Your Local Travel Agency Serving Ankeny, IA

Smiling travel advisor from Allied Travel helping plan a trip—offering trusted travel agency services in Ankeny, IA for stress-free vacation planning

Planning a trip from Ankeny can feel like a lot to figure out.

Between choosing where to go, comparing flights, and making sure everything lines up, it’s easy to feel unsure or overwhelmed.

At Allied Travel, we help take that off your plate. You get a clear plan that fits what you want, without spending hours trying to piece everything together.

We help with:

  • Flights that fit your schedule and budget

  • Hotels and resorts that match your travel style

  • Cruises and all-inclusive vacations

  • Complete trip planning from start to finish

With years of experience helping Iowa travelers, we guide you through the process so you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

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

Personalized Travel Planning That Fits You

Working with a travel agent should make things easier, not more complicated.

At Allied Travel, the process is simple and straightforward. You share what you have in mind, and we help turn it into a plan that’s clear, organized, and ready to go—without back-and-forth confusion or unnecessary steps.

Here’s what that looks like:

  • One point of contact who keeps everything organized for you

  • Clear recommendations instead of endless options to sort through

  • Straightforward communication so you always know what’s next

  • Ongoing support if anything changes before or during your trip

You’re not left guessing or chasing down details. Everything is handled in a way that feels smooth, simple, and easy to follow from start to finish.

What Our Travel Agency Helps You With

Different trips come with different priorities. What works for a quick getaway isn’t the same as planning a honeymoon or coordinating a group.

That’s where our services adjust to what you actually need:

  • For Simple Getaways:

    If you just need a quick and easy trip planned, we help you put everything together in a way that fits your schedule without overcomplicating things.

  • For Cruises and All-Inclusive Trips:

    When you’re looking at cruises or resorts, we help you choose options that match what you expect, so you don’t end up paying for something that doesn’t deliver the experience you had in mind.

  • For Honeymoons and Special Trips:

    For trips that matter more, we focus on getting the details right so everything feels smooth, well thought out, and worth the investment.

  • For Family and Group Travel:

    When multiple people are involved, we help keep everything organized so plans stay clear and no one is left confused or out of sync.

  • For Business Travel:

    If your trip is tied to work, we help keep things efficient and structured so you can focus on what you need to do while you’re there.

Why Timing Matters When Planning Your Trip

When it comes to travel, timing makes a big difference.

Waiting too long can restrict your options and drive prices up. Flights fill, hotels book out, and the best choices are often gone early.

Planning ahead gives you:

  • Better flight times and fewer compromises

  • More options for hotels, resorts, and cruises

  • More stable pricing before demand increases

  • A smoother experience without last-minute stress

Instead of settling for what’s left, you get to choose what actually fits your trip.

If you have a trip in mind, this is the best time to start.

Planning a trip and not sure where to start?

No worries—Allied Travel is here for Ankeny and surrounding communities. Our team offers trusted travel services with the guidance and support you deserve.

Common Questions About Working With a Travel Agent

A travel agency helps you plan and organize your entire trip so everything works together the way it should.

Instead of booking flights, hotels, and activities separately, you get help putting everything into one clear plan.

This makes it easier to avoid missed details and keeps your trip running smoothly from start to finish.

Yes. Allied Travel helps coordinate flights, hotels, and other parts of your trip in one place, so you don’t have to manage multiple bookings on your own.

Keeping everything connected helps reduce confusion and makes it easier to stay organized before and during your trip.

Yes. Allied Travel is a full-service travel agency, which means they can help you from your first idea all the way to your final itinerary.

You’re not left figuring things out on your own, and everything is planned to work together as one complete trip.

Yes. Your trip is planned around your preferences, schedule, and budget, so it fits what you’re actually looking for instead of following a pre-set package.

This allows you to focus on the type of experience you want rather than adjusting your plans to fit something generic.

Yes. If you’re not sure where to go, Allied Travel can help you compare destinations and options based on what you want out of your trip.

This makes it easier to narrow things down and choose a destination that actually matches your expectations.

Yes. Allied Travel helps you explore cruise and all-inclusive options, compare what’s available, and choose what fits your trip.

This makes it easier to understand what you’re actually getting and avoid choosing something that doesn’t match your expectations.

Allied Travel helps plan a wide range of trips, including vacations, cruises, honeymoons, group travel, and business trips.

Each one is planned based on your needs, so the experience fits what you’re looking for instead of following a one-size-fits-all approach.

Yes. Allied Travel helps coordinate group trips, whether it’s for family, friends, or business.

Managing multiple people can get complicated, so having everything organized in one place helps keep plans clear and running smoothly.

Yes. Allied Travel helps plan honeymoons and destination weddings, including choosing locations, accommodations, and travel details.

These types of trips often involve more coordination, so having guidance helps everything come together the way you expect.

Yes. Allied Travel can include tours, excursions, and activities as part of your travel plan.

Adding these ahead of time helps you make the most of your trip and avoid having to figure things out once you arrive.

Yes. Allied Travel provides support before and during your trip, so if something changes, you have someone to reach out to for help.

This makes it easier to handle surprise situations without trying to figure everything out on your own.

It’s usually best to start planning as early as possible, especially for popular destinations and travel dates.

Planning gives you more options and helps you avoid last-minute limitations.

No. Allied Travel helps plan trips to a wide range of destinations based on what you’re looking for.

This gives you flexibility to explore different options and choose what fits your travel goals.

Working with a travel agent means you’re not figuring everything out on your own. You get guidance, organized planning, and support if anything changes.

This helps reduce uncertainty and makes the overall experience easier to manage.

Yes. You can start with an idea, and Allied Travel will help you explore options and build a plan that fits what you’re looking for.

Starting early gives you more flexibility and makes it easier to shape your trip the way you want.

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DEAN BURTCH | Navigator In Chief

Meet Dean Burtch — Navigator In Chief

With more than 38 years in the travel industry, Dean Burtch is the owner and Navigator In Chief of Allied Travel, a locally trusted travel agency serving Ankeny and surrounding Iowa communities.

Dean has worked with clients on all types of travel, including vacations, cruises, group trips, and more involved itineraries. His long-standing relationships with trusted travel partners help ensure trips are carefully planned and well supported from start to finish.

As a local travel agency owner, Dean believes in personal service and accountability. Clients work with real advisors who know their plans and are available to help before, during, and after travel — rather than navigating the process alone through online booking systems.

“Our job is to make travel easier and more enjoyable by being there for our clients every step of the way.”

— Dean Burtch

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Real Stories from Our Happy Travelers

“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!”

Brandon B. via Facebook

“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!”

Andrea W. via Facebook

“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.”

Mike F. via Google