she recently guided me through a stressful situation and was there for me when I really needed a lifeline. My son had a medical emergency when we were traveling in the Caribbean last week. I reached out to Karen, who swiftly arranged for us to come home early, liaised with the airline and hotel, and provided a voice of reason and reassurance when I needed it most. I was reminded of the value a trusted agent can provide in unforeseeable circumstances. While she and her team always find me the best destinations and deals, knowing that she's there in a pinch is priceless!

Stephanie

CARIBBEAN

I highly recommend E. Clarke Travel for all trips you are planning! This is the second international trip Diane has helped us plan and everything was perfect! We traveled with our large family (10 people) to Zermatt, Switzerland over the holidays and Diane helped us with hotels, transfers, ski passes & guides as well as dinner recommendations & reservations. Due to weather, our flight there was cancelled & Diane was on top of rebooking everything as soon as we found out about our flight. She was able to help us extend our trip, book additional hotel as well as switch ski guides, transfers & dinner reservations. She is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and proficient at what she does! Despite the initial set back of our flight, we had an amazing time & everything from our hotels, transfers, to ski guides & dinner reservations was perfect! Already planning our next trip with Diane & E. Clarke travel!

Chris

ZERMATT, SWITZERLAND

Photo Cred: Caitlin
This is our third time working with Deanna at E Clarke Travel and she continues to blow us away. She always works with you and talks to you until you’ve figured out exactly what kind of trip you’re looking to have and she seamlessly plans extra details that wouldn’t even occur to us to make our trip easier. We just took an 8 day trip to Italy where we somehow saw 6 different cities and it didn’t feel like we were rushed around at all. From booking incredible hotels to tours of the coliseum to private car transfers that toured us around the Amalfi Coast and a private boat to Capri, we couldn’t have asked for a more flawless experience not to mention she planned us another trip of a lifetime. Highly recommend E Clarke Travel in Closter and specifically Deanna!

Caitlin

AMALFI COAST & CAPRI

Photo Cred: Christine
I cannot recommend Diane Scozzafava at E. Clarke Travel enough. She recently coordinated a trip to Tuscany and Rome for a group of 13 of us, and her attentiveness was exceptional. Every piece of the itinerary was tailored beautifully for our family.
What impressed us most was Diane’s responsiveness. We had a last-minute need to arrange a car service for a transfer during the week of the trip while we were already on the ground in Italy. Despite the time difference and the short notice, Diane was completely accessible and resolved this issue seamlessly. Even when a tour provider changed the schedule for part of our group at the last minute, Diane quickly stepped in. She was able to arrange for all of us to be together at a time that was ideal. Knowing you have that level of reliable support while traveling internationally is invaluable. Thank you, Diane and E. Clarke Travel!

Christine

TUSCANY & ROME

I have worked with E Clarke Travel for 25 years and my experiences have been first rate. We have traveled all over the world, and the level of professionalism and knowledge of our destinations is A-plus! I have worked with Lori Banks for the last few years, and I can't compliment Lori's professionalism, detail, and abundant care for every phase of our trip planning enough. I have never had a problem or any difficulty in any of the beautiful places we have traveled to. Lori gets rave reviews, and we have always been thrilled with each trip we have taken. Bravo!

Hilary

LONDON & MORE!

Photo Cred: Lauren
If you want to have a fantastic vacation experience, call Marlene at E. Clarke Travel in Closter, NJ. She planned a trip to France for 3 of us that was awesome. Great hotels, dinners, and wonderful guided tours to see the sights in Paris, Avignon, and Nice.

Last year, she planned a trip to Italy for us, and before that, a vacation in Madrid and Barcelona. Marlene attends to every detail to make sure that your traveling is amazing and memorable!

Lauren

PARIS, AVIGNON & NICE

Wow, what a trip! My wife, daughter, and I just got back from 10 days in Italy (first time there). When planning the trip, I reached out to E. Clarke Travel since we were unsure of where to go, where to stay, and what to see. Diane Scozzafava was incredibly helpful in planning everything (tours and what to see, hotels in great locations, transfers from Rome to Naples to Capri to Amalfi). She even provided lists of recommended restaurants. Everything was well organized and coordinated - we had a blast! She even provided an app with the entire itinerary. I would highly recommend Diane and E. Clarke Travel for your next vacation!!

