Expedition CruiseTravel for Bold Explorers

Rooting for the Galapagos, one tree at a time.

I have spent my career turning curious travelers into confident ones, and expedition cruising is where that work feels most alive to me.

I am Robin Bandong, a Certified Travel Advisor and independent contractor with Outlander Travel LLC in Cary, North Carolina. I hold a degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Travel Management, and I have spent years earning expert-level certifications across destinations and cruise lines. I have done the ship tours, walked the ports, and asked the questions most people do not think to ask until they are already on board. That preparation is what I bring to every single booking.

Destinations I Specialize in

Antarctica, the Arctic and Svalbard, the Galapagos Islands, Patagonia, Alaska's Inside Passage, Norwegian fjords, and the Amazon. These are not destinations you stumble into. They take real planning, real expertise, and an adviser who has done the homework.

Types of Travel I Plan

I work with small-ship expedition cruise lines including Hurtigruten, Lindblad Expeditions, Ponant, Silversea Expeditions, and Quark Expeditions. I specialize in matching travelers to the right ship and the right sailing, whether you are booking your first expedition cruise or your fifth polar voyage.

How I Work with Clients

My process is straightforward. I get to know what drives your sense of curiosity, and I build everything around that. Expedition cruises book 12 to 18 months in advance, and the details matter: the right cabin category, expedition gear guidance, travel protection, and any pre or post voyage extensions you want to add. I handle the complexity so you can focus on showing up ready.

Travel has been part of my life since childhood. My parents and grandparents took me everywhere, from the Canadian Rockies and across the United States to the Caribbean and Europe, and those trips shaped how I see the world and how I plan travel for others.

FAQ

Q: Do I need prior expedition experience to book one of these voyages? A: No. I work with first-timers and seasoned explorers alike. What matters most is an open mind and a willingness to let nature set the pace. I will handle everything else.

Q: How early should I start planning an expedition cruise? A: Ideally 12 to 18 months out. The best ships and departure dates fill quickly. The earlier we connect, the more options you have.

Ready to go somewhere genuinely wild? Let's start the conversation. [email protected] | 919-625-9055 | outlandertravel.com/robin | calendly.com/robin-bandong