Who we are
Founded in 1975 by Peter Herff II, Herff Travel has fulfilled lifelong dreams for clients by providing customized travel arrangements all over the world for 50 years and counting.
At Herff Travel, we provide the latest destination information and technical expertise to ensure seamless, unique travel experiences. Our specialized custom travel work through quality global alliances leave no detail left to chance.
As a pioneer in the luxury travel industry, we pride ourselves on exceptional attention to detail, logistical mastery, and creating an agency of lifelong connections between client and advisor.
While so much of the world becomes automated and impersonal, Herff Travel remains steadfast, catering towards our clients like family, and remaining ingrained in the local San Antonio community.
Please come visit our office by appointment, contacting sheila@herfftravel.com to arrange
Our Advisors
Three generations of the Herff family and a team of seasoned advisors — many with us for decades — each bringing their own corner of the world to your itinerary.
Peter Herff II
Founded Herff Travel in 1975 and has spent more than four decades fulfilling a lifelong dream of customized travel in every corner of the world. An expert in Europe — France, Italy, the Iberian Peninsula and the UK — with a special love for golfing trips through Scotland and Ireland.
F. Peter Herff III
Second generation in a family business that has thrived through amazing times. Travel is all he knows — a lifetime spent selling it, with a focus on beach and family travel, hotels and ocean cruising.
Peter Herff IV
Third-generation advisor carrying forward the service, expertise and insight that have built Herff Travel over 50 years. Draws on his own broad travel history to custom-fit every trip with the right mix of fun, history and luxury.
Laura Wallace
Over thirty years in the industry, and loves getting to know her clients and matching destinations to their personal criteria. Virtuoso has taken her clients' experiences to the next level; her goal is to exceed expectations with every trip.
Connie Hanes
Began in travel in 1972 with Lufthansa, then nine years with Braniff International before joining Herff Travel in 1982 — her agency home ever since. Specializes in cruise vacations, skiing and honeymoons.
Sheila Jackson
Joined the Herff team in 2021 and fell in love with the travel industry. A certified Virtuoso Voyages host with a focus on ocean and river cruising, and always planning her next trip.
Jane Forrester
A lifelong lover of travel drawn to the sea and all things coastal — cruising is one of her favorite ways to see the world. Well traveled across Europe, South Africa and North America, and eager to help you create your experience of a lifetime.
Linda Buck
More than 25 years in the travel business with a deep love for Mexico and Central America — from Playa del Carmen to Belize, Guatemala and Panama.
Yvonne Varney
Born in Mexico City with family roots in Barcelona, Yvonne brings over 35 years of experience and a passion for languages — English, French and Spanish. She designs memorable experiences and builds long-term relationships; as she says, "the best reward I can receive from my clients is their trust."
Michele Skala
An educated travel consultant for over 30 years with experience across many areas of the world. Specialties include Iceland and Ireland, Italy and Central America.
Peggy Meyer, CTC
A Certified Travel Counselor selling travel since 1982, fluent in French and Hebrew. Specializes in Israel, France, Morocco and Mexico, with a focus on fine hotels, independent tours, spa and family travel.
Susan Janes
Susan brings a personal touch to every itinerary and is part of the team ready to help plan your next journey.