Founded in 1955, Lake Forest Travel Bureau continues being a reputable mainstay in the north shore community of Chicago. Lake Forest Travel is owned by Monica Varri, born in Spain and educated in Latin America and the US. She works with her mother, Helen Varri, Swiss born and educated, as well as other amazing, enthusiastic well-traveled colleagues. Our agency was one of the original founding members of Virtuoso, the world’s most prestigious leisure travel networks. Other preferred partnerships include: Abercrombie and Kent, a Four Seasons Preferred, Bellini Belmond Club Member, a Ritz Stars Member. All these affiliations, combined with our driving interest to provide an exceptional travel experience, are what set us apart from other travel agencies.