Ken

ITALY

Photo cred: James!
Diane planned the perfect national park trip that checked every box on our list. She made the planning process easy, and was always responsive and helpful. We appreciated the follow-up after our trip and highly recommend her for anyone looking for a personalized and stress-free travel experience!

James

GRAND CANYON, ARCHES, CAPITAL REEF, CANYONLANDS, BRYCE, & ZION NATIONAL PARKS

We recently returned from the most amazing small group trip to Lake Como and the Langhe Valley, meticulously planned by Marlene of E. Clarke Travel. The nine day itinerary was full of interesting, unique and flavorful experiences, including truffle hunting, pasta making, and wine tasting. The hotels were fabulous, as were the restaurants that we ate at. We visited many little villages and really got a special sense of the region. A surprise highlight was visiting Barbaresco tower where we enjoyed the most breathtaking 360 degree panoramic view of the city at sunset with delicious food and wine! The attention to detail in all aspects of this trip was stellar and I cannot wait to go on the next adventure put together by Marlene.

Laura

LAKE COMO

We just returned from an amazing two week Oceania cruise from Athens, Greece to Turkey, ending in Malta. We worked with Karen Essafi, who is wonderful! She recommended and booked excellent five-star hotels in perfect locations, and took care of all the logistics. We flew to Rome overnight and she booked a hotel at the airport there, which was perfect. She is very knowledgeable, responsive, professional, and a gem. If she's not sure of something, she gets the answer and lets us know quickly. We met Karen in 2019 when we booked our first Oceania cruise and had the same experience with her for our pre and post stays. We put a deposit down for another cruise and will be working with Karen again.

Madelon

GREEK ISLES & AEGEAN CRUISE

Wow, Wow and Wow. Just beautiful planning and guidance for an older couple who’s waited for a lifetime to put themselves first. So seamless any 8th grader could successfully navigate through. Diane S you took this to an entire different level. You’re patience is as beautiful as our vacation was.

Theresa

SPAIN & ITALY

I can't say enough about the level of service and care we received from Marlene at E Clarke Travel. She took the reins every step of the way guiding us to a fabulous land and cruise vacation to Alaska. She advised on every detail, including excellent cabin locations, flight and hotel options. She is organized and followed up on each and every correspondence from the cruise line, leading up to our departure. It was not our first vacation organized by Marlene and it certainly won't be our last. I highly recommend you take advantage of her professionalism and expertise.

Audrey

ALASKA

I walked in off the street, not having ever met or spoken with Diane before. I needed help planning a trip to Iceland for me and my 21-year-old what we hoped to accomplish on the trip, and spent a tremendous amount of time refining the itinerary to achieve everything we set out to do. Diane was attentive in listening to what we hoped to accomplish on the trip and spent a tremendous amount of time refining the itinerary to achieve everything we set out to see. I would highly recommend Diane if you have any travel plans in the future.

Jon

ICELAND

We had a spectacular time in Costa Rica! We loved all of the excursions and both hotels. Every day was filled with adventure and beauty, and everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. We hope to return someday, as there is still so much more to discover. Thank you, Diane, for helping make this such a memorable trip!

Kevin

COSTA RICA

We have used Diane at E. Clarke Travel for our family trip to Italy and our recent trip to Japan. Both trips were excellent! Diane selected the best hotels, tours and excursions for us. She has great ideas and is very flexible. Looking forward to her planning our next trip to France this summer!

Kristie

JAPAN

Having never traveled to this area of Italy before, we felt the itinerary was spot on – a great balance of sightseeing, authentic local experiences and some time for relaxation. We loved walking through all the small towns with our expert guide Fabrissimo leading the way. The hotels were all excellent, comfortable and in good locations. Most especially the Relais Le Marne. This hotel was spectacular and we were so happy to stay for four nights. My husband and I enjoy tasting menus, especially when we travel to foreign countries. The food on the tour was excellent and the tasting menu at Le Marne was a true culinary experience! The cooking class with wine tasting was also fun and delicious.

