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Rey Alton

Bellaire, TX

Travel Lifestyle Specialist

The process of planning, coordinating, booking, and managing travel arrangements can be a daunting experience.  But, with a seasoned and respected travel advisor, your travel planning experience will be streamlined and hassle-free. With more than ...
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The process of planning, coordinating, booking, and managing travel arrangements can be a daunting experience.  But, with a seasoned and respected travel advisor, your travel planning experience will be streamlined and hassle-free. With more than 25 years of travel industry experience, Rey specializes in providing knowledge-based guidance to corporate, government, higher education, and leisure travelers. Rey is committed to providing his clients with honest and straightforward advice throughout the travel planning process.  He places a special emphasis on being responsive to his clients’ needs while making each client feel comfortable and equipped to make informed travel decisions. Rey thrives on helping people fulfill their travel goals and dreams. As an experienced world traveler who has visited six continents and 45 countries, Rey uses his first-hand knowledge to help guide and advise his clients.   Rey has worked in the travel industry for more than 25 years and has experience with travel brands such as American Express, Carlson Wagonlit Travel, and Travel Leaders. A native Houstonian, Rey enjoys spending time with his young family, volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America, and practicing yoga.  Rey also serves as a frequent travel expert on local television networks, including ABC News-KTRK-13, Fox Morning News KRIV-26, and Great Day Houston-KHOU 11. He has been quoted in the New York Times, Travel Weekly, and CNN.com.Rey graduated from Hampton University with honors in 1995 with a degree in History.                  

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Rwanda Travel Agent Expert

Rwanda is a small, landlocked country in East Africa known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills" due to its scenic, mountainous landscape. It has a rich cultural heritage and a tragic history marked by the 1994 genocide. Since then, Rwanda has made remarkable progress in reconciliation, economic development, and environmental conservation. Its capital is Kigali, and the country is known for its efforts in wildlife protection, including mountain gorilla conservation.  

Here are the top 5 places to visit in Rwanda:

• Volcanoes National Park – Famous for mountain gorilla trekking and stunning volcanic landscapes.


• Nyungwe Forest National Park – A vast tropical rainforest known for chimpanzee tracking and diverse wildlife.


• Lake Kivu – A beautiful lake offering relaxing beaches, water activities, and scenic views.


• Kigali Genocide Memorial – A powerful and moving site dedicated to remembering the victims of the 1994 genocide.


• Akagera National Park – A savannah park where you can see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino) on a classic African safari.

Here are the top 10 activities to do in Rwanda:

• Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park to see endangered mountain gorillas up close.


• Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest National Park.


• Game drives in Akagera National Park for classic safari wildlife viewing.Boat cruises on Lake Kivu to enjoy the serene waters and stunning scenery.


• Hiking around the Virunga volcanoes and scenic trails.


• Visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda’s history and resilience.


• Bird watching across Rwanda’s diverse habitats, especially in Nyungwe and Akagera.


• Cultural experiences such as traditional dance performances and community visits.


• Mountain biking through Kigali’s hills and rural landscapes.


• Canopy walk in Nyungwe Forest for a unique treetop perspective of the rainforest.