Since 1984, Firstworld Travel has been providing exceptional service to our clients. Our travel consultants have visited 26 countries spanning five Continents.  Whether you’re looking for that “around the world” cruise or airline tickets to your family reunion, we’re here to help find the product that is right for you. The travel industry has been changing at a rapid pace. Firstworld Travel has responded by continually improving our technology and first-hand destination knowledge. We have entered into the technology age, but firmly believe there is no substitute for a trained travel professional to help plan your dream vacation, with a smile.  Our commitment to you continues even after you’ve booked your trip.  We will offer expert advice regarding optional activities, sightseeing opportunities and documentation requirements.  Remember, “Without a Travel Agent, You’re On Your Own!”

Community

Firstworld Travel takes pride in being an active member of our local community.  We support local organizations such as the Lions Club, Mora Vasaloppet, Chamber of Commerce, Paradise Theater, M.A.Y.R.A, and 4-H.

Credentials/Affiliations

To ensure we are offering you the best value for your vacation dollars, we are an affiliate of TravelSavers. This enables us to compete on price with the larger agencies, however, we are confident the mega agencies will never be able to compete with us on a service level.     

Professionally, we are a member of the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) and adhere to ASTA’s standards for professional conduct and ethics. We also belong to Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and owner, Vicki Jelsing, has achieved the rank of CLIA Master Cruise Counselor. Our other knowledgeable agents have also achieved Specialist designations. See the employee profiles for more info.

Vicki Email: Vicki@firstworldmora.com Vicki has been in the travel industry since 1987. She earned the M.C.C. (Master Cruise Counselor) credential in 1999, having been on 41 cruises with 9 different cruise lines. Vicki also specializes in group travel having escorted trips to China, Europe, Scandinavia and U.S destinations including New York City, Charleston, Las Vegas, Alaska, Santa Fe and Quebec, Canada. She also organizes trips for family reunions, honeymoon vacations, incentive trips and annual "Girlfriend Getaway" Trips. In 2007 Vicki graduated from Princess Cruises' Travel Academy and received the highest honor of "Commodore Status" for the extensive training she went through to further her knowledge of the Princess product. In 2007 Vicki graduated from the Royal Caribbean International University of WOW! as a Cruise Expert. Learn more about her graduation and The University of WOW!
In 2008 Vicki graduated from Cunard's Travel Academy with the status of "Commodore" for the in-depth knowledge she acquired about Cunard Cruise Line.
Debra Juettner
Email: Debbie@firstworldmora.com Debra started in the travel industry in 1983. She has arranged group travel, corporate travel, leisure travel, and has also escorted goups to Hawaii. In 2004, Debra earned a "Hawaii Destination Specialist" degree from the Hawaiian Tourist Department. The countries she has traveled to include Mexico, England, France and Ireland as well as many destinations in the United States and the Caribbean. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband of 34 years, and also her 3 children and 5 grandchildren. Her love of horseback riding and her 2 horses, Babe and Sarena, also fill her free time. Debra will be happy to assist you in making your dreams a reality.
Deb Schultz Email: DSchultz@firstworldmora.com   As a recent retiree after 34 years of teaching, Deb is new to the travel industry, but very experienced in planning and supervising field trips!! As a former social studies teacher, she looks forward to brushing up on her Minnesota history and geography skills to help plan interesting places to see and explore in this great state of ours.  With her love of theater and music, Deb is looking forward to helping others have a memorable time experiencing the arts and maybe some nice cuisine as well.   Although traveling throughout Minnesota is a favorite activity, she has traveled to Europe, Mexico, Alaska, and Tanzania in East Africa.  Whether on a cruise, motorcoach, at a resort, or participating in mission trips, Deb loves experiencing the world, its people, and their cultures.   Deb is married, has 2 adult sons, and is thrilled to be doing the fun things of life- travel with her husband, girlfriend getaways, speaking to women’s groups, and having the time to work for causes for which she is passionate.
Marie Vanderbeek Marie has worked full time as a corporate/leisure travel agent since she started her career in the travel industry in 1986. She has traveled to England, Scotland, Ireland, Central Europe, Greece, Italy, Australia and Tahiti.  She loves cruising, whether it is in the Caribbean, Hawaii or the Mediterranean. Hawaii holds a warm place in her heart, but her favorite short vacation destination is still Las Vegas. When Marie is not busy planning your next dream vacation, she loves spending time with her family and grandchildren.    Lacey Sizer  A 2007 graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Lacey brings the creative juices to Firstworld Travel.  Though with a bachelor's degree in the Fine Arts, freelance designing of brochures, advertisements and promotional materials have created for companies such as Kemp's and Breathe Right Nasal Strips.  Painting western, desert landscapes and horses are her niche.  In her free time, she enjoys traveling around the state competing in horse shows with her 4 horses.