Dale and Allan

LANGHEY VALLEY, ITALY

Great travel agency to work with. The staff has a great deal of experience in not only planning a trip or destination, but recommending the best shipping lines or airlines. In planning our recent cruise to Bermuda, Lea spent hours planning and following up for upgrades and discounted packages. I would only use Clarke Travel in the future

Mitchell

BERMUDA

Diane Scozzafava is absolutely amazing! She planned a trip for me and my husband with very short notice and it was everything we dreamed of! She took care of everything... hotels, activities, dinner reservations, etc. making it super easy for us. She is always quick to respond with questions and there when you need her. I highly recommend using Diane for your next trip!

Maggie

GRAND TETON & YELLOWSTONE

My husband and I just returned from Spain, and it was a wonderful vacation organized by Diane Scozzafava. We visited Madrid, Barcelona, and Ibiza, and the hotels Diane recommended were simply beautiful with stunning views. Our tapas tour and the restaurants she suggested were fantastic. Moving on to Ibiza gave us time to relax – and that’s exactly what we did. The hotel, set on the sea with three pools, was divine. Diane went above and beyond to find the very best for us – and she did. We look forward to our next trip and will definitely ask her to plan our next vacation.

Rosemarie

MADRID, BARCELONA, & IBIZA

My wife and I have been traveling for years, and we’ve trusted E. Clarke Travel with nearly every trip. We’re not tour people, as we like to plan our own days — but we also don’t want to deal with all the logistics. Karen and her team handle everything, from flights and hotels to guides and dinner reservations, which makes the whole experience effortless. If anything ever comes up while we’re traveling, I know I can reach someone who will fix it quickly. That kind of support is so valuable to have while traveling.

Alan

JAPAN

E Clarke Travel and Karen Essafi are a platinum 5 star agency. When you use a travel agent you have the right to expect more than someone simply booking a reservation or giving you a recommendation. You should expect the travel agent to be there when you need them- a hotel or airline screw up, a health issue and resolving a problem while away. Those above and beyond factors coupled with Karen’s expertise and knowledge, make E Clarke Travel an indispensable part of your travel preparation and plans. Call Karen and you will find out what we have experienced for years.

Richard

SICILY

Marlene has been our travel agent for 20+ years. A few months prior to the COVID pandemic, she helped us plan a Viking Cruise on the Danube and a trip to Colombia. When the pandemic escalated and we had to cancel both, Marlene handled everything with professionalism and care. She carefully reviewed each booking, explained our options, and reached out to every travel partner to manage the cancellations and secure our refunds. In some cases, when refunds were issued incorrectly, she went the extra mile to ensure we received the correct amounts. Her attention to detail and genuine care made a stressful situation so much easier.

Opie

DANUBE RIVER CRUISE & COLOMBIA

We have used E. Clarke Travel for many many years. Often, our trips are a bit detailed & require attention to detail. Currently, we work with Lori Banks who is detail oriented, prompt with communications & has given us wonderful recommendations. A small mishap can ruin the best laid plans & a trip but we have never experienced one & all of our trips have been wonderful. Lori is our current agent but we have worked with others at E. Clarke & received the same superior care & service. I highly recommend E. Clarke without trepidation.

Beverly

CHRISTMAS MARKET RIVER CRUISE ON THE RHINE

Diane was great and did all the hard work for us! Gave us lovely hotels to choose from and explained everything! Diane’s communication with us was frequent and clear. She either called us or emailed and the whole process of booking the vacation was quick and easy. If you’re thinking of going on a vacation and not sure what you’re doing, check out E Clarke travel in closter and chat with Diane! You won’t be sorry. Thanks Diane!

Shannon

PUERTO RICO

E Clarke goes above and beyond to assure that all aspects of your trip will go smoothly and when something unexpected happens, like a cancelled flight in a foreign country at 1AM in the morning... you can call them, not have to wait on hold with airline representatives, and get a quick resolution to get you home. This happened to us, and Karen was able to get my wife and I home when others were still stuck waiting for the airlines to resolve the issue. Thank you so much E Clarke your service is amazing.

David

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

We had the most incredible and unforgettable honeymoon and we owe it all to Marlene! Working full time and planning a wedding allowed for no time to plan a honeymoon but thanks to Marlene I didn’t have to worry about doing any research or planning. We stayed in the most magical hotels in both Greece and Italy and were treated like royalty everywhere. We did a lot of traveling and the advice Marlene provided was extremely helpful. We were also impressed by how seamless the transportation was from each island and city we visited - we didn’t have to worry about anything for the three weeks we were away. To anyone planning a honeymoon I highly recommend using E. Clarke!

