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Amanda “Mandy” Goddard, Travel Agent in Prosper, TX

Amanda “Mandy” Goddard

Prosper, TX Travel Agent

Amanda “Mandy” Goddard

Prosper, TX · 14 Years of Experience

Cruise By Mandy LLC, an independent agent with KHM Travel Group, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(68)
100% Recommended
First cruise and we used Mandy to help us. She was great and made the process so easy. Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Virgin Islands, Vancouver, Bahamas, Costa Rica, Iceland

Interests:

Cruises, Family Vacations, Groups, Transatlantic, Honeymoons

Suppliers:

Norwegian Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises®, Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean

About Me

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Hello! I’m a cruise specialist with a true passion for helping others explore the world by sea. Since taking my first cruise in 2000, I’ve spent over 600 nights at sea, sailing with more than 22 different cruise lines and visiting 200+ ports around the globe. These personal experiences have given me a deep understanding of the cruising world, which I love sharing with my clients to help them plan unforgettable journeys.  

In 2025, I was honored to be named the CLIA Elite Cruise Counselor of the Year and inducted into the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Hall of Fame. I hold the Elite Cruise Counselor (ECC) certification from CLIA and am a Certified Travel Associate (CTA), along with multiple accreditations from individual cruise lines. These achievements reflect my commitment to ongoing education and excellence in the travel industry.  

Before transitioning to travel, I spent years in education, teaching high school math and earning both my Master's degree and principal certification in Texas. Today, I bring that same educational mindset to travel—helping clients see the world as an incredible classroom filled with learning, discovery, and unforgettable experiences.
Let’s plan your next adventure together.

Schedule a phone appointment here: https://calendly.com/cruisebymandy/travel-talk
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Cruises - Experienced, Accredited, and ZERO fees!

If you’re looking for someone with both extensive experience and industry credentials—including CLIA Elite Cruise Counselor status, individual cruise line certifications, and more than 600 nights at sea across 20+ cruise lines (over 200 of those with my own children)—I’d love to help guide your next adventure.

I believe in offering honest, straightforward advice and drawing on my background in education and school leadership to make travel both enriching and accessible. I especially enjoy helping families turn cruise vacations into meaningful learning experiences and often seek out ways to include volunteer opportunities along the way.

I was selected as the sole 2025 inductee into the CLIA Hall of
Fame.

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
68 reviews
100% Recommended
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Fun first trip!
Reviewed By CProceed34 - Tyler, TX | Traveled to Cozumel | Quintana Roo | Mexico
First cruise and we used Mandy to help us. She was great and made the process so easy.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fun first family cruise!
Reviewed By flavi33 - McKinney, Texas | Traveled to Roatan | Honduras | Central America
Mandy did an amazing job guiding us in the right direction for our first cruise. We had a lot of questions before booking and she was great at answering every single one of them. The cruise she suggested was perfect for our group and provided excellent entertainment for all three generations in our family. This was our first cruise but definitely not our last.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Another great trip
Reviewed By ericrnbsn - Detroit, Mi | Traveled to Portugal | Europe
Mandy has now helped us book over 20 amazing vacations. She goes above and beyond and this trip was no different.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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She did it again!
Reviewed By Cruisin Ann - Tomball, TX | Traveled to Roatan | Honduras | Central America
This was our second booking with Cruise by Mandy but won’t be our last! Her help with booking and finding us a better room with better rate after we were already booked is just the best example of going above and beyond!! Plus, this time she helped us with a name change the week of our departure….while she was on vacation with her family! She is truly the best!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Great trip and first time experience
Reviewed By Mykelborn - Salina KS | Traveled to Dominica | Caribbean
We booked with Mandy through a referral from a friend of mine. We had a great experience and it was an easy process booking. We enjoyed our trip and very thankful for her experience and guidance!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
CLIA Hall of Fame Inductee 2025 / ECC of the Year
CLIA Elite Cruise Counselor (ECC)
Certified Travel Associate (CTA)
KHM Southwest Region Agent of the Year 2023/2024
Advisory Board - KHM Travel Group (2022-2024)

My Places

When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.

My Travel Stories

Ketchikan, Alaska (Yummy salmon tacos!)

Ketchikan on a Budget - Alaska Cruise

A cruise can be expensive, no doubt about it.  But how can we maximize and stretch that dollar so we can enjoy shore excursions as a couple or family without blowing our children’s college fund?  By planning in advance!    Salmon Capital  Ketchikan is known as the salmon capital of the world.  And ...
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