Travel agents and deals

Disney Packages and News

cruise travel agent near me

Travel Packages & Deals

Travel Agents Near Me

ASTA Accredited Agency
American Airlines Travel Agents
Disney Authorized Travel Agents
Universal Certified Travel Agents
Sandals Certified Travel Agents
Disney EarMarked Agency
ALGV Travel Agents
WeddingWire Agency
Aulani Travel Agents
IATAN Accredited Agency
TheKnot Agency
College of Disney Knowledge Travel Agents
Travel Leaders

Andorra Disney Travel Agents Near Me

We recognize that Disney vacations are not just an investment, but often the highlights of our lives, and we take that responsibility seriously. We want to ensure you have the best vacation experience. Interested in a job in travel? Click here to learn: How to Become a Disney Travel Agent

Jump to section: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

See our Disney travel agents near me.

Overview

Introduction

Andorra, a tiny principality nestled in scenic Pyrenees valleys on the border between France and Spain, was once a backwater of mule-raising and tobacco-smuggling. It has transformed itself into a tax-free playground of spas, ski resorts and shopping malls and has one of the highest living standards in the world.

It also offers "offshore" banking facilities for international finance, and that success is evidenced by the congested roads, plus the buzzing jackhammers and whirring cranes busy building new attractions and facilities in Andorra la Vella, the capital.

For travelers, Andorra offers hiking and village festivals in summer, skiing in winter, and dramatic mountain scenery, spas and duty-free shopping year-round, all tucked into one of the smallest countries in Europe.

Geography

Andorra is divided into seven parishes—known in Catalan as parroquias or comuns. The countryside is characterized by high mountains and deep valleys. A significant portion of the small country is actually part of the Andorra Resorts group which operates seven massive ski resorts.

At only 19 mi/30 km east to west and 16 mi/25 km north to south it is one of the smallest countries in the world.

History

Andorra traces its legendary origins back to Charlemagne, when the emperor supposedly founded the small state and granted it special status as a reward for helping his army in the fight against the Al-Andalus (Muslim Iberia). There's no proof to support the Charlemagne legend, but ninth-century church records show the territory belonging to the Spanish bishop of Seu d'Urgell. Through a series of complicated transactions and inheritances, the French royalty developed a claim on Andorra. After much squabbling, a compromise was reached in 1278: For the next 800 years, Andorra was ruled by the head of France and Spain's bishop of Seu d'Urgell in a curious binational arrangement, known as the Pareage. Although day-to-day affairs were overseen by an association of elected citizens, the country paid a yearly tribute to one of the "princes," who jointly "owned" the country. Befitting its medieval roots, the tribute consisted of 28 cheeses, seven hams, 14 capons and about US$90. The annual tribute, called the questia, was paid alternately to the bishop and to France.

During the 20th century, Andorra—although officially neutral—served as a popular smuggling route for goods from France to Spain during the Spanish Civil War and later from Spain to German-occupied France along with Jewish people out of German-occupied France in World War II. After the wars it developed into a duty-free haven and a tourist center for skiing.

In 1993, Andorra created a new constitution—its first—and became truly independent. The questia was eliminated, and Andorra took a seat at the U.N. and sent diplomatic representatives to other European countries. Andorra operates under the Euro and has its own coins similar to other EU Nations.

Under its current government, the president of France and the Spanish bishop are joint heads of state in what is described as a "parliamentary co-principality." Though they are not involved in the day-to-day running of the country, they do retain veto power for Andorran legislation and must approve all new laws.

Snapshot

Andorra's chief attractions are tax-free shopping, trekking, skiing, mountain cycling, fishing and scenery. The country appeals to three types of people: those who seek tax-free shopping; those who love outdoor activities (fishing, camping, hiking, skiing); and those who are in the neighborhood and want to say they've been there. If you just want outdoor activities, you'll find the rest of the Pyrenees to be a bit more tranquil, although Andorra does have some excellently marked trails for hikers of all levels.

Potpourri

It's estimated that there's a Romanesque church for every 3 sq mi/8 sq km in the country. The church of Santa Coloma in Andorra la Vella is a standout for its round tower—nearly all Romanesque churches have square belltowers.

Andorra la Vella claims it is Europe's highest capital.

The country's population is more than 70,000, but only about 35% of the people are Andorran citizens. The rest are mostly Spanish, Portuguese and French citizens. Added to that are more than 10 million visitors a year. Many workers in the service industries are immigrants from South America.

Andorra has 59 lakes and 53 peaks, including 43 more than 8,250 ft/2,500 m high. The highest is Pedrosa at 9,700 ft/2,945 m.

July and August are fiesta time in Andorra. Each comu has its own celebrations, with dozens of events. You'll see giants parading the streets—10-ft-/3-m-high figures made of papier-mache representing historical or mythical figures.

Caldea, the thermal spa complex in Escaldes, is one of the largest in Europe (and still growing); it proffers dozens of whirlpools, saunas, bubble beds and interesting things such as Turkish baths and Japanese grapefruit pools.

