Southern Caribbean and the Bahamas
Aruba, Curaçao, Bonaire, Barbados and St. Lucia, plus private islands in the Bahamas, from a long weekend to a full week.
Why use a cruise travel agent
Every cruise looks the same online. At sea, the ship you pick is the whole vacation.
Hundreds of ships, dozens of cabin categories, and the best shows, dining and excursions sell out months before you sail. The wrong ship can make a great itinerary feel long.
That is where I come in. I match the ship to who is sailing, choose the cabin that is a real upgrade, and book the extras before they fill.
Cydnie BrownYour cruise travel agent in Stacy, MN
Southern Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe cruises
Where to sail
Europe and the Mediterranean
A new city most mornings, without packing a bag again.
Alaska
Glaciers, whales and mountain railways, on the route where a balcony earns its keep.
Family cruises
Kids clubs, water parks and family staterooms, on ships built for every age.
Family vacationsRoyal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian and MSC
Cruise lines I book
Best for thrills
Royal Caribbean
Huge ships with water parks, surf simulators and rock walls, plus a day at Perfect Day at CocoCay, its private island.
Best for value
Carnival
Relaxed, fun and great value, with water slides, comedy shows and short sailings from many US ports.
Best for groups
Norwegian
No set dinner times and lots of restaurants, so a big group can eat together or split up as it likes.
Best for Europe
MSC
Modern ships with a European feel, strong Mediterranean routes and Ocean Cay, its private island in the Bahamas.
Sample cruise itineraries
Cruises I would plan for you
A Bahamas getaway with a private island
- Night beforeA hotel near the Florida port, so sail day starts relaxed.
- Day 1Board early, find the water park and watch sail away from the top deck.
- Day 2Nassau: a beach day or a snorkel trip booked ahead.
- Day 3The private island: slides, a beach cabana and lunch on the sand.
- Day 4A sea day, the kids club and a family dinner before you sail home.
The ABC islands and beyond
- Days 1 to 2Board in San Juan, find the water slides, and a sea day to settle in.
- Day 3Aruba: Eagle Beach and a snorkel stop over a shipwreck.
- Day 4Curaçao: the colorful Willemstad waterfront and a swim at a hidden cove.
- Day 5Bonaire: some of the best shore snorkeling in the Caribbean.
- Day 6Barbados or St. Lucia, depending on the ship: swim with sea turtles or see the Pitons.
- Day 7A last sea day and the celebration dinner before San Juan.
Alaska’s Inside Passage
- Day 1Sail from Seattle, balcony doors open.
- Day 3Juneau: whale watching and the Mendenhall Glacier.
- Day 4Skagway: the White Pass mountain railway.
- Day 5Glacier viewing from the deck, hot chocolate in hand.
- Day 6Ketchikan: totem poles, salmon and a float plane if you are brave.
- Day 7Victoria, then back to Seattle.
Every cruise is matched to your crew, your dates and your budget. These show the shape of what is possible; exact ports vary by ship and sailing.
Cruise planning, done for you
What you get
The ship, matched
Big and lively or calmer and smaller, on the line that actually suits who you are bringing.
The cabin worth paying for
Family staterooms, connecting cabins and which balcony is a real upgrade on your ship.
Dining and shows booked
The restaurants and shows that fill before you sail, reserved before they do.
Ports, and what to do
The excursions worth it, and the ports where the better day is staying aboard.
Sail day, in order
The hotel the night before, the transfer to the port and what time to actually arrive.
Text me while you sail
If anything changes, someone on land already knows your booking.
Questions
Cruise questions
Does it cost more to book a cruise through a travel agent?
No. The cruise line pays my commission, so you pay the same fare as booking direct, and there is no planning fee on cruises.
Which cruise line is best for our family?
It depends on who is coming. Royal Caribbean has the biggest thrills for kids and teens, Carnival is relaxed and great value, Norwegian suits groups who want flexible dining, and MSC is strong for Europe. I match the line and the ship to your crew.
Is a balcony stateroom worth it?
On scenic routes like Alaska, usually yes. On a short Caribbean sailing where you are off the ship most days, often not. I tell you which category is a real upgrade on your ship.
How far ahead should we book a cruise?
Nine to eighteen months ahead gives the best choice of staterooms, especially for school breaks and family cabins. Closer-in sailings can work well too, so it is always worth asking.
Do we need travel insurance for a cruise?
I recommend it for every cruise. Medical care at sea and missed sailings can be expensive, and I can quote a travel insurance plan alongside your booking.
Tell me who is sailing
Ages, dates and what makes a perfect day at sea for your crew. I will take it from there.
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