Meet The Staff

Naim Alabed

Naim, co-founder of Quail Travel, since 1980 he has extensive experience in corporate travel. For 8 years he was a travel instructor. He specializes in corporate and leisure travel. Naim has traveled extensively to Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and the Middle East. He also specializes in Corporate Incentive Group travel.

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Patricia Blea

Patricia Blea has been in the travel industry for 27 years and still loves the business. Patricia specializes in cruising and adventure travel. Her trip highlights include gorilla tracking in Rwanda, barging in France and marrying her Norwegian husband onboard the Seabourn Spirit off the coast of Italy. If she not out there discovering new ships and countries, call her for assistance in planning your "dream journey" Let's work on that bucket list! Ask her about the fabulous Uniworld River cruise she recently experienced.

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Jo Ann Chadwick

Jo Ann Chadwick began her career in the Hospitality and Travel Industry in 1992 after a long career as an executive at AT&T. Her experience spans from years in the airline industry (Reno Air), hotel background with expertise in Groups, Meetings and Conventions, to heading up her own business in the Destination Management field.

In 2010 she joined Quail Travel and now heads up the Destination Management Division. She has handled large national group and meeting events, and outdoor community celebrations with thousands of attendees. She also has the ability to handle small individual tours, a client's intimate get-away, or a romantic trip to wine country.

Jo Ann has worked with corporate customers, convention and meeting planners, group organizers, and individual travelers with their destination management needs. Customer service is her number one priority and she will work closely with you to make your event or meeting a success.

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Candace Spiers

Candace has been in the industry since before de-regulation and my how things have changed! She specializes in corporate travel, professional sports group travel , the Caribbean and Luxury Cruises. She also handles the marketing and administrative duties. Disneyland and Disney World are her favorites!

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Daphne Van Wyk

Born and bred in South Africa, and living the American dream since 2008.

I have been fortunate enough to have traveled extensively during my 35 years as a travel agent.

My goal has and always will be to ensure my customers have the trip they dreamed of - I am your voice and will fight for what is right.

Don't hesitate to call - I would love to help you plan that unforgettable journey.

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