
Joel Scholtz
Luxury & Romance Travel Specialist

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About me
Luxury & Romance Travel Specialist @ LuxeProTravel.com
Education

University of Miami
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Experience

Luxe Pro Travel, LLC
Apr 2014 - nowLuxury & Romance Travel SpecialistWith 14 years of experience in the Travel Industry, Joel specializes in creating unforgettable experiences for Destination Weddings and Luxury Romance Travel. Before venturing into the world of travel, he spent 15 years as the owner of an IT Consulting Firm, focusing on Web Development & Social Media for clients.Joel's diverse background in technology has proven invaluable in his current role, and he actively engages with his audience on Social Media through multiple accounts on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube. Managing separate websites for his four brands—Luxe Pro Travel, Romance Travel Pro, Paradise Destination Weddings & Catholic Travel Pros—Joel has achieved remarkable success, particularly in organizing Faith-based tours worldwide.His expertise is underscored by numerous travel certifications, and he serves on various industry Advisory Boards. Notably, Joel is a key member of the Advisory Board for the International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals (IADWP).Driven by an unwavering passion for the Travel Industry, Joel travels one to two times per month, staying abreast of the latest trends in Romance and Destination Wedding resorts and locations. Show less
Licenses & Certifications

Certified Destination Wedding Designer
Imagine WeddingsMar 2017- View certificate
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MCC - Master Cruise Counsellor
CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association)Aug 2017 - View certificate

CTA - Certified Travel Associate
The Travel InstituteApr 2017 - View certificate

Hawaii Destination Specialist
Hawaii Visitors & Convention BureauAug 2016 - View certificate
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ACC - Accredited Cruise Counsellor
CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association)Jul 2015 - View certificate

Jamaica Travel Specialist
Jamaica Tourist BoardMay 2016 - View certificate

AM Resorts Master Agent
AMResortsFeb 2015 - View certificate

College of Disney Knowledge
Disney InstituteFeb 2015 - View certificate

Palace Resorts Specialist
Palace ResortsFeb 2015 - View certificate

Certified Sandals Specailist
Sandals ResortsNov 2014
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Joel ScholtzJOEL SCHOLTZ PARTICIPATES IN ELITE TRAVEL INDUSTRY EVENT Travel Weekly Nov 2020 Medford, NJ - Travel Weekly and TravelAge West are proud to announce that Joel Scholtz was selected from among hundreds of applicants to attend the eighth-annual Global Travel Marketplace (GTM), which took place virtually October 29 – 30, 2020. GTM is a two-day appointment-only event for top-producing travel advisors in North America and leading cruise, hotel, tour, and destination suppliers seeking to conduct business face-to-face.Only a select group of the hundreds of applicants were… Show more Medford, NJ - Travel Weekly and TravelAge West are proud to announce that Joel Scholtz was selected from among hundreds of applicants to attend the eighth-annual Global Travel Marketplace (GTM), which took place virtually October 29 – 30, 2020. GTM is a two-day appointment-only event for top-producing travel advisors in North America and leading cruise, hotel, tour, and destination suppliers seeking to conduct business face-to-face.Only a select group of the hundreds of applicants were selected to participate. “A GTM advisor is one that recognizes the importance of business relationships and understands how crucial it is to remain well educated in today’s trying times,” says Jacqueline Hurst, Director, Trade Recruitment and Engagement, Travel Weekly Events. “With up-to-date knowledge and valuable relationships in their arsenal, these advisors are fully equipped to provide each client with a unique experience when they are ready to travel again.”Over 60 suppliers engaged with travel advisors through a variety of one-on-one pre-scheduled video meetings, exclusive Boardroom presentations and online networking events. GTM advisors exhibit unparalleled industry expertise and have relationships with key individuals in hotel, cruise, tour and destination organizations, allowing them to best meet their valuable clients’ needs. “The advisors chosen to participate in this event represent the best in today’s travel business. The knowledge and experience they offer their clients are second to none, and is undoubtedly enhanced as a result of participating in the event,” said Alicia Evanko-Lewis, Executive Vice President, Travel Group Global Events, Northstar Travel Group. “GTM provided the platform for these travel professionals to network with like-minded individuals who all have the same goal: To make connections and bring back the travel industry.” Show less
- Awarded to Joel ScholtzPrincess Commodore Princess Cruises Academy Sep 2014 Joel Scholtz has achieved prestigious Commodore status in Princess Cruises’ Academy training program, certifying him as an expert cruise professional. As a Commodore, Joel Scholtz of Cruise Planners joins an exclusive group of travel agents who are now recognized by Princess at the Academy's highest level for their unique qualifications and knowledge as a cruise planning professional. Scholtz earned this distinction after completing the minimum 25 courses necessary to graduate from the program.
- Awarded to Joel ScholtzNorwegian Cruise Line Freestyle Certified NCLU - Norwegian Cruise Line University Aug 2014 Norwegian Cruise Line is proud to announce that Joel Scholtz has earned the necessary credits to graduate from its online travel agent university, NCL University. This progressive, state-of-the art online school is geared to deliver an enhanced level of knowledge and insight into Norwegian Cruise Line’s unique Freestyle Cruising philosophy, their cruising destinations, ship programs and operations, and many other “behind-the-scenes” elements not available anywhere else. Each graduate is… Show more Norwegian Cruise Line is proud to announce that Joel Scholtz has earned the necessary credits to graduate from its online travel agent university, NCL University. This progressive, state-of-the art online school is geared to deliver an enhanced level of knowledge and insight into Norwegian Cruise Line’s unique Freestyle Cruising philosophy, their cruising destinations, ship programs and operations, and many other “behind-the-scenes” elements not available anywhere else. Each graduate is required, within one year, to earn a minimum number of credits through a choice of accredited courses and electives. The rigorous curriculum includes testing at every level in order to move forward. Show less
- Awarded to Joel ScholtzSpecial Needs at Sea Certified Accessible Travel Advocate Special Needs at Sea Aug 2014 I offer a wide range of mobility equipment and oxygen all around the world at major cruise ports, hotels, convention centers, theme parks and other locations. Examples of the equipment include scooters, wheelchairs, powerchairs, portable oxygen concentrators, oxygen equipment, bed and bath equipment, baby cribs and more. Agents deliver the equipment to the cruise ship or hotel at the beginning of the voyage and pick it up when your client's trip is complete. Hotel stays or one way cruise… Show more I offer a wide range of mobility equipment and oxygen all around the world at major cruise ports, hotels, convention centers, theme parks and other locations. Examples of the equipment include scooters, wheelchairs, powerchairs, portable oxygen concentrators, oxygen equipment, bed and bath equipment, baby cribs and more. Agents deliver the equipment to the cruise ship or hotel at the beginning of the voyage and pick it up when your client's trip is complete. Hotel stays or one way cruise rentals can be accommodated. Show less
- Awarded to Joel ScholtzMasters Certification Cruise Planners University Jul 2014 The Masters course level of the Certified Cruise Planners Expert Degree gives agents the opportunity to take over 20 new classes with materials ranging from content and marketing to operations and sales.
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