Who we are

Whether you're looking to hike the Alps, swim in the Caribbean, ski in Austria, or float along the Agean Sea, one of us has been there. We are here to answer your questions, book your travel and accommodations and point out those hidden secrets that make your vacation the best you've ever taken. Call or email us. We'll send you on the trip of a lifetime.

Perhaps best known for winning two silver medals in skiing at the 1960 Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley, Penny has taken her European ski racing experience and successfully run ski and hiking trips to the Alps for thirty years. Her knowledge of the mountains, the people, and the countries combined with her ability to speak German and French fluently make for great trips - well organized, educational and fun. Penny personally escorts each trip, but gauges the abilities of the individuals when deciding daily adventures. Having achieved over 75% repeat business consistently on each trip over the years, Penny must be doing something right! Come join her on a skiing or hiking adventure!

Karen joined the staff of Penny Pitou Travel in September 1995. She is an enthusiastic skier, and has had the opportunity to ski at Jackson Hole, Wyoming; Utah; Colorado; and the Canadian Rockies. She has enjoyed cruises to destinations in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Bermuda. Karen has completed a specialist course with Cruise West, which offers small ship cruising to Alaska, British Columbia, and Mexico. She has also completed a Canadian Specialist course.

Karen is very excited about developing small group trips in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Her first venture was with Backroads bicycling through the Napa Valley. Other trips include a Spa weekend in Eastern Canada. If you have a group of co-workers or friends that would be interested in traveling together, call Karen to organize your next venture.

Janet has been in the travel industry for 20 years beginning with Penny Pitou Travel in 1985. After a 9 year absence managing another travel agency, Janet has rejoined the staff and is now working from her home and servicing clients from the Concord area as well as the Lakes Region. Janet is a Certified Travel Consultant and was an instructor for the Penny Pitou Travel School. Janet has extensive travel experience including China, England, Ireland, Switzerland, Hawaii and Florida. She has also cruised on several ships throughout the Caribbean.

Kim has worked for Penny Pitou Travel, Inc. since October 1983. She holds an Associate degree in Travel and Tourism, and has passed the Certified Travel Consultant course from ICTA. Kim has traveled extensively over the last 20 years including many adventure destinations in Western Europe, the Canadian Rockies, the Grand Canyon and Costa Rica, along with a variety of cruise experiences. Kim specializes in independent and action travel to Europe, Costa Rica, family vacations, active vacations and cruising. She feels strongly about responsible tourism, learning and caring for the environment and cultures of the places she visits.

Kim has also traveled extensively in France and spent a long weekend devoted to finding wonderful, small hotels in Paris.

Family travel is another area where Kim has extensive knowledge. She has recently spent time on the Mayan Riviera with her husband and children and has some great ideas for your next family vacation.

Jane graduated in 1985 from the Travel Education Center and also holds BS from Granite State College. She is a Certified Travel Counselor, a designation conferred by the Institute of Certified Travel Agents for professionals who have completed a comprehensive certification program. She is also a member of the Switzerland Network and has completed the Australia and the South Africa Destination Specialist Program. Jane has traveled to Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Hawaii, Ecuador, the Panama Canal, San Blas Islands, Costa Rica, Mexico, the Caribbean, France, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Greece, the British Isles, Ireland, the Canadian Rockies, and much of the United States. Jane has also hiked and climbed in the Alps, Dolomites, Greek Islands, and Canary Islands.

If you are looking for a ski vacation in Europe, call Jane and let her customize the trip for you or your group. She can handle everything from air to private motorcoach transfers, hotel reservations, and special evening events. She has traveled to most of the major European ski resorts including Courchevel, Val d’Isère, and Chamonix, France; Verbier, Grindelwald, Davos, Flims, and Zermatt, Switzerland; Lech, St. Anton, and Kitzbuehel, Austria.

Anne is a 1984 graduate of the Travel Education Center and has been working with Penny Pitou Travel Inc. since 1991. She has traveled to Europe and several Caribbean islands. Anne is a graduate of the Disney College of Knowledge and has visited Disneyland and Disney World several times. Her travels in the United States have taken her to Hawaii, Las Vegas and Florida. One of her most memorable trips was to Canada, to enjoy the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. She has taken several Caribbean cruises with a variety of cruise lines. Anne is an avid golfer, and is looking forward to developing golf tours to various destinations. She has recently completed a Scandinavian Specialist Course in addition to her Small Ship certification thru Cruise West.

Vanessa grew up in New Delhi, India. She came to the United States as a young adult, and worked for Time magazine in New York. She has lived in New Hampshire for the last eleven years and has worked for Penny Pitou Travel, Inc. since 1996. She enjoys travel, theatre, reading, cooking, needlepoint and hiking. She has traveled in Asia, Europe, North and South America. Still on her wish list: Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, Kenya, Egypt and Turkey, to name a few destinations. Her ultimate wish list? To have visited at least 100 lands!

Kim began her travel career in 1975 after attending the Boyd Career School in Pittsburgh, PA. Always intrigued by travel, Kim has traveled extensively throughout Europe including Norway, Denmark, Austria, Switzerland, Greece, Portugal and the UK to name a few. Kim's other travel adventures have taken her on Safari in Kenya and downunder to Australia and New Zealand. A few highlights of her many travels include navigating the passage into port at Bora Bora on Windstar's Windsong and viewing twin cheetahs with their mother "up close and personal" in the Masai Mara. Other areas well known to Kim include Arizona and the National Parks of the Southwest, ski areas in France, Switzerland and Austria as well as hiking adventures. Kim had the unique experience of visiting the Galapagos Islands with Lindblad Travel. "One of the most unique travel experiences yet!" Snorkeling with the sea lions was a real highlight for Kim and her son.

Recent trips include Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, an inaugural sailing on the Crown Princess and staying in the mountains of North Carolina.

Kim completed her CTC (Certified Travel Consultant) designation in 1985 and also developed a curriculum and taught travel school from 1985 to 1990.

Kim became Executive Vice President of Penny Pitou Travel in 1988 and has 30 years experience.

Bobbi became a member of the staff in the North Conway office of Penny Pitou Travel in June of 1996. As an avid skier and former ski instructor, Bobbi has skied throughout New England, Colorado, Nevada, California and Canada. She has earned recognition as a Ski Specialist with the Vail Resorts, one of her favorite destinations. Also an enthusiastic golfer, Bobbi recently received recognition as a Destination Specialists with British Tourist Authority, the Irish Tourist Board Shamrock Club, and as a Golf Specialist with the Travel Institute.
If you are interested in a Walt Disney vacation Bobbi is a graduate of the College of Disney Knowledge and can assist you with all aspects of the perfect Disney getaway. Both the Marriott Corporation and Starwood Hotels group have recognized Bobbi as having completed their respective hotel sales training programs along with Norwegian Cruise Lines, Carnival, Celebrity and the Cruise West Company as a small ship partner.

Roger began his travel career at GOGO Vacations in 1975. After moving to the Lakes Region, he joined Travel Partners. Roger joined the staff at Penny Pitou Travel in July, 2007.

Roger has traveled extensively in Great Britain,Europe and Egypt. He has also cruised in Europe, Transatlantic and the Caribbean.