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Cruise lines don't want their billion-dollar ships or even more cherished passengers hurt, so they make adjustments.

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Using a travel agent increases past guest satisfaction considerably, making whatever vacation you choose more likely to be happy.

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I'm happy to help you fill your canvas with the most memorable features imaginable.

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That's why I'm so excited to share that in spring of 2026, Norwegian Jewel will begin sailing a series of historical cruises from Philadelphia.

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An Alaska cruise, including an easy-to-plan Inside Passage cruise roundtrip from Seattle that stays to the southeast part of Alaska will give you a very complete vacation experience.

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Far Out!

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We should all come around to the realization that our parents were just people not too different from ourselves, doing the best they knew how to do at the time.

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The only question is where to start, because there is a lot of territory to cover.

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Canada/New England is one of the best cruises in the world.

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Your loving care made your children assets to society.

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Regardless of whether you plan a cruise to Mexico or some other destination, you can always enjoy a bit of that fiesta feel on a cruise, especially when there's a sunny day at sea by a swimming pool with a cold beverage in your hand. 

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Instead of a box of candy which at best is a guilty pleasure, give her a lasting treasure of wonderful travel memories.

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It's easy to get so submerged in your day-to-day reality that you fail to fully appreciate the one you love.

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The cruise ship itself is a great destination.  

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When you look better and feel better, you are actually a better person when you return to the everyday life you left to board a cruise. 

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Having beautiful lodgings and dining locales where we knew we could safely appreciate local flavors resulted in this being a softer adventure than packing a backpack with what we hoped might fulfill our needs to strike into the jungle.  It was not necessary to tote an elephant gun to protect us in case one of the Big Five perceived us to be prey.

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...while you may initially feel a bit selfish when you indulge on your first cruise vacation, you are in fact helping others.  In fact, I truly believe it is far better than any government foreign aid policy.

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"Wow!" was the phrase that best summarizes our experience.

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If nothing else, consider travel to be the perfect topic to discuss over a nice dinner.

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Wouldn't you be happy if a cruise was your gift?

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On December 6, 2025, Princess will celebrate the Diamond Jubilee with a 14-night Mexican Riviera cruise featuring entertainment by The Temptations.

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Now you're all grown up and can go where you choose. 

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You can follow the hotlinks for ETA and ETIAS to learn more.

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What will you write as the story of your life this year?

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Find your relief from torpor in a port, or fun onboard.

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Yes, it is the perfect time to grab a last minute deal to a warm-water, sunny-beach escape from winter, but it is also the right time to plan your summer vacation.

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A packaged land tour is all about the excursions.  Going between hotels is basically an excursion with a purpose of reaching a new stop rather than a return to your floating resort to get to the next stop.

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And it always makes a great Christmas present for your significant other, a gift you can share and make even more special by being extra sweet and attentive throughout the voyage.

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With the arrival of Thanksgiving, the holiday season begins.

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One classic song that might at first be dismissed as simply an upbeat song that makes us smile influenced my life greatly.

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Wherever we travel, we should remember we can do so because our military has protected our freedoms, including the freedom to travel.

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And there are more numbers. 3. How about a tapestry of regional experiences on a river cruise?

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Boarding a cruise brings anticipation of all the good that will come.

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Now, younger generations have awakened to understand the great convenience and value of cruising.

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A recent study claims travel may delay aging.

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Cruise passengers obviously recognize the hard work of room stewards and dining staff.  Their labor gives us time to enjoy our cruise, allowing us to leave our own cleaning and cooking chores back home.  We provide acknowledgement of this labor in the form of gratuities.  

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Cruise Planners is giving you free pre-paid gratuities on Oceania Cruises booked through the end of August.  Oceania will take you to anywhere you want to go, including Iceland.

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Cruising the British Isles means unpacking only once, and we loved each and every port, which of course Princess Cruises carefully curated to provide unique experiences.

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As we celebrate the 4th of July, a travel destination you should consider is New England this fall.  A Canada/New England cruise gives you the opportunity to learn about our country's founding while enjoying beautiful American scenery.

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...their private island beach club experience at Bimini intrigued us with an alternative cruise destination close to Florida.

