Colin Carandang, Travel Agent in Houston, TX

Colin Carandang

Houston, TX Travel Agent

Colin Carandang

Houston, TX · 4 Years of Experience

An independent agent with Avoya Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
About
My Travel Specialties
Certificates & Awards
My Places
Travel Stories & Media

Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Austria, Greece, Netherlands, Portugal, Australia

Interests:

LGBTQ+ Travel, Solo Travel, River Cruises, Adult Only, Culinary & Foodie

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Virgin Voyages, Oceania Cruises, Avalon Waterways, Azamara

About Me

LGBT Travel Specialist: Solo, Couples & Groups

As a gay solo traveler, I bring personal experience and authentic understanding to planning LGBT travel. I specialize in crafting travel experiences for LGBT travelers whether traveling solo, as couples, or groups of friends. Whether attending Pride events worldwide, reveling in LGBT festivals, sailing on LGBT-friendly lines like Virgin Voyages and Celebrity, celebrating a milestone with your partner, exploring the world solo while seeking community, or traveling with friends to experience global LGBT culture, I understand what matters most: safety, acceptance, and finding spaces where you can be authentically yourself. From Pride festivals in Amsterdam and Taipei to adults-only cruise sailings and LGBT-welcoming destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, and beyond, I help you discover not just beautiful places, but meaningful connections and unforgettable experiences within the global LGBT community. Let's plan your next adventure together.
Additional Languages
Spanish,
Tagalog

My Travel Specialties

LGBT Travel Specialist: Solo, Couples & Groups

LGBT Travel Specialist: Solo, Couples & Groups
As a gay solo traveler who has journeyed across six continents, I don't just plan LGBT travel—I live it. Every destination I recommend, every cruise line I suggest, and every safety consideration I discuss comes from personal experience navigating the world as an openly gay traveler. This authent...Read More ▶

Adults-Only Solo Traveler Cruise Specialist

Adults-Only Solo Traveler Cruise Specialist
Welcome! I'm Colin Carandang - Your Adults-Only Solo Cruise Expert As a Certified Cruise Counselor and owner of Alpas Travel, LLC, I specialize in creating exceptional cruise experiences with Virgin Voyages, Oceania Cruises, and Azamara. The name "Alpas" comes from Tagalog...Read More ▶

Solo River Cruising & AmaWaterways Specialist

Solo River Cruising & AmaWaterways Specialist
Welcome! I'm Colin Carandang - Your AmaWaterways Solo Travel Expert As a Certified Cruise Counselor and owner of Alpas Travel, LLC, I specialize in creating exceptional solo river cruising experiences with AmaWaterways. The name "Alpas" comes from Tagalog, meaning "to brea...Read More ▶

Independent Travel Specialist

Independent Travel Specialist
Ahoy and welcome! I’m Colin Carandang, a passionate travel advisor and Certified Cruise Counselor (CCC) with a love for helping people stress less about planning and rediscover the joy of meaningful travel. While I have a background in culinary arts, travel and trip planning have al...Read More ▶

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.
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
CCC - Certified Cruise Counselor with CLIA
AmaWaterways Certified Advisor
Virgin Voyages - Gold Tier Certified Advisor

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 Photo Albums and Videos

Virgin Voyages: Resilient Lady
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Taste of Antwerp: Waffles, Beer, & Chocolates
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