For a journey you'll cherish forever

craft timeless memories

with Barefoot and Borders Travel

Designing Your Unique Escape
Exactly How You Envision It

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Barefoot and Borders Travel is your personalized path to extraordinary and unique journeys. For us and our valued travelers, thoughtful travel is about purposeful and meaningful immersion, completely worry-free.

With our imaginative itineraries, meticulous eye for detail, and access to the world's most exceptional travel encounters, you can journey with assurance on a vacation that deeply moves you. Where does your desire to explore lead you next? Let Barefoot and Borders Travel be your trusted guide, ensuring a seamless and exhilarating experience.

Pleased To Meet You!

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    Jacqueline David

    With over 16 years of expertise, I craft personalized European and global vacations, uncovering hidden gems for unique experiences like family trips, honeymoons, and cruises. As a Certified Travel Consultant with a passion sparked by living in Italy, I'm your dedicated ally in creating extraordinary, tailor-made travel memories.

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Our Feature on Caron’s Fireside Chat

From talking to Jacqueline, it’s clear she’s passionate about what she does. She shared stories from the many incredible places she’s visited, and her love for travel shines through in every detail.

Jacqueline is both hands-on and friendly and truly dedicated to getting to know her clients so she can plan the perfect trip tailored just for them. She’s a fantastic travel agent who brings expertise and heart to every itinerary.

Certifications and Awards

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- Mark Twain

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."

Exclusive Pricing & Experiences

Thanks to our long-standing relationships with trusted travel suppliers, we can offer you exclusive pricing, promotions, and amenities. From complimentary room upgrades to shipboard credits, our agency provides bonus perks and experiences that aren’t available anywhere else.

  • Sandals
  • Boutique Escapes
  • Globus
  • Travel Answers
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Beaches
  • Celebrity Cruises
  • Tauck
  • Ambercrombie & Kent
  • Virgin Voyages
  • Scenic
  • Pleasant Holidays
  • Paul Gauguin Cruises
  • Royal Caribbean
  • Ama Waterways
  • Adventures by Disney
  • Roadtrips Sports Travel
  • Delta Vacations
  • Travelive

What Our Customers Are Saying

  • 5 stars

    Barbara R. -

    Jacqueline did an amazing job planning our Italy trip, it was everything we wanted and more! A once in a lifetime two week trip with the family. We had never been and her itineraries made it so easy to follow, from train tickets to drivers at our door! Let Jacqueline plan your trip, you won't regret it!

  • 5 stars

    Jennifer M. -

    Jacqueline can help you plan the vacation of your dreams within your budget. Because of her expertise and knowledge of the travel industry she can help plan your trip from start to finish without stress. You won’t go wrong using Barefoot and Borders Travel for a European vacation, a Mediterranean cruise, a river boat tour and everywhere in between.

  • 5 stars

    Lynn O. -

    I wholeheartedly recommend Jacqueline David and Barefoot and Borders Travel for an unforgettable European getaway! With over 16 years of experience, Jacqueline is a true gem in the travel industry. She expertly crafts everything from river cruises to family adventures and romantic honeymoons. From planning to creating cherished memories, she makes every journey unique and special. Trust her with your travel dreams—you won't be disappointed!

  • 5 stars

    Carrie B. -

    Jacqueline has been in the Travel industry for many years and is a consummate professional. She is well versed in travel to Europe, especially having lived in Italy herself for a time. Jacqueline has access to Preferred Vendors and can provide the type of experience discerning clients are seeking. Don't hesitate to reach out if you're looking for assistance with a trip.

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