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Visiting the pyramids would be worth the trip, but the historical stories and legends told through remarkably preserved and restored hieroglyphics are just as awesome or even more so.

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If you have a couple of weeks, you can cruise from London (Southampton) to add some time in the cheerful, historic UK along with your Med adventure.  Or cruise both the Eastern and Western Med to leverage those long flights.

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No need to wait for next year.  If you have the time and budget to go on a summer vacation, then email Wes@CruisePlanners1.com or call 310-546-9618 and say, "Get me on a cruise!"

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Another area that results in higher prices are "value adds."  

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Why not take a vacation on the far side of the world?

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I can help you can choose a cruise that suits your personality.

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Mexico is a year-round destination for sunny beaches, icy Margaritas and hot fajitas.

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Being a critic, however, he had to come up with a negative.  He posited that the structured approach cruises did not offer the opportunity to "get off the beaten path" to seek out adventure.  "One of the things that makes travel what it is is not knowing what is going to happen next."

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I doubt you'll have to divide by five to see the price is reasonable given todays economic climate.

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Is there a destination you have pictured as ideal for as long as you can remember? If you haven't been there yet, what are you waiting for?

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Whatever makes us decide to travel, we eventually must refine our choices.

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Booking your shore excursions with the cruise ship makes the whole process easier.

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The best way to stay on top of the situation after we've booked your cruise is to register with the cruise line immediately.  That is where you will find access to those services like shore excursions, spa services and dining that cruise lines sell as add-ons.

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My good friend Mike points this out occasionally, stating that he likes sea days at least as much as the port days.

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Take a look, get excited and then contact me to book a truly amazing vacation that will weave a beautiful tapestry of lifelong memories for the region selected.

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Shouldn't 2024 or 2025 be the year for you to get back in touch with your love of the USA?

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Where do you and your honey want to find yourself when you wake up in the morning?

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In the world of travel, right now is the time for great last-minute deals at one of the best times to travel.

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I'm referring to that camaraderie that quickly develops on a cruise ship, where in a matter of days we develop closer ties within our onboard community than we have in our neighborhoods where we have lived for years. I'm convinced that desire to return to this Community of the Seas is a major reason why so many of us become addicted to cruising.

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But maybe to celebrate a special occasion, or just awakening to the joy of being alive at this incredible moment in eternity???

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Always known for fine dining and outstanding service, Holland America has upgraded their entertainment on what are considered in this age of mega-ships to be mid-sized ships.

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On a cruise, not only do we have comfortable accommodations and transportation to some of the greatest places in the world, we enjoy gourmet meals, world class entertainment and a convivial atmosphere in the company of like-minded new friends.

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Step one to the best new year ever, block out some space on that calendar for your vacations.

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I'm not talking about that beautifully-wrapped gift or an envelope filled with money but the present moment.

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Certainly, if you find one that doesn't fit, whether because of personal taste or how you perceive the value proposition, then you should use that experience wisely to return to what you love or a reasonable facsimile.

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Celebrity has always been a line that would comfortably fit into an "Architectural Digest" pictorial about large cruise ships with class, and their newest ships are no exception.

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Winter is a great time for a sunny destination like the Caribbean, Mexican Riviera or Hawaii.

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This is a day we take to GIVE THANKS God for the wonderful lives we experience every day, which includes so many gifts from God that we now take for granted.

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The Mexican Riviera, that is!

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Time to travel!

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As you've heard from your friends, Alaska can be a perfect place for families, empty nesters and multi-generational family reunions.

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If you wait for the perfect time to travel, you will never leave home.

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This year, demand has ballooned for the Land of the Pharaohs. Should you go?

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Not only will you find a wide choice of cruise ships, you can choose itineraries that visit ports you've never visited or return to old favorites.

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I think it is time for me to be your Doc, or at the risk of a bad pun, your Cruise Doc.

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When you go on a vacation, don't waste time looking for the bad elements, because in a world where our minds are bombarded with stimuli from all corners, there certainly will be some negatives if that is where we choose to focus. Concentrating on annoyances rather than embracing the best of all possible consciousness would be Dopey.

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Perhaps you've seen in the news that there is resurgence of Covid-19, and new vaccine boosters are coming out.  This time, the government won't be paying.

