Book Now
Doing Business Since 1947

About Menno Travel

Menno Travel Service started in 1947 as the travel desk for Mennonite Central Committee in Akron, PA, for sending service workers abroad after WWII.

An increase in demand for travel services in northern Indiana in the early 1950s led to the opening of the Goshen office in the fall of 1953. The Goshen office became locally owned and managed in 1980. Long time managers Doug Risser and Geof Landis bought the company in 1995. Menno Travel Goshen has grown to be the largest agency in Elkhart County and one of the largest single office agencies in Indiana through diversification of services and products.

Menno Travel is a recognized national leader in the travel industry through involvement in industry associations. Menno Travel has grown through the acquisitions of Four Seasons Travel in Elkhart in 1997, Adventure Travel in Goshen in January 2005 and most recently Destinations Travel Service in Warsaw on December 19, 2011. On March 1, 2022, Menno Travel joined the Next Travel family of agencies.

As trends, technologies, and techniques continue to transform the industry, one thing remains: our dedication to each client. Each trip. And each possibility.

Book Now

Meet Our Experts

At Menno Travel, we believe the strength of our company lies in the expertise of our dedicated team members. Discover the faces behind our company and explore the possibilities of working together to tailor your next vacation!

Erica Davidhizar embarked on her journey in the travel industry back in 2010, starting as a receptionist and sales assistant and later holding roles within the groups and incentive department. In 2018, she embraced the role of a vacation travel advisor, channeling her expertise to curate memorable travel experiences. Erica holds certifications as a Certified Sandals Specialist and Destination Specialist for sought-after destinations such as Hawaii, the Caribbean, Mexico, and Italy. She has expanded her knowledge by completion of cruise courses for Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and Viking. With a passion for exploration, Erica has found particular delight in Italy and Jamaica, considering them as her favorite vacations destinations to date.

Erica Davidhizar

Travel Consultant
Contact Erica Davidhizar

Tricia embarked on her journey in the travel industry following her graduation from the Indiana Travel Academy in 1998. In 2005, she joined the team at Menno Travel, where she has flourished as a Certified Sandals Specialist and a Destination Specialist for Las Vegas. Her expertise has led her to complete comprehensive cruise courses for Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, and Royal Caribbean. Tricia specializes in creating unforgettable experiences, especially in designing honeymoons, family getaways, captivating cruises, and magical Disney vacations. Tricia fondly remembers her river cruise along the Danube, multiple trips to Hawaii, and Punta Cana. However, her heart lies with Aruba, making it her favorite destination.

Tricia Gage

Travel Consultant
Contact Tricia Gage

Kami Heckaman found her way to the travel industry after realizing that she wanted a career that combined helping others and her love of travel. She attended travel school to augment her journalism degree in the late 80’s and joined Menno Travel in 1996. Kami has traveled to many places, but Montreal, Alaska with its raw beauty, and the French quaintness of Quebec City top off her list of favorite North American destination. International favorites include St. Lucia,  Jamaica, France and Switzerland. Every trip is unique and tailored to each person and situation. Kami particularly enjoys planning honeymoons, vacations for families, and arranging global vacations with complex itineraries.

Kami Heckaman

Travel Consultant
Contact Kami Heckaman
Maggie Lewallen has been a travel advisor with Menno Travel since 1993. She is a Certified Travel Associate, Accredited Cruise Counselor, Certified Sandals Specialist, Hawaii Specialist and a Destination Specialist for the Caribbean, Pacific Rim and Western Europe. Maggie specializes in trips to Europe, River Cruising, Hawaii, Mexico, Caribbean, Alaska, Australia and Africa. Some of her favorite trips include Italy, Ireland, Alaska, Hawaii and a River Cruise in France. She enjoys planning any type of vacation including customizing travel to meet your needs.

Maggie Lewallen

Travel Consultant

Contact Maggie Lewallen
Sondra began her career in travel in 1998, finding her professional home at Menno Travel in 2004. With a degree in Hospitality and Tourism, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Specializing as a Destination Specialist for Hawaii, Alaska, the Caribbean, and Mexico, Sondra’s passion for these locales shines through in her meticulous planning and tailored recommendations. Sondra holds the title of Certified Sandals Specialist along with various cruise specialist courses. Sondra’s extensive travel experience includes destinations such as Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and the Grand Canyon. Her exploration doesn’t stop there; she is also well versed in cruises worldwide, including river cruise experiences. Sondra continues to create remarkable and personalized experiences that exceed expectations, making each client’s vacation a memorable adventure.