Matina

GREECE & ITALY HONEYMOON

Photo Cred: Susan
My husband wanted us to take a well deserved trip minus our college age daughters. I couldn’t remember the last time we were away minus the girls. I spoke to Diane at E. Clarke Travel as she’s been a personal friend of mine for almost 43 years. I knew she’d be great for where to go, what to do and anything else we might need as she herself has been all around the world. I had 3 million % faith in her! She did not disappoint. We went on a Royal Caribbean cruise to Italy, the French Riviera, & Spain.
We hadn’t been on Royal Caribbean since the 90’s and it’s a great feeling to say they are still terrific. What an incredible trip it was! We didn’t want to come home. Diane’s attention to detail, scheduling and finding the best price possible was exceptional. She laid out all our cruise, excursion, hotel (as we stayed in for extra time there) and restaurant choices, too. We stayed in a unique boutique hotel in Rome and an upscale hotel in Barcelona that looked over the Plaça d'Espanya. They were very romantic places. We highly recommend Diane’s expertise and knowledge for all travel outside the US and will tell everyone we know to call her and book a trip of a lifetime.

Susan

ITALY, FRENCH RIVIERA & SPAIN CRUISE

After recently returning from an amazing trip to Italy, our second one using advisor Marlene Finkel, I could not be more excited to let you know how great our vacations were. About 11 years ago, we went to Tuscany and Florence on an amazing adventure. We stayed in castles and an olive grove, ate the best food, and visited all the beautiful towns and cultural experiences this region offered. Recently, we went to the Langhe region of Italy and experienced something completely new. Marlene missed nothing. We even got to cook hazelnut cake and pasta with one of Italy’s celebrity chefs! No details were difficult for her. Marlene is flexible, accommodates everyone’s requests, and customizes everything. She was creative with interesting and comprehensive itineraries. I not only highly recommend anyone travel with her, and E Clarke travel anywhere in the world, but feel you will not get better vacation with anyone else!!

Melissa

ITALY

I needed help in planning a trip to Paris, we were going to the French Open. Karen and Diane couldn't have been more helpful. They found us a hotel in an area we loved. They helped me navigate the Roland-Garros (French Open) website, planned and made contacts for all our tours and restaurants. They always returned calls and acted quickly to our requests. We enjoyed our experience with E. Clarke Travel and had the perfect trip.

Fran

PARIS

We’ve worked with Marlene on nearly four trips now, and each one has been truly unforgettable. Most recently, she helped us plan a Danube River cruise with stays in Budapest & Prague. Thanks to her guidance, we sailed on the beautiful AMAMagna with AMAWaterways and stayed at amazing hotels — Matild Palace in Budapest and the Andaz in Prague. Her thoughtful planning made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. We can’t wait for our next adventure to Southeast Asia. Thank you Marlene!

Dave

EASTERN EUROPE

Lori and the team at E. Clarke Travel are exceptional. They have planned several trips for me and my family -- all of them were amazing. Lori's professionalism, attention to detail, and wonderful suggestions made each and every trip so memorable. She is truly a gem, and I look forward to working with her for more adventures for my family.

Anne

PUGLIA

Lea and Karen have been a wealth of information when planning our family vacations. They are both very professional, prompt with answers, and experienced with curating a memorable trip! Have worked with them for years and plan to continue for future trips. I highly recommend!

Joanna

DUBAI, MALDIVES, & BALI

I recently used E. Clarke to plan a very special trip to Europe. I worked with Deanna and she was AMAZING. Her recommendations were perfection! I also found the pricing at E. Clarke Travel very competitive with the online market. You get way more through them than I could ever get myself from discounted sites like Travelocity, Expedia, etc. I was able to get room upgrades, spa vouchers, breakfast included, etc.

Christine

MOTHER / DAUGHTER EUROPE TRIP

Marlene is a true first-class travel expert. She arranged an exceptional stay for us at Le Blanc in Cabo, ensuring every detail was perfect. This comes as no surprise, as she also planned our trip to Paris last spring, complete with seamless side trips and exclusive VIP tours. Marlene’s expertise and attention to detail are unmatched. We highly recommend her and trust her advice wholeheartedly!