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Of course, having an interesting neutral topic of conversation --- your recent experience on board or in ports --- is always nice to fall back on. You might find yourself becoming the subject of polite queries from friends and strangers. "Where'd you get that nice tan?"

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The reason you're on vacation is to visit some of the best places in the world, places far removed from your day-to-day reality. While you're on vacation, don't be Sleepy.

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Who would consciously choose to be Grumpy if you can opt to be Happy?

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It's healthy to leave behind those small problems beyond your control behind while on vacation, and that includes snags encountered during your trip.

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With a new Disney version of the Grimm's Fair Tales classic about "Snow White" gaining some interesting press, I decided to revisit my old blog series: Travel Secrets of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

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I am always happy to check to see what is out there, so drop me an email or give me a call.

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Viking has a working lab on the ship, so you can actually assist a team of scientists with studies, if that interests you. 

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Fresh from an amazing cruise in Norway and Iceland myself, I'm happy to remind you of just how great the onboard entertainment is, regardless of where you cruise.

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No matter where you take a deep breath of freedom on this glorious day, remember we share our liberty because many brave soldiers died to defend our Constitutional rights.

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"I don't know, what do you want to do today?"

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It's not too late to book your cruise for this summer, or you can plan ahead for a winter break, when you know you will be going stir crazy if you don't get someplace warm.  You even have time to book a trip to celebrate next Cinco de Mayo in Mexico.

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While there are undoubtedly many stories to learn from local perspectives, those fortunate travelers who cruise through this region return with their own stories about the amazing beauty of fjords and natural phenomenon that may not have their equal anywhere on earth.

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The clock is ticking.

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Imagine the gorgeous trees, mountains and glaciers, the quaint towns, the remarkable wildlife, great fishing,,,

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After all, we have been blessed to live in a time and place where freedom and prosperity rules, but that is only a tiny sliver of the pie chart of human history.

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Whether you start in Florida, San Juan or one of the starting points outside of the USA, the Southern Caribbean is great for port collectors, who prefer memories of new and unique destinations rather than kitschy souvenirs.

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Whether you start in Florida, San Juan or one of the starting points outside of the USA, the Southern Caribbean is great for port collectors, who prefer memories of new and unique destinations rather than kitschy souvenirs.

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The main attractions are found outside the pubs, in historic buildings and lovely green fields punctuated by rock walls that remain from centuries past.

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We are blessed as Americans to have the opportunity to travel the world in a manner that past generations could have never imagined being possible.

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I watched a new George Clooney movie yesterday, Ticket to Paradise, in which the Balinese wedding ceremony required that "it must be the right place.  It must be the right time.  It must be the right circumstance." That applies to vacations, too.

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While you can still find romance, most Princess guests tend to be what Princess calls "meaningful travelers," people who want to fully experience the regions being visited.  

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As always, the important part is the cruise or land stay itself, so just remember when those airlines frustrate you, it is still much easier than going across country on a mule or in a covered wagon, or sailing across the sea on a leaky sailboat filled with scurvy-ravaged pirates.

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Regardless of travel style or whether you choose an inside passage cruise roundtrip from Seattle or Vancouver, a north or south bound voyage between Vancouver and a port for Anchorage, or a longer cruise or cruisetour, you will find yourself on a great adventure in Alaska!

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If you've always dreamed of a summer vacation to Hawaii, why not make your dream a reality in 2023?

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Viking Ocean has apparently taken Princess's holiday port days in Hawaii for cruises from Los Angeles, splitting them between two 16-night cruises, one over Christmas and one over New Year's Eve. 

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If you have never cruised over the holiday season, you need to try it once, if just to see the fabulous decorations.

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Each new ship they introduced should have given pause to consider how that stacks up against our pre-conceived notions as well as against competitors.

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NCL is one of the newest, most innovative fleets in the industry.

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Remember, Thanksgiving is about giving thanks.

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Cruise with your family to visit Perfect Day at CocoCay, probably the most popular cruise port I have ever visited. Or fly to Barcelona to cruise the Mediterranean.

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God bless America, where we still have the freedom to travel wherever we can afford to go, thanks to our veterans and those who serve today!

