Our Story

More Than Three Decades of Going Places Together.

Established in Baltimore, Maryland in 1991 — and we're just getting started.

Since 1991

A Legacy of Personal Travel

Travel Diplomat was established in 1991 and has spent more than three decades helping individuals, families, organizations and groups create memorable travel experiences.

The company was founded by Gerri Wright Ingerson, Founder & Travel Coordinator, who brings more than 30 years of experience in the travel industry. Her professional background also includes entertainment talent management beginning in 1994, adding deep experience in event coordination, logistics, hospitality, relationship management and working with diverse groups.

Throughout Travel Diplomat's history, Gerri has coordinated numerous travel experiences, events and fundraising initiatives alongside churches, senior centers, community organizations and nonprofits — always with the same belief: travel should be personal, memorable, well-planned and meaningful.

Experience

Organizations We Have Worked With

Past travel and fundraising activities have involved organizations and community groups such as:

  • Knights of St. Peter Claver
  • St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
  • Liberty Senior Center
  • American Breast Cancer Foundation
  • Lions Club
  • Health organizations & community groups

Shown as part of Travel Diplomat's history; it does not imply formal endorsements or current partnerships.

Travel Diplomat

Meet Our Team

Personal service is the heart of Travel Diplomat. Our team brings decades of experience in group travel, cruises, motor coach tours, celebrations and custom journey planning.

Gerri Wright Ingerson

Founder & Travel Coordinator

30+ years in travel

  • Group Travel & Tours
  • Cruises
  • Honeymoons & Celebrations
  • Fundraising Travel
  • Custom Vacation Planning

Gerri founded Travel Diplomat in 1991 and has spent more than three decades planning memorable journeys for individuals, families, churches, organizations and groups. Her background also includes entertainment talent management beginning in 1994, bringing deep experience in event coordination, logistics, hospitality and working with diverse groups.

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Thederick Tapp

Motor Coach Travel

Motor coach travel specialist

  • Motor Coach Tours
  • Day & Multi-Day Trips
  • Senior & Church Group Trips
  • Group Transportation
  • Cruise Trips
  • Land Trips

Thederick leads Travel Diplomat's motor coach program — comfortable group adventures near and far, from local day trips and casino runs to multi-day tours and group transportation for churches, organizations and special events.

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Mahoganee Hallman

Travel Professional

12 years in the travel industry

  • Individual Bookings
  • Group Bookings
  • Group Travel & Tours
  • Cruises
  • Honeymoons & Celebrations
  • Fundraising Travel
  • Custom Vacation Planning

Your Trusted Travel Agent – 12 Years of Experience With 12 years of experience in the travel industry, I am a dedicated and passionate travel agent who takes pride in turning travel dreams into unforgettable experiences. As a travel professional with Travel Diplomat – Your Liaison to the World, I specialize in helping individuals, families, and groups explore exciting destinations through cruises, luxury vacations, group travel, and memorable getaways. My commitment to exceptional customer service, attention to detail, and personalized travel planning allows me to create experiences tailored to each client's needs, preferences, and budget. I believe traveling is more than just visiting a destination. It's about creating lifelong memories, discovering new cultures, building relationships, and experiencing the beauty of the world. With 12 years of knowledge, dedication, and a genuine love for travel, my mission is to make every journey seamless, enjoyable, and unforgettable. Travel Diplomat Your Liaison to the World “Your Dream Vacation Is My Passion!”

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Rosetta Hardges

Professional Travel Advisor

2 years in the travel industry

  • Cruises
  • Luxury Getaways
  • Romantic Escapes
  • Group Adventures
  • Families & Couples

Hello, my name is Rosetta Hardges, and I am a proud Travel Advisor with Travel Diplomat, bringing two years of experience, dedication, and a genuine passion for helping others explore the world. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, families, and groups turn their travel dreams into unforgettable experiences. Whether you're planning a relaxing cruise, a luxurious getaway, a romantic escape, or an exciting group adventure, my goal is to make your travel planning experience seamless, enjoyable, and stress-free. I believe travel is more than just visiting new destinations—it's about creating lasting memories, discovering new cultures, celebrating life's special moments, and experiencing the beauty of the world. As your trusted Travel Advisor, I am committed to providing personalized attention, exceptional customer service, and thoughtful travel planning tailored to your unique needs and preferences. My mission is simple: to help you travel with confidence, explore with excitement, and return home with memories that last a lifetime. I'm Rosetta Hardges with Travel Diplomat, where your journey is my passion and your travel dreams are my priority. Let's turn your next vacation into an extraordinary experience!

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Prefer to reach us directly? Call the office at 1-410-412-8386 or email gerriingerson.traveldiplomat@gmail.com and we'll match you with the right travel professional.

For more than three decades, we have helped people go places together.

And we're just getting started.