Jeanine Mak made my first ocean voyage with Viking truly unforgettable. Her incredible knowledge of the ships and strong connection with Viking even secured me an upgrade to a beautiful suite! Jeanine really listens to what I wanted. Thanks to her expertise, my journey—from exploring Ephesus’ to celebrating the holidays in Heraklion—was seamless, special, and filled with unforgettable memories. Jeanine clearly understood what would make this trip meaningful for me. I loved relaxing in my stateroom, enjoying drinks and snacks on the sofa while watching the onboard destination lectures to prepare for the next day’s excursions. The cruise itself was incredible—from the surprising variety of Asian food options (my morning rice porridge with fermented tofu became a comforting daily ritual!) to unforgettable entertainment like jazz singer and pianist Jeremy Sassoon. — Suzanne
Jeanine's Story
I am passionate about bringing families together to learn, grow, and explore the world. I have a great appreciation for cultural connection and aim to inspire a love for other cultures, people, and places in each of my clients. A love for education and truly getting to know a destination is my jam – I believe travel is most meaningful when it opens minds and deepens understanding. My recent travels have taken me to Thailand, Amsterdam, Portugal, the Yukon, Japan, and the Philippines. Up next: adventures in Colorado, Java, and Bali.
Something I particularly enjoy is meeting with busy professionals to design relaxing, culturally enriching getaways. I work for you to make your ideal trip happen so you don’t have to stress over the details. I bring both expertise and heart to every itinerary I craft and am a VTA-certified travel advisor and a member of the ASTA San Diego Board of Directors.
Another passion of mine is volunteering in my local community, helping bring science to life for kids through hands-on learning and creative exploration. Based in beautiful North San Diego, California, I enjoy hiking local mountain trails and relaxing by the coast with my family. As a wife and mom of six, I understand the challenges busy families face – and the incredible value of setting aside time to travel, both locally and abroad.
When I’m not planning dream vacations or sharing my love of learning, you’ll find me me unwinding in the mountains while my family fishes nearby, baking something sweet, or brewing a comforting cup of tea.