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A funny observation I have frequently made is that after returning from any cruise on which I ate rich, delicious foods spread through multi-course meals ending with indulgent desserts at lunch as well as dinner, I somehow end up losing weight.

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Great job, Mr. Columbus, for being not only a great explorer but showing the road for venture capitalists of the future to invest in wild ideas.

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The fact is that when you choose a cruise that truly appeals to your personal tastes, you'll find yourself among like-minded people enjoying your kind of fun.

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If you know the song, perhaps you'll guess where this is going...or should I say this cruise is going?

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When you're ready to book your trip, don't labor unnecessarily.

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Why not see what's behind door number 3?

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Galveston also appeals to California residents, because DFW Airport is in the middle of the country, whereas Miami/Ft. Lauderdale and Port Canaveral are on the far side. 

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Major cruise lines including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Princess and Celebrity have announced that starting in the fall --- just after kids and teachers have returned to school and can't travel as easily --- vaccinated guests will no longer need to test to board most cruises (unless a country being visited or a state from which the cruise embarks says contrary). Even more significantly, those who have refused to get the jab will now be able to cruise on most departures as long as they test negative for Covid-19 before boarding.

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Princess returns to Los Angeles bringing two huge, fabulous ships, Sapphire Princess and the brand-new Discovery Princess.  Perhaps you can't wait to take a bus to Hawaii!

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If you haven't ventured out into the world yet, you're missing a lot.  In fact, there's a world of difference when you travel.

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Let me just clarify that if you have a family or don't have a family and want to take advantage of great deals, then like the kid talking to Bruce Willis in "Sixth Sense," I see them all the time.....not dead people, but great deals on cruises, whether with free or reduced fares for kids, last minute escape for couples or reduced single supplements for solos.

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Forget inflation for a week or more.  The dollar is strong against the Euro.  Live like a millionaire on a river cruise.

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A great vacation doesn't just take you away for a week, it changes the way you see for a lifetime!

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Part of being free is taking those trips abroad to see how the rest of the world lives.  None of us knows how long we will have that freedom or the means, both financial and physical, to explore the world.  Go while you can!

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Without great fanfare, other countries have been gradually easing restrictions, dropping requirements for masks, Covid testing and vaccines so that travel can return to normal.

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Whichever way you choose to go, you'll never have a better chance to book one of the best large ship cruises in the world.

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... if you want to go to an all-inclusive in the Caribbean/Bahamas, this is a very affordable, convenient way to go.

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Remember them with grateful hearts this and every other Memorial Day!

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On Viking and most river cruises, you get a free shore excursion in each port, free-flowing local wine and beer to accompany delicious lunches and dinners plus free wifi onboard to allow you to keep up with events back home.

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As always, some fortunate folks have plenty of money to travel and price increases are more inconvenient than stopping them getting that balcony or suite.  If that's you, read no further.  Just pick a cruise from one of the videos linked here.

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Greece is one of the very best island-hopping vacations and should be atop anyone's bucket list, but if you prefer, we also have wonderful packaged-land trips, which sometimes include cruises or ferries between isles.

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All Viking cruises include complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner, but Silver Sprits expands that to an open bar any time while on board.  Act fast, because this offer expires April 30.

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After a delicious breakfast on our first morning at sea, we found the weather was already 70 degrees and sunny on our balcony. 

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Plan now to take that dream cruise vacation that you will truly love and be able to look back at fondly the rest of your life.

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If music is an important part of your life, the cruise you choose might be as much about getting on a cruise with the right soundtrack as dining, on-board architecture and amenities, or even itinerary.

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What magical voyage do you envision? Is it a sojourn in Dublin? A scenic self-driving vacation around the Ring of Kerry in a right-hand drive car with a stick-shift? A British Isles cruise that includes Ireland?

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Maybe taking a Caribbean cruise from Florida is just what the doctor ordered. And if feeling young and spry is your goal, you can't beat Royal Caribbean, a fantastic cruise line that attracts adventure-minded people.

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16-night Hawaii cruises roundtrip Los Angeles that visit the four major islands of Hawaii, plus Ensenada, for the first time ever during prime weeks of summer.

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Sapphire Princess will be repositioned to Los Angeles from Australia for Summer of 2022, giving you more opportunities to cruise year-round along the West Coast and to Hawaii on your personal Love Boat adventure.