Steve

CABO, MEXICO

We just came back from a MOST WONDERFUL trip to Paris. Working with Diane at E. Clarke Travel could not have been better. She planned our itinerary and patiently revised it as we worked together. Her insights, support, and recommendations were fabulous throughout. I fully recommend E. Clarke and look forward to working with them again.

Janice

PARIS

Marlene from E. Clarke Travel went above and beyond and planned the most amazing trip of a lifetime around the South of France. I can't recommend her enough - she will make the trip the best vacation that you will ever have and is there to help and answer all your questions along the way!!! We were blown away day after day with the attention to detail and didn't want the trip to end.

Sheree

SOUTH OF FRANCE

Deanna organized our trip to Longboat Key and went above and beyond in assuring us that our stay here would go smoothly - she exceeded our expectations with regards to our resort accommodations, as well as our flights etc. No matter how detail-oriented you are, I highly recommend working with Deanna to ensure your trip goes perfectly. She’s communicative and very quick to respond.

Eric

FLORIDA

The E. Clarke Travel team are very knowledgeable and professional. They can plan an entire itinerary, or help as needed with guidance and bookings for hotels, ground transportation, and tours. I like that I can come up with a general idea for a trip, and then they help pull it together for us -- and make the trip better! We start with Karen for her experience and suggestions, and then usually work with others including Diane who are always very helpful.

Steve

SPAIN

Marlene planned an unforgettable honeymoon for us! She helped with everything from choosing the destination to booking hotels, restaurants, and activities in Santorini & the Amalfi Coast. Thanks to her, we were treated to room upgrades and welcome surprises. She was incredibly attentive during the trip, and when we had a flight issue, her advice to get travel insurance saved us. We’re so grateful for her expertise!

Brittany

SANTORINI & AMALFI COAST

Lori Banks was great to work with. She handled all of the flights, ferries, private transfers, hotels, and logistics for our honeymoon - which made everything a breeze. It was so nice to have someone to help to organize everything. Highly recommend!

Julie

GREECE

My family and I just returned from another fantastic vacation in Aruba that we book through Diane Scozzafava at E Clarke Travel. It was another perfect vacation. We've booked numerous trips to Aruba and other destinations through Diane (others) over the years and I've always been more than satisfied. She's always been helpful, friendly, and gracious, and super responsive when we need to change flights or vacation dates. We couldn't be happy with her services and look forward to booking many more vacations through Diane.

Rich

ARUBA

Lori is extremely knowledgeable and detail oriented and she always follows up to make sure things are going smoothly. She is a pleasure to work with and I look forward to working with her and E Clarke on our next adventure!

Barton

CANCUN, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC & MEXICO

Working with Diane from E.Clarke was a pleasure. She prepared the arrangements and took care of all the details! Everything worked out great and the trip to Greece was amazing!

Karen

GREECE

I needed help planning a trip to the Bahamas for my daughter's birthday. She has a food allergy, so I wanted make sure I stayed somewhere that could accommodate us. Diane S. was my amazing agent! Once we settled on a hotel, Diane went above and beyond working with everyone from the concierge to the culinary staff to make sure we would be taken care of. This took a number of follow-ups on Diane's end and she was relentless in her pursuit of making it happen. Upon my arrival, the concierge knew exactly who I was and made sure to show me that our restaurant reservations noted the food allergy. This gave us such peace of mind and allowed us to relax immediately. I can't thank Diane enough for all of her assistance and I would highly recommend E Clarke Travel for your trip.

Kim

BAHAMAS

Wahid was helpful, incredible helpful. He organized my trip to France, and the car rental. He did not hesitate to send me emails with the latest news of the company because of Covid. Wahid speaks French which is a must for me. I am going to use E Clarke for my next trip. No hesitation. Thanks Wahid.

Chantal

FRANCE

My wife and I were interested in traveling to the Dominican Republic, as this destination was highly recommended by some close friends in are neighborhood that recently went. We did have several questions so I thought it would be prudent to utilize a travel agent.
E Clarke Travel had good reviews when I looked them up on Google. They provided me with several cost options and a tremendous amount of very helpful travel info. Let me tell you, I do not respond and write many reviews however these guys were great. We had a fantastic stay and I would highly recommend them to my friends and family.

