Australia & New Zealand Cruise Specialist
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Vlad Silverman
Palo Alto, CA Travel Agent· 3 Years of Experience
AV Cruises and Travel, an independent agent with Aurora Cruises & Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
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Our family recently returned from a Celebrity cruise in Southeast Asia, all flawlessly organized by Vlad. This was our second cruise, and thanks to Vlad’s meticulous... Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Melbourne, Sydney, Milford Sound, Wellington, RotoruaInterests:
Luxury Cruises, Luxury HotelsSuppliers:
Celebrity Cruises, Princess Cruises®, Seabourn, Royal CaribbeanAbout Me
Evening in Melbourne
As a dedicated Australia and New Zealand Cruise Specialist, I bring firsthand experience and deep destination knowledge to every itinerary I design. My recent luxury voyage aboard Celebrity Edge from Sydney to Auckland allowed me to explore some of the most breathtaking regions of Oceania — from the dramatic fjords of Milford, Doubtful, and Dusky Sounds to the cultural and coastal gems of Dunedin, Christchurch, Picton, Wellington, Napier, Tauranga, and the Bay of Islands.
What sets me apart is my meticulous approach to planning. I personally curated every detail of this journey — from pre-cruise staying in Melbourne and Sydney, while exploring Australia, to selecting the best shore excursions, timing daily activities, and choosing trusted local tour providers. Such hands-on experience allows me to offer my clients insider recommendations that go far beyond standard cruise itineraries.
Contact me to book your dream cruise. I ensure every moment of your journey is optimized for comfort, discovery, and unforgettable memories.
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Melbourne, Sydney, Milford Sound, Wellington, RotoruaInterests:
Luxury Cruises, Luxury HotelsSuppliers:
Celebrity Cruises, Princess Cruises®, Seabourn, Royal CaribbeanREVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
5 reviews
100% Recommended
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VIETNAM & THAILAND CRUISE
Reviewed By VS_Cutomer - FosterCity, CA | Traveled to Hong Kong | East and Southeast Asia
Our family recently returned from a Celebrity cruise in Southeast Asia, all flawlessly organized by Vlad. This was our second cruise, and thanks to Vlad’s meticulous planning, it quickly became the most memorable experience of the year. From the moment we decided to book, Vlad took care of every detail—booking our flights and planning pre- and post-cruise itinerary, including hotels reservations and arranging full day-to-day activities that perfectly balanced relaxation and adventure.
In every port, he secured tours with top-rated guides, ensuring we experienced each destination at its very best. Even on board, Vlad’s guidance helped us make the most of all activities.
What sets Vlad apart is his genuine care and dedication. He goes beyond simply booking trips—he crafts truly personalized experiences that create lasting memories. Our satisfaction exceeded all expectations, and we cannot recommend him highly enough. We are already looking forward to our next journey with Vlad, confident it will be just as exceptional!
Vlad Silverman responded
"It was a great pleasure not only planning and organizing your trip, but also travelling with you.
Look forward for planning your next cruise.
With regards,
---Vlad"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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very professional and friendly
Reviewed By Alex - Foster City, CA | Traveled to Thailand | East and Southeast Asia
Vlad plans your trip very well. He customizes it for your interests and priorities. He even approached the cruise management and made sure that we had a very nice chess set with the chess clock. It made our time at sea full of fun. Looking forward to more trips organized by Vlad.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Wonderful trip
Reviewed By Lia - San Francisco CA | Traveled to Thailand | East and Southeast Asia
In April of this year we had a very interesting and memorable trip to several countries in Southeast Asia with Celebrity cruise.
The planning, scheduling and coordination of such extensive trip is a time consuming task. We appreciated very much that Vlad did an excellent job doing that and as a result we had a wonderful time visiting very interesting places and at the same time were able to relax and enjoy the company of our friends.
We are very grateful to Vlad for this professionaly organized trip and are looking forward to more travels organized by Vlad.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Excellenly organized trip
Reviewed By Robert - San Francisco | Traveled to Asia
Vlad makes your trip
Very enjoyable.
Vlad explains very well which parts of the ship are most suitable for you, taking into consideration the budget and your health.He does an excellent research about places you visit, helps making your arrangments with travel
agencies and generally
speaking is a very pleasant person to work with.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Fantastic well planned trip!
Reviewed By Julie Marie - Berlin | Traveled to Utah | USA
In September of 2025, while visiting United States, I was participating in the outstanding road trip. During this trip we had visited four Utah National Parks (Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Arches), two Tribal/State Parks (Monument Valley and Antelope Slot Canyon) and at the end we relaxed for couple days in Las Vegas. Success of our trip was assured by the extensive research and preliminary planning done by Vlad - based on our preferences he suggested the best places for staying, driving, hiking, touring and eating. Besides, he had put together almost hourly schedule of activities, which provided an everyday guidance and kept us focused and engaged. I’m grateful to Vlad for organizing the entire road trip, which created many unforgettable memories.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards
Celebrity Learning Certification
Princess Commodore Certified
Seabourn Academy Graduate
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.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 3 Times
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Must Do:
Visit Viktoria Peak, try local dim sum and street food, enjoy the Symphony of Lights show at Victoria Harbour
Halong Bay, At Sea, At Sea
Booked It 3 Times
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Must Do:
Cruise the Bay, Touring the Caves, Exploring lagoons
Kowloon, Hong Kong, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 3 Times
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Must Do:
Tour Non Lian Garden, Won Tai Sin and Hau Wong temples, Chi Lin nunnery
Bangkok, Thailand, East and Southeast Asia
Booked It 3 Times
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Must Do:
Explore Grand Palace, Vat Arun temple, floating market, relax at Lampini Park
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