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Waiting for someone to give you permission to return to the ongoing adventure of your life is stopping you from the journey of your dreams right now.

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For brave souls ready to plan an international cruise for spring or summer, a world of opportunity awaits.

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Lucky for you, our Where2Next series exploring "the Last Frontier" is scheduled for January 18.  You will easily learn more about Alaska by simply registering and then showing up.

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Valued at up to $469 per person, this should be the piece of the puzzle that pulls you into a vacation you have dreamt about for years.

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Because you may have concerns about the confusing misinformation out there, Cruise Planners has put together most of the information you need to understand what is going on with different cruise companies and travel vendors in one easy-to-navigate web page. 

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Vegetate like a cauliflower in a country of carnivores.  That's where the real fun lies.

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I understand why the rollercoaster ride of new government policies and perhaps your personal safety concerns about outbreaks around the world have put you on hold, but if you don't start believing you have a promising future, then you probably don't.

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So, if you find yourself treading water rather than metaphorically swimming toward your next great vacation, it's time to climb aboard a friendly ship and reach your travel goals the easy way.

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Stretch into your best life with a more-inclusive experience including excursions and drink packages, maybe take a suite to experience how the person you always dreamt of being lives, go to the place you imagine as being the ultimate destination that you always wanted to visit.

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Do you really want to spend the rest of your life worrying about when it will be safe to get on with your life? Best unlock those doors of your mind and get back to living.

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So, if you want to get the best deal without the hassle, book early.

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If you are not among those with a future cruise on the books, please let me help you return to your greater self found through travel.

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Any time I think about re-setting my frame of mind, however, I must admit that the answer is not found in holiday gatherings but rather in getting away on vacation.

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What will you do with your freedom?

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A cruise is the perfect solution for affluent families and friends who want to have a reunion.

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If sweets are your thing, you will find plenty of tempting treats on every cruise ship in the world.  Strawberry Cheese Cake, Tiramisu or Death by Chocolate will tempt you nightly as the final course in your gourmet meal, assuming you weren't sated by fresh-baked cookies at tea time.

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With steady effort, we may accomplish seeing the world over the course of our lifetimes.

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You could give your friends and family cruise gift certificates rather than the entire cruise, if you are fairly certain they have the means to pay for the rest of the trip.

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Why not take a transatlantic or Caribbean cruise of your own to celebrate whatever you want to celebrate?

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Most of us dream of warm weather cruise along the Danube, Rhine or one of the wonderful rivers of France.

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Viking is always adults only and carries just 1000 guests, which simplifies the logistics of a long voyage across the Pacific Ocean as compared to Princess mega-ships catering to families during the holidays under ever-changing CDC policies.

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On Labor Day, it's appropriate to ask, "What have you been working for?"

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...on August 31 at 6 PM Eastern or Pacific you can learn more about the Viking Difference by registering at this link.

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One of my favorite parts of New England is the history that unfolded there, the birth of a new nation during the Age of Enlightenment, and it is a trip that must be made by every American, including you!

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Geared to younger people and the young at heart who are tired of getting dusty on a shelf.

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Whether everyone else has been vaccinated or not, you know you are protected, and others who have not gotten their vaccinations have made their choice.  They can hole-up inside or live, but that need not affect you.

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The free excursions in each port weave a perfect story of the region that will keep it memorable the rest of your life.

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We have fantastic cruises available right now, but if you're one of the nice people reluctant to board a cruise quite yet, don't despair.  I will be happy to help you plan a land tour or packaged resort stay with air included, if you desire.

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If you're ready to travel now, act today.  Give me a call or e-mail. If you want to see how this first wave of post-Covid cruises and international travel plays out, it sure doesn't hurt to book something for September, December, February or next June. Just plan something to look forward to.  Get excited.

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I set up a group just for you so you can make a $50 room deposit now and be cruising to some loving on Valentine's Day.

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Right now, for river cruises in August --- right after finally re-opening from the pandemic shutdown --- Uniworld has more amazing deals than I have every seen them offer.

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Oceania gives you more of everything you want in a vacation for your valuable time.

