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Travelex International

Travel agency · Arlington Heights, IL · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%99+68.5Reliability 31%98+30.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#10 of 66 travel agenciesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 86%
5.0 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · 23 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Travelex International at a glance

Google reviewers rate Travelex International five stars based on forty-five reviews, citing personalized itinerary planning, seamless coordination of transportation and accommodations, and responsive communication during travel disruptions. Customers frequently highlight the agency's ability to handle complex multi-city trips and last-minute changes with professional efficiency. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all available feedback is positive.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 45 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 45 Google reviews (44 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 19, 2026.
  • Service: Travel Agency serving Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Data from Google, last updated November 12, 2026.

Score profile vs other travel agencies

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction99Reliability98Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 99 (median 94)Reliability: 98 (median 95)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Travelex InternationalTravel Agencies median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Travelex International: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Travelex International: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Travelex International: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 51.–
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Star ratings

45 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars45100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 44 written reviews

  • Praise59100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend2237%
  • Staff & attitude1220%
  • Quality & results915%
  • Speed & response610%
  • Communication610%
  • Price & value35%
  • Honesty & trust12%

What customers talk about

We read 44 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I highly recommend using her expertise for your next vacation!”
  • “The trip was great and we appreciated her expertise.”
  • “Outstanding Service from Travelex International & Marie Hodges!”
  • “Despite being bombarded with requests, Marie was always patient, kind, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with.”
  • “She listened to everything we wanted and created the trip of a lifetime tailored to our requests and interests.”
  • “It was definitely worth it to have her put everything together for us.”
  • “We trust her to do right by us.”

People customers mention

  • Lisa 16 reviews
  • Torgerson 7 reviews
  • Italy 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Denis5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

We were delighted with our experience working with Kim Kelly on a complicated trip to Europe. She was very resourceful in helping us plan the itinerary and obtain tickets to classical music venues in three different cities. The trip was great and we appreciated her expertise.

TSLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Lisa T is my go to person to book all my vacations She listens and understands financial budget. She completely understands family values and goals on vacation. This is my third trip with Lisa and she continues to supersede my expectations. She just planned our Spain vacation and I told her this is for my daughter.…

Meigan9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Just went to Africa with Lisa. Most Amazing trip I’ve ever had all thanks to Lisa. She planned everything and it was effortless. We’ve been traveling with them for a while, but I simply Adore Lisa. There wasn’t a day I woke up and thought this is the best day ever only need to wake up again and say this is the best…

Heidi1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

We used Lisa with TravelEx to plan our 25th wedding anniversary trip to Greece and Turkey. We had an amazing time and the trip was all we had wanted. Lisa took the time to know what we were looking for and planned our trip accordingly. She also made sure each of our accommodation knew it was our anniversary and the…

Chris5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Lisa Torgerson did an amazing job planning the perfect honeymoon! She listened to everything we wanted and created the trip of a lifetime tailored to our requests and interests. Would highly recommend!

Google13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Our hotel transportation bus caused us to miss our flight. It was a Saturday afternoon. I texted Elly. She immediately responded, contacted the airline and arranged the next flight back home for my mother and me. Thank you Elly.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 45 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Denis Moore5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Denis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We were delighted with our experience working with Kim Kelly on a complicated trip to Europe. She was very resourceful in helping us plan the itinerary and obtain tickets to classical music venues in three different cities. The trip was great and we appreciated her expertise.

Libby Oleferchik8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Libby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Outstanding company!! Marie is the best!! I recommend her to anyone!

Lainie Mercurio1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Lainie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Outstanding Service from Travelex International & Marie Hodges! The Mission of Cor Jesu had the pleasure of working with Marie Hodges of Travelex International to arrange airline reservations for all of our pilgrims traveling to Montreal, Canada. Marie was absolutely wonderful to work with! Our group had many questions and several last-minute changes, including adding MileagePlus and TSA information to individual reservations. Despite being bombarded with requests, Marie was always patient, kind, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. She handled everything with professionalism and made the entire process so much easier for us. We are extremely grateful for all of Marie's help and dedication in making sure our pilgrims' travel arrangements were taken care of. We would wholeheartedly recommend Marie and Travelex International and would be happy to work with her again in the future! Thank you, Marie, for making a complicated process feel so simple!

Jeri Manhart2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeri has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Lisa is absolutely the BEST

TS DLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews TS has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Lisa T is my go to person to book all my vacations She listens and understands financial budget. She completely understands family values and goals on vacation. This is my third trip with Lisa and she continues to supersede my expectations. She just planned our Spain vacation and I told her this is for my daughter. She took so much interest on understanding what my daughter wanted to see in Spain. She booked everything to perfection and took care of EVERYTHING. She booked perfect hotels in perfect locations and shows and excursions. I can’t wait to book my next trip with Lisa. She is part of our family and we love how she loves my family. Thank you Lisa for everything as always.

Meigan Pollack9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Meigan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Just went to Africa with Lisa. Most Amazing trip I’ve ever had all thanks to Lisa. She planned everything and it was effortless. We’ve been traveling with them for a while, but I simply Adore Lisa. There wasn’t a day I woke up and thought this is the best day ever only need to wake up again and say this is the best day ever. What a wonderful guide our trip. Thank you so much I’ll never forget it

Kenneth PierceyLocal Guide · 54 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love their approach!

Heidi Lacy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Heidi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We used Lisa with TravelEx to plan our 25th wedding anniversary trip to Greece and Turkey. We had an amazing time and the trip was all we had wanted. Lisa took the time to know what we were looking for and planned our trip accordingly. She also made sure each of our accommodation knew it was our anniversary and the hotels had a special treat complimentary treat for us. We highly recommend Lisa and TravelEx.

Chris Parks5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Lisa Torgerson did an amazing job planning the perfect honeymoon! She listened to everything we wanted and created the trip of a lifetime tailored to our requests and interests. Would highly recommend!

Google User13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Google has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our hotel transportation bus caused us to miss our flight. It was a Saturday afternoon. I texted Elly. She immediately responded, contacted the airline and arranged the next flight back home for my mother and me. Thank you Elly.

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