Rudi Steele Travel, Inc. has been specializing in luxury and adventure travel, coupled with personal service since 1978. The legacy continues as the ownership baton is passed to two long-time agency associates, Josh Whitaker and Arlene Thompson-Brantley. The duo has been with Rudi Steele Travel for over two decades and carry forward the agency vision of "providing personal service for luxury travelers."

Prior to serving as a travel advisor, Whitaker worked in retail sales management for 17 years and enjoyed traveling. His passion turned into his profession in 1994. Along the way, he managed the day-to-day operations of the agency while creating personalized luxury travel for urban getaways, beach destinations and multigenerational travel. Whitaker has also served on several advisory boards including Preferred Hotels, Montage Hotels and the Virtuoso air program.

Brantley’s experience includes managing hundreds of trips per year across the world. Her travel industry career began with planning group tours in Downtown Dallas. Across a span of over 35 years in the business, Brantley has established significant professional relationships and built a prominent standing within the luxury travel industry. She has also served on numerous advisory boards including Intercontinental Hotel Group, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, and the Virtuoso Hotels and Resorts Committee.

A Virtuoso member since 1989, Rudi Steele Travel offers luxury travelers exclusive amenities, upgrades and unique experiences. The new agency ownership team continues the personalized attention to detail in customizing and executing travel experiences for clients.

Over the past 43 years, Rudi Steele Travel has specialized in tailor-made experiences, active and adventure travel, beach destinations, wellness travel, Africa and safari excursions, ocean and river cruises, escorted tours, food and wine tours, and multigenerational travel.

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