Rick

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Technology is great, but when it comes to travel the human touch is still essential. I just booked my 50th birthday trip with E Clarke Travel and not only was the experience easy, but it was actually enjoyable. They have the friendliest staff with the most keen attention to detail. E Clarke Travel has many years of experience as well as a proven track record. Now with my most recent and very positive experience here (and my frustration with the long hold times with the airlines), I simply can't imagine ever attempting to book another trip online!

Charlotte

NORWAY

We are picky travelers and Karen really understood our wants and needs. We loved the hotel she recommended to us in Italy. Everything was taken care of for us when we landed and we were thrilled with her services. We highly recommend Karen and will definitely book future trips with her.

Risa

ITALY

Just a quick note to say how much we enjoyed working with Marlene Finkel at E. Clarke. She was awesome giving us recommendations for my wife and my recent trip to France. Three great hotel choices, including helping us get room upgrades best on our ongoing correspondence with the hotel noting that we were valued customers. Marlene also helped orchestrate our travel (flight, train, car), and gave us helpful restaurant recommendations. Overall, she was great. We'll definitely work with her and E. Clarke again.

Andrew

FRANCE

Recently, my husband and I and our 3 adult children planned a trip to Italy. It would have been absolutely impossible without Marlene from E. Clarke travel in Closter. Not only did she organize the flights and train trips, with different family members coming together from different places, she also made extraordinarily wonderful hotel reservations for us. We were right in the center of the action in each city we visited. Additionally, her recommendations for tours, sights, and restaurants were fantastic. Plus, she answered every question with exactly the right answer and made things work in exactly the way we wanted. She took every worry away and it could not have been a better vacation. We've worked with other people in the office as well, and you cannot go wrong there. I highly recommend not planning a trip without E. Clarke travel!

Loren

ITALY

I wanted to use E. Clarke Travel for this trip to Lisbon because I had been so pleased with using them for prior trips. This time did not disappoint from special planning for dinner reservations and private tours to finding the most convenient hotel for our stay.
What amazed me most and confirmed how excellent the agency is was when our flight to Lisbon was cancelled the morning of the flight. After hours on the phone to the various airlines, Karen was able to get us a flight out and change our return flights. Without her hard work and concern to find us another flight we may have had to cancel our trip. I highly recommend E. Clarke for any travel plans you may want to consider.

Carole

PORTUGAL

My husband & I just returned from Italy and we had an amazing time, thanks to the planning of Diane Scozzafava from E Clarke Travel! It was our first time working with Diane & it was a great experience! Diane was friendly, professional, and extremely knowledgeable about the area we were going to as well as excursions we might like. The hotels Diane recommended were fabulous! She helped us with booking our transfers, ferry tickets, excursions & even dinner reservations...All the restaurant recommendations were amazing too! I also love the Travel App they provide that contains your itinerary & all necessary documents, right on your phone.
We have already booked a family trip to Switzerland with Diane for the holidays and I am sure it will be amazing:)

Chris

ITALY

We have worked with E. Clarke travel for years. Karen and her team are superb at suggesting and planning all aspects of our travel- air, accommodations, tours, restaurants, and more. Highly professional, and individualized service is the norm. Highly recommended.

Steven

Marlene Finkel could not have been more attentive to our itinerary. She was in constant contact with me no matter when I reached out. The guides were wonderful as well. I would recommend her and E. Clarke Travel for all your travel plans. We had a trip filled with beautiful memories because of her.

Annete

We travel a lot and at times our trips can be very detailed and complicated. We have used E Clarke Travel for many many years, first in Fort Lee and now in Closter NJ. Currently, Lori Banks is our travel agent and her attention to detail, recommendations and prompt attention is very important to us and Lori has always delivered. I highly recommend E Clarke Travel without trepidation. Lori is our current agent but we have worked with others at the agency and have always received above average care and service. A small mishap can ruin the best laid plans but our many trips arranged by E Clarke have been seamless

Beverly

Diane at E Clarke helped me plan a long overdue trip with my grown daughters and their significant others. She offered great advice and suggestions. Most importantly she took time and listened to what I envisioned. She gave me time to think things over and once decided, she took the reins from there and covered every detail of the trip. Once booked, she made sure everyone's passports were up to date and sent dining suggestions. When flight schedules changed she informed me immediately. She took the stress out of getting everything booked and confirmed. It was definitely comforting to know that everything was booked properly by a professional and if there were any issues once we arrived I had someone who would manage that. We will definitely use Diane again and recommend her to my friends.

