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BONNIE
MINUTILLO
IN T HE
SPOT LIGHT
AN ANDREW HARPER
T R AV E L A DV I S O R
H OW LO N G H AV E YO U
BEEN AN ANDREW HARPER
T R AV E L A DV I S O R ?
BM: Andrew Harper Travel has been my home
now for 15 years. What I learned early on and
continue to expand on today are my listening
skills. Each client has individual needs that
I search for, and then, with the extensive
resources of Andrew Harper Travel, I work with
each client to design a unique travel experience
each time they venture away from home.
W H AT PA R T O F Y O U R J O B
I N S P I R E S YO U T H E M O ST ?
BM: To me it is putting all of the pieces
together to bring a client’s dream to life. I am
always excited when a client tells me this will
be their first adventure in a new part of the
world. This allows me to ask questions, get
answers and create the Andrew Harper Travel
experience for them that will be memorable
for years to come.
W H AT A R E T H E M O S T
MEMORABLE TRIPS
Y O U ’ V E E V E R TA K E N ?
BM: This one is easy for me. I have traveled to
four different destinations in Africa. In Kenya,
my first trip, I visited three game reserves. This
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opened up to me the beauty of Africa’s people,
animals and scenery. On my next trip, I fell in
love with Morocco and its beauty. What can I
say but, “Fantastic!” I will never forget my first
camel ride in the desert. My next trip was to
Namibia and the famed Skeleton Coast. The
majesty of this land was literally breathtaking.
Mingling with the wildlife and the friendly
people of this nation makes me want to
return. My last trip was to South Africa. Here
I experienced vibrant cities, new cultures and
a chance to explore the many game reserves
this country has to offer. Later this year I will
be visiting Egypt to explore the mysteries of
the Nile. I can’t wait!
WHERE IS THE MOST
E X O T I C D E S T I N AT I O N
YO U ’ V E T R AV E L E D TO ?
BM: Tahiti, where I spent time at The Brando
Resort. One hour in this perfect piece of
paradise and I thought I would never be able
to leave. Each of the nine islands that make up
this fantastic retreat offer a deeper look into
why Marlon Brando chose to spend the better
part of his life there.
W H AT I S S O M E T H I N G
P E R S O N A L YO U L I K E
T O D O AT E V E R Y
D E S T I N AT I O N Y O U V I S I T ?
BM: I always dig in and talk to the locals to
find the best restaurant to give me a taste of
the local cuisine. Nothing can make a trip as
fun as good food with good companions. I also
love to purchase a piece of artwork that will
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remind me of the amazing holiday that I have
embarked on. My many treasures are spread
throughout my home, always bringing my
travels back to me each day.
TELL US ABOUT A
T I M E W H E N YO U W E N T
A B OV E A N D B E YO N D FO R
Y O U R C L I E N T.
BM: A few years back, a client of mine was
looking for a romantic way to propose. He
asked for my help, so we created a trip to
Amsterdam where this would take place. I
worked with the concierge at the hotel they
stayed at to setup the perfect proposal. As
they took a private boat ride down the canals
of Amsterdam, a hotel employee dressed in
a tuxedo stood atop a large bridge. Just as the
couple passed, the employee unfurled a large
banner that read, “Laura, will you marry me?”
She said yes!
W H AT A R E Y O U R F A V O R I T E
ANDREW HARPER
T R AV E L PA R T N E R S T O
EXPERIENCE?
BM: My favorite partner is Exeter. They have
allowed me to introduce my clients to a world
that, not long ago, was not in anyone’s travel
plans. Clients who travel to Russia with Exeter
International are able to unwrap the mysteries
of this fabulous destination. This wonderful
partner has assisted me with planning many
wonderful journeys for many of our valued
Andrew Harper Travel clients.
SPRING | 2019