Ames’ Trusted Travel Advisors — Leisure Trips Made Simple

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Planning a trip should feel exciting—not overwhelming.

If you’re tired of juggling travel sites or unsure what’s actually worth booking, we’re here to help.

At Allied Travel, we make vacation planning easy for Ames-area travelers.

Here’s what we take care of:

  • Custom trip ideas built around your budget and style

  • Flights, hotels, and logistics handled for you

  • Honest, experience-based advice from Iowa travel experts

  • Personal support from planning through your return

Let’s take the stress out of your next getaway—schedule your free travel-planning session today.

What Our Leisure Travel Services in Ames Include

  • Personalized Trip Planning for Ames Travelers

    Tell us your dream destination, and we’ll handle the details. Our Iowa-based advisors plan trips that match your budget, schedule, and travel style — from weekend escapes to big bucket-list adventures.

  • All-Inclusive Resorts & Relaxing Getaways

    We’ve personally vetted trusted all-inclusive resorts and boutique hotels, so you don’t have to guess which photos are real.

    Whether you want Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii, or something closer to home, we’ll find your perfect fit.

  • Family & Group Travel Coordination

    Coordinating multiple travelers can be stressful. We arrange flights, rooms, and itineraries so your family or group stays organized.

    Many Ames and central Iowa families count on us for spring-break trips and milestone celebrations.

  • Romantic Getaways & Honeymoons

    From beach retreats to European cities, we help couples plan honeymoons and anniversary trips that feel effortless and memorable. You focus on each other — we handle the details.

  • Cruises, Tours & Add-On Experiences

    Thinking about a cruise or guided tour? Our team has firsthand experience with major cruise lines and tour operators. We’ll add the right experiences to your itinerary for a seamless trip.

Why Now Is the Right Time to Start Planning

The best trips start early — especially for Ames travelers. Planning ahead means better pricing, more flight options out of Des Moines International, and far less stress.

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With 40+ years of experience helping Iowans travel, our advisors know the ideal times to book, the seasons that sell out fastest, and how to secure the best value for your trip.

Start planning today and make your next Ames getaway effortless.

Feeling unsure where to begin?

Allied Travel helps Ames travelers plan every detail with confidence. Our local advisors guide you from the first idea to a fully organized itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Leisure Travel Services in Ames

Many Ames travelers come to us because planning a trip online can feel overwhelming — too many choices, too many conflicting reviews, and no real guidance.

A travel advisor simplifies everything by narrowing options based on what actually fits your needs, not what an algorithm pushes.

We’ve spent over 40 years helping Iowans travel, and we use that experience to recommend trusted resorts, cruise lines, and destinations.

You get personal support, better trip coordination, and someone to call if anything changes — something online booking sites can’t offer.

It’s simple and personalized. We start with a quick conversation about where you want to go, your budget, travel dates, and what kind of experience you’re after.

Then our advisors create tailored trip options — including flights, hotels/resorts, transfers, tours, and more.

Once you choose your favorite, we take care of the bookings, organize your itinerary, and make sure you’re supported before, during, and after your trip.

Most Ames travelers love that they don’t have to manage any details themselves.

We’re happy to help travelers from Ames, central Iowa, and surrounding communities.

Many of our clients live in Story County or commute to Des Moines and prefer planning their trips with a trusted local team.

Whether you’re in Ames, Gilbert, Nevada, or anywhere nearby, you’re welcome to work with us — in person or online.

Just about anything! We help Ames travelers with:

  • All-inclusive resort vacations
  • Beach and tropical getaways
  • Family and group travel
  • Honeymoons and romantic trips
  • Cruises (ocean and river)
  • Guided tours
  • Europe and international vacations
  • Domestic trips and weekend escapes

If you can dream it, we can help plan it.

It depends on where you want to go, but earlier is almost always better.

For popular Iowa travel seasons — winter sun vacations, spring break, holiday travel — flights from Des Moines International Airport can fill up fast.

Starting early means better pricing, more resort choices, and smoother travel days.

If you’re unsure when to start, just ask — we’ll guide you based on your destination and dates.

We don’t charge anything to meet or start planning your trip — that part is always free.

In some cases, certain types of custom or complex travel may involve a fee, and if so, we’ll explain that upfront before any work begins.

Most Ames travelers appreciate that our recommendations come from real experience, not from pushing specific resorts or packages. You’ll always know what to expect — no surprises, just honest, helpful planning.

Absolutely. If you’ve found a resort or cruise online, we’re happy to compare it for you and make sure it’s legitimate, well-reviewed, and a good fit for your travel style.

Many times, we can access similar pricing — or help you avoid hidden fees and unreliable offers.

Our goal is to help you make the best choice, not to upsell anything.

That’s one of the biggest advantages of working with a travel advisor.

If something shifts — weather delays, cancellations, schedule changes — you’re not stuck dealing with it alone.

Just reach out to us, and we’ll help you rebook, adjust your itinerary, and get things back on track.

Ames travelers tell us this support is one of the main reasons they continue booking with us.

Yes — and we highly recommend it, especially for international travel, cruises, or trips planned far in advance.

We can walk you through travel insurance options and explain what each one covers so you can choose the right level of protection.

Many travelers appreciate having coverage for cancellations, medical needs, or unexpected events.

We’ll help you pick something that fits your comfort level.

Definitely. These are some of the trips we plan most often.

Whether it’s a multi-generational family vacation, a group getaway with friends, a milestone celebration, or your honeymoon, we’ll help organize the details so everyone has a smooth experience.

Ames families and couples rely on us to suggest the right resorts, room options, activities, and timing.

Tell us what you’re celebrating, and we’ll help make it unforgettable.

READY TO BOOK THE PERFECT TRIP?

We never charge you a fee just to meet with us!

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Meet Julie Boeding — Leisure Navigator

Meet Julie Boeding — Leisure Navigator

Julie Boeding is a Leisure Navigator at Allied Travel with more than 31 years of experience in the travel industry, helping travelers in Ames and nearby Iowa communities plan leisure trips that feel well prepared and easy to enjoy.

Julie has spent her entire career at Allied Travel, working with clients on vacations where comfort and planning matter. She helps travelers feel ready for their trip by thinking through details ahead of time, so the experience feels smooth rather than rushed.

She believes leisure travel should feel relaxed before it even begins, and she stays available before, during, and after travel to support her clients along the way.

“When people feel prepared for their trip, they’re able to enjoy it that much more.”

— Julie Boeding

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Real Stories from Our Happy Travelers

“My husband and I were connected to Allied Travel through a friend and we could not have been happier we did. Outside of booking our own flight, they helped us find our hotels and activities while in Hawaii for our honeymoon. When one hotel put us in a different room than what we paid for, Allied Travel was on top of it and had the situation worked out within an hour…at 11 pm CST. Not being someone that enjoys trip planning, we will absolutely utilize their services for future trips!”

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“Just returned from a trip to London & Paris that Allied Travel helped us plan. They arranged flights, hotels and train links. Their travel specialist was very accommodating and was happy to help us keep searching till we found the hotels we wanted. These ended up being nicer than we expected. This is the second time we have used Allied Travel to help us arrange a trip to Europe. We plan on using them again for future overseas trips.”

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“Our wedding was perfect! We had around 40 family and friends at our wedding in Cancun. That was a lot of coordinating! Thankfully Allied Travel took all of the stress and worry off of our plates! They really allowed us the opportunity to enjoy our wedding and our honeymoon at another resort! The hardest part will be deciding where we want to go next! Allied Travel will do all of our resort and vacation planning from here on out! Thank you again!! 5 Stars, A+, 10/10, truly the highest praised rating available!”

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