Luxury Ocean and River Cruise Specialist

Getting ready to take to the skies over Denali NP

 I am a licensed and certified Luxury Travel Advisor and cruise specialist based in the United States, serving clients nationwide who value expert planning, personalized service, and exceptional travel experiences.

Through Vacations by Andrea, I specialize in luxury ocean cruises, European river cruises, expedition voyages, world cruises, and custom land journeys designed for discerning travelers, couples, solo travelers, and private groups.

I work with many of the world’s most respected luxury and premium travel brands, including Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea Cruises, Avalon Waterways, AmaWaterways, Tauck, and UniGlobe, along with other comparable ultra-luxury, expedition, and boutique cruise and tour operators.

My role is to match each client with the right brand, ship, itinerary, and experience—not just a quote.

Luxury River Cruise Specialist – Europe, Asia & Beyond

River cruising is one of my core specialties, offering an intimate and culturally immersive way to explore the world. I plan European river cruises along iconic waterways such as the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, Main, Moselle, and Mekong Rivers, with itineraries that visit historic and scenic port cities including Amsterdam, Budapest, Vienna, Passau, Regensburg, Cologne, Strasbourg, Basel, Porto, Paris, Avignon, Lyon, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap. From Danube Christmas Market cruises and Rhine wine sailings to Portugal’s Douro Valley and Vietnam & Cambodia Mekong journeys, I guide clients through every detail—choosing the right cabin, cruise line, season, and shore excursions—so they enjoy a seamless, enriched experience while unpacking just once.

Ocean Cruises, Expedition Cruises & World Voyages

I also specialize in luxury ocean cruising and expedition travel, including Alaska cruises, Mediterranean and Northern Europe sailings, and long-haul bucket-list destinations such as Iceland, Norway, Scotland, Ireland, Japan, South America, and the South Pacific.

For adventurous travelers, I plan expedition cruises to Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Galápagos Islands, where expert-led excursions, Zodiac landings, and wildlife encounters redefine exploration.

For those seeking the ultimate journey, I provide strategic planning and guidance for full World Cruises and World Cruise segments, handling the logistics, timing, and cabin selection that make these complex itineraries successful.

Alaska, British Isles & Custom Land Journeys

Alaska is a long-standing focus of my business. I help clients determine the best time to cruise Alaska, which itineraries include Glacier Bay, how to combine cruise and land tours such as Denali, and which ships offer the best viewing, enrichment, and value.I also design custom land-focused itineraries in Ireland and Scotland, ideal for travelers interested in culture, history, scenic landscapes, and slower-paced exploration—often paired with small-ship cruises or guided touring.

Group Travel & Private Luxury ExperiencesIn addition to individual travel, I specialize in group cruises and private luxury departures, including hosted sailings, affinity groups, milestone celebrations, and multigenerational travel. My group clients benefit from exclusive amenities, onboard credits, prepaid gratuities, preferred pricing, and hosted experiences whenever available.

What Working With Me Includes

• Personalized cruise and land planning tailored to your travel style

• Expert guidance on ships, stateroom categories, and itineraries

• Airfare strategy, travel protection, transfers, and pre/post hotels

• Access to group rates, luxury perks, and VIP amenities

• Clear communication and professional support from inquiry through return

What Sets Me Apart

I take the time to understand how you want to travel, not just where you want to go. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, planning a once-in-a-lifetime expedition, cruising solo, or organizing a luxury group experience, I bring industry expertise, destination knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail to every itinerary. I advocate for my clients before, during, and after travel—because exceptional trips require more than an online booking.