Sondra Pressler

Travel Consultant
Contact Sondra Pressler
Francisco learned to love travel crisscrossing the country in his parent’s mini-van before GPS was a thing and maps were made of paper. After graduating from Manchester University with a degree in communications, he began a career in the restaurant industry that lasted over 20 years and taught him how to cook, how to adapt to obstacles, and a lot about how to make every client’s experience a great one. He is thrilled to be transitioning into the Travel industry at a time when (as recent empty nesters) he and his wife can really enjoy travelling together. Francisco’s travels have taken him to Western Europe, The U.K. the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica numerous times, and he is looking forward to sharing his experience and expertise crafting customized itineraries to the great cities, locations, and undiscovered treasures of the world.

Francisco Ramirez

Travel Consultant
Contact Francisco Ramirez
Kimberly De Vincent serves as our Sales Assistant, managing phone inquiries and assisting walk-in clients. Her responsibilities include accounting, shipping coordinating, office inventory management, and document processing. Kimberly’s travel experiences extend throughout the United States, with Kauai being her favorite destination. Her aspirations include exploring international destinations such as the Caribbean, Italy, Greece, and Japan.

Kimberly De Vincent

Sales Assistant
Contact Kimberly

Jill Mann started her career in 1992, joining Menno Travel in 1997. Her expertise as a business travel manager includes her superb handling of complicated airline ticket exchanges. Her wealth of knowledge has made Jill the “go to” person in the corporate travel department for complex problem solving & general leadership. She is the backbone of the corporate travel department. Jill has traveled extensively throughout the Caribbean to locations such as Belize, Mexico, and Bonaire in search of pristine scuba diving locations. Her all-around favorite travel location is the Hawaiian Islands.

Jill Mann

Business Travel Manager
Contact Jill Mann

Disney Vacation

I just wanted to take a second and thank you for going above and beyond in helping us book our Disney vacation. We have never taken a vacation of this magnitude before and you put our fears at ease and helped us every step of the way. From making sure we had passes to meals and how to pay, you were very professional and extremely helpful. I have been recommending Menno Travel to everyone I meet. We definitely will be going through Menno Travel again for our vacation needs.

Jen P.

Cabo Getaway

We loved our Cabo vacation that Sondra planned for us. Riu Palace Baja California had a great view, great service and a wonderful selection of food and drink. We would definitely recommend it. Looking forward to our next vacation in a couple of months. Menno Travel and Sondra always does an outstanding job.

Anne W.

Seamless Honeymoon

Maggie was amazing! My husband and I used her to book our honeymoon. We are not avid travelers and were nervous to try and plan something ourselves, but Maggie was a pleasure and joy to work with. We gave her a list of desires and she was prompt and thorough with returning options. Once we had decided on our destination Maggie handled every detail and answered every question we had. We will be using Maggie's services for our next adventure.

Molly R.

Start Exploring

Your time is valuable, and with so many options to consider when planning your next vacation, we at Next Travel know that a little help can go a long way. Whether you're planning to travel across the state, across the country, or across the world, our team of experienced travel professionals are committed to planning a trip that exceeds your expectations. This list is just a glimpse of the destinations we can take you to. The world is vast, and so are the possibilities. Let's explore them together!

Africa

Africa

Discover Africa

Australia

Australia

Discover Australia

Hawaii

Hawaii

Discover Hawaii

Ireland

Ireland

Discover Ireland

Chile

Chile

Discover Chile

Greece

Greece

Discover Greece

Japan

Japan

Discover Japan

Spain

Spain

Discover Spain

Disney

Disney

Discover Disney

Tauck

Tauck

Discover Tauck

Viking

Viking

Discover Viking

Group Travel

  • All-Sized Groups
  • Site Inspections
  • Online Registration
  • Negotiations
  • Much More!

Planning your group trip with Menno Travel gives you the security of knowing that every detail will be taken care of by a team of dedicated travel professionals.

Family Groups

Family Groups

Discover Family Groups

Cruise Groups

Cruise Groups

Discover Cruise Groups

Destination Weddings

Destination Weddings

Discover Destination Weddings

Active Groups

Active Groups

Discover Active Groups

Our Affiliates

Latest From Next Travel

Contact Us

203 South Main Street, Suite 1
Goshen, IN 46526

574-534-1521

Client Forms

Social

Contact Us

4767 Okemos Road
Okemos, MI 48864

888-858-7824

© Copyright 2025 Next Travel, All Rights Reserved. Hosted on GoDaddy.

More From Next Travel

Our Brands

Legal

© Copyright 2025 Next Travel, All Rights Reserved. Hosted on GoDaddy.

Scroll to Top