Lindsay

I just got back from Iceland. Trip of a lifetime for me. Diane made this trip happen for us by booking great scenic hotels and great activities for us to do. We circled Iceland using the Ring Road. It was breathtaking. I suggest using this agency as service was top notch!!

Shirelle

ICELAND

Karen planned an absolutely flawless trip to Italy for my girlfriend and I in June. Each hotel was gorgeous yet so different from one another. We stayed at an ultra-modern hotel in Milan, a restored 11th century castle in the Tuscan countryside, and a classic hotel in Lake Como.

Our trip was simply effortless - Karen arranged for car transfers to and from each location, made excellent restaurant recommendations in each city, and even got our rooms upgraded in Milan AND Lake Como for no extra charge.

While there, we decided that we'd rather stay in Tuscany for one extra day, instead of driving to Lake Como. Within minutes of emailing Karen she took care of everything.

We're already planning our next trip with E. Clarke!

Brian

ITALY

Lori did a terrific job putting together our vacation. It was our first since January 2020 and we needed it to be perfect. Lori attended to every detail and she did a fabulous job. I would highly recommend her services!

Janet

We wanted to plan a family trip to Greece. There were seven us, five adults and two children under the age of 8. Karen heard our needs, and was able to put together the perfect itinerary! We had several destinations and every step went flawlessly! Thanks to Karen, Vendula, and E. Clarke Travel staff, all we had to do is look at our daily itinerary and go from there! They couldn't have made it any easier! After our trip to Greece, my husband and I continued to Barcelona! Karen's recommended hotel choice was fabulous, and perfectly located! As in Greece, our tours were amazing! We are so grateful to Karen and entire team for making our trip truly unforgettable!

Martha

GREECE

Diane and E Clarke Travel made our trip to Ireland an absolute pleasure and hassle free. They were fantastic and easy to work with. I highly recommend their services.

Danny

We have worked with Karen and Diane at E Clarke Travel for the last few years and they have done an excellent job for us. They provide a lot of ideas and options at different price ranges, are very organized and have been the backbone of planning some big trips for my family around the world. They really took care of all the logistics so we can just enjoy ourselves. And they are a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them!!!

Elliot

Lori and the team at E. Clarke Travel are exceptional. They have planned several trips for me and my family, all of them were amazing. Lori's professionalism, attention to detail, and wonderful suggestions made each and every trip so memorable. She is truly a gem and I look forward to working with her for more adventures for my family.

Anne

We had a wonderful experience using E Clarke travel for our recent vacation to DR. They accommodated every request and were very easy to work with. Highly recommend for your next trip! We would definitely use their services in the future.

Jen

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

My husband and I used E Clarke Travel to book our honeymoon. We happened upon them through the American Express website and gave them a shot since they were close to home and we couldn't be happier. We went through numerous ideas about what we wanted in a trip and Jolie helped us narrow in on the perfect spot. She sent us suggestions that we didn't even notice when looking online at numerous travel websites for resort ideas and had an amazing time on our Mexican honeymoon! She helped us make reservations, find out about excursions and answered every single question and email immediately. We are already in talks with Jolie to book our 6 month anniversary trip!

Lauren

MEXICO

I've known Michele for many years, so I trusted her to help me plan the wedding trip of a lifetime to Italy and a cruise to Greece. She came through BIG TIME. Our trip and cruise were amazing, she got us some fantastic pricing, and then during the trip when there were the inevitable flight delays and short layovers, she was on the phone with us at midnight her time to help make sure we got where we needed to be on time. Thanks Michele. Our amazing Italian wedding was a success, and would not have been without your help! You rock!

