Brenda Pretzer Thielen

Sartell, MN
Beach Travel Specialist for Families and Groups

I am the mother of two young adults, the owner of Tailored Escapes Travel and an experienced Travel Advisor.

From urban locations, to sand and sea, on dry land or underwater exploring reefs, I am happiest when I am traveling.  I have been t...
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BEACHES Resorts: Family-Friendly Caribbean

Beaches Negril Waterpark
Beaches Negril Waterpark

Hello, my name is Brenda Pretzer Thielen, and I am a travel advisor that has spent  over 30 years traveling to the Caribbean. My motivation for becoming a travel advisor was to share my passion, experience, and knowledge with others. 


I just returned from Beaches Negril in Jamaica. It is a luxury, family, all inclusive resort on a stunning white sand beach with calm water. To top it off, it has one of the best water parks and lazy rivers that I have ever seen at a resort! I saw so many smiles at the water park and on the beach! Happy kids = Happy parents! 


There are currently only 3 Beaches Resorts, Beaches Negril, Beaches Ocho Rios and Beaches Turks and Caicos. They all sit on pristine white sand beaches and have every amenity your family will need to relax and bring everyone closer together.


The newest Beaches Resort will be Beaches Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Beaches Runaway bay. Stay tuned for a grand opening and booking dates! 


A unique feature of the Beaches brand is that is the first resort company in the world to complete the IBCCES training and Autism Certification. 


There are so many amazing resorts to choose from in the Caribbean, but I always recommend the brands that I have personally experienced and trust that I can recommend. I know that when it comes to planning a family vacation, it can be overwhelming to choose the right resort that will cater to different interests. That is why I take the time to get to know my clients and their preferences, so I can recommend the perfect resort that will exceed their expectations. I am confident in my ability to help my clients plan the perfect family vacation on the most beautiful, white-sand beaches in the Caribbean.

My Reviews

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Could not have picked a better travel agent!
I highly recommend Brenda to anyone who is looking to travel. I had a destination wedding, and she made things so much easier for me! She exceeded my expectations and ensured my family was well taken care of to the resort and back! She is excellent at communicating and providing all the information needed. Thank you so much, Brenda!
By  Emily   from  Pensacola, FL
Traveled to  Puerto Vallarta ~ Jalisco ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Best of The Best
I've worked in corporate America for 30+ years with people from all walks of life. Very, very few are as professional, organized, dedicated, knowledgeable, savvy and customer service oriented as Brenda Pretzer; not to mention her extensive travel background and plethora of personal travel experiences. A true pro, through and through. I don't often recommend someone as it can be a reflection of me and if they fall short as a referral, my credibility can be on the line. I would recommend Brenda to anyone -- that is how amazing she is and how much I trust her abilities.
By  Queen B  from  Minneapolis, MN
Traveled to  Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Sent our group on a few trips
Super helpful , always available , fast at helping in a crisis!
Amazing, friendly and as excited as you for your travels
By  Leigh  from  St martin mn
Traveled to  Jamaica ~ Caribbean
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Reliable and quality service.
Brenda is so reliable and proactive to make any trip the best it can be. She has planned multiple trips for me and it is always amazing.
By  Tina  from  Sartell, MN
Traveled to  Costa Rica ~ Central America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Amazing Vacation
Brenda was so helpful and patient while she planned our first trip to Mexico.
She provided resort options, along with all the necessary details. She was always available to answer questions and was eager to assist. She also shared her own personal travel tips so we were completely prepared before we left.
Brenda is professional, responsive and her passion for travel is obvious as she plans each step of your vacation.
We had such a memorable time in Mexico thanks to her dedication and planning.
I cannot say enough about how great she is and would definitely recommend Brenda Pretzer!
By  Amy  from  Minnesota
Traveled to  Riviera Maya ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Destination Expert:

  • Jamaica

Travel Specialist:

  • Family Vacations
  • Beach Vacations
  • All Inclusive

Top Travel Partners:

  • Sandals and Beaches Resorts

Certifications/Awards:

  • Honeymoon and Destination Wedding Specialist
  • Certified Costa Rica Specialist
  • Certified Sandals Specialist
  • Hawaii Destination Expert
  • Aruba Certified Expert

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