Journeys
Where would you like the journey to take you?
Ocean cruises, river cruises, customized tours, and golf journeys, each planned as if it were my own.
Ocean Cruises
Do you love the open sea, a little more space, and a beautiful suite to come home to each evening? Luxury ocean cruising pairs exceptional service and fine dining with destinations reached in comfort. I'll help you find the ship, suite, and itinerary that fit the way you like to travel, then arrange the flights, the hotel before you sail, and private experiences in port, so every piece connects.
River Cruises
Would you rather wake up in the heart of a new town most mornings? River cruises dock right in the center of historic villages and cities, glide past vineyards and castles, and let you unpack only once. They're a wonderful fit for travelers who love culture, history, and an unhurried pace. I'll plan the journey to the ship and any time you'd like to spend before or after.
Customized Tours
Prefer to explore on land? I design private and small-group journeys in any destination you desire, with handpicked hotels, trusted local guides, and seamless transfers between every stop. Each day is built around what you enjoy most, and every connection is timed so you can simply take it all in. I also arrange specialty group tours, on land or by ocean or river cruise, built around a shared interest or a special occasion. If you have a group in mind, tell me what brings you together, and I'll shape the journey around it.
Golf Journeys
Do you travel with a regular foursome, or a group of friends who plan their year around good courses? Golf journeys pair a luxury sailing with rounds at some of the world's most celebrated courses. Your clubs, transfers, and tee times are all taken care of, so you play and simply return to the ship each evening. Grab your favorite couple, or make it a girls trip, and I'll help you gather the group, choose the sailing and cruise line that fit you best, and arrange every piece around it, from the flights before you leave to the last transfer home.
Where I can take you
Old-world Europe
Glide past castles and vineyards, linger over Christmas markets, and savor Italy and the Mediterranean.
From Vickie
I've traveled all over Europe, from Scotland and England to Spain, Italy, and the Alps.
Wild Alaska
Glaciers, wildlife, and the quiet beauty of the Inside Passage.
From Vickie
I've cruised Alaska many times over 40 years, and every voyage has been memorable in its own way.
Ancient lands
Walk through history in Egypt and the Holy Land.
South America
From the Andes to vibrant, timeless cities.
From my own travels
I don't sell destinations from a brochure. These are a few of the moments that have stayed with me.
- Watching the gondola races in Venice
- Rowing a boat on the pond at the Palace of Versailles
- Standing high on the Matterhorn on a brilliant sunny day, so close to the summit that it looked small, with the snow-capped Alps all around
- Singing with my church choir in centuries-old churches in Austria and Switzerland
- Gazing up at the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
- Strolling the beaches of Spain
When the family comes too
Some of the best journeys are the ones you share. When your adult children or grandchildren join you, I find accommodations that work for everyone, plan experiences every generation will enjoy, and coordinate each traveler's flights and details, so you can simply enjoy being together.
Ocean or river: which is right for you?
Not sure which style suits you? Here's a simple way to compare.
| Ocean cruise | River cruise | |
|---|---|---|
| Ship size | Larger ships with more amenities | Smaller, intimate ships |
| Pace | Days at sea between ports | Relaxed, with a new town most days |
| Where you dock | Ports and harbors | Often right in the town center |
| Best for | Travelers who love the sea, variety, and resort-style comfort | Travelers who love culture, history, and scenery |
| Onboard | A wide range of dining, entertainment, and spa options | A warm, social, often all-inclusive feel |
Still deciding? That's exactly what our first conversation is for. Start planning
Questions about choosing your journey
- What's the difference between an ocean cruise and a river cruise?
- Ocean cruises sail larger ships between coastal ports, with more onboard amenities and some days at sea. River cruises sail smaller ships through the heart of a region, docking in or near town centers nearly every day.
- What is usually included in a luxury cruise fare?
- It varies by cruise line. Many luxury fares include fine dining, beverages, gratuities, and Wi-Fi, and some include shore excursions, flights, or transfers. Before you book, I'll explain exactly what's included, so you can compare with confidence.
- Can you plan time before or after a cruise?
- Absolutely. Many of my clients add a few days before or after their cruise. I arrange the hotels, private tours, and transfers so it all flows as one seamless journey.
- Can you plan a trip to a destination not listed here?
- Yes. These are some of my favorite places, but I plan journeys to destinations all over the world. Tell me where you're dreaming of going, and we'll start there.
Ready when you are.
Tell me about the journey you're dreaming of, and I'll take it from there.