E. B.

ITALY & GREECE

Deanna and the entire staff at E Clarke Travel in Closter, NJ are incredible. We found them randomly through the internet, so we weren't sure what to expect. We were instantly treated like family! It was clear that Deanna had our best interest at heart when helping up to plan our dream honeymoon (all within our limited budget). She was honest, caring and VERY patient. She sat with us for HOURS on multiple days and then continued helping us to plan everything, even after we had gone home. She answered all our emails and phone calls almost instantly. Could not have asked for anything more! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! We can't wait for our trip!

Jean

ITALY

Since 2019 and through many trips, Lori has provided us with the friendliest service, a wonderful sense of humor, the most detailed advice, and consistently problem-free travel arrangements. Her knowledge, attention to detail, and willingness to help have made every journey smooth and enjoyable. As an 89-year-old senior, knowing that everything is carefully planned and looked after gives me the confidence to travel more frequently. Without question, Lori is the travel advisor I trust and would choose for all of my future travels.

Ting

EUROPE, ASIA, & UNITED STATES

If you’re looking for a fantastic vacation experience, use E. Clarke Travel. My husband and I just returned from a trip to the French and Italian Riviera with our three daughters and their families—8 adults and 4 little children. The trip involved months of planning, and E. Clarke Travel was by my side the entire time. Hundreds of emails later, they handled every suggestion and change with incredible patience and kindness. They knew exactly what was needed to make the trip relaxing, adventurous, and fun for everyone in our group. They recommended restaurants and made dinner reservations for 12 every night, and when I asked for changes they rebooked without hesitation. We asked them to arrange a private boat for the day with a fun captain and food and drinks on board—everything was perfect. The boat day was one of the highlights of our trip, and all 12 of us agree. I can’t say enough wonderful things about E. Clarke Travel. Special thanks to Karen and Donna—Donna was incredible and instrumental in planning this very memorable family vacation. Highly recommended!

Sue

FRENCH & ITALIAN RIVIERA

Love this travel agency. My family uses the Closter location. My parents have used them to book vacations to Belize, Costa Rica, Brazil and a cruise around Cape Horn (mostly with Karen). My husband and I used Karen to book cruises to Alaska and the Panama Canal, and to book a trip to Peru/Machu Picchu and the rainforest. The cruises were great, but they really excel with the vacations! We never had to worry about anything and felt totally taken care of. Someone met us at each arrival and departure, we had guides to drive us around and transport us and the hotels and food were all top-notch! They work with your desires and your budget. It was the most luxurious way to visit Peru and saved us from all the planning! I would not hesitate to use them for future vacations!

Faudia

ITALY

Lori Banks has been immensely helpful to us in the course of planning our trip to Alaska. She was attentive to our particular requests, and despite not having personally experienced a particular cruise line, she was able to refer us to Uncruise based on the experience of other clients which matched our interests and also based on research she undertook. This cruise ended up being a marvelous experience. She responded immediately to any requests made to her and did so with care and attention. We would most definitely turn to her again for help with future travel.

Louise

ALASKA

We have been using E. Clarke Travel for our travel services for more than ten years and could not be happier with our experiences. Marlene has been great at finding fabulous hotels in Italy, France, Ireland and England. She has contacts with transportation companies and tour guides that add to the ease and enjoyment of these trips. I highly recommend E. Clarke Travel.

Neil

ITALY, FRANCE, & IRELAND

We wanted to thank Lea for all of her time helping us with a great vacation to Europe. She recommended one of the hotels in Sorrento that was a Gem! From beginning to end it was a pleasure.

Larry

SORRENTO

A friend of mine suggested Marlene and I haven't stopped thanking her. Not only did she save us a considerable money on the cost of the cruise, her resources and recommendations abroad were just perfect. She knew exactly how we wanted and needed to travel. Even while we were on our trip, she was accessible when I needed her and responded to my messages immediately. I can't thank her enough for a wonderful vacation and can't wait to book our next adventure.

Phyllis

AMALFI COAST

Lori Banks has handled our last two overseas river cruises and is now finalizing plans for our third cruise. She never fails to amaze my wife and me with the complete attention to detail in every aspect of the planning. She always goes the extra mile to ensure that any question or issue we present to her gets answered promptly. There are so many things to consider when traveling these days; Lori takes the hassle out of planning.

Edward

RIVER CRUISES