Verified Professional Standing
Credentials & Certifications
Valerie Baker-Wynn holds industry certifications from the leading travel trade bodies — ASTA, CLIA, IATA, and Travel Leaders Network. Each credential below is listed with the issuing organization, what it means in plain language, and, where available, a third-party verification link and the certificate itself.
Windblown Travel, LLC is based in South Bend, Indiana and operates as an independent affiliate of A.S.A.P. Cruises Inc. Questions about any credential? Get in touch.
ASTA Verified Travel Advisor (VTA)
Issued by American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) · January 2022
The Verified Travel Advisor designation is ASTA's professional certification for travel advisors, confirming completed coursework in ethics, business practice, and client advocacy, and confirming that Valerie Baker-Wynn is a verified, practicing travel professional.
CLIA Master Cruise Counsellor (MCC)
Issued by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) · January 2021
The Master Cruise Counsellor designation is CLIA's advanced cruise certification, earned through cruise line training, ship inspections, and sailing experience across multiple brands. It signals deep, first-hand knowledge of ships, itineraries, and onboard product.
CLIA Accredited Cruise Counsellor (ACC)
Issued by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) · January 2019
The Accredited Cruise Counsellor designation certifies completed CLIA training in cruise product knowledge, ship familiarization, and matching travellers to the right ship, cabin, and itinerary.
IATA Accredited Travel Agency
Issued by International Air Transport Association (IATA) · January 2018
IATA accreditation identifies Windblown Travel as a recognised travel agency within the global airline distribution system, allowing the agency to be identified and paid by airlines, cruise lines, and tour operators worldwide.
Travel Leaders Super Agent
Issued by Travel Leaders Network · January 2024
Super Agent recognition is awarded by Travel Leaders Network to advisors who complete extensive supplier training and meet production and service benchmarks within the network.