Frequently Asked Questions
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Gluten-free Vacations is a travel agency that specializes in travel to the Caribbean, Mexico, Disney World, Europe, and cruises for those with celiac disease or a gluten-sensitivity.
Gluten-free Vacations was started in 2021 to help other gluten-free travelers plan stress-free vacations. When you work with us, you’ll get a custom proposal, travel tips, excursion recommendations, and more.
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When you work with Gluten-free Vacations, you’ll get the following:
Vacation Proposal: Personalized proposal of 3-5 resorts or cruises to choose from based on your request
Booking Management: I’ll manage your resort or cruise booking, payment reminders, and I will notify the staff of your dietary needs prior to your arrival
Details: Airfare, transportation, travel insurance, and excursion recommendations & booking
My Travel Tips: You’ll get my tips specific to your destination and resort or cruise
Gluten-free Guide: You’ll receive a copy of my gluten-free travel guide
Custom Itinerary: You’ll get a custom digital vacation itinerary with the option to view your trip details online or in an app.
Document Package: A custom vacation package mailed to you with your itinerary, booking confirmations, gluten-free translation cards (if needed), vacation packing list, and more!
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To begin planning your vacation, we charge a one-time Planning Fee, which covers the time spent researching destinations and crafting your customized proposal.
You’ll receive outstanding service, gluten-aware recommendations, and peace of mind knowing everything is tailored to your needs.
Step 1: Tell Us About Your Dream Vacation
After submitting your planning fee, you’ll choose to either complete a quick trip survey or schedule a consultation call. We’ll learn about your travel dates, destination interests, preferred activities, and of course, your dietary needs.Step 2: Receive a Custom Proposal
You’ll get a detailed proposal with 3–5 options (resorts, hotels, or cruises) that fit your vision and needs.Step 3: Reserve Your Vacation
We’ll book your hotel, resort, or cruise and can also assist with travel insurance, transportation, excursions, and airfare. Your main accommodations must be booked through us, but other components are flexible.Step 4: Pre-Trip Details & Support
About a month before departure, you’ll receive a custom vacation package in the mail. This includes your itinerary, booking confirmations, a packing list, dietary translation cards (if needed), and tips for a smooth trip. We'll also alert your hotel, resort, or cruise line about your dietary restrictions.Step 5: Bon Voyage!
Time to enjoy paradise! You’ll have our contact info in case any issues come up while you're away—we’ve got your back. -
I recommend a minimum of 6 months to plan your vacation. If you plan to travel during a major holiday, spring break, or are traveling with children, I recommend 9-12 months in advance.
Giving yourself more time will give you more resort and room options. Many of the family-friendly resorts I work with sell out months in advance.
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We charge a planning fee because of the time, care, and expertise that go into crafting each trip we design. We don’t just book travel—we take the time to get to know your preferences, research the best options, and handle all the logistics to create a smooth, personalized experience.
This fee allows us to provide honest, unbiased recommendations and focus on what’s truly best for you, rather than relying solely on commission. It also ensures that you have dedicated support before, during, and after your trip, so you can travel with confidence and peace of mind.
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Our hotel, resort, and cruise rates are the same—or better—than booking directly. But with us, you get expert guidance and personal service.
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Your resort and cruise reservation must be booked through Gluten-free Vacations so that we can provide assistance and manage your trip.
We also provide options for airfare, travel insurance, transportation, and excursions, however, you can book these components on your own if you choose too.
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We assist gluten-free travelers that are located in the United States and that plan to travel to the Caribbean, Mexico, Disney World, Europe, or on cruises.
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Gluten-free Vacations is located in Maryland, USA. All client communication is done via email and phone.
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Yes! Gluten-free Vacations is a registered LLC in the state of Maryland and is fully insured. Gluten-free Vacations is also affiliated with Shoreline Destinations, which is a boutique travel agency specializing in destination weddings, family vacations, and couples getaways.
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To get started, click HERE for more information on our process and how to get started.
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Contact us at info@glutenfreevacations.com.
Let’s plan your dream vacation!
Founder & Travel Advisor
Gluten-free Vacations
Contact Info:
info@glutenfreevacations.com
443-609-7171
Based in Maryland, USA.