Cruise Specialist - Ocean, River, Expedition
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Crystal Rackley
Richmond , VA Travel Agent· 14 Years of Experience
Cruise Specialists, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
16 reviews
100% Recommended
14 Years of Experience
5.0
(16)
100% Recommended
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Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Alaska, Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, ItalyInterests:
Cruises, Luxury Cruises, River Cruises, World Cruises, Expedition CruisesSuppliers:
Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises®, Oceania Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard®About Me
Oceania Regatta sailing out of San Francisco
I’m passionate about helping people plan the kind of travel experiences they’ll remember for the rest of their lives. As a cruise consultant, I take a very personal approach—getting to know you, how you like to travel, and what you want out of your time away—so I can match you with the right cruise, not just any cruise.
Whether you’re considering a relaxing ocean voyage, a culturally rich river cruise, or a more immersive expedition or luxury experience, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. From selecting the perfect itinerary and ship to coordinating all the details, my goal is to make the planning process easy, enjoyable, and tailored specifically to you.
I stay up to date on the latest ships, destinations, and cruise line offerings so I can provide thoughtful, informed recommendations you can trust. More importantly, I’m here as your advocate—someone you can rely on before, during, and after your trip.
If you’re thinking about your next cruise, I’d love to help you find the perfect fit. Feel free to reach out anytime to start the conversation.
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Alaska, Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, ItalyInterests:
Cruises, Luxury Cruises, River Cruises, World Cruises, Expedition CruisesSuppliers:
Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises®, Oceania Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard®REVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
16 reviews
100% Recommended
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Good cruise representstive
Reviewed By Roberta - London, ON | Traveled to Bahamas | Caribbean
Easy- good communication
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Excellent advisor
Reviewed By Donna - Ft Myers, FL | Traveled to Iceland | Europe
I've worked with Crystal a number of times. She is always helpful with her in-depth knowledge of the travel industry, particularly cruising. Her advice is accurate and insightful. I have recommended her to other potential cruisers and will continue to do so.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Norway Fjords Cruise
Reviewed By Judith - Newport, RI | Traveled to Norway | Europe
Crystal was very helpful. She provided a lot of good options when we were in the early stages of planning our trip; she was responsive to our requests for additional information; and she provided meaningful answers to our questions. As we got closer to departure, Crystal followed up on a variety of details to make sure that our trip was a smooth one. I would certainly recommend Crystal to my friends.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Efficiennt Travel Advisor
Reviewed By Frank - Marblehead, MA | Traveled to Asia
Crystal replaced my long time Travel Advisor. She has been knowledgeable and effect in her information, returning emails, and document distribution in the short time I have worked with her.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Queen Mary Cruise
Reviewed By Christopher - Delmar, CA | Traveled to Trans-Atlantic | Other
wonderfull!!!, she knows what she is doing and we are happy to book all of our cruises with Crystal.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards
Oceania Certified Specialist
Oceania Certified Travel Advisor
Regent Seven Seas Luxury Cruise Expert
Viking Expeditions Expert
Viking Expert
Viking Oceans Expert
Viking Rivers Expert
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 Travel Stories
Cruising in Greece
I took an amazing cruise through the Greek Isles with Oceania, and it honestly reminded me why I love cruising so much.
I sailed from Athens and visited some of those picture-perfect places you always see—Mykonos, Santorini, Crete—and they really do live up to the hype. One day I was wandering through whitewashed streets, the next I was t...
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Client Testimonials
Cruise Planning Perfected!
We have worked with Crystal for years and will continue to do so. She makes traveling so easy. If she doesn't have the answer to a question someone in her office does. I feel very comfortable asking her for advice on ports, ships, comparing dates of sailing and other important information needed for a great journey. She and her office as very travel wise.
The Johnsons