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Ilja Chapman, Travel Agent in Key Largo, FL

Ilja Chapman

Key Largo, FL Travel Agent
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Ilja Chapman

Key Largo, FL · 12 Years of Experience

Voyage Blue Travel, an independent agent with Travel Resources Group, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(32)
100% Recommended
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Greece, Turkey, Caribbean, Croatia, Portugal

Interests:

Small Ship Cruises, European Culture, Scuba, Overwater Bungalows, Cruises

Suppliers:

Windstar Cruises, Tauck

About Me

Windstar Cruises Sailing and All-suite Motor Yacht
Windstar Cruises Sailing and All-suite Motor Yacht

Windstar Cruises Expert! I'm Ilja Chapman, owner of Voyage Blue Travel and a small ship cruise specialist with a unique insider's view of Windstar Cruises.

I don’t just book Windstar, I have lived it. My husband and I once worked onboard their iconic sailing yachts, giving me behind-the-scenes insight into the onboard culture, crew, and destinations that make Windstar so distinct.

That firsthand experience combined with years of designing luxury journeys for discerning travelers, means my team and I bring unmatched knowledge and passion to every Windstar cruise we plan.

From the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Islands to the culturally rich passages between Istanbul and Athens, I’ve sailed these Windstar itineraries myself. I’ve also experienced the newer, all-suite yachts as a guest, so I understand exactly what today’s sophisticated traveler is looking for in terms of service, space, and style. Whether you’re drawn to the romance of the sails or the refined comforts of Windstar’s expedition yachts, we’ll help you choose the voyage that suits your taste and travel dreams.

Clients have trusted us to plan Windstar adventures in Tahiti, Costa Rica, and now even Alaska and we’re proud to say many return year after year for another small-ship escape. I love curating journeys that celebrate the unique spirit of each destination.

Some of my personal favorites include the South Pacific islands of Tahiti, the whitewashed coastlines of Greece, the dramatic cliffs of Iceland, and the fjords of Norway. Each of these places comes alive in a way only Windstar can offer: intimate ports, immersive excursions, and a relaxed onboard atmosphere that feels like a private yacht.When you work with me and my team, you’re not just booking a cruise, you are gaining trusted advisors who know these ships, these destinations, and the expectations of the well-traveled guest.

At Voyage Blue Travel, we tailor every detail to your preferences, whether it’s arranging a pre-cruise stay in Athens, securing a balcony suite with the perfect view, or planning private shore experiences that take you beyond the crowds.Choosing Voyage Blue Travel means choosing a team that is as passionate about your adventure as you are. With our deep-rooted experience in Windstar Cruises, we’ll help you turn your next voyage into a story worth telling, one filled with beauty, connection, and the magic of discovering the world by sea.

Additional Languages
Dutch,
German,
Spanish

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
32 reviews
100% Recommended
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Had a "Girls 60th Birthday Cruise, Best Ever!
Reviewed By Pam - Key Largo, Florida | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
She is very professional, very friendly and is always very helpful
Ilja Chapman responded
"Thank you Pam, looking forward to work with you again in the near future. My pleasure to help you and your friends and family find the perfect FUN getaway. Bon Voyage, Ilja"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Absolutely Care Free Cruise!
Reviewed By Beav - Newburyport, MA | Traveled to San Juan ~ Puerto Rico ~ Caribbean
Ilja is the best. She is knowledgeable, experienced, organized,
and dependable. Because of Ilja our trip was absolutely care free.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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MANY best trips of our lives!
Reviewed By Happy Travelers - Hollis Center, Me | Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe
We have worked with Ilja on several trips and she brings not only a wealth of personal experience of the world - but an attention to every detail.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trip(s) of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By CRobertson - Key Largo, FL | Traveled to Maldives ~ Central Asia
Ilja is attentive, organized, thorough, and everything you would in a travel agent!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Ilja-a must for domestic and international travel
Reviewed By Kathy - Danville, Vermont | Traveled to Azores ~ Portugal ~ Europe
Ilja has helped us with flight arrangements and accommodations for the past 6 years or so. She is the calming presence in the storm of traveling, helping us with cancelled flights, trips that were canceled as Covid began its world-wide spread. We would never plan a trip without her help and feel very lucky to have found her.
Ilja Chapman responded
"So nice to look back on your feedback from 2023, knowing you still book your travel arrangements with us. We certainly consider you as a loyal, and well appreciate client who has supported our business for several years now. Thank You! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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My Places

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Client Testimonials

To the land down under
We enthusiastically recommend Ilja to help with anyone’s travel plans – whether just a short trip or the trip of a lifetime. What a pleasure it was to have all the flights, hotels, cars, boats, train and transfers taken care of – all we had to worry about was being on time for the next adventure.
Marcy and Scott, NH
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