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I’m Onanta Forbes and travel defines who I am. It has influenced me with wanderlust, in fashion, and with food. It has heightened my senses, tested my character, and deepened friendships.

I have been a part of the travel industry since 1985 starting as a travel consultant, to travel agency leader, and travel expert featured in print, TV, radio, and social media.

Born in Jamaica, emigrated to Canada in 1969, specializing in cruise travel, luxury travel, and destination celebrations. My goal is to combine luxury and rich cultural engagement.

I like everything about travel from planning the trip, to the excitement of going to the airport to touchdown where I can explore and embrace the destination(s). I love the colour of travel, the memories I create, the experiences I get to try, and dreaming about my next trip.  

I have a deep passion and find joy in travel, food, and fashion which I look forward to sharing with fellow explorers.

Click here for an overview of the countries I’ve travelled to.

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Client Testimonials

We had an amazing trip. Everything went perfectly. Actually the trip exceeded our expectations. Our contact Marija was awesome. She kept us updated with real time information on drivers boats etc. 

All of the tours were great, we enjoyed everything. I must say we “loved the wine & the food”. Croatia is a beautiful country, so much to see & experience. Every island was unique, so glad we did the coast. It gives us an excuse to go back one day. 😎

We so appreciate your experience & the care you put into planning our trip. 

Bev & Cathie

We highly recommend Onanta as a travel agent. She helped us to plan a family vacation to Europe over a year in advance. Onanta answered all our questions in a timely manner and never left us guessing.

She acted as a liaison for us with the cruise company we used and with a company specializing in travel in Italy which was incredibly helpful. She is extremely accessible, thoughtful, reliable and informative. She worked very hard for us and went above and beyond what we expected from a travel agent.

We will use Onanta for all of our trips in the future and we are so glad we found her!

The Fai Family

11 hours ago

Onanta Forbes
At the Holiday Island Resort and Spa's swim-up bar, time slows down on Dhiffushi Island, Maldives. Are you interested in a vacation style like t#SwimUpInMaldivesd#BarParadiseMaldivesd#MaldivesCocktailAdventurestures ... See MoreSee Less
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18 hours ago

Onanta Forbes
What’s on your travel bucket list? From inspiration to destination, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's plan your next unforgettable trip! #TravelPlannerExtraordinaire ... See MoreSee Less
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2 days ago

Onanta Forbes
In the Masai Mara National Reserve, an area of unspoiled savannah in southwest Kenya, the annual wildebeest migration is a unique experience! To make sure you don't miss a thing of this natural phenomenon, plan to be there between July and early August, or in November. Over a million wildebeest, zebra, and other species cross the African plains. Contact me to organize this unforgettable t#MigrationInMasaiMarai#WildAdventuresInKenyaK#AfricanSafariExperienceience ... See MoreSee Less
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