Catalan, the language of the transnational region covering Andorra, the Balearic Islands, northeastern Spain and southwestern France, sounds—not surprisingly—like a mixture of Spanish and French. A few words in Catalan will win you many friends in Andorra: Hello is hola (similar to Castilian, but with a more open "o" sound); goodbye is adeu (pronounced ah-DAY-oo); please is siusplau (SEESS-plow); very good is molt be (moll-BAY); and thank you is graciees (gra-SEA-ez).

Near Andorra is another geographical oddity: Llivia, a Spanish town entirely surrounded by France.

Overview

Introduction

Andorra la Vella, the capital of Andorra, is filled with tourists from France and Spain who go to shop for goods from Asia and the rest of Europe. The huge mountains in the background can make even the most boutique-packed street seem picturesque.

The Dali Clock Square in the city center features a large melting-clock sculpture from Salvador Dali. The city, which is about 1 mi/2 km west of Escaldes-Engordany, also has some architectural attractions along the narrow cobblestoned alleys of its old quarter, among them the church of Sant Esteve, the Chapel of St. Andreu and the unassuming Casa de la Valls, seat of the Andorran Parliament from the 13th century.

At night, a few discos stay open until the wee hours, but it is generally pretty sleepy in the evenings, especially out of season.


Vincent Vacations - Authorized Andorra Vacation Planner
Questions? Call us at
1 (888) 976-0061

No-Obligation Andorra Vacation Quote Request Form

Free Vacation Package Quote


For Groups of 10 or more rooms, or 8 or more Cabins, please use of Group Form
Click Here for our Group Department


Popular Locations & Brands - Experiences All Over The World!

Click on a location below to learn more. We recognize that vacations are not just an investment, but often the highlights of our lives, and we take that responsibility seriously. We want to ensure you have the best experience.

Business
Become A Travel Agent

Have you got what it takes to become a travel agent?

  • Do you have a huge love of everything travel?
  • Do you have a huge passion for helping people answer questions, like friends and families, who are booking their trips?
  • Maybe you love to talk about travel, even if it's not your own trip, or maybe you obsess over every single detail for your upcoming trip!
  • Have you been booking your own vacations for a long time?

All of these are signs that you are a great fit to become an independent travel agent, and turn your love of travel from passion into profit!

Learn More

Latest Blogs - Our Agents, All Over The World!

Our motto at Vincent Vacations is, we go so you know! We want to ensure you have the BEST experience, whether it's a river cruise, or a corporate group incentive trip, we want to ensure your vacation is a success.

Our services

Many of our travel agents have been in travel since 2002! With Vincent Vacations, all travel components are taken care of - this includes accommodations, air, transfers, tours, activities, insurance, contracts, EVERYTHING.

Romance Travel

Destination weddings, Anniversaries, vow renewals, honeymoons, engagements, elopements, retie the knot, babymoons, proposal trips and more

Group Travel

Corporate group retreats and incentive trips, seniors-only river cruises, friends & family getaways, special group anniversary celebrations and more

Family

All-inclusive resorts, Hawaii, cruises, Europe, African Safaris, exotic Fiji and the islands, there are so many travel options for families

Disney

Adventures by Disney, Disney Cruise Lines, Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Resorts, Aulani, Universal, MyDisneyExperience, Disney Genie, characters dining, and more

Europe

We know Europe! Paris, London, Rome, Florence, Barcelona, Swiss Alps, Prague, Amsterdam, Venice, Athens, Vienna, Madrid, let's go!

Cruises

Ocean cruising, river cruising, yacht charters, expeditions, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Viking, Lindblad, there are so many options when it comes to cruising

And SO Much More!

We create custom travel itineraries and trips, and we know travel - Whether it's Universal, river cruises, safaris, yacht charters, Australia, Thailand and more!

Get A Free Quote

Our Great Team is Ready to Make Your Vacation a Success

We serve customers all across the USA
Debt free and in business since 2013. Vincent Vacations has agents in Dallas, Kansas City, Houston, Shreveport, Little Rock, Roswell, Oklahoma City and more locations.

Get your FREE Why Use A Travel Agent Guide Our FREE Guide
Get your FREE Why Use A Travel Agent Guide
Download Now

Travel agents can help save time and stress by doing the research and handling all your bookings for you. An experience travel agent is best at finding great deals and packages, as well as providing you with helpful information and tips. They can also help you plan special activities and experiences that you may not have thought of on your own. All in all, using a travel agent can be a great way to make sure you get the most out of your trip.

View our latest DEALS on our Facebook

About Us

In travel since 2002, and in business since 2013, our travel team serves clients all over the US! Planning a vacation away from home takes a great team. We have taken the time to build a team of dedicated, smart, hard-working personnel who are each committed to excellence and service. We work side-by-side, creating and ensuring INCREDIBLE vacation experiences for you and your group. Our store front in-office team, and our travel consultant independent contractors, work all around the US.

travel agent near me
travel agent near me

Start Your Next Trip With Vincent Vacations Today!

In business since 2013, we are your #1 source for travel!

Free Vacation Package Quote