Woodside Travel
Agreed: There’s no better place to live than Madison Park. But when Madison Parkers want to hit the road and see the world, they can count on Woodside Travel to feed their wanderlust and expertly plan their adventures.
Founded in 1994 by Gary Johnson and Ben Danis, the independently owned boutique travel agency has garnered a loyal following of Madison Park residents who rely on Woodside’s expertise to orchestrate flawless, and often unique, travel experiences – whether it’s arranging a villa on a private island, an upscale safari in Africa, a voyage through the otherworldly Galápagos or, for many, the ultimate bucket-list adventure: an Antarctica expedition. (BTW: Gary is embarking on his third trip to the White Continent this February so is well-equipped to advise adventure-seekers on this “life-changing” travel experience.)
Wherever you want to go on the planet, chances are good that Gary’s been there. The travel bug bit him early in life as his father worked for Pan Am and took the family on adventures around the globe. Gary’s love of travel evolved into a rewarding career, one in which he’s made valuable connections on all seven continents.
Woodside Travel is a member of Virtuoso, the exclusive by-invitation-only network of the world’s top travel agencies, hotels, cruise lines, and tour operators. As a result, Gary and his team can offer their clients VIP amenities not available to other travelers – perks like room upgrades, free nights, resort credits, and early check-in/late check-out – at no cost to the client.
As Gary explains, many people mistakenly believe if they book a hotel room, a cruise, or a tour themselves they will save money when, in reality, the opposite is true. And should travelers hit a snafu when traveling, only a trusted travel advisor can come to their rescue.
Huge Thanks to Our Neighborhood Travel Agency
Woodside Travel is a tremendous supporter of Friends of Madison Park, as those who attended last fall’s Party for the Park can attest. The agency generously donated a luxury cruise for the live auction and plans to do so for the next gala event.
