FAQs

Absolutely. There is so much to consider here. Are you a foodie? Is entertainment important to you? You may think that you won’t be spending much time in the room, but are you considering how much time you will spend on your balcony eating breakfast, watching the ship pull into…

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Of course, and I always plan those in for you. Airfare costs can be offset by being flexible and staying a day or two before and/or after your cruise. I can plan all the transfers, train tickets as needed (all first class, of course), accommodations, and tours that allow you…

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My specialties include Europe and the Mediterranean, Asia, Hawai‘i, Alaska, the Caribbean, and unusual destinations worldwide. I try to find those “un-Googleable” one-of-a-kind experiences that will move you….

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Yes. I plan immersive expedition voyages to extraordinary destinations such as Antarctica, the Galápagos, Greenland, Norway, Alaska, and other remote regions. I will listen to you and determine whether you want a science-based learning, history, and culture experience where you help with experiments in the labs on board the ships,…

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I work with a wide variety of ocean, river, small-ship, yacht-style, and expedition cruise lines. Each brand has a specific segment that differentiates it from the others. My job is to match you with the brand that best meets your travel needs and desires….

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Yes. I can plan trips for all types of travelers….

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Yes. Thoughtful timing, smaller ships, private touring, quieter accommodations, and lesser-visited destinations can create a more relaxed experience. While crowds cannot always be avoided entirely, I’ll help you navigate around them whenever possible….

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Yes. I curate shorter escapes focused on restoration, wellness, privacy, and meaningful time away—from peaceful resorts and spa retreats to private villas removed from the crowds….

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Yes. I specialize in this. I’ve put trips together with everything included from premium or first/business class air, private transfers (the kind where they have your name on a sign), incredible villas, train tickets, and one-of-a-kind (like “skip the line”) experiences….

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I offer customized, exclusive, exceptional, exotic, experiential, immersive journeys and build value over cost-not cookie-cutter trips….

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Sometimes you may need to book directly to use loyalty points or rewards, but I can let you know as we begin to plan your journey….

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Yes, if your budget is realistic to what you are desiring. I pride myself on curating exceptional journeys and interpreting value for what is most important to you….

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Final-payment dates vary by supplier and type of travel. It totally depends on the company, and most differ slightly. I will provide clear communication on all payment due dates….

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The travel suppliers that I work with do require a deposit, and the amount can vary depending on whether a promotion has reduced the amount, and refundability/cancellation costs will vary as well….

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The cost can sometimes be the same, but what most travelers don’t realize is that you are paying commission to the travel provider or the travel advisor, so you might as well pay it to a travel advisor who is much more than an “order taker”. I always look for…

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I can provide general guidance and point you to official government websites, but ultimately it is the traveler’s responsibility; you must verify all passport, visa, vaccination, and entry requirements before departure….

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You’ll have contact information for the appropriate in-destination or supplier support, along with my guidance when assistance is needed. I cannot control weather, airlines, supplier decisions, acts of war, etc., but you will not be left wondering whom to contact or what to do next.  I can put you in…

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Let me know as soon as possible. I can refer you to the travel suppliers’ policies and point you to your travel insurance company if a claim is needed….

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Yes. I will always provide you with a travel insurance quote, as you “don’t need it until you need it”. Travel insurance should cover you from the time you leave your driveway until you return home. I will ensure that your entire trip is covered and advise you on when…

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Contacting me 9-24 months in advance is best, but I’ve been able to plan some last-minute trips on a few occasions. Prices are typically cheaper (and the promotions better) the earlier you book. Some trips, like world cruises, can be made a few years in advance….

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We will start with a conversation where I get to know you and your travel desires. From there, I will send 1-2 quotes, and we will refine as we go….

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I do not charge a professional planning fee. What most travelers don’t realize is that you are paying commission to the travel provider or the travel advisor, so you might as well pay it to a travel advisor who is much more than an “order taker.”…

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Unless you have an unlimited travel budget, this is where I come in. I listen to what is most important to you and plan accordingly. The cheapest option may leave you disappointed, or the most expensive option may not meet your specific desires. I help you allocate your time and…

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If you absolutely love planning trips, researching travel partners and/or have developed a relationship with them, you keep up on the latest global travel information, you know about and keep up with the ever changing passport and visa requirements, you have access to travel partners that will only work with…

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