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Memorial Day is a holiday from work for most people, and far too many think that is all that matters, but we should all say a prayer for the brave soldiers who lost their lives fighting for our values and freedoms.

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To overcome this test cruise requirement, cruise lines in Alaska will carry a vaccine mandate for all crew and passengers. 

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What could be better than cruising through Portugal or France, savoring delicious food and wines, taking in the amazing countryside and visiting gorgeous castles and cathedrals where history unfolded?

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Both of these new Viking itineraries cruise roundtrip from fascinating Malta, a gorgeous island with a strategic stop for Crusaders and many other world powers, creating a fascinating tapestry of history and a unique culture.

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So, if you want to travel, get vaccinated and pack your bags.  If you aren't willing to take those steps, settle in for another year in lazy town.

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Let your future goals pull you forward rather than allowing brainwashing to keep you down and depressed.

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Freedom to travel?

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Pick an all-Greek Isles itinerary or one combining the Holy Lands with the Greek Isles.

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My guess is the Sirens will tempt you ashore every single day.

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As you know, I think cruises to the cradle of civilization are musts for all families, a wonderful bonding experience to learn how fortunate we are to live in Western Civilzation, especially at a time when we seem to be sliding toward a world dominated by Communist China.

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Always remember that what you focus on multiplies in your life, so keep pleasant thoughts at the forefront of your mental state.

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Where do you want to kick off summer? Bermuda, Bahamas, Southern Caribbean or Greece?

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Celebrity Millennium from Saint Maarten!

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"We are so excited to announce that Crystal Cruises, in partnership with the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, will be the first ocean ship to sail from the Americas since the cruise industry’s voluntary halt in operations last year. Crystal Serenity begins sailing from Nassau on July 3, 2021 with a series of 7 day departures through October 2021...prices start at $1,999 per person for Best Available Stateroom."  Keep in mind Crystal is a 6-Star, luxury cruise line, so that's a terrific price!

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Right now, there's terrific spring skiing conditions in the Rocky Mountains, and in Florida, theme parks and beaches are open and welcoming all Americans to forget cold winter and enjoy warm, sunny days.

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Early cruises on a mainstream line like NCL or Celebrity might feel more like Oceania or Azamara in terms of space, which is not a bad thing based on my experience.

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As you may have noticed, I love the music of different regions, including American originals like jazz, country, blues, rock-n-roll and rap.  You can even find some great classical music, if that's your jam.

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Our latest "Where to Next?" webinar arrives on February 23 to help you choose your next great all-American vacation.

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Tampa Bay looked pretty good in that game, but they lost to the New Orleans Saints, which seemed to be the better team.  As such, I'm surprised to see the Bucs have made it to the Super Bowl.  Then again, this is Tom Brady, who we've become accustomed to coming from behind for unexpected wins.

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Logan and Mary aren't on social media, so I guess they're safe. 

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Perhaps Ireland has been near the top of your bucket list, or like us you would return regularly if given the time and treasure.

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Stay strong, both mentally and physically.  Contact Wes@CruisePlanners1.com to get a vacation on the books. And then there's just one more thing you can do.

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More than ever we realize how precious each vacation day is, so why scrimp?  Who knows when some new crisis will pause world travel again?

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We're all saddened to bid adieu to beautiful 2020, but incredibly, a New Year must replace the Year of To Nothing.

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If you're looking for a family gift that will boost everyone's joy immediately, put a refundable deposit down on a cruise for next summer to take advantage of the assorted travel deals coupled with "Cruise With Confidence" protections for your  travel investment.

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Buy a Verandah or Suite on Holland America on select cruises to the Caribbean, Mexico, Alaska or Europe, and gift an interior room to your kids or friends for free!

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Did you know MSC owns an amazing private island?  The magic of Ocean Cay MSC Private Marine Preserve awaits.

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Sitting at home waiting for a talking head on TV to tell you it's safe to go for a walk? True adventurers don't consider that last one quite as thrilling as the rest, but apparently it is more frighening to the average couch potato.

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Enjoy and give thanks!

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Not only will your experience include more amenities, but the ships keep evolving.

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All of these young men and women must make literal life and death decisions at an age when many young people are confused about what their major should be or which coffee order says the most about who they wish to be seen to be.

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