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Ilbra Yacoob
Encino, California Travel Agent
Luxury Culinary Travel Advisor
Connecting travelers with local culture and the land through their taste buds. There is a romance tied to every ingredient’s origin that should never go unnoticed. Whether you are a chef, a foodie or simply a traveler who wants to engage more deeply with the people of the places you travel, I can arrange luxury itineraries that include extraordinary and revealing culinary and wine travel experiences. My appreciation for the land also has led me to specialize in eco-tourism adventures.
Travel Specialties
Travel Experiences
African Safari in the Maasai Mara National Reserve
My World Travels
Gastronomic journey through Asturias, Spain
DAY 1- WELCOME TO ASTURIAS!
As our plane descended from the hour-long flight from Madrid, our aerial view became greener by every drop in elevation. We arrived in what is known as Green Spain, Asturias. Given the small size of Gijón Oviedo Airport (OVD), claiming our luggage, and renting a car was quick and easy.Just a 35-minute ...Read more from my Gastronomic journey through Asturias, Spain story.
Discovering Panama
Before I became a travel agent, my partner and I had considered an active adventure travel to Costa Rica. We wanted to experience its rain and cloud forests. Someone had suggested that we could have a less expensive and less touristy experience in Panama, and so we started looking into it.
Reviews
12 of 17 people found this review helpful
Once in a lifetime experience
Reviewed By Goby - Costa Mesa, CA | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
Detailed with 5 star follow up and communication throughout the entire process.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
11 of 16 people found this review helpful
Travel magic!
Reviewed By Needy traveler - Los Angeles | Traveled to London ~ England ~ Europe
Ilbra is an extraordinary professional with a wonderfully personal approach. I have used her for group travel for highly customized travel, solo travel, last minute plans, changes, domestic, international, Covid-related travel issues, middle of the night issues, and more. Truly, she's magical, comprehensive, and superbly competent! I challenge you to find something she can't figure out!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
The best of Scotland, planned to perfection.
Reviewed By AJB - Dallas Texas | Traveled to Scotland ~ Europe
Ilbra was outstanding from start to finish in planning our “guys trip” to Scotland. Even down to the smallest detail, everything was perfectly and thoughtfully planned. We could not have been happier, and we can’t wait to have her plan our next trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends