(42 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Ted Blank

Woodbury, MN

Are You Seeking More from a Travel Advisor?

Most travelers are content to follow the crowd. But, is that enough for you? Are you interested in taking the same vacation as your friends or family members? Or, do you prefer to follow your own path? Are you looking for a travel advisor who possesses the expertise, intuition, insider knowledge, and connections to turn your vacation into the trip of a lifetime? As a specialist in tailor-made vacations and luxury cruises, I open new doors to discerning travelers like you.

My Travel Specialties

Luxury Cruise Guru

The world is calling you to discover it.  From the remotest undiscovered corners, rich with hidden secrets and natural treasures, to a rediscovery of destinations you thought you knew, full of unique twists and rewards, luxury cruises offer discerning travelers like you both authentic discoveries...
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Cunard's Luxurious Queen Elizabeth in Europe

Discover More on a Luxury River Cruise

Luxury river cruises allow you the opportunity to discover unique, off-the-beaten path destinations without the crowds that can characterize large cruise ships. I find that the intimate size, personal service, and unique destinations of these cruises make them a great option for well-seasoned travelers...
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Panoramic View Along the Rhine

Discover Alaska - the Last Frontier!

Alaska is the land of glaciers, mountains, and some of the most unique wildlife viewing in North America.  Alaska is also a vast land, ranging from the temperate forests of the Inside Passage and Southeast to the icy vastness of the Arctic.  In between, small villages, glaciers, stunning natural beauty,...
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Flightseeing in Denali National Park, Alaska

Tailor-Made Journeys

You understand that extraordinary vacations aren’t simply a function of dollars and cents, and you know that they certainly aren’t just pulled off the shelf. 

Journeys of a lifetime are carefully designed with imagination, creativity, attention to detail, experience, and insider knowledge. 

Are...
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Riquewehr, in Alsace, France

Enjoy Intimate Luxury on a Small Ship Cruise

For me, cruising on a boutique small ship cruise is like enjoying a fabulous meal at that local gem of a restaurant - the one that is just off the beaten path enough that it's never packed with tourists, but serves amazing food!

As a Boutique and Small Ship Cruise Specialist, I help seasoned...
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Up Close and Personal on a Tall Ship Cruise

Discover Europe!

Europe is a rich, diverse, and fascinating place full of rewarding travel experiences, culture, great food, local beers and wines, and history everywhere.

As a European Travel Expert, I have the knowledge, expertise, and connections to make your trip rich and memorable. My personal travels...
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Along the Rhine in Germany

Group Travel Experiences for Small Businesses

Small and medium-sized business owners tend to think of travel in terms of their next business trip, or the dream vacation that they simply can’t find the time to take. This can be frustrating, as it can sometimes seem like everyone else is taking fantastic vacations, and you’re stuck at home minding...
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Group travel is a great tool for small businesses!

Experience Authentic France by Luxury Canal Barge

Luxury cruises by hotel barge along the quiet canals of France and Europe offer the very best way to discover the country's beauty, history, culinary delights, and wines. 

Barges operate primarily along the network of canals and small waterways that meander through the countryside.  Luxury...
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A Luxury Canal Barge Moored in France

Escape to a Luxury Boutique Hotel

Go "beyond the buffet" and discover the world of luxury boutique hotels and resorts in the world's best vacation spots.  From Tahiti to Mexico, the Maldives to the Caribbean to Europe and beyond, luxury boutique hotels and luxury boutique resorts offer total escapes, where you can decompress, relax,...
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Escape from it all at a luxury boutique resort.

Exclusive Destination Weddings in Europe & Beyond

Your wedding is about your dreams.  

It should reflect your unique vision, allowing you to be yourselves and to embrace the authentic best of a destination, while enveloping you and your guests in luxury. 

Are you considering a destination wedding in Europe?  Perhaps...
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France: The Perfect Place to Tie the Knot!

My Travel Albums

Rhine & Moselle River Cruise
Moselle River Vinyards
Discover Greece by Luxury Cruise
The Temple of Apollo at Delphi
A Day in Venice
The Grand Canal in Venice
Luxury Ranch Resort in the Texas Hill Country
Views of the Texas Hill Country from the Pool
Beautiful Seville, Spain
Fountain in the Parque de Maria Luisa, Seville
On the Trail of Michelangelo in Rome, Italy
The Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, Rome, Italy
In Search of the Holy Grail
The Cathedral in Valencia, Spain
Five Surprises on an Alaskan Cruise
There's lots of wildlife in Alaska!
Onboard a Tall Ship Cruise
Under sail on a tall ship cruise
A Day in Alsace, France on a Rhine River Cruise
Riquewehr, France near the Rhine River
Amsterdam: A Great Place to Start a River Cruise
Windmills near Amsterdam
Yachtsman's Caribbean by Small Ship
Beautiful Caribbean Sunset - Windstar Cruises
A Day in Skagway, Alaska
White Pass & Yukon Railroad, Skagway, Alaska
A Day in Strasbourg, France
Cathedral of Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Seeking the Harmony of Terroir
Dining with a view
Crossing the Atlantic in Style - by Ship
Cunard Line's Queen Mary 2
An Introduction to French Canal Barge Cruising
Dining room on a French Canal Barge
By Barge Along the Nivernais Canal in France
Canal barging is an authentic French experience
You'll Feel Special on a Cunard Luxury Cruise
Onboard Queen Mary 2
In Queen Victoria’s Footsteps
Queen Victoria's desk at Osborne House
Two Days in St. Petersburg, Russia
One of the many canals in St. Petersburg.
Views of Portugal
Alcobaca Monastery in Portugal
Escape from It All in Greece
A lovely beach on the Greek Island of Symi.
Unmatched Style and Discovery on Queen Elizabeth
The Queen's Room with Nightly Dancing
Rollin' on the River with UnCruise Adventures
Deluxe cabin on UnCruise Adventures' SS Legacy
China!
A quiet tropical park in Hong Kong
Exploring Southern France by Luxury Barge
Comfortable accommodations on a French hotel barge
Royal Clipper Mediterranean Cruise
What a great place for a glass of wine!
Venice and Milan, Italy
La Scala Theater in Milan
Barging in Burgundy
Hotel barge Luciolle on the Canal du Nivernais
September Cruise in the Eastern Mediterranean
Beautiful Korcula in Croatia
Rhine River Cruise
The Canals of Amsterdam
Alaska Inside Passage and Denali
Totem Pole Museum in Ketchikan
Croatian Coastal Cruise
Korcula, birthplace of Marco Polo

My Travel Stories

Explore the Highlights of Great Britain

Great Britain holds many attractions for the curious traveler. The unforgettable cities, historic castles, and charming countryside are sure to captivate anyone - and there's no language barrier! Enjoy the bustling cobblestone streets wrapping around magnificent architecture, an indulgent afternoon...Read more.

My Reviews

139 of 218 people found this review helpful
Un-Belizeable Vacation!
Ted listened to what we wanted in a vacation and gave us a few options to choose from with different price points to meet our needs.

Our trip and itinerary was laid out perfectly . Everything went smooth and we had a very relaxing get away without any worries. Ted thought of everything. The resorts were fabulous, our excursions were personal - no big crowds and our experience was priceless.

As a seasoned traveler himself, Ted knows the ins and outs of how to get an exceptional vacation that is worth every penny.

I am a believer that you get what you pay for and I will not take another vacation without Ted's assistance.

If you are planning a vacation, contact Ted. You will be glad you did!

By  Jenny V.  from  Forest Lake, MN
Traveled to  Belize ~ Central America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ted Blank responded:
It was a pleasure to help you plan your trip, and I'm so glad you had such a wonderful time!

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75 of 121 people found this review helpful
An amazing scenic and gastronomic experience
I’d give him more stars if it was possible. Ted has the unusual combination of being detail oriented as well as an easy going unflappable personality. The best travel pro we have worked with in years! On our AmaWatwrways cruise from Amsterdam to Basel Switzerland everything was about as perfect as possible. We had a wonderful cruise manager who ensured everyone had an amazing experience! And the food was like eating in a five star restaurant every night.
By  Tim&Nan  from  Edina, MN
Traveled to  Basel ~ Switzerland ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ted Blank responded:
It was a pleasure to work with you, and I'm grateful that you enjoyed the river cruise as well as the Swiss adventure!

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82 of 136 people found this review helpful
So much fun we didn't want to come home!
Ted was always proactive and on top of everything. He willingly and ably met our every travel request finding us great hotels, transfers, rail tickets, guides and air fares.
By  Rebecca  from  Ft Collins, CO
Traveled to  Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ted Blank responded:
It was a delight to work with you, and I look forward to helping with your next voyage!

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62 of 97 people found this review helpful
Great Adventure Down Under
Ted was very responsive to our requests for a trip to New Zealand and Australia that included 8 flights, a car rental, and numerous hotels. The itinerary packet we received from Ted before we left was comprehensive and invaluable to make our adventure run smoothly. Everything went off without a hitch which is unusual with a complicated trip so far away from home. New Zealand is stunningly beautiful and our Australian visit included adventurous scuba diving and a home visit in the Outback. Ted helped us make it happen.
By  Karen  from  Fergus Falls
Traveled to  New Zealand ~ Australia & New Zealand
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ted Blank responded:
It was a pleasure to help you plan your trip, and I'm glad you had such a great time!

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113 of 199 people found this review helpful
Ted made our trip happen!
We were referred to Ted through friends. Initially, I was nervous to reach out to Ted because I've never worked with a travel agent before. He was easy to reach and very friendly. He made our fears of traveling disappear! He met with us several times to go over details and help us plan our time in each country or city that we would be in! He made our trip that we dreamed about, a reality! Btw we traveled all of Ireland and Northern Ireland, London and Paris!
By  Kayla  from  Lindstrom, MN
Traveled to  Ireland ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ted Blank responded:
It was a pleasure working with you, and I look forward to helping you plan your next overseas trip!

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Destination Expert:

  • Alaska
  • Mediterranean
  • Europe
  • Mexico
  • France
  • Denali National Park
  • Caribbean
  • Austria
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Mediterranean Sea
  • Burgundy
  • Glacier Bay
  • Greece
  • Portugal
  • Baltic Sea
  • Danube
  • Carcassonne
  • Juneau
  • St. Lucia
  • Croatia
  • England
  • Spain
  • Rhine River
  • Beaujolais
  • Anchorage

Travel Specialist:

  • Destination Weddings
  • Groups
  • Luxury Cruises
  • Luxury Hotels
  • River Cruises
  • Culinary & Foodie
  • Luxury
  • Small Ship Cruises
  • World Cruises
  • Cruises
  • Food & Wine
  • Bespoke Travel
  • European Culture
  • Villas
  • Castles & Cathedrals
  • Rail

Top Travel Partners:

  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises
  • Sandals Resorts
  • Viking
  • AmaWaterways
  • Cunard®
  • Sandals and Beaches Resorts
  • Silversea
  • Crystal
  • Holland America Line
  • Oceania Cruises
  • Seabourn
  • Island Destinations
  • Rocky Mountaineer
  • UnCruise Adventures
  • Leading Hotels of The World
  • Princess Cruises®
  • Windstar Cruises

Certifications/Awards:

  • ILTM Cannes Hosted Advisor
  • CruiseWorld Hosted Advisor
  • Luxury Travel Advisor's Ultra Summit Hosted
  • Princess Cruises Commodore
  • Sandals Resorts Certified Specialist

Languages I Speak:

  • English
  • French

Industry Affiliations:

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