Teresa Barndt, CEO

Founder of Elevated Travel Destinations, Teresa is a certified TAEC and CATA travel advisor and an affiliated Independent Agent of the Avoya Travel Network. She is certified with the Special Needs Group (SNG) as an Accessible Travel Advocate, the Globus Family of Brands, and as a Master of Adventure with Royal Caribbean. Teresa holds a Master's Degree of Asian Studies from The George Washington University. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese since 2006, she has lived in Taiwan and Mainland China for a total of 2 years.

Teresa's extensive qualifications and first-hand experience in the Asia-Pacific and the Caribbean make her a valuable resource for crafting unforgettable travel experiences. Her deep knowledge of the region, combined with her Mandarin language proficiency and industry certifications, ensures that every journey she plans is unique, personalized, and stress-free. Whether exploring ancient temples in Taiwan, navigating through the vibrant streets of Shanghai, or cruising throughout the Caribbean islands, Teresa's expertise guarantees a seamless and beautiful multi-generational vacation like no other.